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Thomas Rivière
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Trump Visits Nebraska to Defend Economic Record Amid Inflation Concerns
Donald Trump travels to Grand Island, Nebraska, to rally Republicans and defend his economic record in a state concerned about rising diesel prices and inflation, weeks before the November 3 midterms.
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Left-Wing Primary: Tense Debate Among Five Candidates on BFMTV
The candidates for the 2027 left-wing presidential primary debated for over three hours on BFMTV Sunday, amid tension sparked by an embarrassing video of Raphaël Glucksmann.
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In the U.S., Young Black Voters Move Toward Political Independence
According to RFI, young Black men in the U.S. are increasingly identifying as politically independent, complicating Democratic efforts to mobilize voters ahead of the midterms, especially after Donald Trump's 2024 gains.
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Brazilian Presidential Election: A Vote Marked by Deep Electoral Division
On October 4, 158 million Brazilian voters participated in the presidential first round, facing 13 candidates including incumbent Lula and far-right senator Flavio Bolsonaro. The election is marked by strong electoral division, notes RFI.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina: General Elections Challenged by Fraud and Ethnic Divisions
For 31 years, elections in Bosnia and Herzegovina have been marked by ethnic divisions and fraud. On the eve of the general elections, transparency remains a key challenge despite declines in nationalism and corruption.
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In Gaza, Maimed Children Strive to Rebuild with NGO Support
In Gaza, at least 4,000 Palestinian children have been maimed by Israeli strikes, according to the UN. The NGO Heal Palestine offers swimming sessions to help them reclaim their bodies.
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Brazilian Presidential Election: Expert Predicts Tight Race in First Round
Frédéric Louault, director of the Americas Studies Center at ULB, expects a tight first-round presidential vote in Brazil, with two main candidates each near 45%. The final outcome will be decided in the runoff in three weeks.
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Hundreds of Thousands Protest for Housing Rights in Spain
Protests for housing rights took place Saturday across several Spanish cities, with a particularly large turnout in Madrid where between 70,000 and 500,000 people marched. These gatherings followed the eviction of an elderly Madrid resident who became a symbol of the housing crisis.
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Taiz Becomes New Site of Deadly Clashes in Yemen
Clashes between Houthi rebels and Yemeni government forces backed by Saudi Arabia have intensified in Taiz, causing dozens of deaths. The pro-Iranian militia accuses Riyadh of over 90 bombings, including in Sanaa.
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Attempted Sabotage on FlyDubai 1073: Heroic Captain’s Actions
On FlyDubai 1073, the co-pilot attempted to kill the captain and sabotage the aircraft. Despite multiple stab wounds, the captain opened the cockpit door, allowing passengers to intervene and prevent a major disaster.
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Eight Years After Jamal Khashoggi’s Murder, His Family Opposes MBS’s Rehabilitation
On October 2, 2018, Jamal Khashoggi was murdered, an act attributed by the CIA to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Eight years later, his family denounces MBS's impunity and rehabilitation in Western diplomatic circles.