France allows notorious drug lord day release for work

Jimmy Cliff, the iconic Jamaican reggae singer and actor, has passed away at the age of 81, as confirmed by his wife, Latifa Chambers. His death was attributed to a seizure followed by pneumonia, marking a significant loss for the music community.

Boualem Sansal, the Franco-Algerian writer, made his first public appearance on France 2 after spending a year in detention in Algeria. During the interview, he expressed concerns about speaking freely due to potential reprisals against his family.

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu urged members of parliament to approve the national budget for 2026 by the end of the year. The proposed legislation is set to be reviewed by the Senate before returning to the lower house for a final vote.

The COP30 climate summit concluded in Belém, Brazil, with leading climate researcher Johan Rockström declaring it a scientific failure due to the lack of commitments to phase out fossil fuels. While some funding for climate adaptation was agreed upon, the absence of concrete plans to cut emissions disappointed many nations.

Jamaican reggae legend Jimmy Cliff has died at the age of 81, as confirmed by his wife, Latifa Chambers. His passing was attributed to a seizure followed by pneumonia, marking the end of a significant chapter in reggae music history. Cliff was known for iconic hits such as 'Many Rivers to Cross' and 'I Can See Clearly Now'.

Bollywood icon Dharmendra, affectionately known as the 'He-Man' of Indian cinema, has passed away at the age of 89. His illustrious career, which began in the 1960s, spanned over six decades and included more than 250 films, making him a beloved figure in Bollywood.

Severe flooding and landslides in south-central Vietnam have resulted in at least 90 fatalities over the past week, with additional individuals reported missing. The relentless rains since late October have caused significant destruction, particularly in popular tourist areas like Nha Trang and Da Lat, leading to major economic losses estimated in the hundreds of millions of dollars.

Belgium is set to experience significant disruptions as a three-day national strike begins on Monday, protesting against proposed government budget cuts and changes to labor laws. This strike follows a recent agreement reached by the government on the budget after extensive negotiations.