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Mail-in voting for the US midterms has commenced in North Carolina despite a legal dispute. A judge extended the suspension of Trump's stricter mail-in voting rules until November 3rd, allowing millions of citizens to cast their ballots. Republicans cite election fraud prevention, while critics argue it disadvantages Democrats.
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On the day before the state election in Saxony-Anhalt, demonstrations and events are taking place across the state. Thousands of participants are expected in Magdeburg, including a democracy festival with 8,000 visitors and an AfD event with 10,000 guests, for which counter-protests have also been announced.
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Germany's Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) warns of increased cyber threats following the release of Berlin administration data by the "Rhysida" group. Targeted phishing attacks and politically motivated "hack-and-leak operations" are a risk, especially with upcoming elections.
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Hackers published around 1.4 million stolen data records from the Berlin state network on the dark web after the Senate rejected a ransom demand of two million euros. The BSI warns of risks, particularly concerning the upcoming election and potential threats to critical infrastructure.
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Acer has introduced the modular "Vero 16" notebook, which can be upgraded with standard tools. The company plans to offer spare parts through Enfinitec Germany GmbH and IPC Computer, but has not provided specific availability timelines.
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Deka Chief Economist Kater views rising government bond yields as a warning signal for fiscal policy. However, he does not expect a global financial crisis, as established currencies offer repayment options.
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Several EU states are pushing to use frozen Russian assets totaling 210 billion euros for Ukraine. Belgium, currently holding these funds, fears lawsuits and risks. A new proposal suggests transferring the assets to an EU-owned custodian to minimize Belgium's liability.
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The German federal government plans to abolish penalty-free early retirement for those with long insurance records, facing opposition from eight state premiers. The measure costs the pension insurance around 400 million euros annually, with savings only materializing after five years due to transition periods.
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Parties are using provocative and sometimes misleading slogans on election posters in the 2026 campaign. Slogans range from the AfD's "Heating without Bans" to the Bergpartei's demand for "men-free city centers."
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81 people in France fell ill with salmonellosis after consuming pumpkin seeds. The affected products originated from a processing plant in the Lot-et-Garonne department and were sold at various retailers, including Grand Frais.
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