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Carlos Ghosn’s dramatic downfall reverberates in Lebanon
He may have fallen from grace internationally as one of the auto industry's most powerful leaders, but Carlos Ghosn can count on continued support in at least one corner of the globe. Lebanon has
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Brexit jargon: From backstop to no deal, 17 key terms explained
Much like the questions around the UK's future relationship with the European Union, the terminology thrown up by Brexit is complex, confusing and contentious. Here is your brief guide to Brexit jargon, with an approximate reading time
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Can India recapture glory days of field hockey?
The field hockey world cup is taking place in India, with the hosts on a mission to dominate the sport again.
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Eastern Europe set for break from two weeks of freezing weather
Winter cold came suddenly to Eastern Europe this year. Belarus has been entirely sub-zero by day and at night since November 21. This season has not seen the beautiful frosty nights and sunny days
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Israeli police recommend indicting Netanyahu in telecom case
JERUSALEM: Israeli police on Sunday recommended indicting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on bribery charges related to a corruption case involving Israel’s telecom giant, prompting immediate calls for his resignation.Police say their investigation has established
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Israeli court orders release of Palestinian official
DUBAI: UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed received Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed on Sunday at the capital’s Al-Bateen palace to commemorate UAE’s 47th national day, state-news agency WAM reported. The meeting
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UAE President Sheikh Khalifa receives Mohammed bin Zayed at Al Bateen Palace
DUBAI: UAE President Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed received Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Zayed on Sunday at the capital’s Al-Bateen palace to commemorate UAE’s 47th national day, state-news agency WAM reported. The meeting
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Pablo Escobar’s legacy 25 years on: Tributes and disgust
Drug lord Pablo Escobar was killed 25 years ago, ending the life of one of the world's most notorious outlaws, responsible for an unprecedented number of deaths and a bomb attack in Colombia. But
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Mexico’s new President AMLO promises radical changes
Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador, widely known as AMLO, has been sworn in as the president of Mexico, making him the first left-wing leader to hold office in over 70 years. Soon after taking charge
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Singapore’s vertical village wins world architecture prize
Architects from across the globe have been competing for design glory at the World Architecture Festival. The event gathers more than 2,000 architects to exchange ideas and recognises some of the best buildings and


