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Silvio Berlusconi, scandal-scarred ex-Italian leader, dies at 86, according to his TV network

13 Sept 13:21 Key points summarised by AI

Silvio Berlusconi, the controversial former Italian Prime Minister and media mogul, died at 86 following a battle with chronic leukemia.
He served as Italy's longest-serving premier across three terms, leveraging his vast media empire to launch a political career that profoundly reshaped the nation's political landscape.
Despite numerous scandals, including 'bunga bunga' parties and corruption allegations, he largely avoided severe legal repercussions due to Italy's slow justice system, facing only one conviction for tax fraud.
His divisive legacy is marked by a pioneering populist political style, a notable friendship with Vladimir Putin, and frequent comparisons to Donald Trump for their similar business-to-politics trajectories and flamboyant personas.
Berlusconi's influence extended beyond politics, revolutionizing Italian television and leaving a significant impact on the country's economy, sports, and broader culture.

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.