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An ‘insane’ job: Election heats up for next UN secretary-general
The United Nations Security Council is set to elect the next secretary-general in the fall, a high-stakes contest for a thankless job. It is the first changing of the guard in 10 years, from the tenure of Portugal’s António Guterres. The election is taking place under a dark cloud: The organization is fighting for relevancy,…
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Cruz, Cantwell seek to get their college sports bill over the goal line
A landmark piece of legislation seeking to regulate the big business of college sports is expected to face a crucial vote in the Senate when lawmakers return from recess next month. The Protect College Sports Act championed by Sens. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) gained steam this summer thanks to the support of…
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Election Officials Are Preparing for Prediction Markets to Sow Chaos in the Midterms
From threats to the safety of poll workers to voters who can’t distinguish between odds and results, prediction markets are already scrambling the political process.
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It’s not the economy, stupid. Americans vote based on their personal economy
Politicians cite GDP and inflation data, but voters judge the economy by grocery prices, gas prices, mortgage rates and what's left in their wallet.
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Top Zambian opposition figures arrested days after presidential vote
The authorities allege they were involved in an insurrection plot but the leading opposition candidate says there was an attempt on his life.
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My generation had no voice on Brexit – but Burnham gives the young fresh hope on Europe | Ceira Sergeant
Brexit didn’t create all the problems young people now face, but renewing close ties with Europe will give us so many opportunities I was 14 when the UK voted to leave the EU. Too young to vote, but not too young to understand that a decision was being made that would affect the rest of…
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Dutch GP in pictures as F1 prepares for Zandvoort farewell
A selection of images from the Dutch Grand Prix, as Zandvoort prepares to host a Formula 1 race for the final time.
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TV tonight: Michael Sheen’s furious investigation into a pollution scandal
The actor’s anger grows as he seeks answers about toxic ‘forever’ chemicals in Wales. Plus: speed dating with the Gypsy Wives. Here’s what to watch this evening 9pm, BBC Two Increasingly as much an activist as he is an actor, Michael Sheen draws attention to a grim pollution scandal several decades in the making in…
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Haley Stevens urges El-Sayed to ditch Hasan Piker affiliation after Michigan primary
Haley Stevens urges Abdul El-Sayed to cut ties with Hasan Piker as the Michigan Senate race pivots to a general election fight against Mike Rogers.
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Fans Choose Ayra Starr’s ‘Starrgirl’ as This Week’s Favorite New Music
The Nigerian singer’s new album brought in more than 87% of the vote.