Debt Crisis, Migrants & Louvre Theft: Top News Today | October 24, 2025

Today's headlines bring a mix of global challenges and shocking incidents. The US national debt has hit a record $38 trillion, sparking economic concern. Meanwhile, France is grappling with migrant boat delays and political turmoil, while a deadly semi-truck crash in California involves an undocumented driver. The Louvre's director has offered to resign after a jewel theft, admitting security failures. We also cover new NHS health checks for menopause and a tragic surfing accident in Australia.

Today's Stories

- Semi-truck driver arrested in deadly crash on Southern California freeway was in U.S. illegally, DHS says
The eight-vehicle crash left three people dead and four others hospitalized on Wednesday afternoon.
(Source: CBS News)
Read the full story here: https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/10-freeway-deadly-crash-ontario-semi-truck-jashanpreet-singh/

- French vow to intercept migrant boats hit by delays and political turmoil
The BBC is told that France is backing away from a commitment to intervene more forcefully in the English Channel.
(Source: BBC News)
Read the full story here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn8vr95n5n3o

- Louvre director recognises jewel theft failures, says she offered to resign
Laurence des Cars told France’s Senate the heist exposed the museum’s camera shortage and other security ‘weaknesses’.
(Source: Al Jazeera English)
Read the full story here: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/10/23/louvre-director-recognises-jewel-theft-failures-says-she-offered-to-resign

- US national debt surpasses a record $38 trillion
The figure amounts to roughly $111,000 of debt for every person in the US, think tank says.
(Source: Al Jazeera English)
Read the full story here: https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2025/10/23/us-national-debt-surpasses-a-record-38-trillion

- NHS health checks to include questions about the menopause
Despite the change - which will happen in 2026 - campaigners warn some women will lose out because the number who attend is too low.
(Source: BBC News)
Read the full story here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cq50z185d78o

- British man drowns in Australia after surfboard snaps
The friend who jumped in to save the surfer also drowned, police said
(Source: BBC News)
Read the full story here: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cm27xnvz2eyo
Question of the Day: Which of today's challenging headlines do you believe demands the most urgent attention from global leaders, and why?

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