Central Nepal has been hit by new flash floods just six weeks after a previous disaster caused many deaths and missing people. Nepalese authorities report at least five people are currently missing due to the recent floods.
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New flash floods occurred recently in central Nepal.
This disaster happened only six weeks after a previous major flood event.
The earlier disaster resulted in over 1,400 deaths and 5,000 people missing.
According to Nepalese officials, at least five people are missing from the new floods.
The floods are part of ongoing natural disasters affecting the region.
The report includes video coverage by Elitsa Gadeva from France 2.
Keywords associated with the event include Nepal floods and natural disaster.
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Russia has continued to attack power plants in Ukraine, including in Kharkiv and the capital, Kyiv. These strikes happened despite U.S. President Donald Trump announcing an “energy ceasefire” between Russia and Ukraine, a statement that surprised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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Russia struck multiple Ukrainian power plants, including in Kharkiv and Kyiv.
These attacks occurred after an announcement of an “energy ceasefire” by President Trump.
Moscow (Russia) has not responded or confirmed any such ceasefire deal.
Ukrainian President Zelensky said he was surprised by President Trump’s announcement.
The term “energy ceasefire” refers to a pause in attacks targeting energy infrastructure.
The situation remains tense, with ongoing conflict despite claims of a truce.
The article is based on an analysis by France 24’s international affairs editor Douglas Herbert.
The news highlights the complexity and uncertainty around peace talks or agreements in the conflict.
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Spain is preparing for snap elections on November 29 as the far-right party Vox gains support and looks likely to join the conservative People’s Party (PP) in forming a government. The current Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s Socialist party is predicted to lose seats, possibly ending one of Europe’s last left-wing governments.
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Vox, a far-right, anti-immigration party, has grown from a minor party to a strong force in Spanish politics over eight years.
Recent polls suggest the PP and Vox together could win 198 seats, surpassing the 176 needed for a majority in parliament.
This potential coalition would bring the far right back to power in Spain for the first time since 1975.
Sánchez’s Socialist party currently governs with support from Catalan nationalists but is expected to lose seats in the upcoming election.
Vox appeals particularly to young voters with messages against immigration and dissatisfaction with traditional parties.
The PP and Vox already share power in regional governments and many local councils.
Experts say the right is more unified in Spain, while the left is divided into multiple groups, weakening their chances.
Vox leader Santiago Abascal criticizes Sánchez’s government harshly but tries to avoid openly supporting the Franco dictatorship, which ruled Spain until 1975.
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NATO’s top military leader, General Alexus Grynkewich, explained the alliance’s plan to defend its member countries if attacked. He said all 32 NATO members agree on this strategy, which aims to prevent or respond effectively to any aggression, especially from Russia.
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General Alexus Grynkewich is the Supreme Allied Commander Europe for NATO.
NATO has 32 member countries that share a common defense plan called the "theory of victory."
The plan focuses on stopping any country from attacking a NATO member and defending the alliance if attacked.
Intelligence officials warn Russia might try hybrid warfare or a small invasion of NATO’s eastern countries soon.
Hybrid warfare includes non-traditional attacks like cyberattacks, spreading false information, and targeting critical infrastructure.
A limited land grab or military operation against NATO land is seen as a possible threat, rather than a large-scale invasion.
The statement was made at a security forum in Warsaw, Poland.
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The documentary "Gaza: Still Reporting" follows Maram Humaid, a Palestinian journalist covering the war in Gaza. It shows her challenges as she reports during a time when Israel orders people to leave Gaza City, while also dealing with personal hardships like motherhood and food shortages.
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Maram Humaid is a Palestinian journalist documenting the war in Gaza.
Israel ordered a full evacuation of Gaza City during the conflict.
Maram faces personal difficulties such as taking care of her child and facing food shortages.
She reports while coping with the loss of her colleagues.
The film shows Palestinians who choose to leave Gaza and those who decide to stay.
The documentary is made by Mohammed Sawwaf, Salah Al-Haw, and Ibrahim Al-Otla.
It highlights the risks journalists face in war zones.
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The Azerbaijan government has indirectly banned the hijab in public schools by changing dress rules to support secularism, leading to protests by students and teachers. The amendment does not explicitly mention the hijab but stops clothing seen as against the country’s secular values, sparking reactions inside and outside Azerbaijan.
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Azerbaijan changed school uniform rules to block clothing that opposes the country’s secular constitution.
About 96% of Azerbaijan’s people are Muslim, but the country’s laws guarantee religious freedom.
The government says the changes promote a unified dress code and professional standards for teachers.
Protests happened in Azerbaijan as some schools stopped students and teachers wearing hijabs from attending.
A jailed journalist started a hunger strike to protest the hijab restriction.
Protests also occurred in Turkey, where people compared the ban to similar headscarf bans in the 1990s.
Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev criticized foreign interference, indirectly addressing Turkey.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan spoke about rising discrimination against Muslim women at the UN.
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Several large French supermarket chains, including Intermarché and Coopérative U, experienced a cyberattack that remotely turned off their refrigeration systems. This caused food spoilage and forced stores to discard fresh and frozen products. Paris prosecutors are investigating the attack, which also reportedly caused some fires.
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The cyberattack affected refrigerators in about 150-200 Intermarché stores and nearly 100 Coopérative U stores.
France’s largest chain, E. Leclerc, was also reportedly impacted, though not officially confirmed.
Other chains like Carrefour Market and Monoprix may have been affected but have not confirmed.
The attack forced defrosting of refrigeration systems, spoiling fresh and frozen food.
Paris prosecutors opened an investigation to identify the victims and details of the damages, including fires.
Intermarché warned there could be issues with insurance coverage for cyberattack-related losses.
The attack is described as "unprecedented" by Coopérative U’s CEO.
The incident raises concerns about protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats, especially amid tensions involving Russia and Europe.
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Saudi Arabia has extended the closure of Riyadh’s main airport after a Houthi missile attack killed 13 people and injured over 300. The airport remains closed as officials check for safety, while the country continues to face missile threats from the Houthis during ongoing fighting in Yemen.
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A missile strike by Houthi forces hit King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, causing casualties and damage.
The airport is closed to complete safety checks and prevent further harm.
Thirteen people died and more than 300 were injured in the attack on Saturday.
The Houthis have targeted other Saudi airports and fuel tanks, damaging planes and infrastructure.
Saudi Arabia detects ongoing missile and drone threats across the country.
Fighting continues in Yemen, with heavy losses on both sides and a humanitarian crisis in the city of Taiz.
Iran’s foreign minister spoke with Saudi Arabia to discuss potential mediation between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis.
The UN Security Council is set to discuss a resolution labeling the Houthis as a foreign terrorist group.
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Daniel Kinahan, who is accused of leading a criminal gang from 2015 to 2017, will have a bail application made for him in High Court, Dublin. His legal team is reviewing digital evidence and other international investigations while Kinahan remains in custody.
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Daniel Kinahan faces one charge of directing a criminal organization between October 2015 and April 2017.
His lawyers plan to apply for bail through the High Court in Dublin.
Kinahan was recently extradited from Dubai to Ireland in August on an Irish government jet.
The case involves a complex set of facts, including a 189-page document used to support Kinahan’s extradition.
Kinahan appeared in the Special Criminal Court for the third time and the second time in person.
The prosecution expects the full evidence for the case to be ready by 21 December.
Kinahan’s lawyers are seeking an expert to examine the digital evidence.
They are also looking for information about other cases where Kinahan was cleared of charges internationally.
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President Donald Trump announced a temporary "energy ceasefire" in the war between Russia and Ukraine, claiming both sides agreed to stop attacking energy infrastructure. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he was not informed before this announcement, and Russian attacks on energy sites continued despite the claim.
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President Trump posted on social media about an immediate "energy ceasefire" in the Ukraine war.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy said the ceasefire announcement was unexpected for him.
Russian forces continued airstrikes including attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, such as a power station in Kharkiv.
More than 200 strikes hit Ukraine’s electricity facilities in the past week.
Western leaders like French President Macron and UK Prime Minister Burnham expressed support for an energy ceasefire.
Analysts doubt the agreement to ease US sanctions on Russian diesel imports will significantly lower fuel prices globally.
There was no confirmation that Russia agreed to or is observing the ceasefire.
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Jeffrey Epstein built a global network of wealthy and powerful people by giving gifts and favors to lawyers, doctors, academics, and others. Declassified documents show he used money and influence to maintain connections that helped him continue his sex-trafficking crimes for years.
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Epstein gave expensive gifts like $10,000 gift cards and funded hospitals and university research.
Some doctors funded by Epstein treated both him and his victims, sometimes in his homes.
Epstein helped people get into universities and funded personal expenses like IVF treatments.
He used fake modeling agencies and other methods to recruit victims, including girls from poor neighborhoods.
Epstein’s accountant and lawyer managed his complex business operations and explained suspicious financial transactions.
His network included powerful friends and employees who helped protect and support his illegal activities.
Investigations by media outlets like The New York Times, Bloomberg, and The Wall Street Journal revealed many details of his influence and operations.
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President Donald Trump announced an immediate “energy ceasefire” between Russia and Ukraine, asking both sides to stop attacking each other’s oil and energy facilities. This announcement came after Trump eased sanctions on Russian fuel to help lower high fuel prices in the US and globally, but Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he was not informed about the deal.
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President Trump called for Russia and Ukraine to stop attacking each other’s energy infrastructure.
The announcement came amid rising fuel prices caused by disruptions in global oil supplies.
Trump eased US sanctions on Russian fuel to help reduce these fuel costs.
Ukraine’s president said he did not know about the energy ceasefire but welcomed the idea.
Ukraine continues to experience attacks on its energy facilities by Russian forces.
Some experts doubt if a real agreement on the ceasefire has been made or what it fully includes.
Critics say allowing Russian fuel back on the market could help Russia fund its war against Ukraine.
Fuel price increases have put pressure on Trump’s Republican Party ahead of US midterm elections.
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On October 5, Yemeni government troops and the Southern Giants Brigades launched an attack against the Houthi armed group near the Bab al-Mandeb strait. The allied forces claimed to have cut off a key road, marking an important gain in their ongoing campaign to remove the Houthis from coastal areas they control.
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The offensive began on October 5 near the Bab al-Mandeb strait, an important waterway for energy supplies.
The Giants Brigades are linked to the Southern Transitional Council (STC), which supports southern independence.
The Houthis, also called Ansar Allah, control key coastal regions and have support from Iran.
Pro-government forces cut off the main road connecting Mocha port with Bab al-Mandeb, a major military success.
The campaign aims to push the Houthis out of territories including the vital coastline they seized in September.
The Giants Brigades have been a strong military force since 2017, partly armed and trained by the UAE.
The brigades are led by Abd al-Rahman al-Muharrami, a southern Salafi fighter who joined Yemen’s Presidential Leadership Council in 2022.
This alliance shows cooperation between southern separatists and the internationally recognized Yemeni government against the Houthis.
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Pope Leo is encouraging people to think carefully about what progress means, especially in the context of new technologies like AI. He is not against progress but wants us to make sure it leads to good and meaningful outcomes.
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Pope Leo talks about the idea of progress and how it should be understood.
He highlights that progress is not just about new technology.
The Pope suggests defining progress in ways that benefit humanity.
He uses the example of AI (artificial intelligence) as a technology that raises important questions.
The message is about guiding development so that it serves people well.
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Two teachers were shot during student protests in France, and at least eight other school staff members were injured. The French Ministry of National Education said that violence has been growing, especially in the areas of Créteil, Bordeaux, and Lyon.
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Two teachers were injured by gunfire during protests on Monday morning in France.
At least eight other education staff members were also hurt.
The injuries include a middle school principal and a teacher shot with a shotgun in Aubagne.
The French Ministry of National Education reported that violence is increasing.
The worst violence is happening in the Créteil academy region, as well as in Bordeaux and Lyon.
The protests involve students and have led to clashes with police or others.
This situation is ongoing, and news updates are expected.
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The BBC edited out the transgender rights slogan "Protect the Dolls" from a T-shirt worn by Strictly Come Dancing contestant Bethany Antonia during rehearsals shown on TV. The BBC said this editing follows their usual rules against showing clear logos or slogans on entertainment programs.
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Bethany Antonia wore a T-shirt with the slogan "Protect the Dolls," supporting transgender women's rights.
The slogan is linked to a UK trans charity called Not A Phase, which receives money from T-shirt sales.
The BBC removed the slogan from rehearsal footage shown during the show and on its online player, making the T-shirt look plain white.
Earlier BBC social media clips showed Antonia wearing the T-shirt with the visible slogan.
The BBC said it edits out clear branding or slogans to follow editorial guidelines, regardless of the message.
Other public figures like Pedro Pascal, Tilda Swinton, and Troye Sivan have also worn this T-shirt.
The BBC has blurred political or message-based clothing before, such as a Jeremy Corbyn support shirt in 2017 and a "Trans Rights Are Human Rights" slogan in 2024.
Bethany Antonia has not publicly responded to the BBC’s editing decision.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has asked for an investigation into anonymous Israeli military whistleblowers featured in the documentary "NAZA." The film presents claims from 24 unnamed sources accusing the Israeli army of killing many civilians in Gaza using AI-powered targeting technology.
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The documentary "NAZA" won the Special Jury Prize at the Venice Film Festival in 2026.
It is based on testimonies from 24 anonymous Israeli military whistleblowers.
These whistleblowers allege that the Israeli army caused civilian deaths in Gaza.
The documentary claims the army used AI (artificial intelligence) to aid in targeting during military actions.
Prime Minister Netanyahu has demanded a probe into the identities and claims of these whistleblowers.
The issue relates to ongoing conflicts and tensions in the Gaza Strip and Palestinian territories.
The documentary has attracted international attention due to its serious allegations.
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Houthi forces attacked Riyadh’s airport in Saudi Arabia, causing damage and civilian casualties. Saudi Arabia responded by emphasizing its strength and dedication to keeping its energy supplies secure. Both sides have reported strikes affecting civilians.
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Houthi forces launched an attack on Riyadh’s airport.
The attacks have killed civilians and injured hundreds in Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Arabia stated it remains strong and committed to protecting energy security.
Houthi-run media reported that Saudi-led forces struck Yemen’s capital.
The conflict involves ongoing attacks and counterattacks between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis.
The strikes have caused damage to infrastructure, including the airport.
Both sides use media to report their military actions and impacts.
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Glasgow, Scotland, is seeing more anti-immigration protests even though it was once welcoming to refugees and asylum seekers. The protests are linked to frustration in the community, which some groups with stronger views are using to gain support.
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Anti-immigration protests are increasing in Glasgow.
Glasgow was previously known for welcoming refugees and asylum seekers.
The protests reflect growing frustration among some local people.
More extreme groups are gaining influence from this frustration.
The change marks a shift in attitudes in a city that was once very open to migrants.
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In Rome, Italy, inmates and prison staff took part in a mini Olympic-style event called the "Games of Hope." This sports event was organized by the John Paul II foundation for sport and aims to bring people inside prisons together through athletic activities.
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The event took place in a Rome prison.
Both inmates and prison officers participated as athletes.
It is part of the "Games of Hope," held for the third time.
The previous event was in the men's wing of the prison in 2025.
The games aim to unite people and break down barriers through sport.
The John Paul II foundation for sport organizes the event.
The event was reported by journalist Emily Boyle.
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