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United Russia ahead as polls close in parliamentary elections
Polls close in Russia’s parliamentary elections after third day of voting across 11 time zones.
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Algeria buries former president Bouteflika
Bouteflika buried at El Alia cemetery without fanfare and official mourning period accorded to previous leaders.
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