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Five Weeks Before Midterms, GOP Worried About Trump’s Declining Popularity
Five weeks before the US midterm elections, the Republican Party faces a record decline in Donald Trump’s popularity, prompting strategic shifts to mitigate damage.
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Pope Leo Turns His Visit to France into a Political Message on Europe
During his visit to France, Pope Leo delivered a strong political message on Europe, highlighting its Christian heritage, conflicted history, and the need for reconciliation and peace, symbolized by the choice of Metz.
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Jordan Bardella Denies 2013 Antisemitism Accusations
Jordan Bardella, president of the National Rally, denies having made antisemitic remarks in 2013 as claimed by Mediapart and announces legal proceedings.
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Madrid: Octogenarian Evicted Tenant to Return Home Following Agreement
A retired woman evicted from her Madrid apartment will be able to return, according to her lawyer. An agreement is close to being signed with the owners as activists call for stronger tenant protections amid Spain's housing crisis.
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In Metz, Pope Leo XIV Urges Negotiation for Peace in Europe
During his visit to Metz, Pope Leo XIV urged courageous negotiation and the willingness to sacrifice certain positions for the higher good of peace in Europe.
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High School Blockades in France: Clash Between Lecornu and Mélenchon Ahead of Presidential Election
French high school students blocked classes to demand more resources amid teacher shortages and school deterioration, leading to a tense exchange between PM Sébastien Lecornu and far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon ahead of the spring presidential election.
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Fanny Minesi Advocates for the Bonobo, a Peaceful Primate Threatened in the DRC
Fanny Minesi, CEO of Les Amis des bonobos du Congo, works to protect the bonobo, a peaceful primate in the DRC threatened by deforestation, conflict, and poaching. She received the 2023 Tusk Award for Conservation in Africa for her efforts.
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NASA and Boeing Announce Resumption of Starliner Crewed Flights by 2028
NASA and Boeing announced on Monday the resumption of crewed Starliner flights, with an uncrewed mission planned to validate upgrades, followed by a crewed Starliner-2 flight to the ISS by 2028 after a thorough investigation of 2024 issues.
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Nepal: At Least 21 Dead in New Deadly Landslides
New landslides have struck Nepal, causing at least 21 deaths according to a provisional toll on September 28. Rescue teams continue searching for possible survivors.
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In Ethiopia, Armed Coalition Resumes Fighting and Spreads Disinformation
A coalition of seven armed groups, including the TPLF and the Amhara National Movement of Fano, has launched an offensive against Ethiopia's federal army. This resurgence of fighting is accompanied by significant social media disinformation, with misleading images detected by RFI.
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Minsk Monastery Sells Icons in France While Supporting War in Ukraine
Nuns from the Sainte-Élisabeth Monastery in Minsk sell icons and other items in France to fund their charitable activities, while supporting the Russian war in Ukraine and collecting supplies for Russian soldiers, according to RFI.
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After a Mass Gathering 700,000 People, Leon XIV Heads to Lourdes
Pope Leon XIV concluded his first Paris visit stage with a giant mass attended by around 700,000 faithful. He now departs Paris for Lourdes, arriving early evening.