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‘We can’t let the far right take power again’: Lula voters in final push before Brazil runoff
In bellwether Minais Gerais, with polls about even, president’s supporters are striving to win over those who abstained or voted for Flavio Bolsonaro
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US Iran war costs exceed $47 billion in Pentagon estimate obtained by Reuters
The reported military cost has risen more than 25% from a July estimate, while repairs to damaged US bases may not be fully accounted for.
Olivia Chow wins second term as Toronto mayor as budget pressure looms
Chow defeated Brad Bradford on 26 October and pledged housing, school meals and transit changes. A projected budget shortfall and expiring provincial deal await her next term.
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