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Right-wing outsider poised to win Colombia electionSpeed Read Abelardo de la Espriella declared victory; he has no political experience
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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US, Iran cite progress in talks roiled by Trump, LebanonSpeed Read The sides agreed to a “roadmap” toward a final deal
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Japan’s ‘ice cream cartel’Under the Radar Six major companies are accused of colluding to raise prices beyond cost of inflation and ingredients
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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What’s the situation in Gaza now?The Explainer Since the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, the Gaza Strip has largely dropped out of the headlines, but suffering continues
By The Week UK Published
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Trump and Iranian president sign 60-day truceSpeed Read The 60-day period will include negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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The growing problem with toxic algaeIn the Spotlight Naturally occurring bacteria in water is thriving on increased nutrients from agriculture and global warming
By Harriet Marsden, The Week UK Published
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What is Emmanuel Macron’s G7 game plan regarding China?Today’s Big Question The summit will determine how G7 countries should handle low-priced Chinese exports entering their markets
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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Hungary moves to block Orbán return to powerSpeed Read Orbán had served as Hungary’s leader for over a decade
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Published
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Trump’s Iran deal draws scrutiny in US, ire in IsraelSpeed Read Even some Republicans seemed hesitant to praise the deal
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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How close are we to World War Three?In Depth Regional conflicts are reshaping military alliances, with majority of Western citizens believing world is becoming more dangerous
By The Week UK Last updated
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Swiss voters reject capping population sizeSpeed Read The initiative was voted down 55% to 45%
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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US and Iran announce interim peace dealSpeed Read “Ships of the World, start your engines,” Trump said on social media
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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The Ebola outbreak: is it spinning out of control?In the Spotlight US aid cuts and proposed treatment centres in Kenya are stirring anger, while front-line resources are needed urgently to contain the crisis
By The Week UK Published
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UFC Freedom 250: martial arts at the White HouseThe Explainer Trump has long been an admirer of cage fighting but South Lawn event has been hit by lawsuit
By Will Barker, The Week UK Published
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