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German parties rally supporters ahead of Sunday election
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China sends 19 fighter jets towards Taiwan in show of force
China sent 19 fighter jets toward Taiwan in a large display of force on Thursday, after the self-governing island announced
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Twitter seeks to settle 2016 class action lawsuit for $800 million
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Sri Lanka extends COVID-19 lockdown till October 1
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