France: Student anger rages as tear gas and fires hit Paris
France 24 •

France: Student anger rages as tear gas and fires hit Paris

Around 480,000 people took part in nationwide student demonstrations across France on Tuesday, according to student and school unions, up from the previous week’s mobilisation. In Paris, the demonstration ended with tear gas and fires, as tensions escalated. Claire Paccalin has the latest.

Hundreds of early-release prisoners in England and Wales not being tagged, say MPs
The Guardian •

Hundreds of early-release prisoners in England and Wales not being tagged, say MPs

Clive Efford says Serco has failed to source enough tags, as police and probation struggle with influx of newly released offendersUK politics live – latest updatesHundreds of prisoners released early across England and Wales, including stalkers and violent offenders, are not being tagged by Serco, MPs have said, despite pledges for the “toughest supervision in British history”.As the government be...

Tiny Scottish island of Lismore uncovers evidence of a medieval Christian monastery

Tiny Scottish island of Lismore uncovers evidence of a medieval Christian monastery

Times of India •

Residents of Lismore, a tiny Scottish island with around 190 inhabitants, raised funds for archaeological excavations that uncovered a medieval cemetery, ancient buildings and more than 1,000 metalworking artefacts. The discoveries suggest the island was an important religious and craft centre during the sixth and seventh centuries, shedding new light on early Christianity in northern Britain.

$2.8M in public funding protects a 58-acre Utah ranch from development while cattle continue grazing

$2.8M in public funding protects a 58-acre Utah ranch from development while cattle continue grazing

Times of India •

Secured through public funding, a 58-acre ranch in Heber Valley, Utah, is preserved to avert urban sprawl. The Flying A Ranch Preserve will remain dedicated to agriculture, supporting cattle grazing and hay production. The conservation project, supported by nearly $2.8 million in various funding, is crucial for preserving local wildlife habitats and protecting vital water recharge systems, while a...

Zelenskyy says Russia ‘did not heed’ Trump’s call for ceasefire and Ukraine had ‘no early warning’ before strikes on Kyiv – as it happened

Zelenskyy says Russia ‘did not heed’ Trump’s call for ceasefire and Ukraine had ‘no early warning’ before strikes on Kyiv – as it happened

The Guardian •

Ukraine’s president says his country has halted strikes on Russian oil refineries for two days after Trump’s energy ceasefire announcementOn frozen Russian assets, Poland’s Sikorski says the use of frozen Russian assets is “a complicated issue,” but takes a very clear stance in response to any suggestion of releasing them back to Russia.“We are working on it, but there is also some rumours that so...

Kimberly Guilfoyle steps down as US ambassador to Greece after alleged misconduct

Kimberly Guilfoyle steps down as US ambassador to Greece after alleged misconduct

The Guardian •

White House asked Guilfoyle, who is alleged to have sought a bill payment from a Trump donor, to resign from postUS politics live – latest updatesKimberly Guilfoyle is stepping down as US ambassador to Greece after weeks of reports that she sought payment from a Trump donor in exchange for access to administration officials.The decision, announced by the White House on Tuesday morning, ends the di...

From Paris to Marseille, high school protests continue across France

From Paris to Marseille, high school protests continue across France

France 24 •

Student protests continue across France, with marches taking place in cities including Lille and Marseille while pupils in Paris stage fresh school blockades using wheelie bins. Demonstrators are calling for better learning conditions, saying government measures announced so far have failed to address their concerns. 

Tony Robbins turned a childhood memory of his struggling family receiving groceries from a stranger into Feeding America’s 100 Million Meals Challenge; reached 1 billion meals in 2023

Tony Robbins turned a childhood memory of his struggling family receiving groceries from a stranger into Feeding America’s 100 Million Meals Challenge; reached 1 billion meals in 2023

Times of India •

Inspired by his childhood experience with food assistance during Thanksgiving, Tony Robbins has made hunger relief a central cause. Partnering with Feeding America, he initiated the 100 Million Meals Challenge in 2014, ultimately aiming for a billion meals. This ambitious goal was met in 2023, leading to a new target to provide another billion meals by 2035, reflecting Robbins' commitment to comba...

Hurricane Simon hits Mexico after storms kill 5

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Hurricane Simon continued to move slowly up the coast of west-central Mexico after tropical weather systems caused five deaths and damage in Pacific coastal towns and resorts.

Broken children: France confronts crisis of sexual violence against minors

Broken children: France confronts crisis of sexual violence against minors

France 24 •

In France, a new "comprehensive law" aims to strengthen preventative measures, the judicial process and support for child victims of sexual violence. Yet advocacy groups, lawyers, and healthcare professionals point out that the legislation has numerous shortcomings. We take a closer look in this edition of France in Focus. Warning: viewers may find parts of this report disturbing.

Britons travelling to EU countries told not to apply for delayed Etias visa waiver

Britons travelling to EU countries told not to apply for delayed Etias visa waiver

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Abta advice comes as more than more than 150 websites offer service of securing entry to Schengen zoneBritons travelling to EU countries have told not to apply for an Etias visa waiver, with more than 150 websites touting the service despite its introduction being delayed.Non-EU citizens, including UK travellers and those from other visa-exempt countries including the US, Australia and Canada, wil...

Britons travelling to Europe told not to apply for delayed Etias visa waiver

Britons travelling to Europe told not to apply for delayed Etias visa waiver

The Guardian •

Abta advice comes as more than more than 150 websites offer service of securing entry to Schengen zoneBritons travelling to Europe have told not to apply for an Etias visa waiver, with more than 150 websites touting the service despite its introduction being delayed.Non-EU citizens, including UK travellers and those from other visa-exempt countries including the US, Australia and Canada, will soon...

French youth demand answers as education protests enter third week

French youth demand answers as education protests enter third week

France 24 •

French students have continued nationwide protests for a third week, demanding more funding for education, better teaching conditions and more staff. The government’s plan to recruit 3,000 substitute teachers has failed to satisfy demonstrators, who are calling for an additional €10 billion in education spending. Backed by teachers and unions, protesters warn the mobilisation will continue as the ...

King Felipe VI says Ceuta is ‘inalienable’ part of Spain in landmark visit

King Felipe VI says Ceuta is ‘inalienable’ part of Spain in landmark visit

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King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited Ceuta on Tuesday for the first time in 14 years, with the monarch reaffirming Spain’s sovereignty over the North African enclaves claimed by Morocco. The landmark visit comes amid strained relations with Rabat and the aftermath of a mass migrant influx that saw makeshift camps cleared ahead of the royals’ arrival.