By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Le Monde
Thousands of demonstrators gathered in Madrid to denounce the high cost of housing. The protest followed the eviction of 87-year-old Maricarmen Abascal, described as the immediate trigger for the demonstration, according to Le Monde.
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This article looks back at the longest winning streaks in Premier League history, including those by Manchester United and Manchester City. The selection, covering several past campaigns, is presented by Planet Football, according to Punch.
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Hundreds of protesters clashed with police in Tirana on the sixth day of demonstrations against university fees, study conditions and corruption. The clashes left 28 people injured, while Prime Minister Edi Rama ruled out resigning, according to AFP.
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Real Madrid lead Sevilla FC 2-0 at half-time in the ninth round of La Liga, thanks to goals from Arda Güler in the 30th minute and Kylian Mbappé in the 37th. The Madrid club also dominate possession and shots, La Nouvelle Tribune reports in its live coverage.
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After looting and clashes during protests over the cost of living, Emmanuel Macron acknowledged failures in anticipating violence and called for new policing methods. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez offered his resignation, which the president refused, according to AFP.
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La Liga: Mourinho urges Yan Diomandé to improve his finishing at Real MadridJosé Mourinho, Real Madrid manager, believes Ivorian winger Yan Diomandé must improve his finishing to fulfil his potential. After Sunday’s win over Seville, he praised his movement but urged the 19-year-old to manage his final actions better, according to Punch, citing Fabrizio Romano.
Gabon considers cement factory and 500 homes with ChinaGabon is considering building a cement factory in the Neuf Provinces area over a two-year period, as well as 500 homes, according to the Gabonese Presidency. The project was discussed on 14 October at a meeting between President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema and China’s ambassador, Zhou Ping, ahead of a state visit to China scheduled for 3 to 8 November 2026.The week in Africa
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