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Thousands message late Chinese COVID whistleblower doctor 2 years on

13 Sept 23:12 Key points summarised by AI

Dr. Li Wenliang, a Chinese ophthalmologist, became a COVID-19 whistleblower after sharing early warnings about a potential SARS-like virus in Wuhan on December 30, 2019.
Despite being reprimanded by local police for sharing information, Li contracted the virus and tragically died on February 7, 2020, sparking widespread grief and criticism of authorities' transparency.
Two years later, thousands continue to post messages of remembrance and gratitude on his Weibo account, transforming it into a vital online space for public expression in China.

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.