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Biden makes history by joining US picket line

23 Sept 03:12 Key points summarised by AI

President Joe Biden made history by becoming the first sitting US president to join a picket line, standing with striking United Auto Workers (UAW) in Michigan.
Biden's symbolic visit aimed to bolster his pro-union credentials and secure blue-collar votes, directly contrasting with likely 2024 rival Donald Trump, who also plans a Michigan visit.
Addressing the workers with a bullhorn, Biden expressed strong support for their demands, including a 40% pay increase, while Trump criticizes Biden's electric vehicle policies and plans to visit a non-union auto plant.

19 Oct 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.