School protests spread across France

Police and protestors have clashed in several French cities, as nationwide demonstrations take place to call for more investment in schools. Our reporter has the latest and we speak to teachers.

The World Health Organisation has asked Russia for more information about the death of a lab technician, at the country's Anti-Plague Institute in Siberia. Four Central Asian countries have stepped up health checks amid concerns the incident could lead to the spread of pneumonic plague, although the World Health Organization has downplayed the public health risk. We answer your questions from around the world about pneumonic plague.

Kenya has confirmed its first ever case of Ebola - a Kenyan citizen who has been living in the Democratic Republic of Congo for the past seven years. Our reporter explains.

Lionel Messi wears Argentina's jersey for the last time as his international career ends in a friendly match against Benin in front of his adoring fans. We are joined by our sports reporter and hear from a fan.

Presenter: James Reynolds
[Photo: A masked protester attempts to kick a tear gas canister amid clashes with French police during a demonstration by high school and university students, supported by teachers' union and school parents, in Paris as part of a nationwide day of demonstrations and blockades, France, October 6, 2026. Credit: Reuters/Yves Herman]