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Nearly the entire population of California remains under flood alerts as people are urged to stay off the roads – CNN

Nearly the entire population of California remains under flood alerts as people are urged to stay off the roads  CNN Storm Updates: California Braces for Heavy Rains and Flooding  The New York Times Bay Area braces for high winds, rain and possible

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Life Imitates Art as a ‘Master and Margarita’ Movie Stirs Russia

An American director’s adaptation of the beloved novel is resonating with moviegoers, who may recognize some similarities in its satire of authoritarian rule.

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For Harris, Promises to Ukraine Prove Harder to Make Amid G.O.P. Resistance

Vice President Kamala Harris tried to reassure European and Ukrainian leaders that America would come through with security aid. But worries persist as House Republican leaders block the measure.

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Republicans Push Hard Line on Russia While Defending Trump’s NATO Comments

Fearful of antagonizing the former president, congressional Republicans downplayed the remarks, instead lauding the former president’s record and criticizing President Biden.

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Forvia to Cut Up to 10,000 Jobs in EV Shift

Forvia shares rose after it said it would save about €500 a year from 2028 through job cuts as the company adapts to EU electric-vehicle policies.

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Currys Shares Soar on Takeover Interest

Currys stock rose 33% in opening trading, with the U.K. electronics retailer at the center of a possible takeover battle between China’s JD.com and Elliott Advisors.

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The Kremlin has never been richer – thanks to a US strategic partner – CNN

The Kremlin has never been richer – thanks to a US strategic partner  CNN

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Putin critics like Navalny need support from West, says Litvinenko’s widow

The widow of former Russian Federal Security Service agent, Alexander Litvinenko, has said Vladimir Putin critics in Russia need support from the West.

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Polymetal Agrees to Sell Russian Assets

Polymetal said it was selling its Russian business for $3.7 billion and intended to refocus its operations in Kazakhstan.

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‘Oppenheimer’ wins 7 prizes, including best picture, at British Academy Film Awards

Atom bomb epic Oppenheimer won seven prizes, including best picture, director and actor, at the 77th British Academy Film Awards on Sunday, cementing its front-runner status for the Oscars next month. (Image credit: Vianney Le Caer)

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