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Greece: Students march in Athens demanding more education funding

Thousands of pupils, students and teachers marched through central Athens on Thursday in a nationwide push for better-funded schools, joining a protest wave that has spread from France across southern Europe.

5 November 2026

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France: Up to 55,000 march in Lyon amid clashes and tear gas

Tens of thousands marched through Lyon area during a nationwide strike over wages and purchasing power. Police charged demonstrators and used tear gas as clashes erupted along the protest route.

5 November 2026

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France: Mass protests and school blockades mark fourth national strike

Hundreds of thousands joined a fourth nationwide day of protests across France. Police used tear gas outside a Paris school, while major demonstrations disrupted Marseille and Nantes.

5 November 2026

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Iran: Flames engulf banner depicting US and Israeli leaders

Demonstrators in Tehran burned a banner depicting US and Israeli leaders during rallies marking the 1979 US embassy takeover. The protests followed a major electoral setback for Donald Trump.

5 November 2026

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Ukraine: Russian drone and missile attack sparks fire in Kyiv region

A Russian strike on a logistics facility in Sofiivska Borshchahivka, in the Kyiv region, injured one man and sparked a major fire, with emergency crews battling the flames following an overnight attack involving 128 drones and two missiles.

5 November 2026

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Gaza: Displaced Palestinian builds wind turbine to generate electricity

A displaced Palestinian in Gaza has built a makeshift wind turbine to bring electricity to tents in Khan Younis. Unable to afford solar panels, he has found a way to harness the wind to power everyday essentials.

5 November 2026

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New Zealand: Dead whales found as rescuers battle mass stranding

Volunteers in New Zealand are working to save pilot whales stranded along the Wairarapa coast, near Cape Palliser. At least 14 have been helped back into the water, but many others have died along the remote coastline.

5 November 2026

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Spain: Madrid hosts 30th Ibero-American Summit with 22-nation bloc

Spain is hosting the 30th Ibero-American Summit in Madrid, bringing together leaders from Spanish- and Portuguese-speaking nations. The gathering aims to strengthen cooperation across Europe and Latin America.

4 November 2026

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Brazil: Santa Claus School celebrates graduation at Christ the Redeemer

Dozens of Santas gathered at Rio de Janeiro's iconic Christ the Redeemer statue to celebrate their graduation. The 55 new recruits are preparing to spread Christmas cheer across Brazil.

4 November 2026

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UK: Police arrest Palestine Action supporters outside Supreme Court

Police arrested supporters of Palestine Action outside the Supreme Court in London, United Kingdom, on Wednesday 4 November, as a legal battle over the British government's ban on the group resumed.

4 November 2026

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Ukraine: Police footage captures Russian strike on Komyshuvakha shelter

Bodycam footage from a police officer killed in the attack captures the moments before a Russian bomb strikes a shelter in Komyshuvakha, in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region, killing at least 37 people.

4 November 2026

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Portugal: Housing protesters return to Lisbon square after court ruling

Housing protesters have returned to Lisbon's historic Rossio Square, setting up around 100 tents following a court ruling. The demonstration comes as Portugal's government faces growing pressure over housing.

4 November 2026

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Ukraine: 33 dead, over 50 missing after Russian bombing in Zaporizhzhia

Russian strikes on a humanitarian aid site in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region have killed 33 people, with more than 50 still missing, on Monday 2 November. Survivors and rescuers are being treated for severe injuries.

4 November 2026

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US midterm elections: Cheers erupt as Talarico's Texas victory is projected

Supporters erupted in celebration in Austin as Democrat James Talarico was projected to win a US Senate seat in Texas, a state where his party has not won a Senate election since 1988.

4 November 2026

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Pakistan: Islamabad zoo introduces 'Coffee with Alpaca' attraction

Coffee with a side of alpacas? At a zoo near Islamabad, visitors can enjoy drinks and snacks while watching, feeding and petting the animals. The attraction features ten imported alpacas, a first for Pakistan according to the zoo.

30 October 2026

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Czech Republic: Meerkats and cheetah cubs play with Halloween pumpkins

Halloween has arrived at Prague Zoo, where meerkats are exploring pumpkins stuffed with worms and cheetah cubs are discovering seasonal toys. Four days of activities will bring treats to 14 animal species.

30 October 2026

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Italy: Thousands protest rising living costs and defence spending in general strike

Thousands of protesters marched through Rome, Italy, on Friday, 30 October, during a general strike called by the left-wing Unione Sindacale di Base (USB) trade union.

30 October 2026

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Indonesia: nine orangutans rescued from wildfires return to the forest

Nine orangutans rescued from devastating wildfires in Indonesian Borneo have returned to the forest after weeks of rehabilitation. Among them are four mothers with their young, including three females expecting another baby.

30 October 2026

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US: flowers laid at Patrick Stewart's Hollywood star after his death

Flowers have been placed at Patrick Stewart's Hollywood Walk of Fame star following reports of the British actor's death at 86. Visitors gather in Los Angeles to remember his celebrated screen roles.

30 October 2026

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US: Trump hands out sweets as Air Force One soars overhead

Donald and Melania Trump welcomed children in Halloween costumes to the White House on Thursday. The couple handed out sweets, posed for photographs and watched Air Force One fly overhead.

30 October 2026