itv itn news vhs 13th January 1999

This video, from a January 13, 1999 episode of ITV/ITN's "News at Ten," covers several news stories: Yemen Hostage Situation: British oil worker John Brook was freed after being abducted. The report mentions that he was in good health and had a meal with the British ambassador [00:54]. UK Politics: Prime Minister Tony Blair faced questions in the House of Commons regarding the government's recent challenges and the National Health Service (NHS) crisis [03:15]. The Bramley Family: A special report details the story of foster parents Jeff and Jenny Bramley, who went on the run with their two foster daughters, Jade and Hannah, after being denied legal adoption [05:40]. Economic News: The broadcast reports on a slump in global stock markets, triggered by a downturn in Latin America [10:00]. It also notes that the UK's unemployment figures fell to a 20-year low [16:09]. Sports: The news covers Michael Jordan's retirement from basketball [18:29], as well as highlights from the FA Cup 3rd round replays [24:57]. "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?": The popularity of the TV game show is highlighted [25:44].