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21 die in extreme weather in China ultramarathon

13 Sept 09:03 Key points summarised by AI

Twenty-one runners tragically died during a 100-kilometer mountain ultramarathon in northwestern China, succumbing to hail, freezing rain, and gale-force winds at high altitudes.
A large-scale overnight rescue operation involving over 700 personnel confirmed 151 participants safe, but 21 fatalities were reported among the 172 total runners.
Baiyin city Mayor Zhang Xuchen issued a profound apology as the event organizer, promising a full investigation into the disaster that caught even experienced runners unprepared.

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.