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Obama tests positive for COVID-19, says he's 'feeling fine'

20 Sept 14:13 Key points summarised by AI

Former President Barack Obama confirmed he tested positive for COVID-19, reporting only a scratchy throat and feeling otherwise well.
Obama highlighted his gratitude for being vaccinated and boosted, encouraging other Americans to get vaccinated despite the declining infection rates.

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.