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Rise in babies in care proceedings raises fears of unnecessary adoptions, experts saySociety

Experts say the number of children in England entering care proceedings before their first birthday remains persistently high. Figures from Lancaster and Oxford universities show a 64% rise over two decades, affecting one in 118 infants; cases peaked during Covid, then eased slightly and levelled off.

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Mass demonstrations continue in France over school conditionsSociety

Nationwide protests over school conditions are continuing in France. Demonstrators are demanding action on understaffed schools and dilapidated classrooms. The protests turned violent in Lyon earlier Tuesday, when police used tear gas on crowds.

TTRT World
Far-right man elected speaker of Saxony-Anhalt state parliamentPolitics12:45

The AfD has become the first far-right party since World War II to win the speaker’s post in a German state parliament. It made the breakthrough in Saxony-Anhalt after a landslide in last month’s election, and is now seeking to lead the state government.

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British man arrested in RAF Fairford incident investigationWorld

Counter-terrorism police say a 22-year-old British national was arrested in Westminster, London, on suspicion of preparing terrorist acts linked to an incident near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire last month. He is the seventh person arrested in the investigation; the other six men were released on bail.

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Heavy police presence as students prepare to march in ParisWorld

French students are continuing protests over classroom conditions, with a major march due to leave central Paris this afternoon. After earlier protests were marred by violence, a heavy police presence is already in place as demonstrators prepare to set off.

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Why Ray Dalio Sees a Risk of a US Debt CrisisEconomy25:47

Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio says he sees a possibility that the United States could face a debt crisis within three years.

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Yellen Calls US Treatment of Allies ‘Appalling’Economy

Former Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said Canada should retaliate against tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. Responding to former Canadian Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland, she called the US treatment of its allies appalling and said she understood why Canadians felt betrayed and angry.

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Televangelist Jim Bakker dies at 86Culture

Jim Bakker, who became famous through the PTL network in the 1970s and was later convicted of fraud and conspiracy, has died at 86, his wife, Lori Bakker, said.

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Trump approves firing-squad execution for Fort Hood killerPolitics3:21

Former U.S. Assistant Attorney Jim Trusty discusses President Donald Trump’s approval of a firing-squad execution for Fort Hood terrorist Nidal Hasan and outlines the legal process still to come.

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How serious is Germany’s new espionage scandal?World8:17

Germany’s former spy chief August Hanning has been arrested on suspicion of espionage. Prosecutors are examining allegations that classified information was obtained from within the country’s foreign intelligence service and sold, raising serious questions about security at the top of Germany’s intelligence establishment.

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Ray Dalio Warns of US Debt Crisis Within Three YearsEconomy8:37

Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio says the US is nearing the limits of its debt cycle and could face a crisis within three years as spending exceeds revenue. He warns that higher borrowing costs and weaker demand from major foreign buyers may squeeze lower-income borrowers first.

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Mexico pushes ahead with fracking despite environmental concernsEconomy

After months of consultations with energy experts, Mexico is preparing to exploit its shale oil and gas reserves through fracking, a highly controversial technique. It is already used for oil extraction in southeastern Veracruz, where communities have long reported pollution and environmental damage. Claudia Sheinbaum’s administration wants to reduce dependence on the United States and eventually achieve ene…

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This Morning’s Top Headlines – Oct. 6 | Morning News NOWPolitics

President Trump is intensifying his midterm campaign, making his fourth stop in a red state in five days. Cornell is facing growing student protests over its handling of an alleged sexual assault investigation, while more than 10,000 ICE officers are scheduled to receive additional training.

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