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Woman Dies in Sinking Car After Emergency Services Call Fails To Save Her as Toxic Water Blocks Rescue Divers

Sheila Harris died after her vehicle entered contaminated water near Buffington Harbor in Gary, Indiana. Emergency crews located the car but needed specialised equipment before recovering it.

International Business Times UK · Oct 20

Lisbon police arrest 55 housing protesters and clear Rossio tent camp

Demonstrators accuse the government of making evictions easier and vow to return to the streets, as the movement draws inspiration from neighbouring Spain.

Euronews · Oct 20

Fireworks, petrol bombs and water cannon as unrest escalates in Albania

Protesters threw petrol bombs and fireworks at police in Tirana on Monday, as anti-government demonstrations escalated and riot police responded with water cannon, tear gas and rubber bullets.

Euronews · Oct 20

Who Were The Pep Boys, Anyway?

Pep Boys began in Philadelphia in 1921, but the name has a surprising origin involving an auto part, a police officer, and three men.

Motor1 · Oct 20

Albania's PM Edi Rama blames 'hybrid war' for fuelling unrest across the country

The anti-government protests in the Balkan nation began over a controversial resort development in an ecologically protected area linked to US President Donald Trump's family.

Euronews · Oct 20

France arrests man linked to ultra-left over town hall fire during riots

A suspect connected to the fire that destroyed the historic town hall in Limoges has been arrested. This incident occurred during nationwide protests against the rising cost of living and school conditions. The arson of the town hall, dating back to 1883, has drawn significant attention from the authorities. Anti-terror…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

The curious case of protesters’ missing phones: Neither FIR for ‘snatching’, nor memo for ‘seizure’

Amid the recent protests and thousands of detentions in Delhi, at least 24 mobile phones belonging to detainees remain unaccounted for.

Newslaundry · Oct 20

First Thing: Federal efforts over alleged noncitizen voting escalate with California arrests

The DoJ has charged 28 green card holders in California, accusing them of fraudulently registering to vote. Plus, is the world really ready for AI actors?

The Guardian - UK · Oct 20

In Brazil, a stolen phone can cost more than money — and shape an election

Cellphone theft remains a significant concern for many Brazilians amid a decline in overall crime rates. In Sao Paulo, where phone thefts are highly prevalent, both presidential candidates are responding to public unease. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has introduced increased penalties for phone theft, while challenger Flavio Bolsonaro…

The Economic Times · Oct 20

Who Is Helen Haines? Australian MP Loses Leg After Alleged Attack as Leaders Raise Concerns Over Politicians' Safety

Australian MP Helen Haines lost a leg after being struck by a vehicle in Wangaratta, as police investigate the incident and leaders raise concerns about politicians' safety

International Business Times UK · Oct 20