The term "associate member" is reportedly off the table as officials discuss deeper economic and defence ties.
Carney to push for closer ties at Canada-EU summit in Montreal

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GDP report to give insight before Election Day. And, Israel's election is deadlocked
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From Netanyahu to Ben-Gvir, campaign boasts and attacks on Arab parties have been met with a deadlocked result.

Alaska governor orders probe into Democratic campaign's alleged links to same-name candidate
The Republican governor was responding to allegations in the New York Times that Democrats recruited a spoiler candidate, Dan Sullivan.
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Students at a top university protest against transport shortages, poor facilities and safety concerns.

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South Korea captain, LA star Son Heung-min backed by coach amid rift rumour
Robert Moreno names captain Son Heung-min in South Korea's squad for Saudi Arabia and Qatar games despite rift rumours.