Passenger train derails in central Pakistan, killing at least 5 and injuring 35
Officials in Pakistan say a passenger train has derailed, killing five people and injuring 35 others
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French youth demand answers as education protests enter third week
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 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.
Spanish royals visit Ceuta amid tensions with Morocco over migrant influx
Spain’s King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia visited Ceuta for the first time in 14 years on Tuesday, as the North African enclave grapples with the aftermath of a mass migrant influx. Authorities have cleared makeshift camps from the beaches ahead of the visit, amid strained relations with neighbouring Morocco.
South Africa suspends asylum applications amid renewed anti-immigrant protests
Tensions have flared in South Africa after a court ruling prompted the government to open its application system to all foreign nationals, regardless of their legal status. Despite applications remaining subject to approval, anti-immigrant protests erupted outside several Home Affairs offices, forcing authorities to temporarily suspend refugee and asylum applications. FRANCE 24's Eunice Masson has...
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Russia did try to interfere in Brexit referendum, head of MI5 confirms
Spy chief Ken McCallum said Kremlin had attempted to influence 2016 vote through social media and TV reportsRussia did try to interfere in the Brexit referendum through social media and television reports, the head of MI5 said today, but he added that did not mean the Kremlin had any impact on the result.Ken McCallum endorsed comments made by Andy Burnham, who raised the issue over the past two da...
Ethiopian forces enter key Tigray town, raising fears among residents
Ethiopian federal forces and their allies have entered a key town in northern Tigray near the Eritrean border after rebel fighters withdrew. As the conflict intensifies, residents fear further violence and instability. Tom Canetti has the latest from the ground.
Trump’s ambassador to Greece asked to resign amid misconduct allegations
Kimberly Guilfoyle has faced mounting allegations, including offering access to Trump officials in exchange for money.
‘Shocking and sobering’: UK bird populations fall to lowest level on record
Nearly half of species are in decline, with farmland birds and seabirds the worst hit, conservation bodies have saidWild bird populations in the UK have fallen to their lowest level since records began, figures show, with nearly half of species in decline.Figures produced by leading nature conservation bodies for the government show that average populations across 132 native breeding species fell ...
Russia funnels nearly half its budget into defence, cutting social spending
Russia’s 2027 draft budget allocates a record share to defence and security, as regions quietly divert funds for foster children and orphans to war payments and “coffin money” for soldiers’ families is cut by up to 95% in some areas.
Maine bridge partially collapses during concrete pour; crews begin dismantling damaged spans
Following a tragic collapse on August 13, demolition teams are onsite dismantling the damaged portions of the Llewellyn Estes Bridge, which was under construction over the Stillwater River in Old Town. Several workers sustained injuries during the incident and received urgent medical care. Authorities are launching a comprehensive investigation to uncover the precise reasons behind the failure whi...
Trump ousts Kimberly Guilfoyle as ambassador to Greece amid misconduct claims
The White House publicly asked for US ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle’s resignation on Tuesday as she faced mounting accusations of improper conduct, and she announced within two hours that she was quitting, ending days of talk and speculation about her professional fate. Guilfoyle insisted that she would “vigorously defend” herself. President Donald Trump’s administration had said earlier...
Trump ousts Greece envoy Kimberly Guilfoyle amid misconduct scandal
US President Donald Trump’s ambassador to Greece, Kimberly Guilfoyle, resigned on Tuesday after allegations of improper conduct but insisted she would “vigorously defend” herself. Trump’s administration said earlier on Tuesday it had asked Guilfoyle to leave her post after she faced severe criticism over allegations she engaged in improper and possibly illegal conduct before and during her tenure ...
US asks Greece ambassador Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign over alleged misconduct
Trump appointee Kimberly Guilfoyle, the US ambassador to Greece, has been asked to resign from her post after coming under severe criticism over allegations she has engaged in improper and possibly illegal conduct before and during her tenure in Athens, new White House press secretary Katie Zacharia said Tuesday. It wasn’t immediately clear if Guilfoyle had resigned. But Zacharia, in her first pre...
Houthis threaten Saudi Aramco facilities, airports amid escalating conflict
Explosions in Sanaa reported shortly after Saudi-led coalition's evacuation order as Houthis promise 'harsh' response.
Houthis threaten Saudi Arabia’s Aramco facilities and airports
Explosions in Sanaa reported shortly after Saudi-led coalition's evacuation order as Houthis promise 'harsh' response.
Is this the best time for US strategists to push for abandoning ambiguity on Taiwan?
For nearly five decades, the United States’ Taiwan policy has centred on strategic ambiguity by not declaring whether it would intervene militarily in a potential Taiwan conflict. This policy – designed to deter Beijing from using force while preventing Taipei from formally declaring independence – is being challenged by realist US strategists amid a broader debate over America’s role in the world...
‘Manosphere’ warnings as rates of family and sexual violence against Australian children rise sharply
Study authors say increase cannot be attributed to any one factor and list income inequality and reporting increases due to growing awareness as other likely reasonsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe sexual assault of Australian children has accelerated sharply since the pandemic, surprising researchers who expected rates to have fallen but instead found attacks on boys...
Claude Lalanne’s bronze monkey armchair with ostrich leather seat sold for $1.079 million
Sotheby’s auction in December 2025 saw the sale of a remarkable gilt-bronze armchair by Claude Lalanne, which captured attention with its elaborate vines and monkey embellishments. This particular design, created in 1998, was the pioneer among Lalanne’s 'Singerie' armchairs to attract a successful sale. The high demand for Lalanne's artistry played a crucial role in achieving an impressive sale pr...
Atletico Madrid vs Manchester United LIVE: Champions League
Follow updates from the league stage clash, including the build-up, analysis and live text commentary of the game.
Family and sexual violence rates against Australian children rise sharply as researchers warn of ‘manosphere’
Study authors say increase cannot be attributed to any one factor and list income inequality and growing awareness as other likely reasonsGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe sexual assault of Australian children has accelerated sharply since the pandemic, surprising researchers who expected rates to have fallen but instead found attacks on boys had risen 15.7%.Researcher...
In Brazil, thousands march fearing return of Bolsonaro presidency
Thousands of young Brazilians have taken to the streets to support President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and voice fears of a return to power for the Bolsonaro political movement, amid a closely watched presidential race. Many protesters say they are worried about their future, particularly the impact a far-right government could have on universities and education. FRANCE 24’s Jan Onoszko reports fr...
How Iran made the Houthis into such a problem
10 years ago, few people had heard of the Houthis. Here's how the Yemeni rebels have become Iran's "most powerful proxy."
Women with autoimmune diseases face longer waits and more misdiagnoses than men
Women are significantly more likely than men to face prolonged delays and have physical autoimmune symptoms dismissed as psychological conditions, such as anxiety or depression, a study has found.
Oil facility near Yemen capital Sanaa hit by Saudi Arabia, Houthis say
Houthi media reported an attack by Saudi Arabia on the Yemen Oil Company in Sanaa on Tuesday, which came shortly after the Saudi-led coalition ordered the evacuation of the facility ahead of a military operation. The Iran-backed rebels had warned that they would target Riyadh's airport and other sites in the country if Saudi Arabia followed through on its threat.
France: Student protesters want to 'keep the pressure up on the government'
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Paris on Tuesday in support of high school students protesting poor classroom conditions. The mobilisation brought together not only students but also teachers, unions, political figures and activists, including Greta Thunberg, from across the country. Protesters say they want to maintain pressure on the French government, insisting their demands r...
France: Student protesters want to "keep the pressure up on the government"
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of Paris on Tuesday in support of high school students protesting poor classroom conditions. The mobilisation brought together not only students but also teachers, unions, political figures and activists, including Greta Thunberg, from across the country. Protesters say they want to maintain pressure on the French government, insisting their demands r...
‘Block, blunt, break’: What’s in NATO’s new Russia war plan?
NATO's top commander says he is revealing a plan to stop a Russian invasion of Europe.
US ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle resigns
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that his administration was "looking at" firing Guilfoyle and that they were "not happy" with the situation.
White House asks ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle to resign
US President Donald Trump said on Monday that his administration was "looking at" firing Guilfoyle and that they were "not happy" with the situation.