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France's widening revolt

A spontaneous school student rebellion has united disparate groups across French society whose grievances have long been ignored. A frightened government's attempts to suppress dissent aren't working.

Down among the deep-sea drones

Navies around the world are racing to deploy deep-sea drones known as autonomous underwater vehicles. These machines promise to transform the exploration – and control – of the ocean depths.

Saudi Arabia: no good option over Yemen

Unprecedented Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia have exposed its vulnerability. And with Donald Trump reluctant to intervene and other potential allies holding back, Iran's position is only strengthened.

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