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Spain: Local authorities confirm at least 10 dead in train accident

Two trains travelling in opposite directions have collided in southern Spain, on the route between Madrid and Seville. At least 10 deaths have been confirmed, although some media reports put the toll as high as 39. The crash brings back painful memories of a deadly train accident in Córdoba in January. The cause of the collision remains unknown. France 24 correspondent Sarah Morris joins us live from Madrid with the latest.

28 Oct 2026, 10:49 UTC

Business

Melania Trump-brokered local ceasefire begins as Russia continues attacks on Ukraine

An Oleshky ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump began Tuesday as Russia launched missiles and drones at cities across Ukraine.

27 Oct 2026, 11:22 UTC

Politics

France: Anti-far-right protest in Orleans

Far-right candidate Marine Le Pen is officially launching her presidential campaign this weekend at the National Rally’s two-day party congress in Orléans, where thousands of supporters are expected to attend. Local authorities have put exceptional security measures in place as anti-far-right demonstrations take place in the city.

24 Oct 2026, 14:18 UTC

World

France: Local curfews imposed after protests

French cities that imposed a curfew Monday saw a generally calm night, after October 17 protests devolved into violent riots this past weekend. Despite criticism from citizens, France's government said it is maintaining the measure where necessary on Tuesday night.

20 Oct 2026, 17:47 UTC

World

More than 150 killed in Sudan drone strike on disputed Abyei border region

At least 153 people have been killed in a drone strike on a market in the disputed Abyei region, where a fire at a nearby fuel depot continued to burn on Tuesday. Local officials blamed Sudan’s military for Monday’s attack, which also left dozens injured.

20 Oct 2026, 17:47 UTC

World

Paris police clash with demonstrators and looters as protests continue

Paris police clashed with protesters and looters on Sunday as France reeled from nationwide demonstrations over the cost of living a day earlier that saw nearly 2,400 people arrested. Local authorities said that some 550,000 people took part in protests across France on Saturday, while organisers counted about 800,000.

18 Oct 2026, 20:03 UTC

Sports

The bitter local rivalry fuelled by a 22-year wait

MK Dons will host Luton Town for the first time since 2004 on Saturday.

16 Oct 2026, 10:15 UTC

Politics

Labour to break from Green council groups that back Zionism policy

Labour says it will end power-sharing deals with councillors that do not disown the party's new stance.

15 Oct 2026, 12:52 UTC

World

School roof collapse in Pakistan's Peshawar kills dozens of students and one teacher

Local authorities said more than 50 other people were injured in the disaster. Roof collapses have become increasingly common in Pakistan.

15 Oct 2026, 10:52 UTC

World

School roof collapse in Pakistan's Peshawar kills at least 27 students, one teacher

Local authorities said more than three dozen other people were injured in the disaster. Roof collapses have become increasingly common in Pakistan.

15 Oct 2026, 08:50 UTC

World

School roof collapse in Pakistan's Peshawar kills at least 17 students

Local authorities said at least 17 people were killed in the disaster and 12 injured. Roof collapses have become increasingly common in Pakistan.

15 Oct 2026, 07:49 UTC

Business

BlackRock's Larry Fink warns a data center moratorium could trigger a recession

Local opposition to data center construction has been a feature of the midterm elections set for Tuesday, Nov. 3.

14 Oct 2026, 16:20 UTC

World

A look at Qatar’s local, regional and global autism initiatives

In 2025, the Qatar Foundation launched a 10-year autism strategy to provide lifelong support for individuals with autism

13 Oct 2026, 10:53 UTC

World

US: Man killed in Six Flags roller coaster incident

Local media showed passengers being evacuated from the Goliath coaster, which reaches a maximum height of 61 meters and speeds of up to 113 km/h.

13 Oct 2026, 03:58 UTC

World

Turning a place into a home is a race of obstacles: from technical requirements to time

This option may be a fiasco if the obstacles to be faced as standards, permissions and specifications are not taken into account

10 Oct 2026, 04:55 UTC

Politics

Voting to begin in local elections in the Czech Republic

The vote is being seen as a test of popularity for Prime Minister Andrej Babis's government.

9 Oct 2026, 12:32 UTC

Business

Funding to help more people access healthy food

Local authorities in Hull and Lincolnshire have each been given £220,000.

8 Oct 2026, 05:44 UTC

Business

Burger King is betting on local franchisees to fuel its U.S. comeback

Burger King is refranchising hundreds of its company-owned restaurants as part of its turnaround, while prioritizing local operators.

2 Oct 2026, 11:32 UTC

Politics

A VIP penthouse for the Ayuso Government at a friend price: "Maid room," two garage spaces and 286 m ² per 3,000 euros per month

The rental of Planifica on the floor, where protests began after the eviction of Maricarsen, was signed "below" the average of the area, which would have raised the price by 146%

29 Sept 2026, 07:34 UTC

World

Somali army clashes with local forces for control of Baidoa

The latest outbreak of fighting in the South West State city stranded civilians unable to flee or reach hospitals.

28 Sept 2026, 18:32 UTC