The move, which is aimed to protect supplies of technology, could raise tensions between the EU and China.

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"Activists gathered in Berlin on Sunday to oppose plans to turn the former Pierburg car-parts factory into a Rheinmetall ammunition plant, warning the project would fuel further militarisation. Footage shows crowds marching with flags and banners as police detain several demonstrators. Speakers accused Rheinmetall of profiting from war and helping perpetrate it. "I don’t know of any period in history when Germany has ever done anything for peace, only for war. Yes, they are the perpetrators of two world wars. And Germany really needs to be stopped again when it claims to stand for peace, because it always ends in war," a protester said. "Germany must assert its position in Europe as the leading power - they even say this openly. That means Germany wants to bring the European powers under its control for the next war. Germany is the warmonger in Europe - the main instigator of war," said another. The protester also added that Germany is one of the "biggest suppliers of weapons to Israel" and Ukraine. "'Never again' has to mean 'never again' for everyone, and that includes the Palestinians and also the Russians and Ukrainians. Germany should push for peace talks instead of blindly sending weapons," added a second. Rheinmetall has been expanding arms output across Europe, including a new shell factory in Unterlub, and reported record 2024 sales of €9.75 billion. Organisers said that the Pierburg site in Humboldthain will also start producing artillery shells in 2026. It comes after research by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) shows Germany supplied about 30 per cent of Israel's major arms imports between 2019 and 2023, second only to the US. Plaintiffs in German and international courts say German-made equipment is key to Israel's attacks on Gaza, arguing the ground offensive would be impossible without Berlin-maintained vehicles. The government, however, insists that all exports are tightly regulated. Similarly, Russia claims Berlin's supply of Leopard tanks, howitzers, and air defence systems makes it a 'direct participant' in the conflict. The Russian Foreign Ministry has warned that any delivery of long-range weapons, such as Taurus missiles, would mark a 'further escalation' to the 'neo-Nazi regime.' However, Berlin alleges that such military support is an act of legitimate 'self-defence' for Ukraine."

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"Arca SGR of the Fast and Furio sailing team claimed victory at the 57th Barcolana regatta, presented by Generali, on Sunday. Footage shows sailboats racing across the Gulf of Trieste with speed boats and helicopters monitoring the event. The Arca Fondi SGR can also be seen powering ahead to the finish line. The iconic regatta, held in the Gulf of Trieste, saw Arca SGR cross the finish line first on an upwind leg at a steady 12 knots, completing the race in 1 hour, 43 minutes, and 42 seconds. For skipper Furio Benussi of Trieste, it marked the team's fourth victory in five years with Arca – a dominant streak interrupted only in 2022 by the historic win of Wendy Schmidt's Deep Blue, the first woman ever to triumph in the competition. This year's Barcolana event featured 1,865 boats and over 15,000 participants, turning the Gulf of Trieste into a vibrant display of sails. Since its beginnings in 1969, the race has become a signature celebration of the city's maritime spirit, uniting professional and amateur sailors in a festive competition."

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"Itzik Horn, the father of Hamas hostage Eitan Horn, said it was a 'happy day' when his son would finally be released after over two years in captivity, speaking from Hostages Square in Tel Aviv on Thursday. "It's a happy day, happy because it's finally happening. It took a long time, but it's happening," he said. He also said he was 'ashamed' of those in the Israeli government - such as Orit Struck - who had criticised the peace deal. "There will be no settlement [of Jewish people] in Gaza… if they don't like it, they should leave. I don't need them. Me and them are not the same," he added. "Most people don't think like them." Horn's family are originally from Argentina. His sons, 46-year-old Yair and 38-year-old Eitan were taken hostage by Hamas from Kibbutz Nir Oz where the family lived on October 7, 2023. Yair was released previously, while Itzik has been a vocal member of the Hostages' Familes Forum. Earlier this year, he hit out at what described as abuse directed at the families, claiming they had become the 'nation's enemies'. Eitan is set to be released on Monday under the Gaza peace plan. The 20 living hostages are set to be handed over by Hamas to the Red Cross on Monday, before transfer to Re'im military base in Israel. The bodies of 28 deceased hostages will also be returned later, while around 1,700 Palestinians detained in Gaza since October 2023 and 250 more serving life sentences, will be freed under the deal. US President Donald Trump is in Israel to address the Knesset and meet with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and the families of hostages, before flying to Egypt for the official signing of the peace deal. The first phase of the deal, agreed by Israel and Hamas last week, includes the ceasefire, the swapping of hostages and prisoners, and the Israeli military withdrawal to the 'yellow line' in Gaza. Subsequent phases will include the governance of Gaza, the future of Hamas and the reconstruction of the enclave."

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Just days after boasting about his cognitive abilities, Donald Trump has once again left everyone wondering what’s going on in that big old head of his. Trump claims that “Biden’s FBI” placed 274 agents into the crowd on January 6. Except Biden wasn’t president. Trump was. pic.twitter.com/a0SO1rl86K — Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) October 12, 2025 […] The post Donald Trump claimed ‘the Biden FBI’ planted agents in the January 6 crowd, and everybody made the same point – 21 resounding facepalms appeared first on The Poke .

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Marcus Norton and his daughter Chevonne McNamara Norton were enjoying a dog walk when tragedy struck - they have since shared horrifying details of the gruesome attack

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"Spectators from across the country and abroad gathered along Seoul's Hangang River on Saturday for the 2025 Hangang Bitseom Festival, Korea's largest waterfront laser art event. Footage shows powerful beams of light sweeping across the night sky, transforming the riverside into a vast open-air gallery. Visitors explore vibrant light tunnels, laser fountains, and illuminated bridges that paint Seoul's skyline in colour. "It's really beautiful, especially in the rain, when the light hits the water. I love it. It's beautiful," shared a spectator. "It's immersive, and I like how they use different types of, I guess, elements, like that one sound. They have water over there," remarked another. He added, "It's a great way to impact people, and bring young and old people together, to teach them new things and show them how creative people can get." The festival, organised by the Seoul Metropolitan Government, takes place annually across six islands along the Han River, offering visitors a unique experience where nature, art, and technology come together. Running from October 2 to 12 under the theme 'Spectra of Light', this year's event features seven large-scale laser installations exploring the fusion of art, technology, and the natural landscape. Beyond the exhibits, more than 3,000 participants took part in the 'Light Run', a five-kilometre night race where runners wearing LED lights formed a glowing ribbon along the river. Now in its third year, the Hangang Bitseom Festival has become a highlight of Seoul's cultural calendar, attracting residents and tourists alike to celebrate the city's growing reputation for digital and public art."

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"Hundreds of people joined an anti-colonialism rally on Spanish National Day in Madrid on Sunday. Footage shows activists chanting messages including ‘Fences and borders are how European wealth is built’ and ‘Long live the anti-racist struggle’, as well as in support of Palestine. Many of them held signs bearing ‘12 October, nothing to celebrate’ and ‘Here we remain, a land in bloom in the face of genocidal order’ and Wiphala flags. “We join today, on this day, to support these demands, understanding that there has always been colonisation, a genocide that they have tried to cover up, where many cultural and colonial measures and racist practices have clearly been imposed,” one of the activists claimed. “All the problems that exist in Spain, racist culture, the housing problem, obviously involve us migrants and racialised people more,” he continued. Donned in colourful and sparkly costumes, activists marched through the streets of the Spanish capital, energetically dancing and playing musical instruments. “In Mexico, racism and classism are everyday occurrences, and privilege continues to be the currency of exchange in how the means and possibilities for survival are divided and distributed,” another activist explained. “Work is always dictated or always given to those who have a surname capable of racialising, or a colour or a caste.” “We are here as migrants, as racialised people, experiencing what neocolonialism is, and also from our countries,” another activist added. Spanish National Day, also known as Hispanic Day, is a public holiday in Spain, which is celebrated annually on October 12. The holiday commemorates the discovery of the Americas by Christopher Columbus on October 12, 1492."

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The fast bowler is recovering from lumbar bone stress in his lower back and has not played since July.

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Viewers have branded result ‘shocking’

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"Hundreds of conservative protesters gathered in Paris on Sunday, denouncing what they see as growing hostility toward pro-France supporters, amid broader concerns over national identity and political polarisation. Footage filmed at the Place de la Republique shows demonstrators waving French Tricolours, with others holding signs that read 'I am the flag' and 'Europe is enough'. One of the protesters climbed the historic Monument a la Republique, tearing down the Palestinian flag and covering pro-Gaza graffiti previously marked on the structure. "We don't give a damn about Palestine. We're not Macron. Macron is pro-Palestine, so let him go there. Is he looking for another job as president? I suggest he go to Palestine, they're looking for a president there," exclaimed one of the protesters. "That graffiti on the monument, it's intolerable. People have the right to demonstrate with other flags, but we must respect our heritage, our culture, and our traditions. It was the French who built all this," added another rally participant. Many protesters believe the French flag has been unfairly associated with fascism and nationalist views. "The French flag is constantly associated with the far-right, when in fact it is a flag that unifies our country, brings us all together, and should not be associated with any one political side," said a protester. "As soon as you wave the French flag, people say you're racist, you're a fascist. But that's not true. It doesn't matter what colour your skin is," said another demonstrator. The demonstration was organised by the campaign group 'Les Patriotes de la Diversite' to express 'pride and love for France'. Rising pro-Palestine protests in France, fueled by the Gaza conflict, have prompted a sharp reaction from far-right and nationalist groups, who depict the demonstrations as a challenge to French national identity and a threat tied to immigration."

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"Crowds were seen in Hostages Square, Tel Aviv in the early hours of Monday, with many camping out overnight for the return of the Hamas hostages. Footage shows people waving flags and banners, and listening to musical performances. Under the Gaza peace deal, the 20 living hostages are set to be handed over by Hamas to the Red Cross on Monday, before transfer to Re'im military base in Israel. The bodies of 28 deceased hostages will also be returned later, while around 1,700 Palestinians detained in Gaza since October 2023 and 250 more serving life sentences, will be freed under the deal. US President Donald Trump is in Israel to address the Knesset and meet with Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and the families of hostages on Monday, before flying to Egypt for the official signing of the peace deal. The first phase of the deal, agreed by Israel and Hamas last week, includes the ceasefire, the swapping of hostages and prisoners, and the Israeli military withdrawal to the 'yellow line' in Gaza. Subsequent phases will include the governance of Gaza, the future of Hamas and the reconstruction of the enclave. "

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"Police made several arrests as anti-immigration protesters marched through Amsterdam on Sunday, voicing concerns over rising numbers of asylum seekers and declining living standards. Footage shows protesters marching under the banner 'Defend Netherlands' as they made their way to Museumplein. Demonstrators chanted and waved Dutch flags, with some carrying signs that read: 'No AZC (Asylum Seekers' Centres). A large-scale police presence accompanied the march, leading to several flashpoints and multiple arrests. "The Netherlands is going a bit down to a lot of immigration, and I don't want that because a lot of immigrations are coming here to destroy the Netherlands," said protester Jeremy. Another protester, Jaron, called for limits on asylum approvals and warned that rising migration across Europe is driving up crime and threatening public safety. "With this net immigration, you see that in the larger Dutch cities, Dutch people are becoming a minority, and I believe in the right for people to have their own state, and of course, we could have some asylum seekers, it's just way too much," he said. "This is not only a problem in the Netherlands, […] this is part of a greater movement of Europeans who say, No, this is our country, this is our civilisation, and we are willing to fight for our country. We are willing to fight for our people, and we want to keep Dutch women safe, keep Dutch children safe," he added. Authorities relocated the anti-asylum protest from Dam Square to Museumplein earlier this week due to concerns about a large turnout. Protests against asylum shelters have escalated nationwide, particularly since right-wing riots erupted in The Hague on 20 September. This comes just weeks ahead of the national elections, highlighting the volatile debate over migration in the Netherlands."

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Strictly Come Dancing star Ross King fought back tears after becoming the second contestant to leave the 2025 series of the BBC show.

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"The Belgrade-backed Serb List party declared victory across four northern Serb-majority municipalities on Sunday evening following local elections in Kosovo. Footage shows dozens of motorists driving through the centre of North Mitrovica, honking their horns and waving Serb flags in celebration. President of the Serb List party, the largest Serbian political party in Kosovo, Zlatan Elek, called the results in North Mitrovica, Zvecan, Zubin Potok, and Leposavic a 'convincing victory', as early exit polls suggest a his party is leading across all four municipalities. "What is most important is that the four municipalities north of the Ibar were returned to where they belong, and those who voted today with a pencil showed that the Serbian list north of the Ibar won a convincing victory," declared Elek. "We said at the last meeting that we were coming for the biggest victory, I repeat today that this is the victory of the Serbian people, the victory of Serbian harmony and Serbian unity, and the victory of everything that is Serbian in Kosovo," he added. Ethnic Serbs and the Serb List party had boycotted local elections in 2023 to demand greater autonomy. The outcome of the election resulted in civil unrest across the majority-Serb municipalities, with representatives elected only able to assume office after Kosovan police took control of the municipal buildings. Tensions between Kosovo and Serbia escalated earlier this year after Kosovo authorities raided ten Serbian-linked government offices. Over the past year, Kosovo has also banned the Serbian dinar, shut down banks reliant on the currency, and closed post offices handling Serbian pension payments. In 2008, Kosovo unilaterally proclaimed independence in a move that Belgrade rejects, continuing to regard it as an Autonomous Province of the country amid ongoing disputes over the status and security of ethnic Serbs in the region. Kosovo is also not recognised by Russia or China, as well as EU members Spain, Slovakia, Cyprus, Romania and Greece. Following the gradual breakup of Yugoslavia, the NATO-led KFOR peacekeeping force has been present in Kosovo since 1999. This follows NATO's air campaign against Serbian cities and forces in response to alleged ethnic cleansing of Albanians. Launched without UN approval, the NATO bombing campaign caused at least 1,500 deaths, driving Yugoslav forces and tens of thousands of Kosovan Serbs from the territory of Kosovo."

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"Violent clashes erupted on the streets of Santiago on Sunday as hundreds of protesters took to the streets to demand rights for the Mapuche people, Chile's largest indigenous group. The move comes as thousands mark Day of Indigenous Resistance. Footage shows demonstrators playing traditional percussion instruments and waving banners and flags. As the protesters marched near the University of Chile, the demonstration was dispersed by police using tear gas and water cannons. Some attacked police vehicles with stones. Protesters called for an end to the state of emergency in Wallmapu (Mapuche territory), the restitution of ancestral lands, respect for Indigenous rights, a halt to mining and forestry activities, cultural recognition, and greater autonomy for their communities. Members of the Mapuche people rejected framing the commemoration as merely an 'indigenous' struggle, instead reaffirming their identity as the original inhabitants of the Americas. "There are many places where they call it the Day of Indigenous Resistance or the Day of the Oppressed Indigenous. We are not indigenous; we have to get rid of that vocabulary because that vocabulary is bourgeois. We are Mapuche, we are resistance, and we are still alive," said Catalina Quillempan, a member of the Mapuche people. Relatives and supporters of Mapuche leader Julia Chunil participated in the event, demanding truth and justice nearly a year after her disappearance on 8 November 2024 in Chile's Los Rios region. "We have received support, and today we are here on the Day of Resistance of Indigenous Peoples. We travelled from Wallmapu, I came from the southern territory, to raise my voice for my grandmother, because my grandmother needs truth and justice," said Liset Sanchez, the leader's granddaughter. The family is calling for a faster, more effective investigation, while communities and social movements continue to demand justice for Julia Chunil, a symbol of Indigenous territorial and environmental rights in Chile. Marches of Mapuche resistance often end in clashes between police and demonstrators, prompting the use of water cannons and tear gas. Human rights groups have criticised the security forces for alleged excessive force, with arrests and injuries reported on both sides."

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