Polls point to Germany's looming election bringing a shift to the right

While polling suggests Germany's far-right AfD party will fare well, it's very unlikely to be part of the next government of Europe's biggest economy.

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Germany’s election will usher in new leadership — but might not turn tides for the country's struggling economy

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Dubois’ absence hurts ‘fight card of the century’ but Bakole brings danger

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Americans’ confidence in air travel falls after string of plane crashes, poll shows

Survey indicates 64% of Americans believe flying is safe, down from 71% who said so last year. Americans’ confidence in aviation has slipped following a string of plane crashes in 2025, according ...
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Trump’s first month back in office marked by mixed polling on his federal cuts

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