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Palestinian child misses first day of school as family remains trapped under Qusra settler siegeWorld

Israeli settlers have besieged several homes in Qusra, in the occupied West Bank, for nearly a month in what is described as an effort to drive Palestinians from their land. Four-year-old Kinda is trapped in one of the homes and has missed her first day of school. Her aunt says the children are frightened by sounds outside and confused about why they cannot leave or receive visitors.

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UK announces ban on goods from illegal Israeli settlementsPolitics

Under a measure announced by Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband, the UK is targeting products made in illegal Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank. The government says Israel’s expanding settlement programme is threatening the prospect of a Palestinian state, while Middle East commentator Chris Doyle gives his take.

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Eiffel Tower reopens after dispute over removing women staffSociety

The Eiffel Tower reopened on Tuesday after staff walked out over female colleagues being removed during a visit by a Hindu religious group, which later apologised. Operator SETE said the delegation had asked for arrangements limiting “interactions with women” and acknowledged that the conditions should never have been accepted.

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Confrontation at Ohio campaign stopPolitics

A man was arrested after allegedly forcing his way through a crowd toward the Democratic candidate for governor, injuring two people.

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Sounding the fire alarm: Why French firefighters are going on strikeSociety

French firefighters have begun six weeks of strikes. The report examines the distinctive features of France’s firefighting system, including the origins of the term “sapeurs-pompiers”, and notes that other public service workers are also calling for industrial action.

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Spoiler alert: AI in cinema is 'just a tool' and won't replace actors or humansCulture

Film producer Lahoucine Grimich rejects the prevailing view that cinema is facing an existential crisis. He says AI is only a tool and will not replace actors or human beings, while streaming platforms, public support and theatrical exhibition can work together in an interconnected financing system despite major post-pandemic changes in viewing habits.

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Sweden heads to polls in close election dominated by welfare and securityPolitics

Sweden votes on Sunday in a tight election shaped by welfare-state and security concerns. Opinion polls indicate that the centre-left opposition, led by the Social Democrats, could win and oust Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson’s centre-right coalition.

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Thieves steal €9m worth of works from Renoir Museum in FranceCulture

Police in southern France are searching for two thieves accused of stealing four artworks valued at an estimated €9 million from the Renoir Museum. One of the works was reportedly dropped as they fled.

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Canada’s Carney Takes Calculated Risk in US Trade WarEconomy

Canada has imposed tariffs of up to 50% on hundreds of US products as Prime Minister Mark Carney bets that standing up to President Donald Trump will strengthen Ottawa’s negotiating position. The US response remains unclear.

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Airlines race to clear backlog as Indonesia airports reopen after volcanic ash clearsWorld

Flights have resumed at several major Indonesian airports after a volcanic eruption grounded nearly 3,000 flights for days and disrupted travel for more than 340,000 people. Airlines are now working to move stranded passengers and resolve cancelled flights, while up to 10 alternative airports will help absorb disrupted rotations through shuttle and rail links.

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President’s posts spark backlashPolitics

President Donald Trump posted more than 100 times on social media over the weekend, according to an ABC News count, unleashing insults, taunts and memes that sparked a backlash.

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UK declares Israeli occupation unlawful and bans imports from illegal settlementsPolitics

Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband told the House of Commons that the UK now considers Israel’s occupation of Palestinian territories unlawful. In a major policy shift, Britain will ban imports from illegal settlements, act against companies and individuals aiding settlement expansion, prohibit their advertising in the UK and apply a “double lock” to arms sales that materially contribute to such activity.

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New Hampshire voters pick 2026 midterm candidatesPolitics

New Hampshire voters are taking part in 2026 primary contests, including a Democratic Senate race where a late surge by a progressive challenger threatens to complicate Representative Chris Pappas’s nomination bid. They will also choose Republican Senate and candidates for two House seats ahead of the November 3 general election.

FFrance 24 English
‘The age of cultural resurgence’: Africa’s mother tongues find new lifeCulture

Indigenous languages across Africa, once marginalised under colonial rule, are attracting renewed interest from younger generations, particularly in the diaspora. Modern technology is creating new ways for people to reconnect with their heritage and older family members.

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Bank of Japan to accelerate rate hikesEconomy

The yen has climbed to a seven-month high just weeks after reaching a four-decade low. Rabobank’s Jane Foley said markets now expect the Bank of Japan to speed up rate increases, though she still considers a 50-basis-point hike next week unlikely.

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Markets Brace for PPI and CPI Reports This WeekEconomy

Despite a shortened trading week, two inflation reports could significantly move markets and influence the Federal Reserve’s next decision. The PPI report is due Thursday, followed by the August CPI report on Friday.

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What is the West Bank and why is it occupied by Israel?World

UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband says Britain will prohibit imports from Israeli settlements in the illegally occupied West Bank. The decision comes as Israel plans 1,200 new homes there; BBC journalist Jeremy Bowen examines the territory’s history and future.

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