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France halts use of stun grenades after boy's hand blown off in student protests
The step comes after several groups complained of police using disproportionate force towards teenagers.
October 7, 2026Riot police clash with students as education protests rage in France
More than 600 schools have faced disruption as protests over standards and lack of teachers continue.
October 2, 2026Watch: Why are students protesting at schools in France?
The BBC's Hugh Schofield is in Paris as a wave of school protests over overcrowded classes and teacher shortages spreads across France.
October 1, 2026Uefa fears impact of Premier League spending on transfer market
Uefa believes "a clear two-speed system" is emerging in the transfer market due to huge spending by Premier League clubs this summer.
September 24, 2026UK should 'team up' with Canada in new Europe alliance, Canadian minister tells BBC
It comes after European Commission President proposed "opening the door" for Canada to become an associate member of the EU.
September 21, 2026Canadians welcome closer ties with Europe as tensions simmer with US
Toronto residents tell the BBC they are excited by the possibility of working and studying in the EU.
September 17, 2026Watch: 'A better opportunity' - Canadians on a closer alliance with Europe
Toronto residents react to the possibility of a closer strategic, economic, and political alliance with the European Union.
September 17, 2026Canada welcomes EU proposal to become 'associate member'
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said a Canada-EU alliance would create a "beacon for other democracies".
September 17, 2026Highlights from Canadian PM Mark Carney's speech in Strasbourg - Reuters
Highlights from Canadian PM Mark Carney's speech in Strasbourg Reuters
September 17, 2026EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member'
Canada is seeking closer ties with EU after a breakdown in relations with the US and its president Donald Trump.
September 16, 2026Carney's new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump
The Canadian PM is in Strasbourg this week seeking a "unique alliance" - and there is one clear catalyst.
September 16, 2026Carney eyes 'unique alliance' with EU as trade war with US intensifies
While Carney has ruled out EU membership, the Canadian leader says he wants to pursue a "unique alliance" with Brussels.
September 14, 2026'I've turned the page' - Camara on Chelsea deal collapse
Monaco and Senegal midfielder Lamine Camara says he is moving on from his failed £47.1m move to Chelsea.
September 12, 2026Chelsea agree £7.5m fee for Villa's Martinez
Chelsea agree a £7.5m fee to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.
August 27, 2026Fernandez will cost Man City more than £120m - Tuesday's gossip
Manchester City will need to pay more than £120m for Enzo Fernandez, Chelsea winger Pedro Neto has no shortage of suitors, Bruno Fernandes is offered a huge salary increase, plus more.
August 17, 2026Former judge removed by Orbán elected Hungarian president
Since taking office in early May, the new Hungarian government has lost no time dismantling Viktor Orbán's legacy.
August 11, 2026What are your favourite new kits for the coming season?
BBC Sport have rounded up some of the best new kits released by clubs around the world over the summer - vote for your top 10
August 9, 2026'Similar to Courtois' - could Penders become Chelsea number one?
Chelsea's newest goalkeeping prospect, Mike Penders, is from the same production line that produced the legendary Thibaut Courtois.
July 18, 2026Gyokeres part of Alvarez offer - Wednesday's gossip
Viktor Gyokeres may be used as a makeweight to bring Julian Alvarez to Arsenal, Liverpool have made contract with Paris St-Germain over a transfer for Bradley Barcola, while Tottenham captain Cristian Romero is set to leave the club.
July 14, 2026Cut-price Leao interests Man Utd - Sunday's gossip
AC Milan are ready to let Rafael Leao leave for a cut-price fee with Manchester United interested, Jarrod Bowen could also be heading to Old Trafford, plus more.
May 23, 2026Trump gives EU ultimatum deadline to approve trade deal with US
Trump's deadline to the European Union came as a trade court ruled his global tariff policy violated US law.
May 7, 2026French man charged with locking son in van for more than a year
The boy was found malnourished, naked, lying next to human excrement and unable to walk, the prosecutor said.
April 10, 2026Manchester rivals to battle for Anderson - Saturday's gossip
Manchester United and Manchester City battle for Elliot Anderson, PSG and Bayern Munich eye Bruno Fernandes, Liverpool set for squad overhaul, plus more.
April 3, 2026France's Socialists hold onto power in major cities in election boost for mainstream
Paris and Marseille are held by the Socialists in local elections which saw the nationalist right win in Nice and certain towns.
March 22, 2026