New French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou announced on Monday that power will be restored to all households in storm-hit Mayotte by the end of January, while rebuilding shantytowns will be prohibited.
Cyclone Chido, the worst storm in 90 years, devastated the French archipelago, sparking anger over delayed aid, clean water, and electricity in France's poorest overseas territory.
Bayrou visited Mayotte to unveil an emergency plan, "Mayotte Standing," including a bill to ban makeshift housing, to be presented on Jan. 3.
"We can't let Mayotte become the capital of shantytowns," Bayrou said. "It can't be about rebuilding Mayotte as it was. We must draw a different future for Mayotte."
Water supplies, a flashpoint even before the storm, will return to pre-disaster levels next week, and 200 Starlink antennas will help restore communications.
Bayrou also revised early death toll estimates, suggesting it is likely in the hundreds, though the official count remains at 39.
France observes a national day of mourning for Mayotte after Cyclone Chido, the worst storm in 90 years, left devastation and a disputed death toll, with flags at half-mast across the nation.
Cyclone Chido devastates Mayotte, sparking anger at Macron over relief delays.
President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to Mayotte has been met with anger and frustration as local residents continue to deal with the devastating aftermath of Cyclone Chido.
President Emmanuel Macron faced mounting criticism during his visit to Mayotte. Residents, grappling with the devastating aftermath of Cyclone Chido, demanded more aid and attention from the French government.
President Macron visits cyclone-hit Mayotte, where Cyclone Chido left 100,000 homeless and 31 confirmed dead. Aid efforts intensify amid fears of disease and rising fatalities.
Madrid's streets were filled with excitement as the Three Kings Parade returned, drawing thousands of spectators. The event marked the end of the Christmas season, with families and children celebrating the magic of the night.
Uzbekistan to host CITES COP20 in Samarkand, uniting 184 Parties to shape the future of wildlife trade, conservation, and sustainability during CITES’ 50th anniversary.
The Golden Globe awards on January 5 celebrated major wins for historical drama Shogun and UK-based series Baby Reindeer. The night also honored The Brutalist, Emilia Perez, and notable performances from Colin Farrell and Jessica Gunning.
The FBI has released video footage showing Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the suspect in the deadly New Year's Day attack in New Orleans, recorded with Meta glasses during visits to the French Quarter months before the incident.
President Joe Biden criticized President-elect Donald Trump’s push to eliminate birthright citizenship, calling it "awful," while simultaneously signing a major bill to expand Social Security benefits for public retirees.
AZAL has released the crew list for flight J2-8243, which crashed in Aktau today.
Farid Huseynov, Head of the AZAL Press Department, has confirmed that a total of 67 people were on board the plane involved in the recent incident, including 62 passengers and 5 crew members.
Madrid's streets were filled with excitement as the Three Kings Parade returned, drawing thousands of spectators. The event marked the end of the Christmas season, with families and children celebrating the magic of the night.
The FBI has released video footage showing Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the suspect in the deadly New Year's Day attack in New Orleans, recorded with Meta glasses during visits to the French Quarter months before the incident.
President Joe Biden criticized President-elect Donald Trump’s push to eliminate birthright citizenship, calling it "awful," while simultaneously signing a major bill to expand Social Security benefits for public retirees.
A tragic helicopter crash in Porbandar, India, on January 5 claimed the lives of three Coast Guard personnel. The Advanced Light Helicopter (ALH) Dhruv caught fire after crashing near the runway.
Austria's political crisis deepened on January 5 when Chancellor Karl Nehammer resigned after failed coalition talks. President Alexander Van der Bellen is set to meet far-right leader Herbert Kickl today.
Madrid's streets were filled with excitement as the Three Kings Parade returned, drawing thousands of spectators. The event marked the end of the Christmas season, with families and children celebrating the magic of the night.
Uzbekistan to host CITES COP20 in Samarkand, uniting 184 Parties to shape the future of wildlife trade, conservation, and sustainability during CITES’ 50th anniversary.
The Golden Globe awards on January 5 celebrated major wins for historical drama Shogun and UK-based series Baby Reindeer. The night also honored The Brutalist, Emilia Perez, and notable performances from Colin Farrell and Jessica Gunning.
The FBI has released video footage showing Shamsud-Din Jabbar, the suspect in the deadly New Year's Day attack in New Orleans, recorded with Meta glasses during visits to the French Quarter months before the incident.
President Joe Biden criticized President-elect Donald Trump’s push to eliminate birthright citizenship, calling it "awful," while simultaneously signing a major bill to expand Social Security benefits for public retirees.
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