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Powerful Indonesia quake kills at least 34, topples buildings

13 Sept 13:53 Key points summarised by AI

A powerful 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Sulawesi island, claiming at least 34 lives and causing extensive damage, including the collapse of a hospital.
Hundreds were injured, and rescuers are actively searching for trapped individuals beneath the rubble in Mamuju city and surrounding areas.
Authorities issued urgent warnings for strong aftershocks and potential tsunamis, triggering widespread panic among the island's residents.
The event underscores Indonesia's high seismic activity due to its location on the Pacific 'Ring of Fire', recalling past devastating quakes and tsunamis.

19 Oct 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.