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Belgium's federal government must identify €10 billion in savings to close a looming budget gap, prompting warnings from officials and opposition parties. Ministries are being urged to cut expenditures, including ending subsidies for company cars.
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King Harald V of Norway died, prompting a state funeral in Oslo with extensive ceremonial protocols. The event draws senior royals, while several prominent figures, including King Charles III and Denmark’s Queen Margrethe, will be absent.
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The far‑right Alternative for Germany (AfD) secured roughly 44% of the vote in the Saxony‑Anhalt state election, falling three seats short of an outright majority and demanding a governing coalition. The result has shocked Chancellor Friedrich Merz and reignited debate over the effectiveness of Germany’s post‑war strategy to isolate extremist parties.
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Air attacks on the Lebanese village of Kfar Rumman have killed at least 11 people, including children and medics, according to Lebanese officials. The strikes have raised fears that the fragile U.S.‑mediated ceasefire with Hezbollah is collapsing amid wider regional tensions.
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Doctors' unions have warned Kenya's government they will walk out if the nurses' dispute is not settled within a week. Thousands of nurses are set to protest in Nairobi on September 8, raising the risk of a broader health‑sector shutdown.
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The far‑right Alternative for Germany (AfD) secured roughly 44% of the vote in Saxony‑Anhalt, falling three seats short of an outright majority and prompting Chancellor Friedrich Merz to announce he remains in office despite the shock. The result revives debate over Germany’s “firewall” against extremist parties and raises alarms across Europe about a possible right‑wing surge.
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The price of 21‑carat gold rose to 6,300 Egyptian pounds on 7 September 2026, the highest level in weeks, reflecting heightened demand and currency strain. Analysts link the surge to domestic inflation, a push for local refining and broader global gold market dynamics.
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Aliko Dangote’s flagship refinery opened a ₦2.15 trillion ($1.5‑$1.6 bn) share offering to retail investors, with a minimum subscription of ₦5,250. The “people’s IPO” seeks to raise capital for a $14 bn expansion that could double the plant’s output.
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Lawmakers in Mexico's lower house are urging a swift crackdown on an alleged 1.45 trillion‑peso tax evasion operation that relies on fake invoicing. The demand reflects growing pressure to protect public finances amid persistent tax‑avoidance practices.
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Proceedings in the high‑profile murder case of journalist Ján Kuciak have been delayed after audio evidence, including a press‑conference recording and a phone call with alleged mastermind Marek Kočner, went missing. The setback fuels concerns over the integrity of the trial that has gripped Slovakia since 2018.
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Thousands gathered in Belgrade as Ratko Mladić received a full‑military funeral, drawing senior government figures and sparking protests. The ceremony has ignited fierce debate within Serbia and condemnation abroad.
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Germany’s far‑right Alternative for Germany (AfD) surged to a historic 44% in the Saxony‑Anhalt state election, outpacing the CDU yet falling short of an outright majority. The result has sparked alarm across Europe and forced coalition talks in the state parliament.