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Death toll rises to 13 as rescuers search for the missing after Japan earthquake

13 Sept 04:42 Key points summarised by AI

A powerful Magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck Japan's southern Kyushu island, claiming 13 lives with rescue operations urgently continuing for the missing.
The quake caused significant localized damage, collapsing parts of a shopping mall and factory, disrupting airport operations, and derailing a train.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi pledged an all-out effort for rescue, deploying Self-Defense Forces and urging residents to remain cautious due to potential aftershocks.
Despite localized destruction, authorities confirmed no damage to nearby nuclear power plants or major public facilities and infrastructure.

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.