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Over 160,000 Expected at Gen Z-Led Halloween Protests Across Germany

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More than 160,000 people are expected to participate in demonstrations across Germany on Saturday, October 31, as the Gen Z-led movement takes to the streets demanding better education, lower living costs and greater opportunities for young people. Organised by the campaign group Gen Z regelt, the protests are planned across 34 cities, including Berlin, Frankfurt […]

Thousands Protest in Portugal Over Housing Crisis and Police Actions

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Thousands of people gathered outside Portugal’s parliament in Lisbon on October 27 to protest rising housing costs and recent police operations against housing activists. The demonstration took place as lawmakers debated the government’s proposed 2027 budget. Housing affordability has become a major concern in Portugal, with property prices more than doubling since 2017

France Considers Local Curfews After Weekend of Riots and Looting

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France’s government has urged local authorities to impose curfews in some areas following a weekend of widespread riots, looting and clashes between protesters and police. Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said localised restrictions were currently more appropriate than a nationwide curfew, while leaving open the possibility of declaring a state of emergency. The unrest

Iceland Votes on EU Membership Talks

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Icelanders voted on Saturday in a closely contested referendum on whether to reopen negotiations to join the European Union. The vote has divided the country, with polls showing supporters and opponents of renewed talks almost evenly matched. Key issues include the cost of living, high interest rates, national sovereignty and control over fishing waters. Supporters […]