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Now playing Next Markets Oil prices dip near year low on hopes of Israel-Hamas war ceasefire Ceasefire hopes have risen following Israel's recent acceptance of a US bridging proposal. Hamas, however, has yet to do the same. 20/08/2024
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Now playing Next Europe News Brussels moves closer to slapping definitive tariffs on Chinese EVs The EU executive says it stands ready to reach an alternative solution, compatible with WTO principles, with the Chinese government. 20/08/2024
Now playing Next USA Joe Biden given hero's welcome by Democrats at Chicago convention The outgoing president's decision not to seek re-election and endorse his vice president instead has been met with both respect and euphoria. 20/08/2024
Now playing Next Europe News How the Irish government aims to fix the housing crisis Massive growth in the population of Ireland between 2015 and 2023 has seen demand for housing reach a ratio of now just under 4 to 1. This means that for every four persons seeking a house, only one property is available. 20/08/2024