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November 3, 2020
Why Trump was so successful in 2016 – and why his campaign fell to pieces this year

Today Americans will render their final verdict on the tumultuous presidency of Donald Trump. The United States remains firmly in the grip of an uncontrolled pandemic that has wrought economic...

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November 3, 2020
At least 19 dead, 22 wounded and others taken hostage in day-long gun attack on Afghan university

Gunmen launched a day-long attack on Kabul University, killing at least 19, wounding 22, and taking several students hostage, according to the Interior Ministry.

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November 3, 2020
Why Trump was so successful in 2016 – and why his campaign fell to pieces this year

Today Americans will render their final verdict on the tumultuous presidency of Donald Trump. The United States remains firmly in the grip of an uncontrolled pandemic that has wrought economic...

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November 3, 2020
At least 19 dead, 22 wounded and others taken hostage in day-long gun attack on Afghan university

Gunmen launched a day-long attack on Kabul University, killing at least 19, wounding 22, and taking several students hostage, according to the Interior Ministry.

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November 3, 2020
At least one dead and 15 wounded in ‘repulsive terrorist attack’ in Vienna

Multiple gunmen opened fire at six locations in central Vienna near the central synagogue on Monday, killing at least one person and wounding 15 in what Chancellor Sebastian Kurz described...

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November 3, 2020
Prince William’s decision to hide Covid battle gives wrong message

When a person in the public eye is diagnosed with Covid-19, we tend to hear about it straight away.

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November 2, 2020
Two dead and 15 wounded in Vienna terror attack on eve of lockdown

Gunmen have opened fire on people enjoying a last evening out in Vienna before a coronavirus lockdown, in a terror attack that left at least two dead — including one...

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November 2, 2020
London shines a light on coronavirus heroes this festive season

Christmas lights across the West End of London have lit up to mark the beginning of the festive season, with this year's lights celebrating the nation's coronavirus heroes.

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November 2, 2020
One killed and several injured in ‘terror attack’ on revellers in Vienna

At least one person has been killed and several injured in Vienna in what security officials described as a “terror attack”.

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November 2, 2020
Fatalities possible after Vienna attack, says security chief

Austria's top security official says several people have been injured in an attack in Vienna and there may be fatalities, according to the Austria Press Agency.

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November 2, 2020
Police flock to Vienna synagogue after shots fired

A large police operation is under way at a Vienna synagogue following gunfire, officers in the Austrian capital said.

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November 2, 2020
Several injured after shots fired in Vienna

Several people have been injured and officers are out in force after gunfire in Vienna, police in the Austrian capital said.

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November 2, 2020
Trump talks legal action while Biden goes on the offensive as campaigning ends

Donald Trump has cast doubt in advance on Tuesday's election results, while Democratic challenger Joe Biden went on the offensive on the final full day of campaigning ahead of a...

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November 2, 2020
130mph Hurricane Eta threatens to bring flooding and storm surge

Hurricane Eta quickly gained force on Monday, erupting into a major storm as it headed for Central America, threatening massive flooding and landslides across a vulnerable region.

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November 2, 2020
120mph Hurricane Eta threatens to bring flooding and storm surge

Hurricane Eta quickly gained force on Monday, erupting into a major storm as it headed for Central America, threatening massive flooding and landslides across a vulnerable region.

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November 2, 2020
Vatican: Pope’s civil union comments taken out of context

The Vatican says Pope Francis's comments on same-sex civil unions were taken out of context in a documentary that spliced together parts of an old interview, but still confirmed his...

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November 2, 2020
Burger King tells public to ‘order from McDonald’s’

Burger King is encouraging the public to order takeaways from rival fast food chain McDonald's.

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November 2, 2020
Markets gain despite new coronavirus restrictions

Shares in Europe bounced back from last week's malaise on Monday as investors were busy despite new restrictions being introduced in the UK.

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November 2, 2020
Attack on Afghan university leaves at least 19 dead

A siege at Kabul University is over, with at least 19 dead and 22 wounded, Afghanistan's Interior Ministry has said.

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November 2, 2020
Attack on Afghan university leaves at least 19 dead

A siege at Kabul University is over, with at least 19 dead and 22 wounded, Afghanistan's Interior Ministry has said.

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November 2, 2020
Coronavirus Northern Ireland: Eight further deaths and 493 new cases reported

A further eight people in Northern Ireland have died after testing positive for coronavirus, the Department of Health has confirmed.

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November 2, 2020
US surpasses 95 million early ballots on eve of Election Day

More than 95 million Americans had cast their votes in the 2020 presidential election by Monday, according to a tally by the U.S. Elections Project at the University of Florida,...

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November 2, 2020
Actor Eddie Hassell killed in shooting

The actor Eddie Hassell has died aged 30 after a shooting in Texas, police have said

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November 2, 2020
Couple rearrange wedding in 24 hours to beat lockdown restrictions

A couple rearranged their wedding in 24 hours to tie the knot before new lockdown restrictions come into force in England on Thursday.

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November 2, 2020
Germany starts ‘wave-breaker’ shutdown as Europe locks down

Several European countries have tightened coronavirus restrictions as authorities across the continent scramble to slow a rapid rise in infections that threatens to overwhelm healthcare systems.

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November 2, 2020
Germany starts ‘wave-breaker’ shutdown as Europe locks down

Several European countries have tightened coronavirus restrictions as authorities across the continent scramble to slow a rapid rise in infections that threatens to overwhelm healthcare systems.

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November 2, 2020
Germany starts ‘wave-breaker’ shutdown as Europe locks down

Several European countries have tightened coronavirus restrictions as authorities across the continent scramble to slow a rapid rise in infections that threatens to overwhelm healthcare systems.

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November 2, 2020
What a fluke: Dutch whale tail sculpture catches train

A train driver in the Netherlands has escaped injury after his front carriage rammed through the end of an elevated section of rails and was caught by a sculpture of...

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November 2, 2020
What a fluke: Dutch whale tail sculpture catches train

A train driver in the Netherlands has escaped injury after his front carriage rammed through the end of an elevated section of rails and was caught by a sculpture of...

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November 2, 2020
What could four more years of Donald Trump look like?

US President Donald Trump has consistently pointed to tax cuts and regulatory relief as key successes of his first four years in office.

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November 2, 2020
What could four more years of Donald Trump look like?

US President Donald Trump has consistently pointed to tax cuts and regulatory relief as key successes of his first four years in office.

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November 2, 2020
What could four more years of Donald Trump look like?

US President Donald Trump has consistently pointed to tax cuts and regulatory relief as key successes of his first four years in office.

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November 2, 2020
Personal loan and credit card customers set to receive further support

Borrowers with personal loans, credit cards and rent-to-own products will have more time to apply for payment holidays under new coronavirus support measures outlined by the City regulator.

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November 2, 2020
Personal loan and credit card customers set to receive further support

Borrowers with personal loans, credit cards and rent-to-own products will have more time to apply for payment holidays under new coronavirus support measures outlined by the City regulator.

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November 2, 2020
Personal loan and credit card customers set to receive further support

Borrowers with personal loans, credit cards and rent-to-own products will have more time to apply for payment holidays under new coronavirus support measures outlined by the City regulator.

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November 2, 2020
Johnny Depp loses libel case against The Sun over ‘wife beater’ article

Actor Johnny Depp has lost his High Court libel action against The Sun newspaper over an article which labelled him a “wife beater”.

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November 2, 2020
Johnny Depp loses libel case against The Sun over ‘wife beater’ article

Actor Johnny Depp has lost his High Court libel action against The Sun newspaper over an article which labelled him a “wife beater”.

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November 2, 2020
Johnny Depp loses libel case against The Sun over ‘wife beater’ article

Actor Johnny Depp has lost his High Court libel action against The Sun newspaper over an article which labelled him a “wife beater”.

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November 2, 2020
Two children rescued from rubble days after earthquake in Turkey

Rescue teams have saved two girls from the wreck of their collapsed apartment building in the Turkish city of Izmir, three days after an earthquake.

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November 2, 2020
Ryanair reports loss of €197m on the back of Covid disruption

Ryanair has reported a loss of €197m for the six months to September 30.

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