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Major US bridge collapses as cargo ship plows into pylon

13 Sept 21:27 Key points summarised by AI

A cargo ship, the Dali, lost power and collided with a support pylon of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, causing its immediate collapse.
Six construction workers are missing following the disaster, though quick action by authorities after a Mayday call prevented further casualties by stopping bridge traffic.
The incident, deemed an accident, has shut down one of the busiest US commercial harbors, severely disrupting maritime traffic and impacting the local economy.
President Biden has pledged federal support to rebuild the vital bridge and reopen the Port of Baltimore, acknowledging the significant time and effort required.

Yesterday 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.