France: Government suspends stun grenade use in school protests
France 24 •

France: Government suspends stun grenade use in school protests

France has suspended police use of stun grenades at high school demonstrations, the interior minister announced, amid growing allegations of police brutality after two weeks of protests marked by frequent violent clashes that have left hundreds injured.France has suspended police use of stun grenades at high school demonstrations, the interior minister announced, amid growing allegations of police...

South Dakota biofuels CEO donates 20.5 acres to expand park drawing 200,000 visitors yearly

South Dakota biofuels CEO donates 20.5 acres to expand park drawing 200,000 visitors yearly

Times of India •

Jeff and Tammie Broin have announced their donation of 20.5 acres to Sioux Falls. This land will be added to Great Bear Recreation Park for conservation. Currently, there are no immediate plans for recreational facilities on the new land. The donation also requires approval from the Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation Board and City Council. This gift aligns with community goals for enhanced outdoor ...

Over 500 French schools shut down amid violent student protests

Over 500 French schools shut down amid violent student protests

NBC News •

Nationwide protests in France have shut down or disrupted more than 500 schools as students demand better learning conditions and changes to the education system. NBC News’ Richard Engel reports on what protesters are demanding from the government.

Howard Hughes' 30,000-acre Las Vegas land buy for $3 an acre eventually became Summerlin

Howard Hughes' 30,000-acre Las Vegas land buy for $3 an acre eventually became Summerlin

Times of India •

In 1952, Howard Hughes embarked on a visionary project by purchasing 30,000 acres of barren land in Las Vegas, aiming for development. It wasn't until 1988 that plans for Summerlin came to life, culminating in construction that began in 1990, highlighting its residential beginnings. Today, Summerlin has blossomed into a vibrant community spanning 22,500 acres, hosting over 130,000 residents along ...

France halts use of stun grenades in policing of student protests

France halts use of stun grenades in policing of student protests

SCMP •

The French government said on Wednesday it was pausing the use of stun grenades in its policing of student protests, after a 15-year-old boy’s hand was blown off during a clash with riot police, fuelling protesters’ accusations of police brutality. Protests showed no sign of easing, with more than 500 schools closed a day after demonstrations swept across the country, and unions representing high-...

Republican Ken Paxton reportedly blames Iran war and high gas prices for campaign struggles as Trump heads to Texas – live

Republican Ken Paxton reportedly blames Iran war and high gas prices for campaign struggles as Trump heads to Texas – live

The Guardian •

Leaked audio reveals Texas attorney general telling fundraiser that affordability is his campaign’s biggest problem; Trump due to speak in Texas on WednesdayCalifornia to ‘actively monitor’ possible threats after Trump said Iran could ‘take out’ LA and San DiegoSign up for the Breaking News US emailTonight, we’ll have another set of midterm debates. In Iowa, we’ll see the Republican nominee for US...

Tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz highest in a week since Iran war began: Report

Tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz highest in a week since Iran war began: Report

Times of India •

Last week, attacks on tankers in the Strait of Hormuz reached a high level of activity. There were at least twelve incidents reported involving various types of vessels. This surge coincides with Gulf producers increasing their oil exports significantly. The International Maritime Organisation also reported nine separate incidents during the same timeframe. Overall, these developments cast doubts ...

Ex-Barclays traders jailed for rigging interest rates have convictions quashed

Ex-Barclays traders jailed for rigging interest rates have convictions quashed

The Guardian •

Acquittals of five former bankers come year after supreme court overturned ruling against City trader Tom HayesFive more former traders who were jailed for rigging interest rates have had their convictions quashed by the court of appeal in London, after a long battle to clear their names.The court overturned the convictions of Jay Vijay Merchant, Jonathan Mathew, Philippe Moryoussef, Alex Pabon an...

All hail the Kult of Kemi – captain, coach and owner of the Conservatives | John Crace

All hail the Kult of Kemi – captain, coach and owner of the Conservatives | John Crace

The Guardian •

The Tory leader is now too big for the party to allow her to fail, so everything she does is acclaimed a work of geniusWhere’s AI slop when you need it? It could all have been so much simpler. Just ask ChatGPT to write me a leader’s speech in the style of Kemi Badenoch. Make it an hour and 10 minutes long, so plenty of room for padding. Go heavy on the slogans, cliches and the obligatory crap poli...

Artists including Noel Gallagher show support for Garvaghy Road residents

Artists including Noel Gallagher show support for Garvaghy Road residents

The Guardian •

Actors and musicians sign open letter urging government to protect residents amid impasse over Drumcree paradeDozens of artists, actors and musicians including Susan Sarandon and Noel Gallagher have expressed support for Garvaghy Road residents in the impasse over the Drumcree parade in Northern Ireland.In an open letter to the secretary of state, Chris Bryant, they urged the government to protect...

Christa Pike’s lawyers hold press conference after she regains consciousness in hospital – latest updates

Christa Pike’s lawyers hold press conference after she regains consciousness in hospital – latest updates

The Guardian •

Tennessee prisoner awake and speaking after surviving state’s attempt to execute her last WednesdayChrista Pike is conscious and speaking after botched execution attempt, lawyers sayOn September 30, Christa Pike, who was set to be the first woman executed in Tennessee in more than 200 years, survived two doses of pentobarbital, a sedatative.Witnesses to the attempt to execute Pike described how th...