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In Germany, Ulrich Siegmund Is Bringing the AfD to the Cusp of Power
Ulrich Siegmund, 35, once sold air fresheners. Now his far-right party is the favorite to win a state election in eastern Germany on Sunday.
Elections in Germany Could Produce First Far-Right State Government Since Nazi Era: What to Know
Elections in Saxony-Anhalt, in the country’s east, could result in an outright majority for the Alternative for Germany party.
China’s New Graduates, Facing a Dire Job Market, Must Also Contend With A.I.
A record 12.7 million young people are looking for jobs as the country embraces artificial intelligence — and as the technology begins to upend the work force.
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Michigan Wolverines fend off shocking upset bid from Western Michigan in early season thriller
Michigan football nearly relived its Appalachian State nightmare as Western Michigan led 12-7 befor…
California pizza joint allegedly used as meth distribution hub as illegal immigrant charged
Kawal Preet Singh allegedly used a Round Table Pizza in Dinuba to distribute over 40 pounds of meth…
Kennedy Center ceiling partially collapses as Trump-led board pushes for 2-year closure
Photos show a partial ceiling collapse in a main Kennedy Center hallway, which officials say unders…
Oregon rallies from slow start, thwarts Boise State's upset bid in season opener
Dante Moore threw for 388 yards and three touchdowns as No. 2 Oregon rallied past Boise State in a …
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North America
A Sympathetic Defendant and Well-Crafted Defense Dominated Clancy Trial
The defense lawyer for Lindsay Clancy showed empathy for his client in showcasing her mental health…
Quebec parties target health care, affordability and debate referendum as election looms
Fréchette claimed St-Pierre Plamondon avoided the word ‘referendum’ at a major PQ campaign rally in…
Jazz legend John Coltrane's Philadelphia house to become a cultural heritage site
On the centennial of father's birth, Ravi Coltrane talks about turning the home where the jazz lege…
Snowbirds roar over Toronto in near-final flight before jets grounded until 2030s
Negotiations are underway with the manufacturer of the team’s new jets, Defence Minister McGuinty s…
Europe
Travellers to EU face renewed queues as border-check flexibility rules expire
Sources indicate some members states will not enforce EES biometric controls after 6 September dead…
Live: Trump's envoys head to Ukraine after 'substantive' talks with Putin
US President Donald Trump's business partner Steve Witkoff and son-in-law Jared Kushner discussed "…
Does your life feel out of control? Maybe you need some ‘pyt’ | Polly Hudson
This Danish concept encourages everyone to stop wasting energy on things we can’t change. You can e…
‘Nobody will win’: Zelenskyy adviser warns of mutual destruction if war with Russia continues
Serhii Beskrestnov says deadlock on frontline and increasing use of deep strikes is placing civilia…
Asia
US denies it tried to influence Malaysia’s political leadership in 2014
The US rejected a claim by Malaysia’s opposition Islamist party that Washington once sought to infl…
147 years after Hall Effect discovery, scientists find it works in-plane
Extra CO2 boosted Wisconsin forest productivity 39%, but ozone cut the gain
A Wisconsin experiment studied forest communities exposed to high carbon dioxide and ozone. Elevate…
Calls for Hong Kong anti-stalking law after man acquitted of following teen girl
Lawmakers and a government adviser have called for anti-stalking legislation to close a loophole th…
Africa
Kenya braces for heavy rainfall as UN says El Niño to strenghten
The United Nations’ climate agency warned this week that El Niño is expected to strengthen further …
Masked anti-immigration protesters disrupt UK's Dover port
Dozens of masked anti-immigration protesters blocked roads leading to Britain’s busiest ferry port …
Niger blames France for inciting failed mutiny, Paris denies involvement
Niger has blamed France for inciting last week’s failed military mutiny, according to a government…
Africa: The Continent Has the Capital - It Needs the Alignment.
[allAfrica] Africa's industrial moment is not waiting for more money. It is waiting for the right k…
Oceania
'Not about revenge': Parents of Perth brothers killed in Mexico to attend trial
The parents of Australian brothers Jake and Callum Robinson are travelling to Mexico for the trial …
Vietnam wants to grow dental tourism, which has Australian dentists worried
Australians now make up the majority of foreign clients at dentists in Vietnam, as increasing numbe…
Brisbane waterfront approved for 2,200 homes but none affordable
The former industrial site is "the last major development site available" near the CBD, "close to a…
Swans star 'shattered' after skipper's heartbreaking knee injury
After shouldering the burden of leading Sydney through the off-field scandal that has engulfed the …
South America
From sugarcane fields to dialysis: the kidney crisis that crosses borders
Chronic kidney disease was long thought to be an old person’s malady. Now it’s a multinational heal…
A cartel tortured Julio: The US denied his family asylum and wants to send them to a third country
His family’s efforts to remain in the country have run up against Donald Trump’s hardline immigrati…
The new Arctic route is redrawing the economic and geopolitical map
Melting ice has opened the door to steady trade routes between Asia and Europe. However, it also po…
Miami’s Venezuelan community demands answers from lawmakers over ICE detentions
Two leading exile organizations are calling for concrete actions from Congress in a new report on i…
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Utah
Real Salt Lake rallies for 2-2 draw against LAFC
SANDY, Utah (ABC4 Sports) - Real Salt Lake remains winless in MLS play since May, but the team rall…
BYU gets its blowout tuneup over; next week we’ll learn much more about this BYU team
Match review: Royals fall 2-1 while two come-from-behind goals earn RSL a draw
Idaho
Oregon didn't appreciate Boise State dancing to "Shout" - Greenwich Time
Oregon didn't appreciate Boise State dancing to "Shout" Greenwich Time
City of Boise considering converting Owyhee Park tennis courts to pickleball - KTVB
City of Boise considering converting Owyhee Park tennis courts to pickleball KTVB
‘It’s on me’: Boise State coach takes blame for loss, partly for one critical moment - Idaho Statesman
‘It’s on me’: Boise State coach takes blame for loss, partly for one critical moment Idaho Statesman
Wyoming
PREP GOLF: Laramie boys, girls 2nd at Wheatland Invite - wyomingnews.com
PREP GOLF: Laramie boys, girls 2nd at Wheatland Invite wyomingnews.com
Football season brings boost to local bars and restaurants - WyomingNews.com
Football season brings boost to local bars and restaurants WyomingNews.com
Your Sunday, Sept. 6 Guide: What to do in the Oil City - Oil City News
Your Sunday, Sept. 6 Guide: What to do in the Oil City Oil City News
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Exclusive: Democrat Roy Cooper Says Criminals Need 'Health Care, Not Handcuffs'
Exclusive audio obtained by Breitbart News features North Carolina Democrat Senate candidate Roy Co…
CNN: Trump Cut Funding That Would Not Have Stopped Nepal Flood. Here’s Why It’s Still His Fault
There is zero link between the deadly flood and Trump. But Freedman nonetheless tries to find a way…
Foreign-Born Population Drops by Nearly 3 Million Under Trump: Stunning New Report
Average rate on a 30-year mortgage climbs to highest level in 13 months
Mortgage rates rose again this week, driving the average long-term U.S. home loan rate to its highe…
Deadpool-Wolverine derby in the offing as Hugh Jackman targets Norwich City
After Deadpool actor Ryan Reynolds's purchase of Wrexham, his Wolverine costar could land Champions…
China Understands the New Energy War. Does America?
‘Peace through strength’ doesn’t just come through military strength.
Iran targets Kuwait in retaliation for U.S. bombardments, and other Mideast news
Iran fired at Kuwait on Thursday as part of its retaliation for U.S. bombardments earlier in the we…
WATCH LIVE: Vance holds White House briefing after Leavitt's departure
President Donald Trump urged Republican lawmakers facing tough reelection campaigns to run on his r…
