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Massive Strikes in France Pressure Macron and New PM on Austerity Proposals
Hundreds of thousands protest budget cuts and pension reforms, forcing concessions from Government under political and economic strain
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Macron and his wife to provide 'scientific photographic evidence' that she is a real woman
French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte plan to present medical and photographic proof in a U.S. defamation lawsuit against American activist Candace Owens, who spread false claims that Brigitte was born male.
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Union Membership in France Faces Generational Divide
Younger workers show mixed attitudes toward organized labor.
French Unions Lead Nationwide Strikes Against Austerity
Mass protests put mounting pressure on President Emmanuel Macron.
French Prime Minister Faces Ultimatum Over Wealth Tax
Unions demand higher taxation of the rich to ease budget crisis.
France Experiences Largest Strikes in Years
Protests highlight widespread anger over austerity policies.
France Sees Soaring Egg Consumption Leading to Shortages
Rising demand sparks concerns over supply and prices.
Strikes Test France’s New Prime Minister Over Budget Plans
Work stoppages disrupt key sectors as government faces early challenge.
France Submits Jafar Panahi’s Film for Oscar Race
‘It Was Just an Accident’ chosen for International Feature category.
France Debates Recognition of Palestinian Statehood
Commentators question timing amid ongoing political crisis.
Federal Reserve Cuts Rates by Quarter Point and Signals More to Come
First rate cut since December, as Fed cites labor market weakness and suggests two more cuts this year
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European manufacturers against ban on polluting cars: "The industry may collapse"
Top executives from Stellantis, BMW, and Mercedes warn the European Union’s planned 2035 ban on gasoline cars could devastate jobs and competitiveness, while China surges ahead with over 16.5 million charging stations.
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Turkish car manufacturer Togg Enters German Market with 5-Star Electric Sedan and SUV to Challenge European EV Brands
Turkish automaker expands into Germany with T10X SUV and new T10F fastback sedan after gaining Euro NCAP 5-star ratings
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Christian Brueckner Released from German Prison after Serving Unrelated Sentence
Prime suspect in Madeleine McCann case freed under strict conditions but not charged in disappearance
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World’s Longest Direct Flight China Eastern to Launch 29-Hour Shanghai–Buenos Aires Direct Flight via Auckland in December
Twice-weekly one-aircraft service becomes world’s longest direct route, surpassing prior records
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New OpenAI Study Finds Majority of ChatGPT Use Is Personal, Not Professional
Over seventy percent of interactions are non-work related as weekly users pass seven hundred million
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In Nepal, citizens went house-to-house to catch corrupt politicians and burn their houses
The images show how Nepal’s young generation carried out an effective and impressive protest, unlike the noisy and ineffective demonstrations in Western countries.
The youths in Nepal celebrated the army for defending them from being attacked by the police!
Nepal’s young demonstrators forced the resignation of the prime minister after storming officials’ homes
Unions Prepare Mass Protests Against France’s Austerity Budget
Demonstrations expected to rival the scale of pension reform rallies.
France Faces Nationwide Transport Strikes
Rail, metro, and other services set for major disruption.
French Rugby Player’s Biting Ban Reduced
Assia Berthoumieu’s suspension was shortened ahead of the Women’s World Cup.
France Expands Vaccination Plan to Combat Avian Influenza
The government required extensive consultation before the decision.
Lactalis Unveils Major Investment Program in France
The dairy giant outlines new capital expenditure plans.
Eritrean Man Blocks Removal to France Under Migration Deal
A British court upheld his appeal against forced transfer.
Asylum Seeker Wins Legal Bid to Delay Deportation to France
The case challenges the U.K.-France returns agreement.
Finland Stuns France at Men’s Volleyball World Championship
The upset defeat leaves defending contenders facing tough recovery.
Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Assassin Tyler Robinson Faces Death Penalty as Charges Formally Announced
Tyler Robinson is charged with aggravated murder and related counts following the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk; prosecutors will pursue the death penalty.
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Actor, director, environmentalist Robert Redford dies at 89
Redford passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Sundance, Utah, leaving a legacy as a film icon, founder of the Sundance Institute, and champion of environmental causes.
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The conservative right spreads westward: a huge achievement for 'Alternative for Germany' in local elections
AfD triples its vote share to sixteen point five percent in North Rhine-Westphalia, becomes the third-largest party, and sends a warning to Chancellor Friedrich Merz and the governing coalition.
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France, UK and Luxembourg to Recognize Palestinian State
Announcement expected at the United Nations General Assembly.
The White Lotus Heads to France for New Season
The Riviera will serve as the backdrop for the acclaimed series.
French Rugby Player Appeals 12-Match Ban
Axelle Berthoumieu contests suspension for biting incident.
France Threatens to Block EU Crypto Passporting
Officials warn of a regulatory clash over digital asset licensing.
Right-to-Die Activists Face Trial in France
Case coincides with parliamentary debate on end-of-life legislation.
Debate Intensifies Over France’s Political Stability
Observers question whether the country has become ungovernable.
Lecornu Moves Slowly on Forming New French Government
The defense minister is taking time to build a cohesive cabinet.
CBRE Strengthens France Team with New Hires
Romain Galerneau joins as Antoine de Bousquet is promoted.
Pope Leo Warns of Societal Crisis Over Mega-CEO Pay, Citing Tesla’s Proposed Trillion-Dollar Package
In his first media interview, Pope Leo condemns extreme income gaps and questions value systems highlighted by Elon Musk’s unprecedented compensation plan
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Poland Green-Lights NATO Deployment in Response to Major Russian Drone Incursion
Polish President formally approves NATO forces’ presence under ‘Operation Eastern Sentry’ after airspace breach and invocation of Article 4
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Elon Musk Retakes Lead as World’s Richest After Brief Ellison Surge
Larry Ellison briefly surpassed Musk amid Oracle share rally, but Musk now holds the top spot again with a narrow margin
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U.S. and China Agree on Framework to Shift TikTok to American Ownership
Preliminary deal reached in Madrid; President Trump and Xi Jinping to finalise terms later this week
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France Faces Rising Borrowing Costs After Fitch Downgrade
France’s borrowing costs have increased following a downgrade by Fitch Ratings, sparking concerns that the country could face additional financial pressures in the near future.
Questions Arise on White Lotus Portrayal of France
As White Lotus prepares its France-based season, critics and fans alike are debating whether the show will accurately capture French culture and society on screen.
Cal State LA Chemistry Faculty Wins Fulbright Award to France
A chemistry professor from California State University, Los Angeles, has been awarded a Fulbright U.S. Scholar grant to conduct academic collaboration in France.
Macron Backs Lecornu as Key Figure to Stabilize France
French President Emmanuel Macron is placing confidence in Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu to help steer the country through political and economic turbulence.
France Player Cited for Biting in Women’s Rugby World Cup
A French player has been cited for biting during the Women’s Rugby World Cup, adding controversy to the tournament and sparking disciplinary proceedings.
Love Is Blind: France Removes Contestant for Rule Violation
A contestant was removed from the French edition of Love Is Blind during the pod experiment phase after breaking show rules, highlighting the program’s strict standards.
White Lotus Season Four to Be Set in France
Cast members of the hit series White Lotus confirmed that season four will take place in France, though uncertainty remains over which characters will return for the new installment.
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Massive Strikes in France Pressure Macron and New PM on Austerity Proposals
Macron and his wife to provide 'scientific photographic evidence' that she is a real woman
Federal Reserve Cuts Rates by Quarter Point and Signals More to Come
European manufacturers against ban on polluting cars: "The industry may collapse"
Turkish car manufacturer Togg Enters German Market with 5-Star Electric Sedan and SUV to Challenge European EV Brands
Christian Brueckner Released from German Prison after Serving Unrelated Sentence
World’s Longest Direct Flight China Eastern to Launch 29-Hour Shanghai–Buenos Aires Direct Flight via Auckland in December
New OpenAI Study Finds Majority of ChatGPT Use Is Personal, Not Professional
Charlie Kirk’s Alleged Assassin Tyler Robinson Faces Death Penalty as Charges Formally Announced
Actor, director, environmentalist Robert Redford dies at 89
The conservative right spreads westward: a huge achievement for 'Alternative for Germany' in local elections
Pope Leo Warns of Societal Crisis Over Mega-CEO Pay, Citing Tesla’s Proposed Trillion-Dollar Package
Poland Green-Lights NATO Deployment in Response to Major Russian Drone Incursion
Elon Musk Retakes Lead as World’s Richest After Brief Ellison Surge
U.S. and China Agree on Framework to Shift TikTok to American Ownership
Le Pen Tightens the Pressure on Macron as France Edges Toward Political Breakdown
Musk calls for new UK government at huge pro-democracy rally in London, but Britons have been brainwashed to obey instead of fighting for their human rights
Czech Republic signs €1.34 billion contract for Leopard 2A8 main battle tanks with delivery from 2028
Penske Media Sues Google Over “AI Overviews,” Claiming It Uses Journalism Without Consent and Destroys Traffic
Indian Student Engineers Propose “Project REBIRTH” to Protect Aircraft from Crashes Using AI, Airbags and Smart Materials
French Debt Downgrade Piles Pressure on Macron’s New Prime Minister
One in Three Europeans Now Uses TikTok, According to the Chinese Tech Giant
Could AI Nursing Robots Help Healthcare Staffing Shortages?
NATO Deploys ‘Eastern Sentry’ After Russian Drones Violate Polish Airspace
German police raid AfD lawmaker’s offices in inquiry over Chinese payments
Volkswagen launches aggressive strategy to fend off Chinese challenge in Europe’s EV market
ChatGPT CEO signals policy to alert authorities over suicidal youth after teen’s death
Effective Protest Results: Nepal’s Prime Minister Resigns as Youth-Led Unrest Shakes the Nation
France Erupts in Mass ‘Block Everything’ Protests on New PM’s First Day
Poland Shoots Down Russian Drones in Airspace Violation During Ukraine Attack
Apple Introduces Ultra-Thin iPhone Air, Enhanced 17 Series and New Health-Focused Wearables
Macron Appoints Sébastien Lecornu as Prime Minister Amid Budget Crisis and Political Turmoil
Vatican hosts first Catholic LGBTQ pilgrimage
Apple Unveils iPhone 17 Series, iPhone Air, Apple Watch 11 and More at 'Awe Dropping' Event
Pig Heads Left Outside Multiple Paris Mosques in Outrage-Inducing Acts
France joins Eurozone’s ‘periphery’ as turmoil deepens, say investors
France Faces New Political Crisis, again, as Prime Minister Bayrou Pushed Out
Nayib Bukele Points Out Belgian Hypocrisy as Brussels Considers Sending Army into the Streets
France, at an Impasse, Heads Toward Another Government Collapse
The Country That Got Too Rich? Public Spending Dominates Norway Election
Germany Suspends Debt Rules, Funnels €500 Billion Toward Military and Proxy War Strategy
EU Prepares for War
Trump Threatens Retaliatory Tariffs After EU Imposes €2.95 Billion Fine on Google
Tesla Board Proposes Unprecedented One-Trillion-Dollar Performance Package for Elon Musk
Gold Could Reach Nearly $5,000 if Fed Independence Is Undermined, Goldman Sachs Warns
Uruguay, Colombia and Paraguay Secure Places at 2026 World Cup
Trump Administration Advances Plans to Rebrand Pentagon as Department of War Instead of the Fake Term Department of Defense
Big Tech Executives Laud Trump at White House Dinner, Unveil Massive U.S. Investments
Tether Expands into Gold Sector with Profit-Driven Diversification
Florida’s Vaccine Revolution: DeSantis Declares War on Mandates
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