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Ancient Iraqi city of Babylon designated UNESCO World Heritage Site

13 Sept 21:10 Key points summarised by AI

The ancient city of Babylon, a historical landmark in Iraq, was officially designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site following decades of lobbying efforts by the Iraqi government.
This recognition underscores Babylon's profound significance as a 'cradle of civilization,' once a sprawling empire famed for architectural marvels like the Hanging Gardens and the Ishtar Gate.
The designation is expected to significantly boost tourism, enhance conservation efforts, and facilitate further archaeological exploration of the site, with the Iraqi government pledging funds.
Despite its new status, Babylon faces substantial conservation challenges due to past neglect, including shoddy reconstruction projects and damage sustained during military occupation.

Yesterday 12:56 Key points summarised by AI

President Macron condemned widespread rioting and looting during nationwide protests, blaming far-left activists and criminals for the "unrestrained violence" and vowing accountability for those who "sought to bring down the Republic."
Over 2,400 arrests were made as protests against rising living costs and poor school conditions escalated, causing extensive damage to public buildings and businesses in cities like Paris, Limoges (where City Hall burned), Marseille, and Lyon.
The unrest, which organizers hoped would revive the "yellow vest" movement, saw political leaders trade blame, with Macron instructing prefects to protect public buildings and potentially ban future protests to prevent further disorder.