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Oil prices fall after double-digit weekly gains above $100
The decline snapped multi-day winning streaks for both Brent and WTI crude oil futures.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CNBC World
France 24
Rwanda cracks down on illegal alcohol after spate of deaths
WorldPingIn Rwanda, the fight against illegal alcohol has become a national priority. For several weeks, authorities have stepped up seizures, shut down factories and recalled dozens of brands, following a series of deaths linked to bottles contaminated with methanol.
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