Euronews •

Qatar plans new defence partnership and warns of energy crisis 'peak'

Qatar is preparing a new regional defence partnership while keeping channels open with Tehran, arguing that dialogue and economic ties offer a route to lasting peace. Doha also warned of an energy disruption “peak” with more difficulties on the horizon “in the coming days and months”.

France wants curfews in some areas after weekend of riots
France 24 •

France wants curfews in some areas after weekend of riots

France's central government asked some local authorities to impose curfews and faced pressure over security failings on Monday after a weekend of riots and looting borne out of nationwide anti-government protests. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu did not rule out declaring state of emergency but said it was more appropriate for now to apply partial and localised curfews, without providing details ...

France protests: Who are the people arrested during the unrest?

France protests: Who are the people arrested during the unrest?

France 24 •

At least 2,400 people were arrested in France during protests over the weekend, some simply for being in the wrong place at the wrong time, others on suspicion of theft and looting. In an official address, French President Emmanuel Macron warned that “those who looted will have to pay for the damage”. But who exactly are these rioters?

Historic Tucson tower gets a $50M affordable housing makeover

Historic Tucson tower gets a $50M affordable housing makeover

Times of India •

Tucson House in Arizona is undergoing a major renovation to provide affordable housing for older adults. The project is expected to create 358 modern apartments by summer 2028, improving accessibility for residents aged 55 and older. Twenty-five households have already moved into the newly renovated 15th-floor apartments within ten months of commencing work. Future updates will include shared amen...

AI productivity plan backfires as task list hits 156

AI productivity plan backfires as task list hits 156

Times of India •

Morissa Schwartz's experience with her AI assistant revealed an unexpected outcome: an escalated to-do list. Instead of easing her tasks, the assistant generated more reminders and hurdles. To address this, she devised a plan to trim her task list and prioritize clear communication about challenges faced. Ultimately, Schwartz seeks to ensure her AI enhances her productivity rather than complicates...

Ohio couple spends $30,000 on friend's kitchen, loses legal battle to buy the house

Ohio couple spends $30,000 on friend's kitchen, loses legal battle to buy the house

Times of India •

An Ohio couple who moved into a friend's house in 2020 and spent $30,000 renovating its kitchen have lost their claim to purchase the property for $215,000. On Wednesday, an appeals court ruled that the renovations did not establish a binding purchase agreement. However, the couple may still receive compensation for the improvements, while the homeowners can pursue eviction proceedings.

Houthi attack kills 53 in biggest single loss of life since Yemen civil war reignited

Houthi attack kills 53 in biggest single loss of life since Yemen civil war reignited

The Guardian •

More than 200 mostly young people said to be injured after ballistic missile attack on training camp for government forces At least 53 people have been killed in a Houthi ballistic missile attack on a training camp for Yemeni government forces in the largest single loss of life since the country’s civil war reignited in September.The attack on the al-Alam camp in Shabwa province, southern Yemen, w...

France hit by debt sell-off as violent protests unnerve investors

France hit by debt sell-off as violent protests unnerve investors

The Guardian •

Difference between French and German borrowing costs widens after public buildings burned and shops lootedBusiness live – latest updatesFrance has been hit by a fresh wave of selling in its bond and stock markets after violent protests over the weekend led to thousands of arrests and left public buildings burned and hundreds of shops looted across the country.The chaos has spooked investors as ana...

Houthi attack kills 53 at Yemen government training camp

Houthi attack kills 53 at Yemen government training camp

SCMP •

Fifty-three people ⁠were killed and 200 were ⁠injured in an attack ⁠on Monday by the Iran-aligned Houthis on a government security forces training camp in Yemen’s Shabwa province, according to the local authority, as fighting in the impoverished country intensifies. Video verified by Reuters from Shabwa province ‌showed injured people and bloodied bodies scattered across the ground. The Houthis an...

Houthi attack kills 53 at Yemen government training camp

Houthi attack kills 53 at Yemen government training camp

SCMP •

Fifty-three people ⁠were killed and 200 were ⁠injured in an attack ⁠on Monday by the Iran-aligned Houthis on a government security forces training camp in Yemen’s Shabwa province, according to the local authority, as fighting in the impoverished country intensifies. Video verified by Reuters from Shabwa province ‌showed injured people and bloodied bodies scattered across the ground. The Houthis an...

Minnesota tribe reduces casino land request by nearly 75% after locals raise concerns

Minnesota tribe reduces casino land request by nearly 75% after locals raise concerns

Times of India •

The White Earth Nation in Minnesota has reduced its proposed casino land-trust request from nearly 300 acres to 80 following concerns about drinking water, traffic, infrastructure costs, and property taxes. The project, planned for Clay County, has not yet received federal approval and also requires concurrence from Minnesota's governor. Tribal representatives say a decision could come by late 202...

'Police weren't overwhelmed by people protesting and marching' about education and cost of living

'Police weren't overwhelmed by people protesting and marching' about education and cost of living

France 24 •

Oliver Farry is pleased to welcome Andrew Smith, Lecturer in Liberal Arts at Queen Mary University of London. France's escalating social unrest has exposed a troubling disconnect between legitimate popular grievances and the government's increasingly security-focused response. Smith argues that the violence accompanying otherwise largely peaceful demonstrations reveals serious failures of policing...