Police are searching for Anthony Lloyd, a prisoner who escaped from a medical facility in Lewisham, south-east London, shortly after 4 p.m. on Friday. Police say he may pose a risk to himself and the public and ask anyone who sees him not to approach, but to call 999.
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Lloyd forced his way out of a health unit in Lewisham, according to the Metropolitan Police.
Police said he was last seen heading toward Catford at about 4:10 p.m. Friday.
Lloyd is 38, about 5 feet 8 inches tall, of medium build, with short dark hair.
When last seen, he wore a grey-blue T-shirt, black tracksuit bottoms and white trainers.
Police said he could be anywhere in London and has links to several areas, including Surrey, Sussex and Nottinghamshire.
Lloyd was convicted in 2025 of actual bodily harm over an incident involving three emergency services workers and received a 12-month custodial sentence.
He was transferred to the Lewisham medical facility in September.
Police ask anyone with information to call 999 and quote reference CAD4739/23Oct.
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Hundreds of thousands of people marched across cities in France to support students demanding better school conditions and to protest heavy police actions. While most protests were peaceful, some clashes happened between masked groups and police, leading to the use of teargas and stun grenades.
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At least 400,000 people participated in protests across France, with government estimates at 110,000 in Paris alone.
The protests began over poor school conditions, like staff shortages and broken buildings, involving mainly high school students.
Demonstrations also expressed anger at high living costs and strong police presence aimed at stopping protests.
Police in several cities used teargas, water cannon, and stun grenades to control some violent incidents.
Some people set fires and threw bottles and stones at police during the protests.
More than 70,000 police were deployed, with many shops boarded up and museums closed.
Protesters included groups such as trade unions, parents, teachers, and some from the 2018-2019 "gilets jaunes" movement.
The government had banned some protests it called "illegitimate," sparking more anger among demonstrators.
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Yemen’s Houthi rebels said they attacked oil facilities and airports in Saudi Arabia on October 24, 2026. The Saudi-led coalition said it destroyed some missiles fired by the Houthis, but there was no immediate confirmation of damage or casualties.
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The Houthis claimed to target key sites including King Khalid International Airport, oil facilities in Yanbu and Rabigh, and airports in Dammam and Najran.
They also said they attacked military sites and coast guard buildings in the Yemeni port city of Aden.
The Saudi-led coalition said it destroyed two Houthi missiles fired toward Yanbu and Taif.
Saudi Arabia’s Civil Defense briefly warned residents in Taif, Yanbu, Mecca, and Jeddah of possible danger but later said the threat had passed.
These attacks ended a 2022 truce that had largely stopped cross-border fighting between the Houthis and the Saudi-led coalition.
The conflict is part of a larger regional tension involving Iran, which supports the Houthis, and Saudi Arabia, backed by the coalition.
The Houthis warned airlines not to use most of Saudi airspace, except above the holy cities Mecca and Medina.
There was no immediate response from Saudi authorities to confirm the extent of the attacks or damages.
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Protests against the high cost of living took place across France on Saturday, October 24, 2026. France’s Interior Ministry estimated that at least 410,000 people rallied, while another reported estimate put attendance near 800,000; Paris remained largely calm, but clashes broke out in other cities.
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The Interior Ministry estimated at least 410,000 protesters nationwide.
The ministry counted 110,000 demonstrators in Paris.
Another reported estimate put the nationwide turnout near 800,000 and the Paris turnout at 250,000.
The protests opposed the high cost of living.
Paris remained largely calm during the day.
Clashes broke out in other cities after protesters tried to enter areas where demonstrations were not authorised.
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Ukraine announced that its Starlink and Starshield satellite internet systems are fully working again after a week of slow speeds and disruptions. Ukrainian officials said this restoration is important for their military operations near the conflict zones with Russia.
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Ukraine's satellite internet system, Starlink and Starshield, faced speed restrictions for more than a week.
The Ukrainian Defense Ministry confirmed the systems are now fully operational with fast, stable connections.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked President Donald Trump and U.S. officials for help to restore the system.
The U.S. government and SpaceX own and control Starshield; Starlink is a commercial service by SpaceX.
Elon Musk said any speed limits on the system are decided by the U.S. military and President Trump.
Slowed satellite internet affected Ukraine’s military, including drone use and communications near Russian-controlled areas.
Russia recently launched attacks in Ukraine, including a deadly strike in Zaporizhzhia killing 20 people.
President Trump denied any U.S. involvement in slowing down the satellite services.
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German police arrested an 18-year-old man accused of encouraging a 14-year-old girl from the U.S. to harm herself and ultimately hang herself. The arrest followed information shared by the FBI and local U.S. police, linked to an online group that promotes violence and self-harm.
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The suspect was arrested in Hamburg, Germany, after a tip from the FBI.
The victim was a 14-year-old girl from Indiana, U.S.
The suspect was part of an online group called "Nefarious Maniac Kult" (NMK), linked to a wider network called "764" or "COM".
The suspect pressured the girl on Discord, a messaging app, to harm herself and make videos.
The girl wrote "NMK" on a wall with her blood and sent videos to the suspect.
A few days later, the girl died by hanging herself in her bedroom.
The suspect wanted a video of her death to gain status in the group.
The FBI says cases involving this group, linked to violent internet extremism, have increased by 300% recently.
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Israeli forces have demolished homes and businesses in the West Bank city of Hebron, displacing hundreds of Palestinian families. This operation began after two Israeli soldiers were killed in a shooting attack, and it involves restricting movement in the city and destroying buildings linked to the attackers.
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The Israeli military targeted Hebron following an attack in which two soldiers were killed and three were injured.
Israeli forces demolished homes, businesses, and infrastructure, displacing about 200 families, with local officials estimating 2,500 people affected.
The city of Hebron, with 200,000 residents, has been partly blocked off to control movement during the operation.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered the demolition of buildings around the attack site and neighborhoods of the attackers.
This demolition practice is common in response to attacks but has been criticized as collective punishment.
Netanyahu announced plans for a large military operation in the West Bank, the largest since 1967, but did not specify its timing.
The operation happened just days before Israel’s general election, during which Netanyahu emphasized security as a campaign focus.
The Palestinian Authority called for international intervention to stop the displacement of Palestinians.
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Israel has started demolishing homes in the West Bank city of Hebron, causing around 1,200 Palestinians to leave their houses. The Palestinian Authority wants other countries to pressure Israel to stop these actions after a recent attack that killed two Israeli soldiers.
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Israel began demolitions in Hebron, West Bank.
About 1,200 Palestinians were forced to leave their homes.
An additional 1,300 Palestinians might also have to leave.
The demolitions followed an attack that killed two Israeli soldiers.
The Palestinian Authority is calling for international pressure on Israel.
The incident took place shortly before Israeli elections.
Hebron's municipality reported on the number of people affected.
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Protests over the rising cost of living have erupted again in Milan, Italy, with soldiers deployed to maintain order. The government plans to send 500 more soldiers and introduce stricter penalties for minors, who make up many of the violent protesters.
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Protests in Milan continue due to the high cost of living.
Soldiers patrol the city with military vehicles and water cannons.
Luxury shops have boarded up to protect from damage.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced sending 500 additional soldiers.
Authorities want tougher punishments for minors involved in protests.
Police say many violent protesters are underage.
Surveillance helicopters monitor the main square, Piazza del Duomo.
Some tourists may leave the city center if violence happens again.
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Around 70,000 police officers are being deployed across France to manage protests planned by the “Yellow Vests” movement, trade unions, and students. These groups will march to demand better study conditions and higher purchasing power, following recent unrest involving looting and vandalism.
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A large protest involving the “Yellow Vests,” trade unions, and students is planned across France.
The protests focus on study conditions and purchasing power issues.
Authorities expect potential looting and vandalism like last weekend’s unrest.
70,000 police officers will be deployed nationwide to maintain order.
The protests and police response are happening under the government of President Emmanuel Macron.
Some protest routes have been changed at the last minute by organizers.
Police have used tear gas at earlier demonstrations during this protest period.
Similar protests have taken place in various French cities, including Paris and Orléans.
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On Saturday, hundreds of thousands of people protested across France against issues related to the cost of living and public services. Police used tear gas during clashes in several cities, including Paris, where tens of thousands took part.
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About 410,000 people protested across France on Saturday, according to the Interior Ministry.
In Paris, around 110,000 demonstrators took part, with union estimates of 250,000 nationwide and 800,000 overall.
The protests focused on financial struggles and defending public services.
The number of protesters was slightly lower than the previous week’s 550,000.
Clashes occurred in multiple cities: Paris, Lyon, Rennes, Nantes, Bordeaux, Nice, and Marseille.
Police responded with tear gas to control the demonstrations.
Around 70,000 police officers were deployed across the country to manage the protests.
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More than 400,000 people protested across France, including 110,000 in Paris, over issues like school funding and rising living costs. The protests led to clashes with police, arrests, and use of tear gas and water cannons, challenging President Emmanuel Macron's government weeks before the next presidential election.
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About 410,000 people protested nationwide, with 110,000 in Paris.
Protests focused on school funding shortages, living expenses, and wages.
Police used tear gas and water cannons to manage some violent protests.
At least 64 people were arrested, including six minors.
Protests spread from a local school staff shortage to a nationwide movement.
The government deployed up to 70,000 security officers for crowd control.
Teachers and students joined the protests, demanding better education and policies.
The far-right National Rally party urged voters to use the protest anger in their favor for upcoming elections.
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About 25,000 people protested in Madrid to support Spain’s state pension system before the general election next month. They are worried that changes to the pension system might happen depending on which party wins, amid pressures like an aging population and fewer workers per pensioner.
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Around 25,000 protesters marched through Madrid supporting the state pension scheme.
The protest comes before Spain’s general election next month.
The pension system faces challenges due to an aging population, low birth rates, and more pensioners compared to workers.
Spain’s monthly pension spending reached a record 14.5 billion euros ($16.2 billion) this year.
Protesters want pensions to be linked to inflation and to close the gender pension gap.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said the right-wing Popular Party might weaken pension increases tied to inflation.
Popular Party leader Alberto Nunez Feijoo promises to keep pension increases in line with inflation if elected.
The current pension system depends more on state funding because of more pensioners and higher payments.
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Serbia is holding an early election where the leading politician, Aleksandar Vučić, who has led the country for 14 years, faces strong competition from a group of students. Vučić stepped down as president and is now running for prime minister.
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Serbia is conducting an early national election.
Aleksandar Vučić has been the most powerful leader in Serbia for 14 years.
Vučić recently ended his second term as president.
He is participating in the election as a candidate for prime minister.
For the first time, student groups are serious challengers in the election.
The election could change the political power balance in Serbia.
The media outlet Al Jazeera reported this news through journalist Nataša Kovačev.
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At least 135 people were arrested during protests across France, where tens of thousands demonstrated against high living costs and education funding. Police used tear gas and other measures to control violent clashes in multiple cities ahead of an NFL game in Paris, which is taking extra security precautions.
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Around 70,000 French police officers, including elite anti-terror units, were deployed nationwide.
Over 100,000 protesters gathered in Paris, with protests spreading to other cities like Lyon, Grenoble, Nantes, Marseille, Nice, and Orléans.
Police confiscated weapons such as pistols, Molotov cocktails, fireworks, and iron bars from some protesters.
Tear gas and water cannons were used to disperse violent crowds in several cities.
The protests began with student and trade union groups and expanded, leading to violence and looting.
A racially motivated drive-by shooting near Paris happened the day before the protests.
The U.S. embassy advised Americans in Paris to avoid crowded areas during the protests.
NFL players and organizers confirmed heightened security for the Paris game between the Pittsburgh Steelers and New Orleans Saints.
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Ukraine has restored its Starlink satellite internet speeds to normal after more than a week of disruptions, improving military communication and drone operations near the front lines. This restoration follows diplomatic talks involving the U.S., Ukraine, and Russia aimed at reducing the conflict and includes a localized ceasefire in southern Ukraine.
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Ukraine's Starlink and Starshield satellite internet speeds were lowered for over a week, affecting frontline operations.
The speeds returned to normal by Saturday morning, as confirmed by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Starshield is SpaceX’s military-grade version of Starlink, crucial for Ukrainian drone control and communications.
A new diplomatic push by the U.S. led Russia to agree to peace talks with Ukraine and Washington next month.
A localized ceasefire was arranged near the town of Oleshky in Ukraine’s Kherson region, brokered by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump.
There is uncertainty and debate about who ordered the Starlink service restrictions, with denials from several U.S. officials.
Meanwhile, Ukrainian forces attacked Russian targets, including a chemical plant in Tolyatti and an electronics plant in Oryol, causing casualties.
Russian-controlled Crimea experienced power outages after Ukrainian attacks, and missile strikes wounded civilians in Kharkiv region.
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Recent protests in France have led to widespread violence, with many businesses damaged or destroyed. The article discusses these events and comments on political views related to them.
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Large protests happened in France last week.
During these protests, thousands of businesses were looted and burned.
The protests involved chaotic actions from some groups.
The violent events caused serious damage in Paris and other parts of Europe.
The article mentions disagreements over how to understand these protests.
It references political figures like Ro Khanna and JD Vance in relation to the events.
The article suggests that some views on the protests are mistaken.
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Adolf Hitler's mountain retreat, called the Eagle's Nest or Kehlsteinhaus, caught fire on Friday night. A 33-year-old man was arrested by police, and the historic site was mostly destroyed.
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The Eagle's Nest is located above the town of Berchtesgaden in Germany.
It was used by Adolf Hitler and his group during World War Two.
The site was also used in propaganda films to show Hitler as a nature lover.
The fire happened on Friday night and spread quickly.
Police arrested a 33-year-old man in connection with the fire.
Local media said the building was largely destroyed by the fire.
Authorities asked the public to stay away from the area after the fire.
The Eagle's Nest is a well-known historical site linked to Nazi Germany.
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Film critic Matt Singer says early 2000s comedy movies were very popular and important for Hollywood. His new book "Funny Business" talks about the rise of the "Frat Pack" group of comedy films from that time.
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Matt Singer is a film critic who studies movies and shares his opinions.
He calls the early 2000s a golden age for comedy movies.
Singer wrote a book titled "Funny Business."
The book focuses on the "Frat Pack" genre, groups of comedy films from the early 2000s.
The content was shared during a CBS News segment.
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Israeli forces have imposed a lockdown on Hebron and displaced over 2,000 Palestinians during raids in the West Bank after two Israeli soldiers were killed. The Palestinian Authority called for international help, criticizing the home demolitions and forced removals as collective punishment.
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Over 2,200 Palestinians were forced from their homes in Hebron due to Israeli military operations.
The raids and lockdown followed an attack where two Israeli soldiers and two Palestinians were killed.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ordered a full lockdown of the West Bank after the incident.
The Israeli military conducted raids in at least 15 locations across the West Bank, including Jenin, Nablus, Ramallah, and Bethlehem.
Around 70 Palestinians have been arrested during these raids.
The Palestinian Authority described Israel’s actions as collective punishment and asked for international intervention.
Hebron’s population is about 200,000 in the city and 600,000 in the surrounding governorate, all currently under siege with movement restrictions.
Israeli forces demolished homes and vehicles in Hebron as part of the operation, limiting residents' ability to leave or enter the city.
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