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French students vow to keep protesting

Amid growing concerns over violence, people across France, young and old alike, are weighing up whether taking part in demonstrations is worth the risk. France 24’s Ophelie Jackson reports.

France 24 ·

World · Europe

Paris: Last-minute change to the protest route

The Paris police prefecture changed the route of the authorised trade union march at the last minute ahead of the 24 October mobilisation. The new route runs between Place d’Italie and Porte de Vincennes. But this morning, many protesters turned up at Place de la Bastille, the march’s original starting point, before the route was changed, leaving them confused and unsure where to go. France 24 journalist Elitsa…

France 24 ·

World · Europe

Germany news: Merz to speak at CSU party conference

With his coalition under pressure, Merz delivered an address at the close of the CSU conference in Munich. Meanwhile, fire has largely destroyed Hitler's former Eagle's Nest retreat. DW has more

Deutsche Welle ·

World · United Kingdom

British woman dies trying to save sons on Bahamas snorkelling trip

Mother, 36, died after current off North Bimini reportedly swept away two boys, who were later rescued, police say A British woman has died in the Bahamas while trying to rescue her two sons after a current swept them away as they were snorkelling. The Royal Bahamas police force said it had launched an investigation after the death of a 36-year-old woman on Tuesday. Continue reading...

The Guardian ·

World · Europe

Protests against cost of living expected in Italy under heavy security

Italy is preparing for another day of protests on Saturday against budget cuts and the high cost of living in eight cities, including Rome and Milan. Following last weekend’s unrest, authorities announced heavy security measures, including the use of drones and helicopters to monitor the marches.

France 24 ·