In Australia, Halloween Means Spring, Sunshine and Skepticism

By: Yan Zhuang， Hari Raj and Matthew Abbott

31 October 2026 at 14:11

The holiday, which is increasingly popular in the country, can look different from its American counterpart — and has sparked discussions about cultural encroachment.

How Locals and Shopkeepers Tried to Save One Paris Street From Rioters

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By: Catherine Porter and Giulia Imbert

31 October 2026 at 09:05

As arson, looting and destruction overwhelmed Rue Beaurepaire, some residents pleaded with rioters to stop. Others hid out of fear. Many dread a repeat.

The bar La Barrique on Rue Beaurepaire in Paris was set on fire during violence that grew out of protests on Oct. 17. Looting, burglary and other destruction also occurred on the three-block-long street.

How Locals and Shopkeepers Tried to Save One Paris Street From Rioters

NYT - World

By: Catherine Porter and Giulia Imbert

31 October 2026 at 09:05

As arson, looting and destruction overwhelmed Rue Beaurepaire, some residents pleaded with rioters to stop. Others hid out of fear. Many dread a repeat.