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Their clashes were peppered with cheers and standing ovations from the audience, and expert analysis and color from the illustrious commentators.

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Election coverage continues as Tumi Magkabo and Michael Holmes anchor a special edition of "Your World Today" at 1600 GMT, before "Insight" at 2300 GMT brings its usual blend of in-depth perspective and analysis as the wide implications of the election result are put into context for an international audience.

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