‘I’m alive’: Paris street medic isn’t dead, despite viral claims he was killed by police
France 24 •

‘I’m alive’: Paris street medic isn’t dead, despite viral claims he was killed by police

A video showing French riot police violently beating a 26-year-old street medic in Paris has gone viral, with social media users falsely claiming he died from his injuries. But the street medic is alive, and spoke to FRANCE 24. The rumour was fuelled by confusion with a separate incident that same day: a man died of cardiac arrest in the same area, causing online users to conflate the two events. ...

Helen Haines live updates: Sister of slain UK MP Jo Cox urges Australians to find ‘common ground’; alleged Haines attacker to face court

Helen Haines live updates: Sister of slain UK MP Jo Cox urges Australians to find ‘common ground’; alleged Haines attacker to face court

The Guardian •

Follow the day’s news live.Deeply appalled’: politicians condemn alleged attack after Helen Haines critically injuredHelen Haines, the principled MP respected across parliamentThe sister of murdered UK MP Jo Cox has said the attack on Australian MP Dr Helen Haines could be a moment for Australia to “find common ground” and change the way politics is practised in this country.Cox was killed in 2016...

Trump suggests he could be ‘arbitrator’ in DoJ anti-fraud whistleblower scheme

Trump suggests he could be ‘arbitrator’ in DoJ anti-fraud whistleblower scheme

The Guardian •

President makes suggestion while announcing new program to reward tipsters who submit fraud allegationsDonald Trump suggested on Tuesday that he would serve as “the arbitrator” of decisions in the justice department’s new anti-fraud program that awards compensation to those who submit tips resulting in conviction or significant federal enforcement.While announcing the new program alongside JD Vanc...

Steve Buscemi returned to firefighting after 9/11 and backed a charity for his former colleagues

Steve Buscemi returned to firefighting after 9/11 and backed a charity for his former colleagues

Times of India •

Steve Buscemi, who once served in the New York City Fire Department, stepped up to assist at Ground Zero in the wake of 9/11. This selfless act highlighted the emotional toll on first responders. He subsequently became involved with Friends of Firefighters, a nonprofit that offers crucial mental health support, not just for firefighters but also their families, ensuring privacy.

A DB Cooper ransom bill found in 1980 sold for $134,200 at auction in 2026

A DB Cooper ransom bill found in 1980 sold for $134,200 at auction in 2026

Times of India •

A fragment of a D.B. Cooper hijacking banknote fetched an impressive $134,200 at a Dallas auction. This particular note was part of the $200,000 ransom paid to the infamous hijacker back in 1971. Interestingly, in 1980, a young boy came across a piece of this ransom money at Tena Bar, which was later confirmed as authentic by the FBI.

Trump campaigning in Republican strongholds amid slide in polls

Trump campaigning in Republican strongholds amid slide in polls

France 24 •

With the midterm elections fast approaching, US President Donald Trump is stumping for candidates in states that he won by double digits in 2024. Despite what he says, it’s a sign of what Trump and the Republican party are fearing: with polls showing GOP support slip drastically even in some deep red states. FRANCE 24's Monte Francis has more.

Italy sends troops, toughens security laws after Milan clashes

Italy sends troops, toughens security laws after Milan clashes

France 24 •

Italy on Tuesday approved the deployment of 500 troops to Milan after violent clashes as fuel price protests hit pasta production and food deliveries in southern Italy. A cabinet meeting on Tuesday also approved a series of security measures, including making the detention of minors easier and introducing the crime of "violent participation in a demonstration". FRANCE 24's Seema Gupta reports from...

United Airlines CEO faces rightwing backlash after calling for US wealth tax

United Airlines CEO faces rightwing backlash after calling for US wealth tax

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Scott Kirby says wealth inequality is a ‘danger to society’ and calls for inheritance tax in recent interviewScott Kirby, the CEO of United Airlines, is under scrutiny from conservative politicians and commentators for saying wealth inequality is a “danger to society” and calling for a national wealth and inheritance tax in a recent interview.Talking to the New York Times, Kirby was asked about th...

French PM vows 'massive' police deployment for new demonstrations

French PM vows 'massive' police deployment for new demonstrations

France 24 •

French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu on Tuesday vowed a "massive" police presence at fresh protests called for the coming weekend, as he faced criticism over the handling of recent street violence. The eurozone's second-largest economy was rocked on Saturday by some of its worst rioting in recent years, just six months before voters head to the polls to elect a successor to President Emmanuel M...

'Netanyahu is fighting for his political career', expert says a week ahead of crucial vote

'Netanyahu is fighting for his political career', expert says a week ahead of crucial vote

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu basked in Donald Trump's endorsement on Monday ahead of close-fought elections, airing a phone call in which the US president predicted he would win and suggested they may again attack Iran together. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky reports from Jerusalem. FRANCE 24's Mark Owen speaks with Simon Mabon, Professor of International Politics and Middle East Studie...