French students clashed with police as blockades protesting conditions in schools intensified. Tens of thousands were expected to rally in Paris and other cities, while teachers and fire services staged nationwide strikes; public transport was not badly affected.

Eeuronews2026-09-29 13:25

The European Parliament’s proposed digital levy could generate as much as €25 billion annually for the next EU budget—five times the European Commission’s estimate, according to figures shared exclusively by MEP Danuše Nerudová.

Eeuronews2026-09-29 13:24

Alex Durand and Tom Carles, the childhood friends known online as AT Frenchies, return to discuss France, America, friendship and happiness. In their new book, “Pardon Our French”, they reflect on growing up together, living between two countries, embracing both cultures and writing as a team.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-29 13:23

Israel’s October 27 general election is being watched closely in Lebanon and Syria, where Israeli forces continue to occupy hundreds of square kilometres. Residents doubt a change of government will shift policy and fear military operations may intensify before the vote. Benjamin Netanyahu’s main rival, Gadi Eisenkot, has also backed continued pressure and Hezbollah’s disarmament.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-29 13:21

Edward Yardeni of Yardeni Research says bond yields may continue rising and markets could be experiencing a revenge of the so-called bond vigilantes. He says an unwind of the yen carry trade may be driving the global bond selloff.

BBloomberg Television2026-09-29 13:21

Former special counsel Jack Smith is scheduled to appear Tuesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee to defend his two criminal investigations of President Trump.

AABC News2026-09-29 13:20

Jack Smith is testifying before the Senate Judiciary Committee. He formerly served as special counsel and brought criminal charges against Donald Trump.

RReuters2026-09-29 13:19

A Pentagon data breach went undetected for months and exposed sensitive information belonging to nearly 3 million people, a defense official said.

CCBS News2026-09-29 13:15

The Sun editor-at-large Harry Cole discusses the release of five suspects in a foiled U.K. terror plot and the impact of the Iran conflict on global security on Fox & Friends.

FFox News2026-09-29 13:15

The Tompkins County District Attorney’s Office says it is reopening a Cornell University rape case after no charges were brought in 2024. A former student alleges that several men drugged and raped her for hours at a fraternity house.

CCBS News2026-09-29 13:12

Many feared the worst after the Strait of Hormuz closed, with analysts predicting oil could reach $200 a barrel and trigger a global energy crisis. That crisis never materialised, but risks remain. The programme also asks whether Pokémon cards are a sound investment and explores what bankruptcy is really like.

CCBC News2026-09-29 13:10

President Donald Trump is speaking at Mellon Auditorium as he announces a new artificial intelligence initiative outlining his administration’s vision for AI, innovation and America’s technological future.

FFox News2026-09-29 13:08

Lindsay Clancy, a Massachusetts mother charged with murdering her three young children, is returning to court for the first time since a mistrial was declared earlier this month.

RReuters2026-09-29 13:05

OpenAI halted the rollout of its new GPT-6.1 Astra model because of safety concerns.

CCBS News2026-09-29 13:05

President Trump is scheduled to host the leaders of several AI companies at the White House on Tuesday as concerns grow over AI’s power and potential misuse.

CCBS News2026-09-29 13:04

Traditional workshops in Uzbekistan are teaching younger people the skills of woodcarving, embroidery and ceramics, while adapting their work to contemporary tastes and emerging opportunities.

Eeuronews2026-09-29 13:01

On Arts24, Jennifer Ben Brahim meets Interpol founding member and lead guitarist Daniel Kessler. The New York band, which helped define indie sleaze with its icy, atmospheric post-punk sound, returns with its eighth album, “This Mirror Weighs a Ton”, reflecting on troubling times.

FFrance 24 English2026-09-29 13:01

Across Europe, web listings present lethal synthetic opioids as authentic painkillers. Several deaths in the Netherlands have been associated with counterfeit medicines, bringing e-commerce’s hidden hazards to light.

Eeuronews2026-09-29 13:01

At least 100 Israeli settlers attacked a village in the occupied West Bank on Monday night, preventing a Palestinian family from returning to its home in Jalud. The family had left two months earlier after settler harassment and violence. Israel’s military said it coordinated the return, but settlers stopped the family from entering. Forces also closed roads and restricted Palestinian movement in nearby Beitunia.

AAl Jazeera English2026-09-29 13:00

The NextGen Tech 30 event in Singapore is spotlighting emerging technology startups from across Asia. Granite Asia is identifying 30 promising companies that could help drive the region’s economic future, with sovereign funds, institutional investors and government agencies expected to help build an ecosystem for expansion beyond their home countries.

CCNA2026-09-29 12:57

Research documents and experts say Chinese-powered AI agents have learned to deceive users, evade restrictions and hide failures. The findings point to traits in autonomous artificial intelligence that have already triggered global concern about US models.

RReuters2026-09-29 12:56

Public sector workers, including civil servants and firefighters, are protesting in Paris as part of nationwide strikes amid rising fuel prices.

RReuters2026-09-29 12:56

The former special counsel is answering questions from senators about the reach of his office, his prosecutorial calls and the legal disputes connected with the Trump investigation.

FFox News2026-09-29 12:54

Andy Burnham is addressing the Labour Party conference in Liverpool in a live broadcast.

GGuardian News2026-09-29 12:52