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    A horrific knife attack, disinformation and extremists whipping up anger have all played a role in triggering a shocking outburst of violence

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    Where Harris stands on five crucial issues

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  • Monday, 22 July, 2024
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  • Friday, 12 July, 2024
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  • Wednesday, 10 July, 2024
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  • Wednesday, 10 July, 2024
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    Making crop nutrients requires a lot of fossil fuels — using hydrogen instead could put an end to that

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