Dozens missing after Venezuela floods, death toll rises

13 Sept 14:34 Key points summarised by AI

Devastating floods in Las Tejerias, Venezuela, have left 43 confirmed dead and up to 100 feared, with 56 people still reported missing.
Hundreds of residents are desperately searching for missing relatives amidst the destruction, as over 1,000 homes were destroyed or damaged, leaving many homeless.
The town remains without running water, despite restored electricity, as survivors grapple with immense loss and the ongoing search for loved ones.

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.