France is preparing for large protests on Saturday as the Yellow Vest movement joins ongoing student demonstrations. These protests bring together many groups, including teachers, workers, pensioners, and farmers, challenging the government.
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France has seen weeks of student protests before the planned Saturday demonstrations.
The Yellow Vest movement, active for eight years, is joining the students.
The Yellow Vests are asking teachers, workers, pensioners, and farmers to join the protests.
The call for protests spread mainly through social media.
The protests represent a wide range of people with different concerns.
The government faces a major challenge due to the larger and combined protests.
The original Yellow Vest protests were against President Emmanuel Macron.
The new protests could affect France’s social and political stability.
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The Palestinian Ministry of Health reports that malnutrition and starvation in Gaza have reached "catastrophic" levels, with at least 466 deaths since 2024. Despite a U.S.-brokered ceasefire helping aid enter Gaza, food shortages persist, affecting children, elderly, and pregnant women severely.
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At least 466 Palestinians have died from malnutrition and starvation since 2024, including one-third children.
Elderly Palestinians are the largest group affected, with 189 deaths linked to malnutrition.
About 11% of older people in Gaza skip meals, and 48% eat smaller portions to share food with families.
Around 74,200 children will need treatment for severe malnutrition by April 2027.
Anaemia among pregnant women increased to 61% in 2026, up from 41% before the war began in October 2023.
More than 1.4 million Palestinians (67% of Gaza’s population) face severe food insecurity until the end of 2026.
UNICEF warned that gains from the ceasefire risk being lost if aid supplies are disrupted.
Israel recently stopped commercial goods entering Gaza, blaming a tax dispute, while Palestinian authorities reject this claim.
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Italy has extended its suspension of the border-free travel rules with Spain for another week. This decision comes after a rise in migrants arriving in Ceuta, a Spanish city in North Africa. The interior ministers of Italy and Spain will meet soon to discuss ending the border controls.
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Italy suspended Schengen travel arrangements with Spain due to increased migrant arrivals in Ceuta.
The suspension has been extended for an additional week as of October 16, 2026.
Schengen rules normally allow free movement across many European countries without border checks.
Ceuta is a Spanish city located on the north coast of Africa, near Morocco.
The Italian and Spanish interior ministers plan to work together to lift the border controls.
The discussions and negotiations are expected to take place during the coming week.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke to European leaders in Brussels, asking them to keep supporting Ukraine and not to ease sanctions on Russia. He said ending the war is Ukraine’s main goal but claimed Russian President Vladimir Putin does not truly want to negotiate. Zelensky also criticized a US agreement involving Russian diesel, warning it could help Russia financially and lead to fewer sanctions.
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President Zelensky addressed a European summit in Brussels on October 16, 2026.
He urged European countries to continue backing Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.
Zelensky warned against reducing sanctions on Russia.
He said ending the war remains Ukraine’s top priority.
Zelensky accused President Putin of lacking real interest in peace talks.
He criticized a U.S. deal related to Russian diesel fuel.
Zelensky believes this deal could give Russia financial gain and lead to wider lifting of sanctions.
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A small dog named Luna survived more than a month in Yellowstone National Park despite cold weather and wild animals like coyotes and bears. Volunteers found Luna in a humane trap after weeks of searching, and she was safely returned to her family.
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Luna is a 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier mix from California.
She escaped from her family’s cabin in Yellowstone on September 10.
The dog avoided capture for 34 days while surviving in the wilderness.
Volunteers set a humane trap using items familiar to Luna, like a T-shirt.
Luna faced dangers from coyotes, wolves, bears, and cold temperatures.
She was underweight but alert and in good spirits when found.
Her family had stayed in the park for a week searching before returning home.
The rescue highlighted risks for pets left unattended in national parks.
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A 28-year-old Russian man named Vladimir K. was arrested in Japan for his role in a cyber-crime gang called Qilin. This gang hacked a London blood testing company, causing hospital disruptions that contributed to a patient’s death. German police are investigating him for multiple cyber attacks, including the one on London hospitals.
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Vladimir K. was arrested in Japan in May 2026 after traveling there for a holiday.
He is accused of being a key member of the Qilin cyber-crime gang involved in over 4,000 hacks since 2024.
Qilin hackers demanded ransom and threatened to release private data after attacking the British blood testing company Synnovis in June 2024.
The Synnovis hack disrupted pathology services in several London hospitals, canceled operations, and delayed emergency care.
One patient at King's College Hospital died unexpectedly, with a delay in blood test results as a contributing factor.
The gang extorted more than $140 million from various victims, including a logistics company in Germany.
German police are now including the London hospital case in their investigation of Vladimir K. and his group.
The Qilin gang has also attacked companies and institutions in other countries, including a high-profile hack on a Japanese beer maker in 2025.
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President Donald Trump has taken actions that reduce Ukraine’s ability to defend itself against Russia in the ongoing war. These include limiting the use of a key U.S.-controlled drone guidance system and purchasing Russian diesel oil, which supports Russia’s economy during the conflict.
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President Trump publicly expressed that he is not mediating the Russia-Ukraine war but seems to support Russia.
In early 2025, Trump criticized Ukrainian President Zelenskyy during a White House meeting.
Ukraine’s use of Starshield, a U.S. military-grade drone guidance system, was restricted to speeds under 100mph after an order from the White House.
This restriction reduced Ukraine’s ability to strike behind enemy lines and protect its capital from Russian drone attacks.
U.S. intelligence sharing with Ukraine appeared to stop, coinciding with increased Russian attacks without warning.
Trump agreed to buy $4 billion worth of Russian diesel oil, giving financial support to Russia during the war.
Russia was invited by the U.S. to attend the G20 meeting at one of Trump’s golf clubs in Florida.
Experts have debated whether Trump’s actions are due to personal reasons but agree the U.S. under Trump is less reliable in opposing Russia.
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Russian forces have attacked power plants and electrical substations in Kyiv and Kharkiv, causing widespread blackouts and water shortages. These attacks appear to follow a Russian plan aimed at damaging Ukraine’s energy system to hurt civilian life and pressure Ukraine to surrender.
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Russian missiles and drones targeted power plants in Kyiv and Kharkiv this week.
The attacks cause blackouts and water outages affecting millions of people.
Leaked Russian documents outline a strategy to destroy Ukraine’s energy grid to degrade living conditions.
The documents suggest using missiles and drones to hit power plants, substations, and even sites near nuclear plants.
Ukraine’s energy minister shared the threat with European allies last month.
Russia continued attacks despite a declared “energy ceasefire” by President Donald Trump.
The damage could cut over 90% of Kyiv’s power supply during winter, leading to long blackouts.
Ukraine is running low on US-supplied missiles needed to defend its energy infrastructure.
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Large forest fires in Indonesia are creating a serious pollution problem in Southeast Asia. The smoke and toxic haze from the fires are spreading to nearby countries, affecting public health across the region.
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Massive wildfires are burning in Indonesia with no sign of stopping.
These fires produce toxic haze that spreads across Southeast Asia.
The pollution is causing health problems in neighboring countries.
The fires are considered an environmental disaster.
The public health crisis is linked directly to the smoke and air pollution from the blazes.
The situation is worsening due to the scale and duration of the fires.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked European Union leaders for their strong support of Ukraine during a summit in Belgium. At the same time, relations between Ukraine and the United States, led by President Donald Trump, have become tense after recent events.
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President Zelensky spoke at a summit in Belgium focused on Ukraine.
He praised European Union leaders for their consistent support since the conflict began.
The EU support includes backing from the EU Council and European Commission.
There is growing tension between Ukraine and the U.S. government.
The tensions relate to actions and decisions involving President Donald Trump.
Zelensky emphasized the importance of reliable allies in Europe.
The Ukraine crisis remains a major topic in international politics.
The summit aimed to strengthen cooperation between Ukraine and EU leaders.
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A team from Purdue University is searching near the coral atoll of Nikumaroro in the South Pacific for Amelia Earhart’s lost plane. They are using tools like sonar and magnetometers to study an unusual object spotted with satellite images, aiming to find clues about what happened to the famous pilot.
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Amelia Earhart disappeared on July 2, 1937, while trying to fly around the world.
She and her navigator, Fred Noonan, intended to refuel at Howland Island but never arrived.
The U.S. government conducted the largest search for a missing plane at that time but found nothing.
The Purdue University team arrived recently at Nikumaroro atoll to investigate a strange object called the "Taraia Object."
Tools like sonar (which uses sound waves underwater) and magnetometers (which detect metal) will help examine the object.
Bad weather caused a delay in the team’s fieldwork, but they remain on schedule.
An update on their findings is expected within 48 hours before they leave the site.
There are different ideas about what happened, including that Earhart crash-landed near Nikumaroro and survived temporarily as a castaway.
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A 16-year-old gunman entered Silver Rail elementary school in Bend, Oregon, and killed three children and a teacher before being shot by a bystander. Several others were injured and hospitalized, and the police are investigating the event with FBI support.
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The shooting happened on Thursday at Silver Rail elementary school in Bend, Oregon.
The shooter was a 16-year-old boy from the local area.
Three children, aged five, eight, and eleven, and one teacher, aged 54, were killed.
A seven-year-old child and the teacher were taken to the hospital with serious injuries.
The shooter forced entry by shooting at locked doors around 1 pm.
An armed community member shot and killed the gunman inside the school.
Police arrived within a minute of the school going into lockdown.
The FBI is helping local police with the ongoing investigation.
The shotgun used was bought by the shooter’s mother.
All schools in Bend and nearby La Pine closed on Friday out of safety concerns.
The community held a vigil, and local leaders expressed sympathy and support for victims and families.
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A group of researchers believes they may soon find important evidence to solve the mystery of Amelia Earhart’s disappearance. They have focused on one key piece of possible proof that could reveal what happened to her plane.
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Amelia Earhart disappeared during a flight many years ago, and her fate remains unknown.
Researchers are currently investigating new evidence linked to her disappearance.
This evidence could help explain what happened to her plane.
The discovery is expected within days.
CBS News provided a report explaining the latest updates.
Amelia Earhart was a famous aviator known for flying across long distances.
The mystery has attracted interest worldwide for decades.
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The article looks at the situation of women migrants in Europe ten years after the French police closed the Calais "Jungle" migrant camp. It discusses how migration routes have changed and highlights the ongoing challenges faced by women migrants, with experts from Cambridge University weighing in on the issue.
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The Calais "Jungle" migrant camp was dismantled by French police in October 2016.
Migrants in Calais still try to reach the UK despite the camp's closure.
Women migrants face specific risks during their journeys and within Europe.
Migration routes through Europe continue to be an important topic in politics.
Experts like Annette Young and Dr. Marissa Quie from Cambridge University study these migration patterns.
At least 139 migrants died and more than 84 went missing after a boat sank near Djibouti.
The article is part of a series called "The 51%" that covers issues affecting women and migrants globally.
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The UK government has promised to review and improve the Vaccine Damage Payment Scheme (VDPS), which provides financial help to people harmed or bereaved by Covid vaccinations. The Covid Inquiry highlighted that the current system is not effective and needs urgent changes to better support those affected.
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Over 24,000 Covid vaccine injury claims have been made in the UK, mostly related to the AstraZeneca vaccine.
Only about 1% of these claims have received a one-time tax-free payment of £120,000.
The current scheme requires claimants to prove they are at least 60% disabled, which the Inquiry says is too strict for Covid vaccine cases.
The Covid Inquiry, led by Baroness Hallett, called for urgent reform of the scheme to provide better support.
The government said it will review the scheme to ensure it works well and will collaborate with affected people and UK nations.
A campaign group for vaccine-injured people praised the recognition of vaccine harm but demands clear government action and a timetable.
Since April 2022, the VDPS has cost £83 million to run, with administration expenses more than double the amount paid in compensation.
Ministers say they will make sure the scheme operates properly and addresses concerns about its costs and support.
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About 80 Israeli settlers attacked Palestinians during the olive harvest in a West Bank village, burning trees and throwing stones. During the violence, a US photojournalist from The Washington Post was injured, and Israeli soldiers fired tear gas and warning shots.
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The attack happened in the village of Abu Falah in the Israeli-occupied West Bank.
Around 80 settlers, some masked and carrying gas canisters, burned olive trees and threw rocks at Palestinian villagers.
Palestinians and settlers exchanged stones as the villagers tried to defend themselves.
Israeli soldiers arrived and fired tear gas toward the Palestinians while settlers continued the attack.
Live gunfire was heard, and at least one armed settler fired a gun.
The Israeli military said soldiers fired warning shots after feeling threatened.
Two people were injured, including US photojournalist Heidi Levine from The Washington Post.
Levine was wearing protective gear and was in stable condition after the attack.
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A police force in Devon and Cornwall, UK, apologized and paid money to nine women who said male officers abused them while the force protected these men. The women say they faced violence, threats, and harassment, but the police ignored or covered up their complaints for many years.
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Nine women accused male officers from Devon and Cornwall police of abuse including rape, assault, and threats.
Some accused officers stayed in their jobs or were even promoted despite complaints.
One officer was placed in a role to protect women even after abuse allegations surfaced.
The police force denied covering up crimes but promised to improve.
Some women suffered abuse for up to 15 years and said the force ignored or mocked their complaints.
The force agreed to pay compensation after a legal battle lasting two years but did not admit legal fault.
The chief constable, James Vaughan, personally apologized to the victims.
At least four accused officers may still be working in the police force, but the force did not confirm this.
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Ibrahim Mahama is a Ghanaian artist known for large-scale installations that explore Ghana's history and cultural future. His new exhibition, "The Harvest Season," is shown at the Fondation Cartier in Paris, featuring his work and nine other artists reflecting on decolonization's effects.
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Ibrahim Mahama creates monumental art installations focused on Ghana's past and artistic future.
He represented Ghana at the Venice Biennale, a major international art event.
Mahama has established three cultural centers in northern Ghana to support local artists.
His exhibition "The Harvest Season" is currently displayed in Paris at Fondation Cartier.
The exhibition examines the commercial, industrial, and cultural impact of decolonization.
Nine other artists display their works alongside Mahama’s pieces in this show.
Mahama uses found objects and textiles in his art, which hold historical significance.
He draws inspiration from Nigerian writers Chinua Achebe and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
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ABC News is reporting from the USS George Washington, a U.S. aircraft carrier near the Strait of Hormuz, as tensions increase in the Middle East. President Donald Trump is considering expanding military actions against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.
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ABC News has rare front-line access aboard the USS George Washington.
The USS George Washington is positioned near the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
Tensions are rising in the Middle East, particularly involving Yemen.
President Donald Trump is thinking about increasing U.S. military operations.
The focus is on the Iran-backed Houthi rebel group in Yemen.
The Strait of Hormuz is an important waterway for global oil shipments.
The report highlights U.S. military readiness in response to regional conflicts.
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Pope Leo XIV will say the Angelus prayer in public on Sunday, according to the Vatican. He recently had surgery to remove cancer from his right lung and is recovering well in a hospital in Rome.
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Pope Leo XIV had lung cancer removed from his right lung.
He underwent surgery that lasted about 90 minutes and was successful with no problems.
The pope began working again on Thursday after the operation.
He is recovering at the Agostino Gemelli Polyclinic in Rome.
Doctors expect his hospital stay to last about a week but will update if that changes.
Pope Leo has stayed in good spirits and received letters and drawings from children.
He has been able to celebrate Mass and give Communion during recovery.
The Vatican announced he will publicly recite the Angelus prayer on Sunday but did not say where.
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