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A step towards greater accessibility: City uses special milling machine to smooth paving stones
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Macron vows to hold rioters to account after day of major protests: Macron pledged to capture all those who incited chaos and hold them to account for the crimes ...
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Key FactsMacron vows prosecutions after protest violence
Oct 17, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euronews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euronews.com
- Police and protesters clashed violently in Paris and other French cities; the CGT estimated 800,000 participants.
- Macron said attacks on prefectures, businesses and town halls would be prosecuted and punished, while supporting police.
- Lecornu accused far-left groups of organising violence in several cities; he said delinquents joined the looting.
- In Lyon, Marseille, Lille, Bordeaux and Limoges, public buildings were attacked; dozens of shops were looted in five cities.
No room for violence in our Republic. Those who have broken, attacked the prefectures as well as businesses, looted even our town halls, will be prosecuted and punished.— Emmanuel Macron, in a post on X on Saturday
After violent protests: French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu announces local curfews
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Key FactsFrance announces local curfews after violent unrest
Oct 19, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: n-tv.de
- The measures are intended to apply partially and very locally this evening; an overview of authorities’ decisions is expected this afternoon.
- Nationwide protests over high living costs were accompanied by severe clashes and looting over the weekend.
- In Paris, another 350 people were arrested on Sunday and during the night into Monday.
- Nationwide, 2,331 people were taken into police custody over the weekend; more than 80 percent face prosecution.
One of the aims of this curfew is to protect people, but also property, in particular shops— Sébastien Lecornu said after a government crisis meeting
Key FactsAfD proposes reducing central EU powers
Oct 21, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- Weidel criticized the unelected European Commission’s exclusive power to propose EU-wide laws as a democratic checks-and-balances problem.
- The party wants to replace the European Parliament with an assembly of representatives from the 27 national parliaments; the Commission would only administer.
- The strategy paper proposes ending direct elections for European lawmakers and making the European Council the central decision-making body.
- The AfD would consider withdrawing from EU-wide agreements; if restructuring fails, it seeks a referendum on Germany’s continued EU membership.
Therefore we say that we must rebuild the European Union, and return the competences to the national parliaments and governments.— Alice Weidel, AfD party leader, at a press conference in the European Parliament in Strasbourg (speaking in English)
French Prime Minister Lecornu calls for localized curfews in cities to curb rioting and looting
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Protests in France: Students don't want "rotten compromises": For weeks, young people have been protesting against French education policy. Now ...
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Landau: Serious accident on B10 near Landau: Road completely closed: Serious accident on the B10 near Landau: Road completely closed - | Landau - | DIE ...
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Protests in France: How Lecornu’s Austerity Measures Fueled Anger in the Streets: According to the Ministry of the Interior, 550,000 people took to the streets ...
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Destruction in France: Lecornu Announces Local Curfews: The French Prime Minister issued a directive to the prefects to that effect. Marseille had previously ...
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Military plane crashes in France: According to French military sources, a body has been found - | a second pilot is still missing. A loud explosion was reported ...
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Curfews contribute to calm night in France after riots, says PM Lecornu: Sébastien Lecornu said new curfews for Tuesday night would be decided where necessary.
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Riots in France: Prime Minister Lecornu condemns “appalling level of violence”: At least 550,000 protesters, 1,200 arrests, 150 injured police officers: The ...
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Saudi defense minister meets with UAE vice president in Abu Dhabi: Minister of Defense Prince Khalid bin Salman met with United Arab Emirates Vice President ...
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France PM promises more curfews as authorities seek to regain control: Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu says local authorities will coordinate with mayors to ...
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Key FactsLecornu announces new curfews where needed
Oct 20, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: rte.ie
- For the evening of 20 October, prefects are to decide on new curfews if needed, coordinating with mayors.
- On 19 October, partial curfews applied in Paris, Bordeaux and Nice, lasting from one night to several days.
- The unrest followed weeks of student demonstrations; preliminary estimates put the number of affected businesses at least 3,000.
- Dott reported 300 e-bikes destroyed and 120 severely damaged in Paris, 80 vehicles destroyed in Bordeaux, and 30 to 40 scooters destroyed in Lyon.
Tonight new curfews will be decided where the situation requires it. These decisions will be made on the ground, by the prefects, in coordination with the mayors.— Sebastien Lecornu, French Prime Minister, on curfew policy during protests; as quoted by Reuters
Yields at a 15-year high: Increased sell-off of French bonds - | new demonstrations in sight
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Live: French govt plans 'massive' police operation, some military forces for Saturday’s protests
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France announces nightly curfews 'for as long as necessary' in Paris and other big cities
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France launches ‘massive’ law enforcement operation after weekend looting, PM says
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The mayor of a Paris suburb stepped between police and student protesters, then got tear-gassed. He says the French government should answer their demands ... Show more
Protests in France escalate - | Government plans curfews: At least 3,000 looted shops, almost 1,000 injured police officers. Macron rejects the resignation of ...
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French PM Lecornu says ready to declare state of emergency 'if needed': French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu on Monday warned that he was prepared to declare ...
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France: Riots and riots again in Paris: One day after the violent excesses in France, riots broke out again in Paris on Sunday evening. In Mulhouse ...
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'The Orange Plague': Naked Trump statue on display at European Parliament in Strasbourg
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Key Facts‘The Orange Plague’ unveiled at European Parliament in Strasbourg
Oct 8, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euronews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euronews.com
- The 2.6-metre sculpture depicts naked Donald Trump holding a golf club and scales while sitting on a smaller man’s back.
- Artist Jens Galschiøt says the work was inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s The Emperor’s New Clothes and criticizes Trump’s climate and foreign policies.
- Visitors receive 3D-printed miniatures; Galschiøt says he distributed around 20,000 copies to visitors and Parliament staff.
- After earlier displays in Copenhagen and Belém, Galschiøt plans another exhibition at COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, next month.
If someone is so thin-skinned that they cannot tolerate this sculpture being exhibited in the European Parliament, then they have no place on the world stage.— Per Clausen, Danish left-wing European Parliament member who invited the artist; commenting on the sculpture’s display in the European Parliament.
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Basel Airport: EuroAirport adjusts winter flight schedule: New destinations and cancellations
Basel Airport: EuroAirport adjusts winter flight schedule: New destinations and cancellations
Danish sculptor Jens Galschiot unveiled on Tuesday a 2.6-meter gold and bronze statue depicting a naked US President Donald Trump at the European Parliament in ... Show more
Danish artist Jens Galschiøt unveiled a sculpture depicting a naked US President Donald Trump surrounded by golf equipment ... Show more
Hackers forced the temperature of fridges and freezers in many French supermarket fridges up to 122 degrees Fahrenheit overnight ... Show more
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New with Easyjet from Basel: Do you know Pantelleria?
Naked statue of Donald Trump unveiled and it's called the 'Orange Plague': Statue depicting naked US president Donald Trump called 'Orange Plague' is on display ...
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Key FactsGilded Trump satire unveiled at European Parliament in Strasbourg
Oct 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: independent.co.uk
- The sculpture shows Trump naked on a much smaller man’s shoulders, holding a golf club, globe-shaped ball, and scales.
- The base labels Trump king of injustice, while a satirical pledge depicts him refusing to leave the man’s back.
- Galschiøt described the work as a satirical outcry against the volatility of America’s climate and foreign policies.
- It should remain in Strasbourg through Thursday; a November showing at COP31 in Turkey with 3D replicas for delegates is planned.
"Trump represents one of the greatest threats to the rule-based world order, democratic values, and our common effort to solving the climate crisis," he said in a statement.— Jens Galschiøt, Danish sculptor, in a statement about The Orange Plague installation and its message
Why there is no peace at Charleville-Mézières Square: Nighttime noise, firecrackers, fights, and vandalism: Residents at Charleville-Mézières Square are at their ...
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What food do you love to share?
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Greater German fantasy on a map: AfD youth leader Strauf resigns after Alsace scandal
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High school students, teachers and labor unions join a protest march in Strasbourg, France, over school conditions. #france #strasbourg #schools #students #protest #live #Reuters ... Show more
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Reuters | Breaking International News & Views
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🔘The EU intends to completely phase out imports of Russian gas by the end of 2027. Brussels has no plans to change this course ... Show more
Trump sculpture unveiled in the European Parliament in Strasbourg: Danish artist Jens Galschiøt presents his 2.5-meter-high satirical statue "Orange Plague" in ...
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France's Prime Minister promises students improvements, but not more money: School protests in France continue. Prime Minister Lecornu has promised students ...
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France halts police use of stun grenades at student protests: Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu to make public address after thousands rally to demand more ...
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Key FactsFrance Suspends Stun Grenades During Student Protests
Oct 7, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
- The suspension will last until conflicting accounts of the Lens incident are clarified, Nuñez said.
- Authorities say the 15-year-old picked up the grenade; students allege an officer hit him directly.
- More than 500 schools were fully or partly closed Wednesday; 24 were expected to shut for weeks, affecting 30,000 pupils.
- Student unions announced a fourth round of demonstrations for Thursday in Paris and other cities.
"We are telling M. Nuñez, calm your police officers down and call for restraint."— Ryad Rani, head of the USL high school union, speaking to French radio on Wednesday
French police in Nancy get into their vehicles and pull back as rioters move toward them in large numbers.
In a major speech in France's Metz, Pope Leo warned Europe against the "illusion that rearmament is the answer" while calling for dialogue and ... Show more
Papst Leo in Metz: Dieser Papst liebt das anständige Europa: Papst Leo hält in Metz eine denkwürdige Rede. Wer Europa abschotten oder auf seine christlichen ...
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Spectacular night move: Old brewery fermentation tanks now stand in Simmertal: The decommissioned fermentation tanks of the Kirn brewery, which were previously ...
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Pope Leo finishes his four-day visit to France with meetings and a mass in the eastern city of Metz, before returning to Rome ... Show more
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Reuters | Breaking International News & Views
Pope Leo sat in the cockpit of an Air France plane where the pilot showed him the controls, as French fighter jets escorted his flight to Metz on the final day ... Show more
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Pope Leo warns: Invoking God to justify war is to ‘profane’ his name: METZ, France (RNS) — On his final day in France, Pope Leo XIV urged European leaders to ...
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French PM plans to limit access to benefits for foreigners in France: Unveiling his plans for a cost-cutting 2027 Budget, French prime minister Sébastien Lecornu ...
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Revolution on the rails: First battery-powered trains are now running in Rhineland-Palatinate
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Ahead of his trial before Mozambique’s Supreme Court over alleged crimes linked to the 2024 post-election protests, opposition leader and former presidential ... Show more
UAE President, Rulers of the Emirates, and sheikhs offer condolences to Mohammed bin Rashid on passing of Ahmed bin Rashid
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Key FactsOfficials honour Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Sep 22, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: emirates247.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: emirates247.com
- Several officials offered condolences to the Al Maktoum family and praised Sheikh Ahmed’s decades of service to Dubai and the UAE.
- Mohammed Ahmed Al Murr highlighted Sheikh Ahmed’s support for youth, equestrianism, marine sports and sporting institutions.
- Dr Mohammed Saeed Al Kindi praised his sense of responsibility, while Dr Lowai Mohammed Belhoul highlighted contributions to security and the economy.
- Jamal bin Huwaireb cited national, military and security service, alongside sport, equestrianism and charitable work.
He left an enduring mark through his service to his country and community and made significant contributions to its development in the security and economic fields through a life of dedicated service.— Dr Lowai Mohammed Belhoul, Director General of the Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department, on Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's life of service.
After election successes in the East - | Saarland's neighboring region sees Europe in danger due to the AfD
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BMW blocks two parking spaces: Anyone who parks like this will be locked in France
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Todd Boehly exits Chelsea diminished after having his fingers burned: The billionaire’s departure will change little day-to-day but could be significant for ...
theguardian.com/football/2026/sep/18/todd-boehly-leaves-chelsea-clearlake-capital-premier-league
Now that the term ''associate membership'' for Canada in the EU has been coined, what does it mean? As DW's Jack Parrock shows ... Show more
Ursula von der Leyen pledged to stay the course on the EU's climate targets in her State of the Union address to the European Parliament in Strasbourg on ... Show more
Canadian PM Mark Carney rejects Trump's threats over Ottawa's push for closer EU ties, telling journalists in Strasbourg that Canadians won't ... Show more
World Suicide Prevention Day: "Talking can save lives": In Germany, 10,000 people take their own lives every year. Nevertheless, knowledge about help and ...
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🇻🇳🇫🇷 Party General Secretary & President Tô Lâm held a meeting with French PM Sébastien Lecornu in Paris, during which the two leaders expressed their ... Show more
Top Vietnamese leader meets with French Prime Minister
Top Vietnamese leader meets with French Prime Minister
Heat forces French Champagne makers to increase alcohol content: Drinking 2026 Champagne might give you a heftier headache as France's record heatwaves are ...
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Champagne makers to draw on reserves after heatwaves shrink harvest: Despite low yields, experts hail 'exceptional' vintage quality
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Simmertal referendum: Local council feels vindicated in wind power plans: Following the clear vote in favor of wind energy in Simmertal, the local council feels ...
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In Nußdorf near Landau, ripe grapes were secretly harvested from an area of approximately 6,400 square meters – | presumably with an older red grape ... Show more
Wind power plans in Simmertal: What's at stake in the referendum: Should the municipality lease land for wind turbines or not? Citizens will decide at the ...
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Landau parade: Pirates, Vikings, and penguins march through the mountain town: The parade for the Landau general and livestock market delighted all spectators ...
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Landau/Pfalz: Woman from Landau wins Palatinate week on "The Perfect Dinner": Her food truck opens here on Saturday
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Tragedy at a campsite in France: Father runs over his 17-month-old daughter while maneuvering
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Ixelles is expanding its eco-grazing project after a successful trial in 2025, using a larger flock of sheep to naturally maintain green spaces and reduce the ... Show more
"Not sitting idly by": Canada imposes retaliatory tariffs of up to 50 percent against the U.S.
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Key FactsCanada Announces Retaliatory U.S. Tariffs up to 50 Percent
Aug 25, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
- Rates of 15, 25 or 50 percent are planned, depending on the product.
- Affected goods would include steel, aluminum, household appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp, paper and electronics.
- The United States placed 50-percent tariffs over the weekend on Canadian goods worth around 20 billion U.S. dollars.
- Trump threatened higher duties on cars, trucks, parts and steel starting January 1, 2027.
“As of September 8, Canada will impose counter-tariffs of up to 15, 25, or 50 percent on imports from the United States worth 27.6 billion dollars,” said Canadian Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne. “For each product, our tariff would correspond to the American tariff in the same way for Canadian goods.”— François-Philippe Champagne, Canadian Finance Minister, announcing retaliatory tariffs on US imports worth $27.6 billion
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Village celebrates emergency services: Simmertal Fire Department honors its firefighters at festival
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America's eldercare costs are soaring. Families are filling the gap.: As long-term care grows more expensive, families are draining savings, providing unpaid ...
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Motorcyclist seriously injured in accident on A65: A 25-year-old woman lost control of her motorcycle while merging onto the motorway. The reason is unclear.
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ECHR ruling: Turkey violates Osman Kavala's human rights: Over seven years ago, the court in Strasbourg demanded the release of Turkish cultural patron ...
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Key FactsECHR orders Osman Kavala’s immediate release
Aug 26, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euobserver.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: euobserver.com
- The ECtHR found Kavala had been unlawfully imprisoned for almost nine years on the basis of a politically motivated trial and ordered his immediate release.
- Arrested in 2017, Kavala was acquitted in February 2020 but sentenced in 2022 to aggravated life imprisonment without parole on the same evidence.
- Selahattin Demirtaş and Figen Yüksekdağ also remain unlawfully detained despite ECtHR rulings ordering their immediate release.
- Amnesty International warns that Turkish authorities do not intend to change their authoritarian course despite international pressure.