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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's loss in a confidence vote in parliament paves the way for a snap election in February. South Korea's Constitutional Court sets a Monday deadline for President Yoon Suk-yeol to submit a written argument for his impeachment trial. Aid is slow to reac ... Show More

<p>The center-right Christian Democrats won the most votes in Germany’s election, and the US stock market had its worst day in two months on Friday. Britain and India will relaunch talks on a long-awaited trade deal, plus, China’s holdings of US Treasuries have fallen to their lo ... Show More

David and Helen are joined by Politico’s chief Europe correspondent Matthew Karnitschnig to explore the consequences of the German elections. Who were the real winners and losers? Are there lessons for centre-left parties in other countries, including the Labour Party in Britain? ... Show More