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Is this the biggest oil deal in history?

Venezuela could soon be pumping out a lot more oil. We hear if life will get any better for the people living there.

US oil giant Chevron says it will expand operations in Venezuela, with plans to invest more than $7 million to double its output there over the next five years.

As Uber leaves the Nigerian market, we'll look at what that means for drivers and passengers who depend on the platform every day.

Plus, the Venice Film Festival has rolled out the red carpet. So why does it feel a little less glamorous this year?

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