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Trump’s broken promises: economy, war and ICE
Mehdi Hasan debates ex-Trump adviser Steve Cortes on the economy, Trump’s immigration policies and Islamophobia.
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Call of Duty promises a return to form - but can it compete with GTA?
Modern Warfare 4 faces an uphill battle after last year's Call of Duty missed the mark with fans.
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Netanyahu promises Iran regime change: Can Israel topple Tehran government?
Israel can inflict devastating damage on Iran, but analysts question its ability to overthrow Tehran’s government.
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'Popular dissatisfaction' across Europe: 'Promises of more economic growth haven't come true'
Oliver Farry is pleased to welcome Steven Erlanger, Chief Diplomatic Correspondent in Europe for The New York Times, based in Berlin. Europe's political centre is confronting a crisis that extends far beyond electoral volatility. From France and Germany to Italy and Spain, mounting economic frustration, generational inequality and declining confidence in established political leadership are reshaping the continent's democratic landscape. "The promises of more economic growth haven't come true," explains Erlanger, describing a continent marked by "a kind of general disgust" and "a sense of drif
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French Justice Minister promises 'extremely firm' punishment for rioters
This weekend's rioting in France highlighted failings in the security services' handling of threats posed by looters, said Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin. He promised that rioters would face extremely firm punishment. FRANCE 24's International Affairs Editor Angela Diffley tells us more.
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France PM promises more curfews as authorities seek to regain control
Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu says local authorities will coordinate with mayors to decide whether to impose curfews.
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First minister promises to look at Welsh council powers
Plaid Cymru's leader makes pledge ahead of talks with Andy Burnham, who wants more devolution to councils.
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Burnham promises to curb non-compete rules in job contracts
The prime minister says restrictions on what workers can do after leaving roles have "gone too far".
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France promises 3,000 extra teachers in first step to calm student protests
Education minister Edouard Geffray makes the offer after another day of sometimes violent demonstrations by high-school students.
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France education minister promises 3,000 extra teachers in bid to quell protests
As France's nationwide student protest movement continued on Thursday with more clashes between protesters and police, the education minister pledged to deploy 3,000 substitute teachers "within the next hours" to help struggling high schools.
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Senegal-Morocco AFCON title decision within days, says CAS
The Court of Arbitration for Sport to rule within days on appeal against decision to strip Senegal of AFCON title.
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Weakened US fuel-efficiency rules and promises of cheaper cars could see drivers pay higher running costs while also increasing carbon emissions.
Weakened US fuel-efficiency rules and promises of cheaper cars could yet see drivers pay higher running costs while increasing planet-heating emissions.
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‘New path’: UK’s Burnham promises huge expansion of public services
UK prime minister tells his first Labour Party conference 'fundamental rethink' needed to set Britain on right course.
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Ethiopia’s army promises restraint amid fears of new civil war
Army chief accuses Eritrea of funding and supporting armed groups to weaken Ethiopia.
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Meta Unveils VR Glasses for $1,299, Promises 3D Films From Lionsgate, James Cameron and Enhanced Versions of ‘Avengers’ and ‘Star Wars’
Meta’s given its glasses a virtual-reality upgrade. Meta unveiled its new $1,299 VR glasses at its annual Meta Connect event on Wednesday, an upgraded version of its Quest headset line. The product, the company promises, will usher in “a new era for virtual reality” by providing “a cinema, courtside seat, workspace, and console” for users at home. “We […]
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Venezuela’s Delcy Rodriguez promises elections at UN, gives no date
Rodriguez says Venezuela is transitioning to full democracy and has opened dialogue with opposition sectors.
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Davey promises tax cuts for millions if UK rejoins EU single market
The Lib Dem leader vows to raise tax thresholds if he becomes PM, in a speech to his party conference.
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Meloni promises to ban burqas, niqabs in Italy’s schools
Prime minister of Italy's longest serving government since WW2 faces election threat from far-right rival party.