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France Faces Worst Riots in Years Amid Nationwide Protests

France experienced its worst civil unrest in years as rioters clashed with police, set cars on fire, and stormed public buildings, including a historic city hall. Around 2,400 arrests were made, and thousands of businesses were damaged or looted. President Macron condemned the violence, attributing it to radical far-left groups and criminals. More protests are planned by student groups and activists.

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Traffic Restrictions in Kengeri for Yeshwantpur Dasara Procession on Oct 21

Traffic restrictions will be imposed in parts of Kengeri, Bengaluru, on October 21 from 4 pm to 7 pm due to the Yeshwantpur Dasara procession from Shirke Junction to Ganesh Ground. Several routes, including Shankar Nag Junction–Shirke Junction and Shivanapalya Junction–Shirke Junction, will be closed to vehicles. Alternate routes are provided for motorists. Slow traffic is expected on Mysuru Road between Madhu Junction and Jnanabharathi Junction during this time.

Deccan Herald··Bengaluru

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Trump Ready to Meet Putin and Xi in China Summit Next Month

US President Donald Trump stated he is prepared to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping at a summit in China next month focused on denuclearization. Trump also criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, saying it is time for someone else to negotiate on behalf of Ukraine.

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Hedge Funds Cut Tech Exposure Rapidly Amid AI Trade Weakness

Hedge funds reduced their technology sector exposure at the fastest rate in at least ten years due to a weakening global AI trade. Despite this sharp risk reduction, technology stocks still constitute a significant portion of hedge fund portfolios. The selloff last week heavily impacted tech stocks, according to data from Goldman Sachs.

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Texas Family Sells 650-Acre Ranch for $10M to Create State Park

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation purchased a 650-acre ranch on Lake Palestine for over $10 million. Owned by the Pollard family since 1940, the land features important natural habitats. After the sale completes in 2027, the state plans to develop guided tours, campsites, and trails, increasing public access to this historic property.

TOI World··Texas

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Japan Launches Spacecraft to Mars Moon Phobos

Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency launched a spacecraft from Tanegashima Island to explore Phobos, one of Mars' two small moons. The mission, involving five global space agencies, aims to land a robotic prospector and rover on Phobos over five years to collect samples. This collaborative effort marks a significant step in interplanetary exploration.

Economic Times·

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