What to know as Brazil prepares for tense presidential run-off
Polls show leftist incumbent Lula closing gap on right-wing rival Flavio Bolsonaro ahead of second round of voting.
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Ecuador opposition leader Luisa Gonzalez arrested in campaign finance probe
Gonzalez’s Citizen Revolution Movement has denounced the arrest as politically motivated, calling for her release.
US judge blocks federal operations seeking to identify non-citizen voters
Homeland Security targets nine states in fraud investigations that critics say intimidate voters.
What is the history behind Trump’s LeBron blast over US national anthem?
What led to LeBron James being labelled a disgrace by US President Donald Trump, who says NBA star disgraced anthem?
Trump ordered to sit for deposition in BBC defamation lawsuit
Judge says Trump must sit for questioning from a BBC lawyer by December 11 or face possible dismissal of lawsuit.
Thousands gather at final student-led rally ahead of Serbia election
The student movement aims to end Vucic’s 14 years of rule at Sunday’s vote, as he holds a rival rally across town.
Carney, Erdogan launch ‘strong and resilient’ Canada-Turkiye partnership
On trade, investment and innovation, leaders will work towards conclusion of a Canada-Turkiye Free Trade Agreement.
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Netanyahu promises Iran regime change: Can Israel topple Tehran government?
Israel can inflict devastating damage on Iran, but analysts question its ability to overthrow Tehran’s government.
Ilhan Omar home raid, Haines attack: Inside rise in violence on officials
US Congresswoman Ilhan Omar’s home raided; Australian MP Helen Haines loses both legs following an attack.
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What is the Turkiye-Libya maritime deal, and why is the EU opposing it?
Eastern Libya’s parliament backs a sea border pact with Ankara, a shift that analysts say redraws Libya’s alliances.
Neha Bora can outwit the police. Can Indian youth leader outfox Modi?
Firebrand student leader has become face of the youth protest movement taking on Modi’s Hindu majoritarian government.
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