India confirms Asia's first monkeypox death

23 Sept 04:21 Key points summarised by AI

India confirmed its first monkeypox death, a 22-year-old man in Kerala, marking Asia's inaugural fatality in the current global outbreak.
This incident represents only the fourth known death worldwide from the disease, following fatalities in Spain and Brazil, as the WHO declared the outbreak a global health emergency.
The deceased had tested positive in the UAE before returning to India, prompting authorities to isolate 21 contacts, though none are currently showing symptoms.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

Today 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.