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Nine killed by employee in California rail yard mass shooting

13 Sept 13:38 Key points summarised by AI

A public transit employee fatally shot eight co-workers at a San Jose rail yard before turning the gun on himself as police arrived; one victim later died, bringing the total to nine.
The shooter, identified as Samuel Cassidy, was an employee of the Valley Transportation Authority (VTA), and authorities are investigating a linked house fire at his residence and potential explosives at the crime scene.
The horrific incident reignited the national gun control debate, with President Biden and California Governor Gavin Newsom urging immediate action to address gun violence.
The tragedy deeply impacted the San Jose community, with officials expressing profound sorrow for the victims, many of whom were essential workers, and a vigil planned to honor them.

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.