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Kenya marks protest anniversary amid fears of more violence

Kenya on Thursday marks two years since protests against the 2024 Finance Bill turned violent. The police crackdown left more than 60 people dead and hundreds injured. As civil society groups prepare to take to the streets, many fear the government's response. In recent years, th

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#Kenya marks second anniversary of deadly 2024 #protests

On June 25, 2024, Kenyan protesters stormed #parliament amid #youth protests against economic #hardship and #corruption. Since, an annual #march is organised on this day to remember those killed during demonstrations, as frustration with #president William #Ruto grows.

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French banquets: Fun party or culture war?

With summer in full swing in France, we take a look at the French festive spirit and how traditional banquets are creating controversy, with reports of racist slurs and Nazi salutes at the events. We also discuss how other gatherings, like free parties and raves, are coming under

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Paris bans public alcohol consumption as heatwave overwhelms emergency services

French authorities said hospitals in and around Paris were overwhelmed amid a record-breaking heatwave, adding that consumption and sales of alcohol would be banned from June 26. Paris police also told organisers to cancel several public events including the pride march to avoid

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#Paris tourists struggle amid historical #heatwave

#Paris tourists are struggling in extreme heat as #France faces another day of brutal #heatwave.Many sites like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre have announced early closures, as three quarters of mainland France remain under the highest 'red' alert.

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World Cup 2026: Seattle set for Iran-Egypt match amid ‘Pride Match’ controversy

Rainbow flags are expected to flutter across Seattle's stadium on Friday when Iran meets Egypt in the World Cup Group G match as the city marks its annual Pride parade. The two countries last year asked for Pride-themed celebrations to be cancelled, a request FIFA denied. Players

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Brexit Britain: Sunlit Uplands or a Toad in the Harrow?

Political change in Britain has dominated the headlines, with Keir Starmer’s resignation paving the way for Andy Burnham, as the country also marks ten years since the Brexit vote. Fresh peace talks between the US and Iran have begun amid continuing tensions and sharply different

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France: Drowning deaths climb amid record-breaking heatwave

France's prolonged heatwave has now claimed the life of a fourth child, while the overall death toll continues to rise. In Paris, an adult man was found unresponsive in the Canal Saint-Martin after reportedly swimming outside the designated area. As Europe's most severe heatwave

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Serbia’s Vučić to resign, opening path to early elections amid political tensions

Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vučić has announced that he will resign within weeks, paving the way for early elections. There is speculation that the populist leader could attempt to move into the more powerful role of Prime Minister. The announcement comes after more than a year

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China, EU commerce ministers meet amid widening trade imbalance

EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic and his Chinese counterpart are meeting in Brussels as Europe prepares countermeasures to battle a flood of cheap imports. Also, oil prices climb after a weekend of renewed strikes between the US and Iran, and South Korea unveils a massive new

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Sultan of Oman to meet France's Macron with spotlight on Strait of Hormuz

French President Emmanuel Macron is set to host the Sultan of Oman at the Elysée Palace this Monday as he kicks off a two-day visit to France. The two leaders are expected to discuss regional security amid escalations in Iran and particularly securing the toll-free reopening of t

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EU refuses to take side for or against air conditioning amid record-breaking heatwave

As Europe’s deadly heatwave moves east, Brussels said Monday it would not pick a side in the heated political debate for or against air conditioning.

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