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Australia targets social media algorithms in its crackdown on Big Tech
Regulators are increasingly targeting what they perceive as the addictive design of the platforms. Last month, Meta agreed to pay up to $18 billion to resolve social media claims from US states
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Trump urges Putin for swift end to Ukraine war, Russia ties reset: Kremlin
The call, which the Kremlin said lasted an hour, followed a weekend visit to Moscow and Kyiv by U.S. envoys, who are trying to revive stalled talks designed to find a way to end the fighting.
 "Trump urges Putin for swift end to Ukraine war, Russia ties reset: Kremlin")
Liverpool FC inks £300 million shirt sponsorship deal with Turkish Airlines
The five-year deal is worth in excess of £60 million ($81.2 million) per season.
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US Labor Department suspends Cognizant's PERM filings amid investigation
Suspension prevents Cognizant from moving ahead with new PERM filings until an investigation into alleged fraud involving its visa programmes is completed
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Nepal floods: Death toll climbs to 1,357 as rescue efforts continue
The death toll from the devastating flash floods in Nepal rose to 1,357 on Tuesday as more bodies were recovered from the affected areas, authorities said.
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Is AfD's historic win in Germany an indication of rise of the far right?
Founded in 2013 as a euro-sceptic party, the AfD has moved sharply right on migration and national identity, turning anger over immigration, economic strain and mainstream politics into votes
 "Is AfD's historic win in Germany an indication of rise of the far right?")
Amazon hires banks for first sterling bond sale to fund AI expansion
The tech giant is looking to sell 3-year, 6-year, 12-year and 19-year bonds, according to the memo from one of the banks arranging the sale
 "Amazon hires banks for first sterling bond sale to fund AI expansion")
Novartis faces third clinical-trial setback in a week as muscle drug fails
The medicine, called del-desiran, was the centerpiece of Novartis's $12 billion takeover of Avidity Biosciences and touted as a potential blockbuster
 "Novartis faces third clinical-trial setback in a week as muscle drug fails")
Flood-hit Nepal races to rebuild bridges, roads with India, China support
The death toll from the August 26 disaster stood at 1,356 as of Monday, while 4,994 people remained missing
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Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia trigger fire at oil facilities, 73 injured
Houthi attacks sparked fires at oil facilities and utilities in southern Saudi Arabia, temporarily suspending operations and marking a major escalation in the renewed conflict with Iran-backed rebels
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China exports surge 25% in Aug on strong demand for autos, high tech goods
Exports grew 23.9% year-on-year in July
 "China exports surge 25% in Aug on strong demand for autos, high tech goods")
Canada's retaliatory tariffs on US goods take effect as trade talks stall
The counter-tariffs cover $20 billion of US goods, with duties ranging from 15% to 50% across products from steel and furniture to clothing and electronics
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Fight over Tata Group's soda-ash mine divides impoverished Kenya region
Residents of the villages around Lake Magadi, Africa's biggest for the trona mineral that's converted into soda ash, are split on whether Tata should stay on or leave
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Eiffel Tower shut after female staff sidelined during Hindu group's visit
The monument was closed late on Monday as employees held a meeting over the incident, which has angered staff and drawn criticism from French politicians
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Samsung buyback highlights South Korea's 45% preferred stock discount
More than 100 South Korean companies, including Hyundai Motor Co. and LG Chem Ltd., have issued preferred shares, raising capital without diluting founding families' voting power
 "Samsung buyback highlights South Korea's 45% preferred stock discount")
ByteDance joins AI elite in race to build next generation of world models
Founder Zhang Yiming is personally overseeing the development of a new model slated for launch as soon as next month
 "ByteDance joins AI elite in race to build next generation of world models")
Trump says Canada's Bombardier must build jets in US or lose market access
Canada is set to introduce a wave of counter-tariffs against the US on Tuesday
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India joins US and 24 other nations in global 6G network alliance
India has joined the US and 24 other countries in an initiative focused on developing secure, competitive and innovative 6G networks
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Flights to and from Jakarta resume after volcanic eruption forced closure
Flights resumed at major Jakarta airports after Anak Krakatau's eruption caused a two-day closure, disrupting 2,961 services and affecting about 341,000 passengers
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Iran hikes gasoline price for heavy consumers as economy struggles
Such gas price increases can be sensitive and contribute to inflation
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