World · 2 min read
NASA has announced the opening of applications for its next astronaut class, aimed at supporting lunar missions, building a Moon base, and future crewed Mars expeditions. U.S. citizens have until December 3 to apply, with final selection expected by late 2027.
World · 3 min read
Valentine Rugwabiza, head of Minusca, alerted the Security Council to the need to maintain sufficient peacekeepers in the Central African Republic despite progress, citing fragile security in some regions.
World · 3 min read
Weeks before Spain's November 29 early elections, Pedro Sánchez's government introduced new social measures. Yet, Madrid's 'Indignados' continue occupying Puerta del Sol, demanding decent housing.
World · 1 min read
Trials of individuals arrested during the October 17 demonstrations in Paris started on October 20 at the city's judicial court. Defendants face charges including violence against law enforcement, resisting arrest, and handling stolen goods. The Justice Minister called for a firm judicial response.
World · 3 min read
Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir posted an AI-generated video portraying himself as a genie granting a Gazan's wish by magically deporting him to a ruined Paris. This provocation triggered a heated exchange with the French Foreign Ministry and highlights the growing use of AI in Israel's election campaign ahead of the October 27 vote.
World · 3 min read
Searches were conducted at the European Parliament in an investigation by the European Public Prosecutor's Office targeting the dissolved Identity and Democracy group, which included the Rassemblement national. The inquiry focuses on misappropriation of European funds. The new Patriots group, including RN, announced these investigative actions.
World · 3 min read
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed a frontline freeze in the war against Russia as a first step before beginning negotiations with Moscow, stressing Ukraine's involvement.
World · 3 min read
In response to last weekend's violence and looting in France and a second curfew night, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu meets unions to discuss securing demonstrations and addressing high school students. A political dialogue is planned for Thursday.
World · 3 min read
Amid domestic unrest and escalating Middle East conflict, Emmanuel Macron pursues diplomacy in the Gulf to secure French energy supplies and reaffirm defense partnerships with Gulf monarchies. Former ambassador François Gouyette highlights this as strategic solidarity without direct involvement in the Iran conflict.
World · 1 min read
COP17 biodiversity conference in Yerevan reviews 2022 Montreal goals to protect biodiversity by 2030, revealing widespread delays in key measures like ending harmful subsidies and ecosystem restoration.
World · 3 min read
The trial of five men accused of murdering the elder brother of Amine Kessaci, an anti-drug activist and deputy mayor of Aix-en-Provence, opens near Marseille, exposing DZ mafia influence.
World · 4 min read
Images showing an elderly couple in underwear, allegedly assaulted and stripped during the October 17 protest in Paris, are widely shared but identified as AI-generated. French authorities found no evidence of such an assault.
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