World · 3 min read
On September 16, four Belarusian journalists were released through an amnesty obtained by US diplomacy but were immediately expelled and exiled. Reporters Without Borders condemns the detention of 17 other journalists in Belarus.
World · 3 min read
New protests for the right to housing are scheduled for Saturday, October 3, in Madrid and other Spanish cities after deputies rejected two government-backed bills, raising questions about political stability and the 2027 legislature end.
World · 1 min read
The high school student movement in France continues with blockades in several schools. According to Philippe Moreau-Chevrolet of Sciences Po, the legitimate mobilization is now marked by more violent anger and media attacks amid tense politics before the presidential election.
World · 4 min read
Mediapart has published authenticated 2013 messages accusing Jordan Bardella of antisemitic remarks. The National Rally and Bardella dispute the evidence and announce a complaint.
World · 2 min read
The military junta in Guinea-Bissau announced on October 1 that security conditions are insufficient for former president Umaro Sissoko Embaló's scheduled return on October 4, following his presidential candidacy announcement.
World · 3 min read
In Thursday's second televised debate for the social-democratic left primary, candidates debated an alliance with La France insoumise and the term 'genocide' for Gaza. Glucksmann and Faure notably opposed each other. All agreed Bardella is disqualified after antisemitism accusations.
World · 1 min read
In Laos, where only 800 elephants remain, Wendy Legatt founded the Mekong Elephant Park to buy and protect these mistreated animals. Thanks to donors, the elephants now live freely in a large forest reserve.
World · 3 min read
Brazil's government has called for an investigation into possible U.S. interference in the October 4 presidential election. President Lula pledges to protect national sovereignty.
World · 3 min read
Google Earth updated its satellite imagery of the Gaza Strip with February 2026 photos showing entire neighborhoods destroyed around Rafah due to Israeli military operations after Hamas attacks in October 2023.
World · 3 min read
On October 1, the anniversary of Cameroon's reunification, anglophone regions experienced a 'ghost town' day called by separatists, with security forces deployed and residents staying home.
World · 4 min read
The 'Hill Youth' represent the most violent faction of Israeli colonization in the West Bank. Accused of hundreds of attacks on Palestinian villages, they receive some institutional support despite Netanyahu downplaying their numbers.
World · 3 min read
In southern Lebanon, schools have reopened despite ongoing war and Israeli bombings. Over 340 schools have been damaged, 17 destroyed, risking education for 100,000 children.
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