Bulgaria's battery boom: From zero to global leader
In under two years, Bulgaria has become one of the world's most battery-intensive energy markets. Can the surge last — and what will it mean for conventional power generators?
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Iranian President Pezeshkian brought a diplomatic tone to New York for UNGA. What did his remarks signal?
Iran's president used his trip to New York this week for the UN General Assembly to signal openness to talks over the nuclear dispute. However, the chances of a major breakthrough on the war remain low.
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Canadian-Haitian writer Thélyson Orélien stripped from Prix Goncourt longlist after AI claims
Canadian-Haitian novelist Thélyson Orélien was removed from the Prix Goncourt literary prize longlist following online claims that the book was largely written by artificial intelligence (AI), the organisers of France's top literary prize said Friday.
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After Xi-Trump summit, US-China rivalry remains frozen. Is this to Beijing's advantage?
The US president showcased White House construction projects and hosted a lavish dinner with tech CEOs, but the summit made little progress on key issues such as trade tensions and AI regulation.
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Fatalities on Indian roads: One death reported every three minutes
India has the second-largest road network in the world, spanning over 6 million kilometres. But these roads are silent killers, with one death reported every three minutes. Every day, headlines are filled with horror stories: drunk drivers mowing people down, school buses hit by speeding trucks killing children, buses…
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From 'Jungle' to jungles, migrants in Calais continue to dream of UK
October 2026 marks 10 years since the Calais "Jungle" in northern France was dismantled by French police. The camp was home to thousands of migrants who wanted to cross the Channel and reach the UK. A decade on, migrants continue to dream of reaching British shores and the "Jungle" has been replaced by many smaller…
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Ukraine: Deadly Russian drone strike hits central Kyiv
A Russian drone strike hit central Kyiv before 8am on 25 September, killing a 14-year-old and leaving rescue workers clearing rubble from damaged buildings. Residents said there was little time to react to the air raid sirens, as Russia's increasingly deadly drone attacks also struck logistics facilities and postal…
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Humanitarian crisis worsens in Ceuta as thousands remain stranded
People face harsh conditions, overcrowding, limited aid, and alleged abuse while awaiting decisions on their future.
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Pakistan, Turkiye edge closer towards joining Saudi war against Houthis
Pakistani and Turkish military chiefs head to Riyadh for urgent talks, but both countries remain cautious on involvement
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Ethiopia: what's driving the renewed violence in Tigray?
Tigray's rebel authorities say they are now in a "full-blown war" with the Ethiopian government, as fighting spreads into the neighbouring Amhara and Afar regions. Ethiopia's federal army says 272 rebels were killed and 260 wounded in the north, while FRANCE 24 spoke to Jervin Naidoo, Political Analyst at Oxford…
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Senegal: power cuts return as Dakar swelters in the heat
After years of largely stabilising its electricity supply, Senegal is once again facing power cuts, with outages returning to Dakar in September. The blackouts are fuelling frustration among residents as the capital endures a spell of intense heat.
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Ethiopia: Tigray rebels claim "full-blown war"
The Tigray People's Liberation Front says it is in a "full-blown war" with Ethiopia's federal government after seizing key airports and launching attacks into the neighbouring Amhara and Afar regions. The escalation comes days after the TPLF joined six other armed groups in a new alliance against the government,…
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Ethiopia: renewed Tigray fighting raises fears of return to civil war
Fears are mounting that Ethiopia could be sliding back towards civil war as fighting intensifies in the north, with the army saying it killed 272 TPLF fighters in Amhara while the rebels describe the conflict as a "full-blown war." The escalation comes after the TPLF joined a new alliance with six other armed groups.…
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France: Pope Leo XIV begins Paris diplomacy at the Élysée
Pope Leo XIV has arrived in Paris, and was welcomed at the Élysée Palace by French president Emmanuel Macron. They are having closed-door talks on international geopolitics, artificial intelligence and peace. The pontiff is then set to deliver a speech at the Élysée Palace. FRANCE 24's Luke Shrago has more.
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UN General Assembly live: Leaders from Lebanon, Iraq, Pakistan to speak
The US-Israel war on Iran will continue to be a focus as the UNGA enters its fourth day.
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South Africa fires up world’s biggest braai in bid for Guinness record
South Africa brought thousands of people together at Pretoria’s Loftus Versfeld Stadium on 24 September 2026 in a bid to reclaim the Guinness World Records title for the most people barbecuing simultaneously.
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Jay-Z rape accuser says her allegation was false
A woman who accused Jay-Z of raping her when she was 13 now says she has never met the rap superstar.
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OpenAI Agents Hacked Into an Australian Government Website. Who’s Responsible?
The first known breach of a government website by rogue artificial intelligence agents has prompted global calls for more regulation of the technology.
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Hurricane Polo barrels towards Baja California region of Mexico
Area’s second-most intense hurricane on record being fuelled by exceptionally warm Pacific watersHurricane Polo is barreling towards the Baja California region of Mexico, the latest system in a Pacific hurricane season that has been notably active in recent months. On 22 September, a measurement of 892 millibars was…
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Journalism and resistance under Taliban rule
In this edition, we focus on Afghanistan, which recently marked the fifth anniversary of the Taliban's return to power. Since then, the exclusion of women and girls has become normalised, with the government systematically dismantling the rights of more than half the country's population.
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France welcomes Leo XIV at Orly Airport as bells sound nationwide
Pope Leo XIV begins historic four-day visit to France with focus on Europe’s future.
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Once Sentenced to Death, Mary Jane Veloso Receives Pardon in the Philippines
Mary Jane Veloso was convicted of drug smuggling and nearly killed by a firing squad in Indonesia. On Friday, more than a decade later, she was pardoned in the Philippines.
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English, Spanish, Italian, German football leagues call for FIFA reform
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Rising malnutrition in Nigeria as US war on Iran raises food costs
The war on Iran is raising the cost of living in Nigeria.
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