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Merkel, rivals scramble for last-minute votes
Barring a huge election day surprise on Sunday, German Chancellor Angela Merkel is expected to win a second term at the helm of Europe’s top economy.
Final polls give Merkel hope before election
German Chancellor Angela Merkel looks on track to win a second term, the last polls released before Sunday’s election indicated.
Czech PM faces tough test in no-confidence vote
Czech opposition Social Democrats have their best chance yet on Tuesday of toppling Mirek Topolanek’s minority centre-right administration.
Icelandic government topples
Icelandic Prime Minister Geir Haarde announced on Monday the resignation of his government in the wake of the country’s dire economic crisis.
ID stands fast against floor-crossers
The Independent Democrats (ID) were riding high on the eve of the floor-crossing window on Friday after Cape High Court judges rejected bids by four would-be deserters to hang on…