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As toll crosses 100, Trump puts Hurricane Helene at election center stage

As toll crosses 100, Trump puts Hurricane Helene at election center stage

Donald Trump sought to turn a storm that killed more than 100 people and caused destructive flooding across the US southeast into a major presidential election issue Monday, as he hurried to the impact zone and the White House refuted criticism of its emergency response.

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US Fed Chair sees 'further disinflation' in economy

US Fed Chair sees 'further disinflation' in economy

The United States is set to see inflation cool further towards policymakers' target, Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell said Monday, with interest rates likely to come down over time, too.

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Israeli forces in 'limited' Lebanon ground operations against Hezbollah: US

Israeli forces in 'limited' Lebanon ground operations against Hezbollah: US

Israeli forces have launched limited incursions in Lebanon, the United States said Monday, as Israel vowed to keep fighting Hezbollah and sealed part of the border after killing the Iran-backed militants' leader.

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Guardiola promises strong City side in Slovan Champions League tie

Guardiola promises strong City side in Slovan Champions League tie

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said on Monday he would not take Slovan Bratislava lightly in this week's Champions League clash as his squad continues to adjust to life without key midfielder Rodri.

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Brazilians choke as fire smoke blankets 80% of country

Brazilians choke as fire smoke blankets 80% of country

With as much as 80 percent of Brazil under a blanket of smoke from historic wild fires, face masks last used during the coronavirus pandemic are coming out again.

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Netflix loses bid to toss 'Baby Reindeer' defamation lawsuit

Netflix loses bid to toss 'Baby Reindeer' defamation lawsuit

Netflix has lost its bid to throw out a defamation lawsuit filed by the woman who says she was the inspiration for the stalker in the Emmy-winning hit "Baby Reindeer."

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Renault to end Formula One engine production from 2026

Renault to end Formula One engine production from 2026

Renault are to stop producing Formula One engines from 2026, ending almost half a century of use in Formula One, the French manufacturer's Alpine team announced on Monday.

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Epic Games sues Google and Samsung over app store

Epic Games sues Google and Samsung over app store

"Fortnite"-maker Epic Games is suing tech giants Google and Samsung, it announced Monday, accusing them of illegally colluding to block competition on Samsung devices.

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PSG's Dembele axed for Arsenal clash over disciplinary reasons: Luis Enrique

PSG's Dembele axed for Arsenal clash over disciplinary reasons: Luis Enrique

Ousmane Dembele was axed from Paris Saint-Germain's squad for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Arsenal because he did not "comply with or respect the expectations of the team", coach Luis Enrique said.

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Bulked-up Wemby eyes Spurs playoff return

Bulked-up Wemby eyes Spurs playoff return

A bulked-up Victor Wembanyama said on Monday leading the San Antonio Spurs back to the playoffs is the "minimum objective" as he prepares for his second season in the NBA.

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