A commentary published by UNESCO IdeasLAB argues that the dominance of colonial languages in classrooms and academic research can reinforce educational inequality, calling for African languages to play a greater role in teaching and knowledge production.
Demonstrations in France, Italy, Belgium, Spain and Portugal have highlighted growing frustration over affordability and public services, while students in Albania have joined protests demanding action on corruption.
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Young people aged 12 to 25 can share views on AI, mental health, education, housing and climate as feedback guides a new Youth Strategy set to begin in 2027.
Iran has renewed its offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week, but its conditions on the US naval blockade and oil sanctions remain unresolved. A reported tanker incident has added to concerns over shipping security.
After a weekend of clashes and looting that led to thousands of arrests, President Emmanuel Macron has rejected Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez’s resignation as questions mount over the police response.
Police arrested more than 2,000 people nationwide after demonstrations over rising living costs and school conditions escalated into clashes, looting and fires. Fresh tensions erupted in Paris on Oct 18 as President Emmanuel Macron called for calm.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has proposed making Canada the EU’s first associate member, while US President Donald Trump has warned of heavy tariffs or reduced trade with Europe if he considers the move hostile.
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