Thousands of people protested in Orléans, France, against the far-right National Rally party as its leader Marine Le Pen officially started her presidential campaign during the party’s two-day congress. Local officials set up special security to manage the demonstrations happening at the same time.
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Marine Le Pen, far-right candidate, launched her presidential campaign in Orléans during a National Rally congress.
The congress is a two-day event with thousands of party supporters expected.
Large anti-far-right protests took place in Orléans simultaneously.
Local authorities implemented extra security measures to maintain order during the protests.
The protests were specifically against the National Rally’s congress and what the party represents.
This event is part of wider political activity and demonstrations in France.
The coverage included video reports and public reactions from various parts of France.
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Thousands of people in France are protesting again about the high cost of living. Police are prepared to manage the demonstrations, and some museums and shops in Paris have closed or boarded up for safety.
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Protests are happening across France over the high cost of living.
The protests started with high school students upset about poor conditions and lack of resources.
Police used tear gas to break up a small protest in Lyon, where protests are officially banned.
More than 500,000 people took part in last weekend’s protests.
Security has been increased in many cities to prevent violence.
In Paris, famous museums like the Louvre are closed during protests.
Many luxury shops in Paris have boarded up windows due to past looting.
Government and police are working to avoid violent clashes during the protests.
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Mohammed Al-Obaiyat, a Palestinian man, has lived in his home in the West Bank since before Israel occupied the area. He is now facing attacks from armed Israeli settlers nearby and has been ordered by Israeli forces to leave his home within weeks.
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Mohammed Al-Obaiyat has lived in his home since before Israel occupied the West Bank.
His village, Umm Safa, is surrounded by Israeli settlements.
Armed Israeli settlers have tried to enter his home.
Israeli forces have issued a demolition order for his house.
Al-Obaiyat has been told to leave his home within a few weeks.
The situation is part of ongoing tensions between Palestinians and nearby Israeli settlements.
The West Bank is a territory occupied by Israel since 1967.
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Aston Martin has faced several challenges in recent years, including financial issues, production delays, and leadership changes. The new CEO, Adrian Hallmark, is working to stabilize the company by cutting costs and setting new sales targets to ensure the business becomes profitable by 2027.
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Aston Martin has changed CEOs three times since 2020.
Adrian Hallmark became CEO in September 2024 after leading Bentley Motors.
The company invested nearly $3 billion over six years, expecting to sell 10,000 cars yearly.
Hallmark aims to make the business profitable with just 6,000 to 6,500 cars sold per year.
Significant layoffs and restructuring have taken place to reduce costs.
Aston Martin expects to be profitable and generating cash in the second half of 2024 and fully profitable by 2027.
New products include the powerful Valen supercar, AMB 002 motorcycle (made with Brough Superior), and updated DBX GT SUV.
The company launched a new bespoke customization center in London called Aston Martin Q.
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FIFA President Gianni Infantino denied considering resignation after abandoning a controversial commercial proposal, saying he has strong support from football associations worldwide. He seeks a fourth term as FIFA president, with backing from Asia and Africa, despite criticism from some European associations.
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Gianni Infantino is the president of FIFA, the global soccer organization.
He faced calls to resign after dropping the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) plan, which involved private investment in FIFA competitions’ commercial rights.
Infantino said he has support from 211 member associations globally.
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) and African countries have endorsed Infantino for a fourth term.
Some European football associations, including Germany and England, oppose him due to the FFE issue.
UEFA (Europe) and CONCACAF (North and Central America and the Caribbean) criticized the FFE proposal earlier.
Infantino apologized for the handling of the FFE plan during a FIFA Council meeting.
He stated that all member associations will vote to decide FIFA’s next president by November 18.
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The U.S. Department of Justice sent letters to election officials in all California counties asking them to find possible noncitizens registered to vote. The DOJ warned that counties might face federal investigation if they do not provide the requested information.
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The DOJ sent letters to every county in California.
The letters asked election officials to identify possible noncitizens on voter lists.
The DOJ warned about the risk of federal scrutiny for counties that do not comply.
This action aims to check the accuracy of voter rolls.
The request was reported by The New York Times.
The focus is on securing voting processes in California.
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Historian Andrew Smith explains that France faces a challenge where police action and political blaming cannot replace real social change and building public trust. He says many protests happen because people’s concerns are not being properly addressed by the government.
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Andrew Smith is a historian who studies modern France at Queen Mary University of London.
He says police cannot create social unity or solve political problems by force alone.
France currently has large protests, with about 500,000 people taking to the streets.
The protests reflect deep social and political tensions in the country.
The French government has means to keep order but struggles to address people’s demands.
The unrest involves students, workers, and other groups upset by economic and political issues.
President Emmanuel Macron has met with student union leaders amid ongoing protests.
France recently faced violent incidents, including a shooting near Paris.
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Iran’s armed forces said they are ready to attack U.S. warships if they come close, while President Donald Trump said the U.S. is still deciding whether to launch new attacks on Iran or continue pressuring the country with sanctions and a naval blockade. Tensions remain high in the region, with recent attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz and ongoing conflicts involving Iran, Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Israel, and Lebanon.
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Iran’s military warned they will fire on any U.S. warships approaching their territorial waters.
President Trump mentioned the possibility of “another Epic Fury,” referring to large-scale attacks on Iran.
The U.S. is debating whether to end the conflict with big attacks or maintain pressure through blockades and sanctions.
Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said several oil tankers were attacked or hit mines near the Strait of Hormuz.
The conflict has caused oil prices to rise, with Brent crude reaching about $117 per barrel.
Iran-linked Houthis in Yemen have continued attacks against Saudi Arabia, targeting airports and oilfields.
Israel has increased military actions in the occupied West Bank and southern Lebanon amid rising violence.
Iran reportedly has a “dead hand” policy to continue attacks if senior leaders are assassinated again.
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In 2019, the Metropolitan Police in London received a letter with claims against Meghan, Duchess of Sussex's father, Thomas Markle. The letter was passed to Meghan and Prince Harry's office, and the police are now reviewing how they handled the matter after new reports of an investigation in the Philippines involving Thomas Markle.
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The Metropolitan Police got a letter in 2019 with allegations about Thomas Markle.
The police shared the letter with Meghan and Prince Harry’s office but did not inform other agencies.
Thomas Markle is being investigated in the Philippines for alleged possession of child sexual abuse materials.
The allegations reportedly came from Thomas Markle’s son, Thomas Markle Jr.
Meghan said she has known about the allegations since 2018 and shared them with UK authorities.
Meghan has kept her distance from her father to protect her children.
The Metropolitan Police will review how they handled the 2019 letter and may involve the police watchdog.
Thomas Markle denies the allegations against him.
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King Abdullah of Jordan has ordered a strong response after attackers shot people at a Greek Orthodox church in Karak, killing eight and injuring 40. Jordan has increased security nationwide and is searching for those responsible, while observing three days of national mourning.
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The attack happened during a funeral service at St George’s Greek Orthodox Church in Karak, about 75 miles southwest of Amman.
Eight people died and 40 were wounded in the shooting.
Jordanian authorities called the event an act of extremist terrorism.
King Abdullah visited Karak after the attack and promised to punish the attackers harshly.
The government has increased security at malls, embassies, and other locations across Jordan.
The attackers have not yet been captured, and it is unclear if they are linked to known extremist groups.
Jordan is a U.S. ally in fighting violent armed groups in the region.
Karak has a minority Christian population, and Jordan hosts important biblical sites visited by pilgrims.
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A fitness enthusiast and teacher noticed weakness and muscle loss in her hands over several months. After many tests and treatments, she was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), a serious disease that affects muscle control.
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The woman first felt unusual weakness in her right hand in July last year.
Symptoms worsened to affect both hands, causing difficulty with gripping, buttoning clothes, and other fine motor tasks.
Muscle loss and twitching appeared in her hands and arms.
Tests showed compression in her neck spine, leading to surgery in April 2026 to relieve pressure.
Despite surgery, her symptoms continued to worsen over the summer.
She developed difficulty swallowing solid food, sometimes choking.
Neurologists ran multiple tests before confirming the ALS diagnosis in August.
ALS is a disease that causes muscles to weaken and waste away, but the mind remains aware.
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President Donald Trump has been holding campaign rallies in several states, including Iowa, Kansas, and Florida. Meanwhile, Democratic leaders, including former President Barack Obama and Vice President Kamala Harris, plan to campaign in important states like Ohio, Michigan, and others before the midterm elections.
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President Trump has campaigned in states such as Iowa, Kansas, and Florida this week.
Democrats are organizing a large set of campaign events on Saturday before Election Day.
Former President Barack Obama will visit Cleveland, Ohio, and Detroit, Michigan, to support Democratic candidates.
Vice President Kamala Harris is also scheduled to campaign in battleground states.
The rallies and campaign events are part of efforts by both parties to gain voter support ahead of the midterm elections.
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A growing El Niño weather pattern may cause serious problems with food supplies around the world. This could lead to millions of more people facing hunger, and in some places, hunger might become a famine, which means widespread, severe food shortages.
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El Niño is a weather event that causes changes in ocean temperatures and weather patterns.
It can disrupt rain and growing seasons, leading to poor crop harvests.
A strong El Niño often causes droughts or floods in different parts of the world.
These weather changes can reduce food production and increase food prices.
Millions of people who are already vulnerable to hunger might be affected more severely.
In some regions, food shortages caused by El Niño might worsen into famine conditions.
Governments and aid groups are monitoring the situation to help reduce the impact on food supplies.
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France is preparing for more protests following recent unrest. The country has imposed curfews as tensions rise, and other major global events are also covered in this broadcast.
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France is expecting more protests and has set curfews to control the situation.
The protests have taken a violent turn in some areas.
The CBS Saturday Morning broadcast covered multiple topics, including political campaigns for the 2026 U.S. midterm elections.
Issues like immigration in Texas and economic struggles are motivating voters.
There was coverage of international events, such as storms in East Asia and concerns about the West Bank.
Police body camera footage showed the shooting of a 1-year-old child in the U.S.
Other stories discussed included health initiatives, AI technology in medicine, and cultural events like Comic Con.
The program also highlighted updates on the search for Amelia Earhart’s plane and various legal cases around the world.
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Republican commentator Scott Jennings criticized Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign for using a political ad that features the mother of his opponent, Amy Acton. The ad calls Acton a liar, and Ramaswamy’s campaign is spending $4 million to show it across Ohio.
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Vivek Ramaswamy is running for governor of Ohio as a Republican.
Ramaswamy’s campaign released an ad showing Amy Acton’s mother, Donna Arthur.
In the ad, Donna Arthur accuses her daughter Amy Acton, the Democratic candidate, of being a liar.
The ad has caused controversy and criticism.
Scott Jennings, a Republican commentator, said the ad shows poor political tactics.
Ramaswamy’s campaign is spending $4 million to air this ad statewide in Ohio.
Amy Acton is the Democratic candidate for governor in Ohio.
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President Trump has endorsed Benjamin Netanyahu in the upcoming Israeli election, but some of his advisers believe opportunities exist if another leader takes power. Trump’s team is divided, and the election results could affect U.S.-Israel relations and Trump’s Middle East policies.
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President Trump officially supports Netanyahu in the Israeli election on Tuesday.
Some Trump advisers think a government led by someone else could still work with Trump’s Middle East plans.
Trump and Netanyahu have a close, sometimes difficult, relationship; Trump describes him as "the devil he knows."
Vice President Vance and some top aides oppose Trump’s endorsement and prefer to avoid involvement in foreign elections.
Trump’s advisers have grown frustrated with Netanyahu on issues like Gaza peace plans and Syria military actions.
Trump’s Middle East goals include a Gaza peace plan, deals involving Lebanon and Syria, and a historic peace agreement between Israel and Saudi Arabia.
The election outcome may influence whether Trump supports another military operation against Iran.
Some U.S. officials believe a new Israeli government without Netanyahu’s far-right partners might be easier to work with.
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The Metropolitan Police confirmed in 2019 they received a letter about allegations of child sexual abuse involving the Duchess of Sussex’s father, Thomas Markle Sr. The police shared this information with the Duke and Duchess’s office but did not notify other law enforcement agencies. Meghan Markle expressed distress over the allegations and stated she cut contact with her father to protect her children.
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In January 2019, the Metropolitan Police received a letter with allegations about Thomas Markle Sr involving child sexual abuse images.
The police passed the letter to the office of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex but did not share it with other law enforcement agencies.
Meghan Markle was informed in 2019 about the allegations through the Metropolitan Police.
Meghan stated she broke off contact with her father to protect her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet.
Thomas Markle Sr denies the allegations, calling them false.
The Metropolitan Police are reviewing their handling of the case and may ask the Independent Office for Police Conduct to investigate.
Meghan’s half-brother, Thomas Markle Jr, claimed to have found thousands of abusive images at their father’s former home in the Philippines and reported this to local police and the FBI.
Meghan and Prince Harry recently moved back to the UK from the US.
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U.S. intelligence says Iran is close to carrying out attacks on American people abroad. This has caused the U.S. to reduce staff and raise alerts at its embassies in the Middle East while tensions rise with a possible new military action involving the U.S. and Israel against Iran.
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U.S. intelligence reports that Iran is planning to target U.S. personnel overseas with attacks in advanced stages.
The warning was given in a memo from the U.S. Director of National Intelligence to the Secretary of State.
Threats include targeting U.S. officials in the Middle East and Europe, with some Iranian agents reportedly active inside the U.S.
The U.S. government has not publicly detailed all evidence but confirms the intelligence as authentic.
The risk to U.S. citizens in the Middle East is the highest since the start of the U.S.-Israel campaign against Iran in February.
The U.S. has reduced diplomatic staff in Saudi Arabia, UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Jordan, and Lebanon because of the threat.
Threats also come from Iran-backed Houthis attacking Saudi infrastructure.
Iran has not publicly responded to the U.S. allegations.
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The Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a lawsuit in Alaska to block the certification of the Senate election results if the incumbent Senator Dan S. Sullivan loses by fewer votes than an independent candidate with a similar name. A rival legal group and Alaska voters responded by asking the court to dismiss the DOJ's case, saying it overreaches and harms voters’ rights.
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The DOJ wants the Alaska Senate election results blocked unless Senator Dan S. Sullivan wins or loses by more votes than Daniel J. Sullivan, an independent candidate.
The DOJ claims Daniel J. Sullivan’s run is meant to confuse voters and help Democrat Mary Peltola win.
Alaska’s highest court ruled both Sullivans can stay on the ballot.
The rival lawsuit was filed by two Alaska voters, the League of Women Voters of Alaska, and Common Cause.
The rival lawsuit alleges the DOJ’s case is overly broad and violates state control over elections.
The rival filing says the DOJ’s lawsuit could take away people’s right to vote if allowed.
It suggests the court should consider penalties against the DOJ lawyers, calling the lawsuit baseless.
The rival lawsuit states the DOJ’s case was filed because of President Donald Trump’s influence.
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Israeli soldiers destroyed a neighborhood in Hebron, forcing around 1,500 Palestinians from their homes after a militant attack on an Israeli military checkpoint nearby. The demolitions followed the killing of two Israeli soldiers in the attack and were described as a response by Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich.
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Israeli troops leveled about 35 hectares (86 acres) in the Ein Deir Baha district of Hebron.
Around 1,500 Palestinians, including 300 families, were evicted from their homes.
The demolitions happened after two gunmen attacked an Israeli checkpoint, killing two soldiers and injuring three.
The city of Hebron, with 250,000 residents, was sealed off with checkpoints on every entry point.
Israeli leaders Netanyahu and Smotrich visited the site, promising a strong response.
Smotrich ordered immediate demolition of homes near the attack site and called for a larger military campaign.
Palestinians report that many families affected had no connection to the attack and see it as collective punishment.
The Hebron municipality opened community centers to shelter some displaced families.
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