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Reading scores slide across the OECD

Strikes lift oil as Europe targets settlements and German voters shake Berlin

The day’s main stories ran through contested borders, fragile institutions and expensive technology. Markets priced another notch of Middle Eastern risk, while European governments moved from criticism of Israeli settlements to trade restrictions.

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  • Funeral of King Harald of Norway

    Procession reaches Oslo Cathedral as royals and diplomats gather for the funeral service of King Harald V

  • Explosion at Swiss hydroelectric plant

    Two people are seriously injured after an explosion caused a partial building collapse at the Ritom power plant in Ticino.

  • US-Canada trade dispute escalation

    Announces import bans on Canadian dairy, alcohol, and motorcycles starting September 29, as Canada prepares retaliatory tariffs.

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Brussels vs capitals: EU integration

Allies coordinated military pledges and the EU unlocked €3.2 billion at a Ramstein meeting, fitting the existing security support framework without shifting competences.

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Explosion at Swiss hydroelectric plant

Disasters·High·Reported 1h 16m ago·Updated 37m ago
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    Explosion at Swiss hydroelectric plant

    Two people are seriously injured after an explosion caused a partial building collapse at the Ritom power plant in Ticino.

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