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PoliticsOct 8‘This is a crisis of hope’: Echoes of 1968 as France’s students rise upAs in 1968, when student protests triggered nationwide strikes, today’s crisis is about generational discontent.Al Jazeera [en]
WorldOct 8The anatomy of Maya sacrifice: An interview with author Vera TieslerMaya expert Vera Tiesler, editor of a new book on ritual sacrifice in Mesoamerica, shares the gory details on how the ancient Maya performed human sacrifices, and why. The post The anatomy of Maya sacrifice: An interview with author Vera Tiesler appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
PoliticsOct 8Italy approves Meloni's electoral reform in confidence vote ahead of 2027 electionThe Chamber of Deputies has passed electoral law reform by 227 votes to 164, despite possible Constitutional Court objections. Italy now formally enters the election campaign, with an early vote increasingly likely.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsOct 8Protest culture: Why do French students repeatedly rise up?France is in the international spotlight as massive student protests show no sign of stopping. Demonstrating is something of a rite of passage for young people in France, a moment when teenagers discover politics and their collective voice. How has this "protest culture" manifested itself in recent French history? And why are some student protests effective at bringing about change and others not? We take a closer look in French Connections.France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 8Ukraine’s migration challenge won’t end with a peace dealFor many Ukrainians, the question will not be whether they love their country or miss home; it will be whether returning makes sense for their family.The Hill
ConflictOct 8Ukraine strikes Russia’s largest oil refinery 2,500 kilometers from border – mediaUkrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 8CPI(M) calls for Idukki hartal on October 16 over land-related issuesCPI(M) sytates its opposition to plans to convert Cardamom Hill Reserve areas into forest land, revive forest corridors for elephants, and a government order restricting plantation work from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.The Hindu
PoliticsOct 8Judge says search warrants used to seize property from ex-Prince Andrew were unlawfulA London judge says police who searched former Prince Andrew's properties in connection to Jeffrey Epstein agreed the search warrants were unlawfulABC News
MilitaryOct 8Royal Navy sailor faces court over alleged spying for RussiaRoyal Navy sailor appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Thursday after being held in custody since his arrest on Tuesday at his home near LondonEuroNews [en]
WorldOct 8Mo Abudu Unveils Cultural Centre, Cinema Dedicated To African Film In London"I'm not waiting anymore for anyone to take a six-hour trip from London to understand what it is to watch a Nigerian film or to see Nigerian fashion and so on. It's right here in London," she said. The post Mo Abudu Unveils Cultural Centre, Cinema Dedicated To African Film In London appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
ConflictBreakingOct 8Russian bombing against two buses in Ukraine leaves 30 deadClarín
MilitaryOct 8Rubio defends the agreed use of Lajes and asks Portugal to buy F-35 fightersWashington assures compliance with agreements on its military presence in Portugal, while advocating for the purchase of F-35 fighters to renew the fleet. The Portuguese government is still evaluating options to replace its F-16s, considering national interest as a priority in the final decision.Clarín
PoliticsOct 8French PM vows changes as students keep up school protestsFrench PM Sebastien Lecornu has promised to address student concerns as protests force hundreds of schools to close.Al Jazeera [en]
WorldOct 8Cristiano Ronaldo responded to a journalist's criticism with aggression: "You look like an apple, stop using botox"The CR7 vs Jorge Jesus saga divides Europe. The Portuguese star lashed out at criticism from the former Crystal Palace owner, now a journalist. Meanwhile, Romario came to the footballer's defense.Clarín
ConflictBreakingOct 830 dead in strike on Ukraine bus as Russian attacks intensifyFrance 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 8'They killed her': Evicted pensioner who sparked Spain housing protests diesThe 87-year-old whose eviction last month sparked nationwide protests in Spain has died. Maricarmen Abascal was evicted from her home of more than 70 years last month, after it was bought by an investment fund. After news of her passing, some who took to the streets say they believe her death was brought on by the stress of the eviction.France 24 [en]
ConflictOct 8Lithuania PM confident of 'huge' NATO response if Russia attacksLithuania is no stranger to the threat posed by Russia given its geography and history.Sky News World
WorldOct 8Moldova ready to take in new wave of Ukrainian refugees in winter, Sandu saysMoldova is ready to receive a new wave of Ukrainian refugees if Ukraine faces a severe humanitarian situation this winter.Ukrinform [en]
PoliticsOct 8High school student protests continue in France#France: high school students continue to protest Thursday in the face of what they say is the government’s failure to respond to their demands. Follow the fourth day of protests on FRANCE 24France 24 [en]
PoliticsOct 8Police raids at Andrew's homes were 'unlawful' says High Court judgeThe search warrants which allowed Thames Valley Police raids at two of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's properties were unlawful, said a High Court judge.heraldseries_uk · united kingdom
PoliticsOct 8Police raids at Andrew's homes were 'unlawful' says High Court judgeThe search warrants which allowed Thames Valley Police raids at two of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's properties were unlawful, said a High Court judge.witneygazette_uk · united kingdom
HealthOct 8EU presses Russia for more details on suspected plague casePressure mounts on Moscow to explain the suspected plague case in Siberia, which has put health authorities on edge. Brussels is calling on Moscow to come clean with precise details "as soon as possible".EuroNews [en]
PoliticsOct 8Has Israel shut the UK consulate in East Jerusalem – or downgraded it?British Foreign Secretary Miliband said the consulate building would remain but would be called 'UK Mission, Jerusalem'.Al Jazeera [en]
PoliticsOct 8"Exploited State Secrets for Profit": German Intelligence Rocked by Espionage Arrest of Former ChiefSpiegel International [en]