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Meta Finally Explains No Kings Suspension as AI Tool Triggers Bot Alarm During Protests

Meta says a Claude AI tool triggered the mistaken suspension of the No Kings Instagram account, but who was behind the activity remains a mystery.

International Business Times UK · Oct 19

Watch: Calm couple, unfazed jogger defy chaos on streets of France

France is currently facing significant protests driven by rising living costs and deteriorating public services. While some residents appear unfazed by the chaos, many cities have witnessed violent rioting and looting. The government has implemented tighter security measures after over 2,400 individuals were arrested during recent unrest. Prime Minister Sébastien…

The Times of India · Oct 19

France's PM Lecornu Calls for Partial Curfews and Blames 'Ultra-Left' for Violence After Mass Arrests

France plans targeted curfews after weekend demonstrations escalated into riots, with at least 2,400 arrests, nearly 1,000 injured officers and severe damage to public buildings.

International Business Times UK · Oct 19

Buildings ablaze, petrol bombs hurled at parliament: 10 visuals show chaos of Albania protests

Protests in Tirana against Prime Minister Rama have escalated, marked by violent confrontations between crowds and law enforcement. Frustrated by rampant corruption and expensive university tuition, protesters have hurled stones and petrol bombs. In reaction, police have unleashed water cannons and tear gas to control the situation, resulting in multiple…

The Times of India · Oct 19

Serbian rector's phone was infected with spyware during student protests, group says

A digital rights group says spyware from an Israeli company targeted the phone of the head dean of Belgrade University

The Independent UK · Oct 19

‘We tried to levitate the Pentagon’: the almost unbelievable life of Ed Sanders, trickster god of the US counterculture

He gave Jimi Hendrix his gear, freaked out Frank Sinatra, inspired Norman Mailer – and tried to topple the American war machine. As a documentary about his band the Fugs comes out, the 87-year-old gives a rare interview

The Guardian - UK · Oct 19

France unrest: PM orders curfews, hints at declaring emergency; over 2,400 arrested

France has experienced significant unrest following protests over rising living costs and public services, resulting in violence and property damage. More than 2,400 people were arrested nationwide as rioters targeted shops, city halls, and public offices. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu instructed local authorities to consider curfews to prevent further violence…

The Times of India · Oct 19

First Thing: US ambassador in rare diplomatic break with Israel over attack on US journalist

Mike Huckabee condemns attack on Washington Post photojournalist that has drawn lukewarm response from Israeli authorities

The Guardian - UK · Oct 19

France imposes partial curfews in several cities, including parts of Paris

Interior minister concedes police ‘lost control’ of weekend protests as PM vows to restore public order

The Guardian - UK · Oct 19

French mayor calls for Notre Dame-style rebuild after historic town hall set on fire by rioters

Limoges’ mayor has threatened to resign unless central authorities fund the full restoration of the 19th-century landmark

The Independent UK · Oct 19