Amerigo Vespucci, classic Italian ship visits Phuket

13 Sept 05:20 Key points summarised by AI

The Italian Navy's 'Amerigo Vespucci,' renowned as the "most beautiful ship in the world," is currently docked in Phuket, Thailand, as part of its second global tour.
This historic vessel, launched in 1931 and the oldest in Italian Navy service, is open for public visits until Sunday, offering a unique opportunity to explore its decks.
Manned by a crew of approximately 300, including cadets, the three-masted sailing ship serves as a crucial training platform for naval academy students and various sailing associations.

Macron condemns those who 'sought to bring down the Republic' after rioting mars nationwide protests

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.