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Turkey's Erdogan to run again in early 2028 vote, top adviser says
A top adviser to Recep Tayyip Erdogan said the Turkish leader would run again in an early election likely to be held in April 2028, media outlets reported on Thursday.

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Ireland to boycott 2027 Eurovision over Israel’s participation
Ireland will boycott the 2027 Eurovision Song Contest for the second year over Israel's participation, the country's public broadcaster RTE said Thursday. Ireland was one of five countries along with the Netherlands, Iceland, Slovenia and Spain to skip Eurovision this year to protest Israel’s inclusion in the contest, citing its ongoing war on Gaza.

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Ireland to boycott Eurovision 2027 over Gaza
Ireland will not participate in or broadcast next year's Eurovision Song Contest, public broadcaster RTE said Thursday, citing the "ongoing loss of lives in Gaza".

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Sweden's left-wing opposition wins slim majority in country's national election
Sweden's left-wing opposition won a narrow majority in the country's general election after the vote count ended Thursday, but faces laborious negotiations to form a government. The incumbent prime minister, conservative Ulf Kristersson, announced his resignation.

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French labour strike reduces capacity at key Dunkirk gas terminal
Industrial action ​was expected to reduce French electricity supply by up to 5 gigawatts on ⁠Tuesday as energy sector ⁠unions stage a 24-hour strike in protest over calls to curb ​employee benefits ‌such as access to cheaper power.

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Iran war exposes US munitions shortfall, industrial bottlenecks, Pentagon report says
The US military faces shortages of key munitions due to the Iran war and industrial "bottlenecks" to rebuild stockpiles, a Pentagon watchdog warned in a report published on Monday, contradicting US President Donald Trump's assurances that ammunition supplies are "virtually unlimited".

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Middle East live: Houthi attacks wound 13 civilians in southern Saudi Arabia
A series of attacks carried out by Yemen's Houthis using ballistic missiles and drones wounded 13 civilians in southern Saudi Arabia on Tuesday. Meanwhile the US Defence Department's inspector general revealed that the United States is facing a shortfall in ammunition as a result of its costly war in Iran. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

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Venezuela to join G20 energy meetings in Texas at US's invitation
A Venezuelan delegation will join G20 energy talks in Houston this week as soaring oil prices and disruption from the Middle East war put global energy supplies under pressure. The meeting comes as the Trump administration deepens energy ties with Caracas and seeks to boost Venezuelan oil output.

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US Supreme Court rejects Trump bid to restrict mail ballots as voting begins
The US Supreme Court on Monday rejected President Donald Trump’s bid to impose new restrictions on mail ballots ahead of November’s midterm elections. The ruling leaves states free to continue using existing voting procedures, after election officials warned the last-minute changes could disrupt ballot distribution.

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Trump calls concerns over rogue AI a 'hoax' promoted by a ‘SICK conspiracy’
President Donald Trump on Monday rejected warnings about the risks of artificial intelligence, calling concerns over rogue AI part of a “SICK conspiracy” as tech leaders urge greater safeguards. The clash comes as the rapidly advancing technology faces scrutiny over cybersecurity, jobs, data centres and its potential impact on national security.

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Dangote refinery launches Africa’s biggest IPO for retail investors
Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote on Monday launched an IPO for his $19 billion Nigerian oil refinery, seeking $1.6 billion from retail investors across the continent. The offering values Africa’s largest refinery at about $49 billion and has drawn both strong investor interest and concerns over its high valuation.

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Zelensky says Ukraine ready to de-escalate if Russia halts strikes
Ukraine is ready to halt attacks on Russian energy infrastructure if Moscow does the same, President Volodymyr Zelensky said Monday, after US President Donald Trump announced an apparent agreement between the two sides. Kyiv also warned that intensifying Russian strikes on Ukraine’s rail network are worsening each week.

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Macklemore dropped from Ed Sheeran US tour after pro-Palestinian remarks
American rapper Macklemore announced on Monday that he was dropped from Ed Sheeran’s US stadium tour after saying "Free Palestine" during a September 4 concert in New Jersey. The Grammy winner’s removal follows pressure from venue owners, including New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, over his criticism of Israel’s actions in Gaza.

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US Space Force confirms weapons deployed in space for first time
The US Space Force has confirmed for the first time that Washington has weapons deployed in orbit, as the United States, China and Russia expand military capabilities in space. The disclosure highlights a growing focus on controlling the space domain and protecting satellites vital to military communications, surveillance and navigation.

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Turkey police disperse pro-LGBTQ protesters with tear gas
Turkish police fired tear gas at pro-LGBTQ demonstrators in the western city of Izmir on Monday, as activists protested a nationwide crackdown that saw dozens arrested over the weekend in a campaign authorities described as defending traditional family values.

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French candidates race to claim the cost-of-living issue ahead of 2027 vote
A new Ipsos survey reveals a country gripped by pessimism, with soaring prices the top worry for French voters ahead of the April 2027 presidential election. Candidates from far-right leader Marine Le Pen, to the far-left's Jean-Luc Mélenchon are racing to make the cost of living the defining issue of their campaigns.

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Investors weigh the potential cost of AI 'slowdown'
The AI boom that has powered markets and unleashed a flood of investment is showing signs of strain. Calls to slow the development of powerful models fuel doubts over whether the sector's promised profits can justify its staggering costs.

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Slow the AI race? Investors weigh the potential cost
Calls to rein in the development of ever more powerful AI models are fuelling fears over the massive capital outlays in the sector -- and the prospect that profits from the promised revolution might not be enough to cover them.

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Sweden faces political uncertainty after knife-edge election
Sweden was bracing for a protracted struggle to form a government on Monday after elections results showed a thin and uncertain lead for the left-wing opposition, while the far-right Sweden Democrats lost ground for the first time since entering parliament 16 years ago.

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Indonesia intensifies search for more than 120 missing after ferry capsizes in Java Sea
Indonesian rescue teams on Monday deployed specialised underwater teams and navy-operated underwater drones as the search for more than 120 people missing in the Virgo Transport 8 ferry capsizing intensified.

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