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1. Man jailed for piloting Channel boat carrying 26 others

   Jemal Abdela pleaded guilty to endangering others on a Channel boat carrying 26 passengers, including six children.

   New · 3 Oct, 00:35GeneralGBWORLDOther conflicts1 min read—

2. More than 500 French schools disrupted amid student protests

   More than 500 schools are facing disruption, while France’s education ministry says at least 65 staff members have been injured in the unrest.

   Updated · 2 Oct, 18:52GeneralFRWORLDEurope4 min read—

3. Book says Willem II considered proposal to sell Borneo to France

   The proposal was dropped amid concerns that it would damage relations with Britain, whose interest in Borneo was growing.

   New · 2 Oct, 16:12CultureNLWORLDEurope1 min read—

4. European Commission rejects prospect of US diesel export ban

   A Commission spokesperson warned that a US diesel export ban would damage trust, as EU officials discuss high prices and possible stock releases.

   Updated · 2 Oct, 16:00EconomyUSAWORLDTrump2 min read—

5. French region estimates €25m–€30m damage from education protests

   Authorities in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes estimate damage from the continuing education protests at €25m–€30m.

   Updated · 2 Oct, 08:40GeneralFRWORLDEurope2 min read—

6. French warship escorts about 10 vessels through Bab al-Mandeb

   A French army spokesperson says the warship escorted about 10 vessels in a week, while the EU says ships are waiting for protection.

   New · 2 Oct, 05:04WarFRWORLDOther conflicts1 min read—

7. France proposes tax rises and spending cuts to tackle debt

   France’s government has proposed tax rises and spending cuts as it seeks to reduce its budget deficit and manage a growing debt burden.

   New · 2 Oct, 03:01EconomyFRWORLDEurope1 min read—

8. Couple describe violent cryptocurrency robbery at their home

   A couple have described threats to their unborn baby during a December 2025 cryptocurrency robbery. A reward is being offered for information leading to arrests and convictions.

   New · 2 Oct, 02:46TECHGBWORLDEurope1 min read—