Why have France’s school protests become a wider political crisis?
The demonstrations have united students and ‘yellow vest’ supporters, exposing deeper anger over living standards.
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Search for Amelia Earhart's plane resumes after stormy weather
An expedition to a remote Pacific island hoping to uncover the American aviator's wreckage was on hold for three days.
Elderly Hong Kong couple die in suspected suicide pact over Parkinson’s diagnosis
Hong Kong police are investigating a suspected suicide pact after an elderly couple were found dead in a public housing flat on Sunday, following the woman’s Parkinson’s disease diagnosis. Police received a report at 2.39pm on Sunday that a man and a woman had been found unconscious inside a flat at King Wing House in Shan King Estate in Tuen Mun. A tray of burnt charcoal was found at the scene. T...
Sudan army accused of drone strike on livestock market
Sudan’s army says it struck RSF command centres in South Darfur, but the RSF says a crowded livestock market was hit.
The week in pictures: Escalating protests across Europe and the tragic capsize of a migrant boat
From student protests and heightened tensions across French demonstrations on October 17, to ongoing anti-government marches in Albania and the tragic sinking of a migrant boat off the coast of Djibouti, FRANCE 24 looks back at some of the most striking images from the past week.
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Hurricane Trudy threatens Mexican coast with flooding, mudslides
Hurricane Trudy lashed parts of Mexico’s Pacific coast with heavy rain and strong winds on Sunday as the US National Hurricane Centre warned of potentially life-threatening flooding and mudslides. A hurricane warning remained in effect from Manzanillo in Colima state to Cabo Corrientes in Jalisco. The latest NHC data showed the Category 2 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165kph) ...
Katie Zacharia and Mao Ning – a study in contrasts in US and China media strategies
Katie Zacharia may have lasted just five days as the White House press secretary but still managed to set off a diplomatic incident with China. In an interview with a conservative commentator on Thursday, Zacharia referred to China as a place that “doesn’t even have proper toilets”. Chinese foreign ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning responded a day later with a smile and a brief, pointed invitation. “W...
Forget the seven-year itch: opposite-sex marriages more likely to end after two decades
ONS data for England and Wales shows 26% of heterosexual divorces in 2025 followed 20 years or more of marriageMost couples are aware of the dreaded “seven-year itch”, when the honeymoon period wears off and real life starts to bite.Now official data has shown that couples in England and Wales are more likely to split after 20 years. According to Office for National Statistics figures, more than a...
More than 1,800 arrested in France after protester violence erupts
Authorities said masked groups on Saturday set fires and attacked public buildings, including city halls, in several cities.
Florida appeals court overturns $2,675 monthly alimony after a 249-day marriage
A recent decision by a Florida appeals court reversed an alimony order for a short marriage lasting 249 days. The court found insufficient evidence regarding the former wife's need for financial support. The trial court had awarded nine months of temporary alimony based on prior cases instead of specific proof. The appeals court emphasized the importance of individual cases and relevant evidence i...
Almanac: October 18
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'Like we had a war': France counts cost of violent protests
France was reeling on Sunday from widespread damage caused by violent protests the day before that saw 1,800 people arrested, a historic town hall torched and widespread looting.
Was ancient India the world’s forgotten superpower?
In Deja Vu’s latest episode, William Dalrymple explores ancient India’s global influence – and how it was overlooked.
Gaza families fear food shortages as Israel halts commercial shipments
Residents report rising prices as the latest restrictions bite, leaving families unable to afford extra supplies.
France protests: "There's a whole range of grievances at play"
Is the anger in France driven more by declining living standards or by the perception that the economic burden is being distributed unfairly? We discuss this with our guest, Joseph Downing, senior lecturer in politics and international relations at Aston University.
Huckabee calls for prosecution of journalist's West Bank attackers
The ambassador condemned the attack as "vicious" and called for the prosecution of those involved.
Florida opens $191.8M water plant to protect the Matanzas River and conserve drinking water
St. Johns County Utilities officials celebrated the completion of the State Road 207 Water Reclamation Facility. This facility, costing $191.8 million, will treat wastewater and provide reclaimed water for irrigation purposes. The project aims to reduce dependence on the Floridan Aquifer, especially during ongoing drought conditions. Capacity of the facility can be expanded to meet future demand w...
Paris left reeling as student-led protests turn chaotic
Some 1,800 people arrested and hundreds injured during nationwide demonstrations attended by hundreds of thousands.
Bristol Old Vic tackles arts ‘emergency’ by bringing the theatre into classrooms
Amid financial pressures on household and school budgets, the theatre company is expanding access with free plays Six young actors step into the spotlight as a reverent silence descends on the hall at City Academy in Bristol. A boy steps forward to pose a central question: “What does it mean to be young in Britain in 2026?”Union jack flags flash across the backdrop as three girls excitedly debate ...
10/18: Sunday Morning
Hosted by Jane Pauley. Featured: California's Proposition 40; singer Rosalía; actor John Turturro; "Elsbeth" star Carrie Preston; "Other Desert Cities" on Broadway; the legacy of Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner; consumer sentiment at the midterms; and a frog-jumping contest.
Violent protests a threat to EU membership, not government, Albanian PM says
Albania's prime minister has said he will not resign despite days of protest and growing unrest, warning that the escalating violence is threatening the country's chances of joining the European Union.
Is FIFA scrapping its peace prize after awarding it to US President Trump?
FIFA committee to assess the merits of the award after several members demand its discontinuation.
Michigan court allows Kalamazoo County to seize a family’s lakefront cottage for park expansion
The Michigan Court of Appeals has confirmed Kalamazoo County's legal right to acquire a residential cottage located near Prairie View County Park, ending a protracted legal battle. County officials want to integrate the cottage into their plans for park expansion, but the owners have raised objections, arguing that the public purpose claims are obsolete. The issue of fair compensation continues to...
Paris residents tell Al Jazeera they’re dismayed by protest damage
Paris residents tell Al Jazeera they’re dismayed by the level of damage caused when Saturday’s protests turned violent.
Egypt pledges support for Saudi Arabia as Houthi attacks escalate
Egypt announced its willingness to provide military assistance to Saudi Arabia to ensure its security and stability. President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi convened the National Defence Council to discuss potential support amid Houthi assaults. These attacks have targeted key infrastructure, including Riyadh’s international airport and Saudi Aramco. Egypt has previously supported Saudi Arabia in the Yemen...
Meet Sgiath: The mountain rescue Labrador who has won IFAW’s 2026 Animal of the Year Award
Sgiath, a remarkable six-year-old black Labrador, has recently made headlines for her extraordinary ability to detect invasive sea squirt, leading her to win the prestigious 2026 Animal of the Year Award. Partnering with marine ecologist Dr. Texa Sim, Sgiath's keen sense of smell plays a vital role in identifying this invasive organism. Her early detection skills contribute significantly to marine...
Why have settler pogroms surged during olive harvest season in West Bank?
France and Belgium condemn settler attack on diplomats, but critics say EU needs to act beyond words of condemnation.
In 2001, Tony Bennett and his wife opened an arts school for 250 students; how it looks 25 years later
Tony Bennett and Susan Benedetto co-founded the Frank Sinatra School of the Arts in 2001 in New York. The school offers specialized training in various art forms while maintaining a strong academic curriculum. Students can major in dance, drama, film, fine art, vocal music, or instrumental music. The school moved to a permanent facility in 2009, equipped with state-of-the-art spaces for performanc...
