UN ditches Mercator map to adopt more accurate one reflecting Africa's true size
The UN General Assembly on Friday voted to shift away from the 16th-century Mercator map, designed by Flemish cartographer Gerardus Mercator, for a more accurate one reflecting the true size of continents. The resolution, spearheaded by several African countries and co-sponsored by France, was backed by 164 countries.…
Bron: France 24 (france24.com). Nieuwskoerier vat het nieuws samen en verwijst door naar de uitgever; alle rechten op het volledige artikel berusten bij de bron.
Meer international
US midterms mark 'the beginning of the end' for Trump, John Bolton says
In an interview with FRANCE 24, John Bolton, who served as national security adviser to Donald Trump during his first term, called the US midterm results "the beginning of the end" for Trump's stranglehold on the Republican Party. Democrats regained control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate earlier…
Switzerland: Giant banner targets Big Tech outside data centre site
Greenpeace activists unfurled a giant 26-by-26-metre banner outside a data centre construction site in Beringen, northeastern Switzerland, on Friday 6 November, protesting against the growing environmental impact of major technology companies.
Tesla to 'wind down' production of flop Cybertruck
Elon Musk's electric pickup for the future will start to be consigned to the past next year. Styled like something out of "Mad Max" movies, the Cybertruck could only pass regulatory standards in more permissive markets.
Tanzania’s Opposition Leader Gets a Four-Year Sentence
Tundu Lissu was found guilty of incitement for statements he had made ahead of a presidential election in October 2025.
US prosecutor who led Trump-backed election probe exits Justice Department
Jason Reding Quinones' resignation comes as administration braces for Democrat-led investigations.
Latest news bulletin | November 6th, 2026 – Evening
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 6th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Europe: What we know about the hoax bomb threats disrupting flights
Dozens of European flights have been disrupted this week after bomb threats were sent in to various airports, with fighter planes escorting many civilian aircraft after threats were called in mid-flight.
Paraguay resumes Pena impeachment proceedings as financial crisis deepens
Political turmoil comes after a digital bank's failure has left half the population without access to their accounts.
Dozens of Democrats eyeing 2028 presidential run, says former Obama aide
Jim Messina tells the BBC that after Democrats' midterm victories he's talked to "over two dozen campaigns", with some already hiring staff.
British comedian Russell Brand found guilty of rape and three sexual assaults
British comedian Russell Brand was on Thursday, November 5, found guilty of rape and three sexual assaults by a London jury, including a 16-year-old girl. He now faces "significant" prison time, according to the judge.
Pressure mounts on US Defence chief Hegseth after Republican election rout
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is under growing pressure, with victorious Democrats planning to target him in Congress and Republicans blaming the Iran war he championed for their election losses. President Donald Trump has stood by Hegseth so far, insisting he's doing "a very good job". But Trump and Vice…
'Trump is a very dangerous person for the world': EU's former top diplomat Josep Borrell
In an interview with Talking Europe, the EU's former top diplomat Josep Borrell reacts to the Democrats' victory in the US midterm elections, warning that US President Donald Trump is still "a very dangerous person for the world".
Taiwan to close representative office in Papua New Guinea, blames China
Amid the fallout, Taiwan says it will stop purchases of liquefied natural gas from Port Moresby.
Spain: Vintage cars hit the streets of Almería for annual rally
Around 40 vintage and classic cars have taken to the streets of Almería for the 36th edition of an annual rally. From a rare 1905 Vermorel to a DeLorean, the event celebrates more than a century of motoring history.
Data center protesters break into Microsoft site in Amsterdam
Protesters are demanding a pause in data center construction in Europe. Campaigners planning protests in 16 countries say the AI building boom threatens water supplies, power grids and climate goals.
'Chaos within aviation industry' as European air traffic hit by bomb threats
Officials across Europe reported a fresh slew of bomb threats against multiple flights on Friday, November 6, following a string of hoaxes that have caused flight diversions this week. Two broadcasters also received security threats, in a possible sign the menace was spreading beyond the skies. FRANCE 24's…
0 reacties
Praat mee over dit bericht — respectvol en on-topic.
Praat mee — maak in één tik een gratis account en reageer direct op dit artikel.