By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON (Reuters) – For the first time in decades, foreign and defence policy are in the electoral spotlight in New Zealand, as opinion surveys show public concern …
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Factbox-Recent attacks on prominent figures in Latin America
by Reutersby Reuters(Reuters) – Ecuador presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio, a vocal critic of corruption and organized crime, was killed on Wednesday evening during a campaign event in northern Quito. Here are some …
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In India’s brutal ethnic war, women are participants as well as victims
by Reutersby ReutersBy Krishn Kaushik and Sunil Kataria MOIRANG/CHURACHANDPUR, India (Reuters) -In the sectarian violence that has ravaged India’s Manipur state, women have been victims of brutal attacks. Residents and security officials …
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By Angelo Amante and Valentina Za ROME (Reuters) -A drive to shore up its political base and appeal to the less well off lay behind the Italian government’s decision to …
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ESSEX, MD – Was it the change in routine that led to his stroke of luck, or was it simply the universe favoring him? The devoted player from Essex may …
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ANNE ARUNDEL CO., MD – In Anne Arundel County, a 26-year-old contractor found himself in an unexpectedly fortunate situation. Initially, his plan was simple: to purchase a few scratch-off tickets …
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A look at the day ahead in European and global markets from Ankur Banerjee Before investors get consumed by the U.S. inflation data, markets will likely focus on European banks …
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Philippines Q2 GDP growth slowest in nearly 12 years as rate hikes drag
by Reutersby ReutersBy Neil Jerome Morales and Enrico Dela Cruz MANILA (Reuters) -The Philippine economy grew at its slowest pace in nearly 12 years in the second quarter as high inflation and …
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(Reuters) – Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will travel to the United States for an official visit in late October, the first since winning election last year, according to a …
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China to require all apps to share business details in new oversight push
by Reutersby ReutersBy Josh Ye HONG KONG (Reuters) -China will require all mobile app providers in the country to file business details with the government, its information ministry said, marking Beijing’s latest …
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South Korea think-tank raises inflation forecast on higher energy prices
by Reutersby ReutersSEOUL (Reuters) – A South Korean government think-tank revised its annual inflation projection upwards on Thursday, citing the recent rise in energy prices, although it said the need for interest …
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Biden unlikely to attend ASEAN summits in September on trip to Asia -sources
by Reutersby ReutersBy David Brunnstrom and Stanley Widianto WASHINGTON/JAKARTA (Reuters) -U.S. President Joe Biden is unlikely to attend summits with Southeast Asian leaders in Jakarta next month, multiple sources told Reuters, an …
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By Nate Raymond (Reuters) -A federal judge has blocked the state of Hawaii from enforcing a recently enacted ban on firearms on its prized beaches and in other areas including …
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‘I’ll Let It Be Known’: Trump Declines To Say If He Will Attend GOP Debate
‘I’ll Let It Be Known’: Trump Declines To Say If He Will Attend GOP Debate Harold Hutchison on August 9, 2023 Former President Donald Trump did not say if he …
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Nicaragua freezes bank accounts of top university led by Jesuits – source
by Reutersby ReutersBy Ismael Lopez (Reuters) – Nicaraguan authorities froze the bank accounts of the country’s top private university, a source from the institution told Reuters, marking the latest move against a …
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Japan ex-PM Aso’s ‘fight for Taiwan’ remark in line with official view, lawmaker says
by Reutersby ReutersBy Kantaro Komiya TOKYO (Reuters) – Former Japanese Prime Minister Taro Aso’s remark on Tuesday that his country must show “the resolve to fight” to defend Taiwan from attack was …
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Sony shares slide after earnings highlight concern about games, sensors
by Reutersby ReutersBy Sam Nussey TOKYO (Reuters) -Shares in Japan’s Sony fell 6% in Tokyo trade after first-quarter profit tumbled, with the entertainment conglomerate reporting lacklustre performances by its movie and financial …
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Jamie Dimon, JPMorgan board defeat shareholders’ Jeffrey Epstein lawsuit
by Reutersby ReutersBy Jonathan Stempel NEW YORK (Reuters) – A federal judge has dismissed a shareholder lawsuit accusing JPMorgan Chase Chief Executive Jamie Dimon and his board of directors of ignoring red …
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Biden Admin Secretly Encouraged Overthrow Of Leader Who Wasn’t Pro-Ukraine Enough, Leaked Cable Reveals
Biden Admin Secretly Encouraged Overthrow Of Leader Who Wasn’t Pro-Ukraine Enough, Leaked Cable Reveals Arjun Singh on August 9, 2023 President Joe Biden’s administration’s diplomats encouraged Pakistani political leaders to …
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‘What’s Your Favorite Color?’: Laura Ingraham Rails Against Biden’s Response To Business Allegations
‘What’s Your Favorite Color?’: Laura Ingraham Rails Against Biden’s Response To Business Allegations Harold Hutchison on August 9, 2023 Fox News host Laura Ingraham ripped President Joe Biden Wednesday over …
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North Korea’s Kim dismisses top general, calls for war preparations
by Reutersby ReutersBy Hyunsu Yim SEOUL (Reuters) -North Korean leader Kim Jong Un replaced the military’s top general and called for more preparations for the possibility of war, a boost in weapons …
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(Reuters) -Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Wednesday suspended a county prosecutor after accusing her of being soft on crime, making her the second elected Democratic law-enforcement official to be removed …
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Dem Rep Tells Reporter She ‘Championed’ Infrastructure Bill Despite Voting Against It
Dem Rep Tells Reporter She ‘Championed’ Infrastructure Bill Despite Voting Against It Harold Hutchison on August 9, 2023 Democratic Rep. Cori Bush of Missouri claimed Wednesday she “championed” the bipartisan …
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MAYOR FRANCIS SUAREZ: As President, This Hispanic Mayor Will Solve Biden’s Border Crisis
MAYOR FRANCIS SUAREZ: As President, This Hispanic Mayor Will Solve Biden’s Border Crisis Mayor Francis Suarez on August 9, 2023 This week I am traveling to the U.S. – Mexico …
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(Reuters) -Demand for power in Texas hit a record high on Wednesday for the second time this week and ninth time this summer as homes and businesses powered their air …