International news in seven languages
Topic
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu on Monday warned that he was prepared to declare a state of emergency as authorities struggled to contain ongoing violence after looting affected thousands of businesses over the weekend. The unrest linked to a student protest movement comes months before France’s presidential election, raising concerns over public security and political stability.
The chairman of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee says families should not be taxed through no fault of their own.
Israel’s Arab-led and ultra-Orthodox parties face attacks but could hold the balance of power after October 27 vote.
Sergio Ramos could make a surprise return to football in Madrid, Bournemouth put a high price on Alex Scott, and Florian Wirtz is staying at Liverpool.
Astronomers have uncovered compelling evidence of two supermassive black holes spiraling toward a potentially spectacular collision at the center of galaxy Mrk 501. A previously unseen jet of particles revealed the likely presence of a second black hole, with observations suggesting the pair completes an orbit every 121 days. Depending on their masses, these cosmic giants could merge in as little as 100 years.
Eating too much salt may do more than raise blood pressure. It could also harm memory and social behavior. In a new study, Japanese researchers discovered that a soy-derived compound called LPC70 helped protect mice from several damaging effects of a high-salt diet. Mice given the supplement had lower blood pressure, better memory, and improved social interactions compared with mice consuming excess salt alone.
Engineer David Mummery has developed a tidal energy generator that he says can change lives for people living in coastal communities.
The Bank of England's deputy governor has warned that hedge funds' activities could raise the risk of a global bond market shock.
After nearly three decades as a bankruptcy judge, Sarah Sharer Curley writes about the legal process in her new book, "The Price of Forgiveness."
Scientists have discovered how to turn a protein that normally fuels cancer growth into a weapon against it. By activating PPARD in immune cells, researchers made them better at burning fat and attacking tumors, slowing or stopping cancer growth in laboratory experiments. The approach showed promise against colorectal, breast, and ovarian cancers, as well as melanoma.
Turkey's status as an emerging market is also at risk.
The Happy Mums Foundation supports women experiencing postpartum mental health challenges.
US media reports military considering plans to use GBU-43/B Massive Ordnance Air Blast Bomb (MOAB)
German gamblers may finally be able to beat the house, thanks to new court rulings in the EU and in Germany. The decisions could help gambling addicts — but the legal road might be difficult.
Labour says it will end power-sharing deals with councillors that do not disown the party's new stance.
German gamblers may finally be able to beat the house, thanks to new court rulings in the EU and a federal court. The decisions could help gambling addicts — but the legal road might be difficult.
The tournament is scheduled to begin on January 7 but could be moved by a year if needed, AFC president says.
France's soaring borrowing costs and political divisions raise fears of a wider Eurozone debt crisis.
Senior figures in European football tell BBC Sport they want former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger to run as a surprise candidate against Gianni Infantino.
New legislation is being tabled in Australia's parliament on Thursday to force big tech to allow users to switch off algorithms which send them recommended content.
