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Britain aims to reset EU trade ties to boost growth, says minister

Britain aims to reset its EU trade ties, essential for reviving growth, according to Trade Minister Douglas Alexander. Brexit caused "significant disruption" to UK trade, necessitating a recalibration of its global outlook. Alexander met the WTO head in Geneva to discuss a revamped UK trade strategy, set for release in spring 2025.

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Putin seeks unity at BRICS summit to challenge Western 'hegemony'

Two dozen world leaders, including China's Xi Jinping, India's Narendra Modi, and Turkey's Recep Tayyip Erdogan, are gathering in Kazan, Russia, for summit of the BRICS group between October 22-24. The event is Russia's largest diplomatic gathering since its invasion of Ukraine, showcasing Moscow's defiance of Western isolation.

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Hurricane Oscar leaves six dead in Cuba during power blackout

Cuba's capital remains paralysed as the island braces for a fourth night of blackouts after Hurricane Oscar's landfall. Protests erupted in urban areas like Havana, with residents banging pots, blocking streets, and demanding water. The government issued stern warnings against unrest, while six people have been reported dead due to the storm's impact.

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Peru ex-president Toledo sentenced to more than 20 years for corruption

Former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo was sentenced to 20 years and six months in prison for accepting bribes from Brazilian construction firm Odebrecht. The conviction, related to the Lava Jato corruption scandal, marks a major milestone in Peru's anti-corruption efforts. Toledo, 78, governed Peru from 2001 to 2006.

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Live: Blinken heads to Israel to revive Gaza ceasefire talks after Sinwar death

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Israel on Tuesday on a new push for an elusive Gaza ceasefire two weeks before the US elections, seeing a new opportunity from Israel's killing of Hamas's leader. It will be the 11th trip to the Middle East by the top US diplomat since the war broke […]

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N.Korea sending troops to Ukraine would be 'dangerous' development, warns US

Washington warned that North Korea sending troops to support Russia in Ukraine would be a dangerous development, following reports from Seoul. US ambassador Robert Wood told the UN this deepens the DPRK-Russia military ties, and consultations with allies are underway regarding the implications of this move.

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Cuba never recovered from Covid, Trump sanctions, expert says

Electricity has been restored to almost 90% of Havana residents four days after a nationwide blackout hit Cuba. Several Cuban provinces were still without power, after the collapse of the nation's largest power plant caused lights to go out across the island on Friday. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks to William LeoGrande, Professor of Government […]

Sharon GAFFNEY

Mozambique: police and protesters clash in Maputo after disputed election

It's been a day of unrest in Maputo, Mozambique, in the wake of the killing of two members of the political opposition on Saturday. This Monday, police fired tear gas at protesters, who were demonstrating against the killings and what they say is electoral fraud. Meanwhile, it's been six weeks since the Ugandan Olympian Rebecca […]

Nadia MASSIH

Moldova’s president bet big on the EU referendum. It may cost her dearly

Moldova has voted to enshrine its EU membership aspirations in the nation’s constitution by a razor-thin margin after a campaign awash with accusations of Russian interference and political repression. It’s an awkward moment for President Maia Sandu, who organised the vote to coincide with her own bid for re-election – and failed to win the […]

Paul MILLAR

What we know about the ‘UNRWA ID’ allegedly found amidst Sinwar’s belongings

Israeli media said last week that two men killed alongside Hamas head Yahya Sinwar were his bodyguards, and that one of them worked for UNRWA. It later posted photos of items allegedly found at the scene, including an “UNRWA ID” causing online furore that the UN agency is linked to Hamas or that Sinwar was […]

Vedika BAHL

Let’s check the Czech Beers landing in France, thanks to Les Bières Tchèques!

Have a stay in the Ker Moor Hotel in Saint-Quay-Portrieux, on the way to Saint-Brieuc and its amazing Maison Saint-Yves

From the Beauport Abbey, passing by the GwinZegal art center, until La Roche Jagu castle, discover the Côtes d’Armor through Les Minutes Bleues festival

Take some good time in Alsace at Le Parc Hôtel Obernai and its Yonaguni Spa, bordered by the Route des Vins

Why not diving into the Arcachon Bay, within Les 12 de Larros Hotel in Gujan-Mestras, nearby La Maison de l’Huître!

More culture in Nîmes with the Vieux Nîmes, Beaux Arts and Carré d’Art Museums, before swimming at the C-Suites Hotel!

Ulysse Nardin welcomes the new Freak One Navy Blue watch, in its Freak timepiece collection

Oh My Cream associates with RoseUp for Pink October, unveiling new cosmetics from Violette, Barbara Sturm, Oryza, Talm, Sunday Riley, Ilia and Huages

Laurence Xu enhances the Prince Gong’s Mansion in his Paris Fashion Show in Salle Wagram

Highlighted by Luxus Magazine, let’s learn more about the French painter Charles Belle with an interview

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