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: Clean up begins after French riots but police remain
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Outside of Paris, Marseille saw some of the worst damage, with shop owners reporting more than 600 premises having been looted.

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.

Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules
Posted on Monday October 19, 2026

Penalties are seen as too harsh on motorists who are penalised for parking on private land.