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- Maduro and wife face new torture charges involving Americans in Venezuela
- Ukrainian drone strikes target Russian supply trucks in occupied Crimea
- Maricarmen Abascal’s eviction in Madrid sparks nationwide protests
- Student protests escalate across France amid government’s suspension of stun grenades
- Eritrean troops sighted in northern Ethiopia amid escalating tensions
- Ontario COVID-19 vaccine rollout experiences delays in some regions
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Financial Times - Savers withdrew nearly $60bn from three US banks as Apple raises heat
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times says savers withdrew nearly $60bn from US banks Charles Schwab, State Street and M&T in the first quarter as customers moved their money in search of higher interest rates. Traditional banks could face further threat because of Apple and Goldman Sachs’ new savings account in the US that will pay 4.15% interest a year, it reports.
The paper’s main image is of Vladimir Kara-Murza, a Russian opposition activist, during a court hearing in Moscow where he was sentenced to 25 years in prison for treason.
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Maduro and wife face new torture charges involving Americans in Venezuela
October 7, 2026
11:00 pm
Federal prosecutors are poised to file new charges against former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, related to the alleged torture of American detainees in Venezuela. Additional individuals may also face charges. Flores is set for a bond hearing in federal court on Thursday.
Ukrainian drone strikes target Russian supply trucks in occupied Crimea
October 7, 2026
10:00 pm
Ukraine continues its drone strikes on Russian infrastructure, targeting supply lorries bound for Crimea and intensifying operations to disrupt logistics.
Maricarmen Abascal’s eviction in Madrid sparks nationwide protests
October 7, 2026
9:00 pm
Maricarmen Abascal, an elderly woman whose eviction in Madrid ignited nationwide protests, has died following her hospitalisation. Her case, reflecting Spain’s housing crisis, led to mass demonstrations and ultimately prompted Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to call early elections amid ongoing civil unrest.
Student protests escalate across France amid government’s suspension of stun grenades
October 7, 2026
8:01 pm
What’s going on?
French authorities suspended the use of stun grenades by police amid escalating student protests. This decision follows a protest where a student’s injury raised alarms about police tactics. The protests have focused on education reforms perceived as detrimental to students.
Headline framing varies between outlets. Reuters states, “France suspends use of stun grenades to police student protests,” highlighting a direct action by authorities. In contrast, PBS headline reads, “French students lead massive protests against education policies,” emphasising student agency and ongoing dissent. This difference in focus highlights the tension between state action and student activism.
Coverage analysed: Reuters | PBS
Eritrean troops sighted in northern Ethiopia amid escalating tensions
October 7, 2026
7:00 pm
Witnesses have reported seeing Eritrean troops inside Adigrat, northern Ethiopia, amidst rising tensions following the severance of diplomatic ties. Eritrean Information Minister Yemane Meskel characterised Ethiopia’s claims as a “fallacious narrative”, denying allegations of aggression while confirming troop movements near the border.
Ontario COVID-19 vaccine rollout experiences delays in some regions
October 7, 2026
6:59 pm
Several public health units in Ontario are experiencing delays in administering vaccine doses to high-risk populations. They are actively working to resolve the issues and ensure timely distribution of the vaccines amid heightened demand for immunisation.
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