Curfew imposed in parts of central Paris and other cities after rioting across France
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

It comes after the country's interior minister admits that police "lost control" in some cities.

Watch: Are the French riots a warning of an intense election to come?
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Rioting, looting and vandalism has gripped France over the weekend after protests spiralled out of control across the country.

Australian MP critically injured after being hit by car in apparent attack
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

The independent politician is in hospital after what the prime minister says may have been a deliberate attack.

Ukrainians dying because US restricting intelligence sharing, Zelensky adviser tells BBC
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Serhii Beskrestnov says there has not been enough time to warn people about incoming missile attacks. The White House said there had been no changes to intelligence sharing.

Woman says she 'closed eyes and tried not to be there' during alleged Russell Brand rape
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

The 51-year-old faces three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.