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The New von der Leyen Commission Set to Begin Work on December 1
The European Union is poised for a fresh chapter as the new von der Leyen Commission, led by President Ursula von der Leyen, prepares to take office on December 1....
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The New von der Leyen Commission Set to Begin Work on December 1
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The Philippines brace for more storms amid devastating typhoon season
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Nigeria: 33 million could face hunger next year
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Middle East: Gaza food markets ‘in decay’ as starvation looms
In an alert, the World Food Programme (WFP) described markets “in decay” across the enclave. “Fresh foods, eggs, and meat barely exist and the prices of any food available have...
Environment
Parliament pays homage to the victims of the floods in Spain
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More action on the ground needed to save civilian lives in Gaza, top UN official tells Security Council
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Nigeria: UN agencies assist families affected by floods
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