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British officials to deliberate Russian response to accusation of ex-spy nerve attack

Today, Britain’s National Security Council will convene to negotiate a response to Russia’s backlash against…

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European lawmakers seek to pass resolution outlining their Brexit wishes

The European Parliament will vote on a resolution outlining the EU’s post-Brexit relationship with the…

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Facebook to release information on fight against bots

Today, Facebook will provide information to UK lawmakers on how it plans to combat the…

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Angela Merkel to formally begin fourth term after GroKo success

Merkel has now secured a grand coalition in parliament allowing the country to emerge from political paralysis.

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Hammond unveils updated ‘Spring Statement’ outlook with higher revenue

British Minister of Finance Philip Hammond will present what is expected to be a tempered…

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OECD releases latest updated figures for the global growth outlook

Today, the OECD will present the “near-term prospects” for the global economy. These prospects will…

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Pennsylvania election to be a test of pre-midterm Democratic appeal

Today, Pennsylvania’s 18th Congressional District will vote in a special election in which Democrat Conor…

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South Korea seeks support from Russia and China in North Korean negotiations

South Korean national security advisor will travel to Moscow today to seek support for the upcoming summit between the US and North Korea.

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The political economy of microwave reforms in Ethiopia

Despite ongoing protests and pressure from abroad, Ethiopia’s elite will only edge towards change.

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Pressure mounts on Japan’s Shinzo Abe amid details of cronyism

Today, Japan’s finance ministry is expected to report that documents in a suspicious sale of…