political system of France
Dozens of supporters of Frenchwoman Gisele Pelicot, whose ex-husband allegedly abused her by recruiting strangers to sexually assault her while she was drugged ... Show more
Dominique Pelicot charged in French rape trial says 'I am a rapist,' seeks forgiveness | Reuters
Dominique Pelicot charged in French rape trial says 'I am a rapist,' seeks forgiveness | Reuters
Quick Glance: Dominique Pelicot Admits to Raping His Ex-Wife
- Dominique Pelicot, 71, confessed to all charges of raping his ex-wife Gisèle over a span of 10 years.
- He apologized to his wife and family, asserting his love for her despite his actions.
- Gisèle, who has emerged as a symbol for victims of rape, found it difficult to hear Pelicot's admission.
- The trial has sparked a national debate on marital rape and consent, as Pelicot defends his actions and those of his co-defendants.
Senior AAP leader Atishi will be the next Delhi Chief Minister.
Atishi, who holds the largest number of ministries and departments in the Delhi government ... Show more
Atishi to be next Delhi Chief Minister; name proposed by Arvind Kejriwal, supported by MLAs
Atishi to be next Delhi Chief Minister; name proposed by Arvind Kejriwal, supported by MLAs
Quick Glance: Kejriwal Resigns as Delhi Chief Minister Amid Controversy
- Arvind Kejriwal resigned as Delhi Chief Minister shortly after receiving bail in a corruption case.
- Atishi has been announced as his successor, making her the youngest and third woman to hold the position.
- Kejriwal has called for elections to be advanced to November, although experts deem this unlikely.
- The Aam Aadmi Party denies corruption allegations and accuses the BJP of using investigative agencies against opposition leaders.
Second Apparent Assassination Attempt on Trump Prompts International Alarm: There is widespread concern that the November election will not end well and that ...
nytimes.com/2024/09/17/world/trump-assassination-attempt-world-reaction.html
Quick Glance: Harris gains 6-point lead over Trump post-debate
- Vice President Kamala Harris has gained a six-point lead over former President Trump following last week's debate, as per a Morning Consult poll.
- A majority of voters, including 20% of Republicans, believe Harris won the debate, which is solidifying her national lead.
- The poll indicates Harris's support at 51%, marking a new record for the Democratic nominee.
- Both candidates are targeting young voters, with Harris receiving a boost from Taylor Swift's endorsement.
Frenchwoman Gisele Pelicot walked out to a round of applause from dozens of supporters as she left court in Avignon after a hearing in which her ex-husband and ... Show more
Dominique Pelicot charged in French rape trial says 'I am a rapist,' seeks forgiveness | Reuters
Dominique Pelicot charged in French rape trial says 'I am a rapist,' seeks forgiveness | Reuters
EU: Ursula von der Leyen presents new commission: Von der Leyen presents her new EU commission for the second time. The commissioners are more conservative ...
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Quick Glance: First Vice President of EU Commission from Meloni's Party
- Raffaele Fitto from Fratelli d'Italia is set to become Vice President of the EU Commission.
- He will be responsible as Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms, overseeing the European Social Fund and regional development.
- Fitto is viewed as controversial due to his affiliation with the right-wing party, prompting resistance in Parliament.
- Ursula von der Leyen aims for the new Commission to commence its work on November 1.
EU commissioner retreat shows Macron's waning clout in Europe EU commissioner retreat shows Macron's waning clout in Europe | Reuters
Are Macron's days numbered? His opponent Le Pen is waiting in the wings: Marine Le Pen has never made a secret of her dislike of the president ...
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France: main defendant confesses to mass abuse of wife: A pensioner in France is said to have drugged his wife and had her abused by strangers. In court ...
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Ursula von der Leyen’s EU Team: France, Italy, Spain Win Key Roles: Ursula von der Leyen proposed a sweeping financial and industrial portfolio for France in her ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-09-17/france-italy-spain-win-key-roles-in-von-der-leyen-s-eu-team
Democrats block Cruz attempt to pass GOP IVF bill: Democrats on Tuesday blocked an attempt by Republican Sens. Ted Cruz (Texas) and Katie Britt (Ala ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4884839-democrats-block-ted-cruz-gop-ivf-bill/
Quick Glance: Senate Discusses Legislation for IVF Access
- Senate Democrats are promoting the Right to IVF Act to protect in vitro fertilization access, expecting Republican resistance.
- Chuck Schumer challenged Republicans to vote for the bill, suggesting a rejection would align them with Project 2025, which opposes reproductive rights.
- The Right to IVF Act aims to establish nationwide IVF access, enhance fertility treatments for veterans, and improve affordability.
- Republicans introduced alternative IVF legislation but faced Democratic pushback, while discussions of additional Republican bills are ongoing.
“El Hotzo” comments on Musk’s provocation on X: “Right-wing radical conspiracy theories”
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'We are all Gisèle!': Feminists rally across France in response to mass rape trial
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/09/14/we-are-all-gisele-feminist-rallies-across-france-in-response-to-the-mazan-rape-trial_6726070_7.html
Border controls in Germany: This is the situation on the ground: Since midnight, federal police have been deployed at all nine German state borders ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/deutschland/grenze-kontrolle-deutschland-frankreich-europa-100.html
Quick Glance: New Border Control Regulations in Germany
- Starting Monday, border controls will be implemented at all German borders to curb irregular migration.
- Federal Interior Minister Nancy Faeser justifies the measure by citing the impending strain on resources for refugee support and threats from terrorism.
- The controls will initially last for six months and may be extended to a maximum of two years under certain conditions.
- Travelers are advised to carry identification documents, as the Federal Police will conduct flexible and situation-based checks.
French Polynesia’s Third-Gender Identities: How continuity and change have shaped the lives of the islands’ nonbinary inhabitants
newlinesmag.com/reportage/french-polynesias-third-gender-identities/
‘Parents already have the tools’: Snapchat billionaire pushes back on social media ban
smh.com.au/technology/parents-already-have-the-tools-snapchat-boss-pushes-back-on-social-media-ban-20240909-p5k8yc.html
On the witness stand, French man describes inviting dozens of men to rape his drugged wife for years
pbs.org/newshour/world/on-the-witness-stand-french-man-describes-inviting-dozens-of-men-to-rape-his-drugged-wife-for-years
Jordan Chiles appeals to Supreme Court over 2024 Paris Olympics bronze medal: Gymnast Jordan Chiles appeals to the Federal Supreme Court of Switzerland in an ...
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Quick Glance: Chiles appeals medal revocation to Swiss court
- Jordan Chiles, an American gymnast, has filed an appeal with Switzerland's Federal Supreme Court against the revocation of her Olympic bronze medal.
- The medal was stripped after an arbitration court ruled that a scoring inquiry was submitted seconds too late, despite evidence suggesting it was on time.
- Chiles' legal team seeks a reevaluation of the case, arguing that the original procedures were fundamentally unfair and that they could present additional evidence.
- The appeal also requests the removal of arbitrator Hamid Gharavi from future hearings due to his legal ties with the Romanian gymnastics federation.
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You can always count on us, French FM tells Armenia: French Foreign Minister Stéphane Séjourné has reiterated France’s support to ...
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A New Yorker cover from this day in 1938, by Ilonka Karasz. #NewYorkerCovers New Yorker September 17 1938 Painting by Ilonka Karasz - Fine Art America
Dozens of supporters of Frenchwoman Gisele Pelicot, whose ex-husband allegedly abused her by recruiting strangers to sexually assault her while she was drugged ... Show more
Dominique Pelicot charged in French rape trial says 'I am a rapist,' seeks forgiveness | Reuters
Dominique Pelicot charged in French rape trial says 'I am a rapist,' seeks forgiveness | Reuters
Err … him?! EU’s new animal welfare chief yet to win hearts and minds: Campaigners had hoped for someone with “some kind of experience” in animal welfare issues ...
politico.eu/article/hungary-commissioner-oliver-varhelyi-health-animal-welfare-commissioner/
Not-so-well-liked: Who are Europe's most unpopular leaders? : German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's approval rating has hit a new low of just 18% ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/09/17/not-so-well-liked-who-are-europes-most-unpopular-leaders
France uses tough, untested cybercrime law to target Telegram's Durov: When French prosecutors took aim at Telegram boss Pavel Durov, they had a trump card to ...
reuters.com/world/europe/france-uses-tough-untested-cybercrime-law-target-telegrams-durov-2024-09-17/
Girona's Stuani deserves dream Champions League start, says manager Michel Girona's Stuani deserves dream Champions League start, says manager Michel | Reuters
European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen reveals EU's new top line-up
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Trial of the century in Avignon: "I am a rapist - | like everyone else," says the husband, looking at the 50 defendants
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Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled her nominated team of European Commissioners and the policy areas she will ask them to steer over the next ... Show more
Stéphane Séjourné’s nomination brings key Macron ally to European Commission: Stéphane Séjourné, one of President Emmanuel Macron’s closest confidants ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/stephane-sejournes-nomination-brings-key-macron-ally-to-european-commission/
What just happened? A beginner’s guide to von der Leyen’s European Commission: Confused by goings on in Brussels? We can explain.
politico.eu/article/beginners-guide-ursula-von-der-leyen-european-commission-brussels/
Europe is in thrall to the far right – that’s the result of appeasement by so-called moderates
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/sep/17/europe-far-right-appeasement-france-populist-progressive
Tech giants’ data centres must work ‘within the climate limits’, Ireland’s minister says
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Monster who admits he drugged his wife so men could rape her begs for pardon: A trial in France which has shocked the world has heard how a husband using the ...
mirror.co.uk/news/world-news/france-mass-rape-monster-who-33692135
Impeachment proceedings against France's Macron pass first hurdle: The bureau of France's National Assembly has validated an impeachment procedure brought by ...
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It’s that man again! Veteran Dombrovskis as EU economy boss will reassure Germany.
politico.eu/article/latvian-veteran-valdis-dombrovskis-eu-economy-commissioner-germany-spending-rules/
French far right slams Macron’s submission to von der Leyen after Breton exit: The National Rally swiftly accused Macron of taking his orders from Brussels.
politico.eu/article/french-far-right-breton-macron-von-der-leyen-european-commission/
OpenAI to launch Paris office as city aims to become AI hub - report
euronews.com/next/2024/09/17/chatgpt-maker-openai-to-launch-subsidiary-in-paris-as-city-aims-to-become-ai-hub-report
London Olympics chief Coe, international cycling head Lappartient in race for IOC presidency
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Quick Glance: Bach Succession: Intriguing Race for IOC Presidency
- The race to succeed IOC President Bach is emerging as a triad between Kirsty Coventry, Sebastian Coe, and Juan Antonio Samaranch junior.
- The IOC prohibits campaign activities, complicating the assessment of candidates who will be presented behind closed doors in January 2024.
- David Lappartient, Cycling President, and Jordan's Prince Feisal Al Hussein could emerge as strong alternatives to current favorite Coventry.
- Outsiders like Morinari Watanabe and Johan Eliasch add further intrigue to the competition, with Eliasch's candidacy particularly notable due to his controversial tenure.
Wife offered for abuse: trial in Avignon: | "I am a rapist": In France, a 71-year-old man has his wife raped by dozens of men over the years ...
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France steps up African swine fever surveillance on German border France steps up African swine fever surveillance on German border | Reuters
Lockheed shows off new ‘extreme range’ cruise missile: Lockheed Martin's 'rapid production' AGM-158 XR missile could potentially exceed the range ...
ukdefencejournal.org.uk/lockheed-shows-off-new-extreme-range-cruise-missile/
Germany expands 'emergency' border checks to cover all nine neighbours: Interior minister Nancy Faeser says measures are "intended to protect ...
news.sky.com/story/germany-expands-emergency-border-checks-to-cover-all-nine-neighbours-13216086
The man who had his drugged wife raped hundreds of times has given evidence for the first time
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MAP: Which French cities have the best local amenities within walking or cycling distance?
thelocal.fr/20240917/map-which-french-cities-have-the-best-local-amenities-within-walking-or-cycling-distance
Von der Leyen’s new Commission: Male and slightly less stale: A look at the Commission president’s new team, in figures and charts.
politico.eu/article/ursula-von-der-leyens-new-commission-male-gender-balace-young/
After months of controversy and waiting, Ursula von der Leyen has finally revealed her new team of European commissioners.
As the dust settles on her choices ... Show more
5 takeaways on Ursula von der Leyen’s new Commission – POLITICO
5 takeaways on Ursula von der Leyen’s new Commission – POLITICO
Starmer Seeks Lessons From Meloni's Plan to Process Migrants Abroad: Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he’s looking to Italy for lessons on tackling the flow ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-09-16/starmer-seeks-lessons-from-italy-plan-to-process-migrants-abroad
Sudanese man says migrants must take risk of crossing the English Channel: In an industrial warehouse site in the outskirts of Calais in northern France ...
theglobeandmail.com/world/video-sudanese-man-says-migrants-must-take-risk-of-crossing-the-english/
Major surprise in Brussels: Thierry Breton, the powerful European Commissioner in charge of the internal market, has resigned ... Show more
Henry Winkler channels Fonzie at Emmys 2024 'Happy Days' reunion with Ron Howard: Ayyyy! Nostalgia is the theme of the Emmys 2024, and the most celebrated night ...
nypost.com/2024/09/15/entertainment/henry-winkler-channels-fonzie-at-emmys-2024-happy-days-reunion/
Quick Glance: Nostalgia Reigns: Happy Days Reunion at Emmys 2024
- The 2024 Emmys celebrated the 50th anniversary of Happy Days with Ron Howard and Henry Winkler appearing on a recreated set of Arnold's Drive-In.
- Winkler paid tribute to Howard for his Emmy win, and the duo joked about the absence of the show's iconic theme song during their presentation.
- The series, which aired from 1974 to 1984, was honored for its nostalgic characters and memories of the 1950s and 1960s.
- The ceremony featured a return of past TV icons and emphasized the nostalgic connection to television history.
🔗👉 Deindustrialization: "Germany's business model is in serious danger" - | FOCUS online The industry has long complained about competitive disadvantages compared to international competitors. BDI President Siegfried Russwurm speaks of a ... Show more
The cement company that paid millions to Isis: was Lafarge complicit in crimes against humanity?
theguardian.com/world/2024/sep/17/french-cement-company-lafarge-paid-millions-to-islamic-state-syria
Turning struggles into triumphs one climb at a time 🧗♀️Climbing duo Romain Dinis and Mathilde Becerra are transforming lives with Amassa Climb ... Show more
Watch: The climbing duo scaling heights and uplifting spirits in France | Euronews
Watch: The climbing duo scaling heights and uplifting spirits in France | Euronews
Renault Argentina announces $350 mln investment to build new pickup model: French carmaker Renault's Argentine unit will invest $350 million to begin producing a ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/renault-argentina-announces-350-mln-investment-build-new-pickup-model-2024-09-17/
Orbán cancels Strasbourg speech over Hungary floods: Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has cancelled his European Parliament speech ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/orban-cancels-strasbourg-speech-over-hungary-floods/
France's CFDT union keeps options open for Exxon Mobil protests: France's CFDT trade union said on Monday that it is keeping all options open for protests at ...
reuters.com/sustainability/frances-cfdt-union-keeps-options-open-exxon-mobil-protests-2024-09-16/
French jihadist suspected of links to Charlie Hebdo attack goes on trial: French jihadist Peter Cherif, who was close to the brothers behind the 2015 massacre of ...
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EU competition chief warns against weakening rules to create champions : Margrethe Vestager’s comments come as successor told to be ‘more supportive’ of ...
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France's foreign ministry unveils two-year gender equality strategy: France's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has adopted a new ‘action plan’ for professional ...
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Hundreds of Sudanese men camped in tents near Calais in northern France are waiting for an opportunity to cross the English Channel ... Show more
Eight die in Channel crossing attempt, French authorities say | Reuters
Eight die in Channel crossing attempt, French authorities say | Reuters
Truro and Morlaix re-sign twinning deal: A special ceremony was held to mark the partnership's 45th anniversary.
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Several people drown while crossing the English Channel: At least eight people have died in a boat accident in the English Channel. Many migrants are still ...
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Quick Glance: Tragic Deaths in Channel Crossing Attempt
- Several individuals, including a pregnant woman and six children, have died attempting to cross the English Channel.
- French authorities rescued 200 migrants off Calais recently, while the total number of migrants who have reached the UK this year has risen to 21,720.
- The French interior minister has called for a UK-EU migration treaty, which Downing Street has rejected.
- Over 30 people have died in Channel crossings this year, with increasing dangers from overcrowded boats.
DirecTV, Disney End TV Blackout: New Deal Includes Streaming Options: Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ will be included in select DirecTV packages.
pcmag.com/news/directv-disney-end-tv-blackout-new-deal-includes-streaming-options
PSG denounce racism aimed at defender Mendes: Paris St-Germain said Nuno Mendes had their full support after the defender was subjected to racist and abusive ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/psg-denounce-racism-aimed-defender-mendes-2024-09-16/
Husband on trial over horrifying rapes on wife tells French court ‘I am a rapist like everyone else’
independent.co.uk/news/world/crime/france-wife-rape-trial-gisele-dominique-pelicot-b2614088.html
Everything We Just Learned About The Supersized AGM-158 XR Stealth Cruise Missile
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At Least 8 Refugees Died While Attempting to Cross English Channel: Eight asylum seekers died when their vessel sank in the English Channel as they attempted to ...
democracynow.org/2024/9/16/headlines/at_least_8_refugees_died_while_attempting_to_cross_english_channel
'After the success of the Paralympics, the question of disability must be considered in terms of equal rights'
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/09/16/after-the-success-of-the-paralympics-the-question-of-disability-must-be-considered-in-terms-of-equal-rights_6726217_7.html
Who works for who in the new EU power structure: POLITICO reveals the lines of command in Ursula von der Leyen’s second term.
politico.eu/article/eu-power-structure-ursula-von-der-leyen-team/
Henna Virkkunen becomes EU Commission VP for tech sovereignty: Tech and industry portfolios go to Finland’s Henna Virkkunen, France’s Stéphane Séjourné ...
euronews.com/next/2024/09/17/henna-virkkunen-becomes-eu-commission-vp-for-tech-sovereignty
'West Wing' Star Bradley Whitford Speaks Out After Missing Emmys Reunion: The actor is filming another political TV series—this time about a real president.
newsweek.com/west-wing-emmys-reunion-bradley-whitford-1954304
A Moscow court hears a case against French national Laurent Vinatier who is accused of failing to register as a 'foreign agent' while gathering information on ... Show more
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Frenchman in mass rape trial absent from court: Lawyer : The trial of a Frenchman accused of recruiting strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife resumed ...
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Sexual Abuse Allegations Against Abbé Pierre Shatter His Legacy: Abbé Pierre campaigned for decades against homelessness and poverty. Revelations about his ...
nytimes.com/2024/09/14/world/europe/abbe-pierre-sexual-abuse-france.html
French church knew of sexual abuse by late priest Abbé Pierre, bishop says: The French bishops’ council had been aware of Abbé Pierre's alleged sexual abuse of ...
rfi.fr/en/france/20240917-french-church-knew-of-sexual-abuse-by-late-priest-abb%C3%A9-pierre-bishop-says
Edison wants to be part of Italian government project on nuclear power, CEO says: Italy's Edison is interested in participating in a government project to ...
reuters.com/business/energy/edison-interested-being-part-italys-project-nuclear-power-ceo-says-2024-09-17/
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