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Arrests over France protests rise to 1,800, with whole streets in Paris ‘devastated’ – as it happened

Interior minister says ‘the Republic will not yield’ to France’s worst protests in years

The Guardian - UK · Oct 18

France's 140 year old Town Hall survived two World Wars but succumbed to protesters' fury

A 143-year-old town hall in the French city of Limoges, which served as a hub for resistance activities during Nazi occupation and hosted Belgium’s government-in-exile in 1940, has been largely destroyed after protesters set it ablaze during violent demonstrations over the cost of living, school conditions and public services.

The Times of India · Oct 18

Canada revives Express Entry job offer points; Indian workers in high-wage jobs could gain an edge

In a significant move, Canada is modifying its approach to ranking skilled immigrants applying for permanent residency, set to be implemented by November 2026. The revised system will favour candidates with Canadian work experience in high-paying sectors and valid job offers. This policy aims to draw in skilled workers capable…

The Economic Times · Oct 18

'Don't stand on roof, balconies': India urges nationals in Saudi amid Houthi strikes

The Indian embassy in Riyadh on Sunday urged Indian nationals in Saudi Arabia to follow updated emergency safety instructions issued by Saudi authorities amid heightened security concerns following strikes by Iran-backed Houthi rebels.

The Times of India · Oct 18

An extraordinary life: descendant welcomes biography of woman ‘gifted’ to Queen Victoria

A girl called Àìná was captured by an African king and later taken to England to become Sarah Forbes Bonetta, protege of the imperial monarch

The Guardian - UK · Oct 18

Attacked from the sky: Sudanese goldminers count deadly cost of eking out a living on the Egypt border

As civil war has left their country in ruins, many young Sudanese have turned to artisanal mining. An airstrike last week killed more than 100 and has provoked anger against Egypt, seen as the likely suspect

The Guardian - UK · Oct 18

Buckinghamshire wildlife garden features a natural pond with frogs and bats

A place where the daily swim could begin at the back door, surrounded by dragonflies and flowering plants, even in winter, was the dream of two owners in south Buckinghamshire, who work in the veterinary sector and wanted a garden connected to the surrounding fields. Garden designer Rachel Platt answered…

The Times of India · Oct 18

India asks its nationals in Saudi Arabia to follow safety directives amid security concerns

The Indian Embassy in Riyadh has issued emergency instructions following attacks by Yemen's Houthi rebels. Indian nationals are advised to take shelter indoors when receiving alerts for safety. Following a recent attack, an Indian national was killed, raising security concerns for expatriates.

The Economic Times · Oct 18

Mother left two sons out of her will after family dispute; New Jersey court sides with daughters

A New Jersey mother who initially planned to divide her estate equally among her four children changed her will in 2016, excluding both sons after their relationship deteriorated. Following her death in 2024, the sons challenged the decision, alleging that their sisters had influenced her. One daughter had been her…

The Times of India · Oct 18

Months-long Indonesia wildfires spew toxic haze across Southeast Asia

Parts of southern Southeast Asia have been put under the highest-level haze alert as wildfires that have swept Indonesia for months continue to belch toxic smoke across the region. The seasonal wildfires are worse this year due to the drought conditions caused by a severe "super-El Nino" effect.

France 24 · Oct 18