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At least 21 dead after Italian bus carrying tourists falls from Venice overpass

21 Sept 02:41 Key points summarised by AI

A tourist bus carrying 40 passengers plunged 15 meters from an overpass near Venice, Italy, resulting in at least 21 fatalities and 18 injuries.
The accident, which occurred in the Mestre district around 7:45 p.m. local time, saw the bus catch fire, with victims including children and passengers from multiple countries.
Authorities are investigating the cause, with a preliminary inquiry suggesting the 40-year-old Italian driver, who was among the dead, may have been taken ill before the crash.
Venice officials described the scene as an "appalling tragedy" and "apocalyptic," as rescuers worked to remove the wreckage and ensure no more passengers were trapped.

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.