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Top News In U.K. Fallout, Lessons for a World Facing Harsh Economic Realities By Patricia Cohen The sharp policy U-turn by Liz Truss, Britain's prime minister, reveals the perils of taking the wrong path in the fight against scalding inflation. 'Uncle Xi' to Exalted Ruler: China's Leader Embodies His Authoritarian Era By Chris Buckley Xi Jinping was first cast as a firm but genial leader with a common touch. Approaching a second decade in power, he looms over China like a stern Communist monarch. Over 370 Republican Candidates Have Cast Doubt on the 2020 Election By Karen Yourish, Danielle Ivory, Aaron Byrd, Weiyi Cai, Nick Corasaniti, Meg Felling, Rumsey Taylor and Jonathan Weisman A vast majority of Republicans running for the highest state and federal offices have questioned, and at times, outright denied the 2020 results, despite evidence to the contrary, The Times found. For more top news, go to NYTimes.com »

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Today's Videos Video: Teenage Suspect in Custody After Shooting in Raleigh By Reuters Authorities said a 15-year-old suspect was taken into custody after a shooting rampage left five people dead and two wounded in a residential neighborhood in Raleigh, N.C. Video: British Prime Minister Vows to Raise Corporate Tax Rate By Reuters The increased taxes are meant to calm investors and will help pay for other tax cuts Prime Minister Liz Truss had initiated. Ms. Truss also announced Jeremy Hunt as the new chancellor of the Exchequer, after firing Kwasi Kwarteng.

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