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Novak Djokovic expresses his views on vaccinations: "I'm neither against it nor for it" - Eurosport
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French PM announces crackdown on teen school violence: Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has presented measures for a 'surge of authority' after a series of attacks ...
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/04/18/french-pm-announces-crackdown-on-teen-school-violence_6668815_5.html
Gabriel Attal's first 100 days as prime minister, amid turbulent times in France: Appointed to 'regenerate' a stagnant presidential term, the prime minister has ...
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/04/16/gabriel-attal-s-first-100-days-as-prime-minister-amid-turbulent-times-in-france_6668607_5.html
Ex-Resistance Olympic torch-bearer still wants to 'change the world': At the age of 102, Melanie Berger-Volle will carry the Olympic torch as high as she can ...
thelocal.fr/20240412/ex-resistance-olympic-torch-bearer-still-wants-to-change-the-world
ATP Masters Monte-Carlo: Final! Ruud beats Djokovic for the first time: Casper Ruud has reached the final of the ATP Masters 1000 tournament in Monte-Carlo with ...
tennisnet.com/news/atp-masters-monte-carlo-finale-ruud-schlaegt-erstmals-djokovic
Quick Glance: Casper Ruud defeats Novak Djokovic in Monte Carlo semifinals for biggest career win
- Casper Ruud defeated Novak Djokovic in the Monte Carlo semifinals with a 6-4, 1-6, 6-4 victory, marking the biggest win of his career.
- Ruud, previously 0-11 against Top 3 players in his career and 0-25 in sets in those matches, overcame the odds to secure a historic victory over Djokovic.
- Following a thrilling match, Ruud emerged victorious against Djokovic, becoming the first Norwegian to defeat a world No. 1 in ATP rankings history.
- Ruud continues his quest for success, advancing to the final to face Stefanos Tsitsipas after his triumph over Djokovic in Monte Carlo.
Burkina Faso's pro-Russia junta expels French diplomats: The junta has accused three diplomats of "subversive activities", which France has denied.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68846771
French police arrested a man who threatened to blow himself up at Iran's consulate in Paris, but on being searched was found not to be carrying any explosives
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Measles Outbreak: Vital Updates for Your Practice: Measles resurgence threatens global health, with rising cases and travel-related risks ...
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Quick Glance: Measles Resurgence: Key Updates for Your Practice
- Measles have returned to the US, primarily due to declining vaccination rates and increased international travel.
- The disease is highly contagious, affecting areas with low vaccination coverage, even in states with high rates.
- Vaccination rates among kindergarteners have decreased, raising concerns about increased susceptibility to outbreaks.
- Emphasis is placed on combating misinformation about vaccines and improving public understanding of the severe risks posed by measles compared to the minimal risks of vaccination.
French Development Minister Sees Hope for Sustainability Goals: Chrysoula Zacharopoulou, France’s minister for development, expressed some optimism after this ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/french-development-minister-sees-hope-for-sustainability-goals
French police evict hundreds of migrants from a Paris warehouse ahead of the Olympics
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/17/french-police-evict-hundreds-of-migrants-from-a-paris-warehouse-ahead-of-the-olympics_6668705_7.html
Paris 2024: Macron's 'plans B and C' for the Olympics opening ceremony on the Seine raise questions
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/04/16/paris-2024-emmanuel-macron-s-plans-b-and-c-for-the-opening-ceremony-raise-questions_6668541_9.html
Quick Glance: Security Concerns Prompt Alternatives for France's Olympic Opening Ceremony
- France has developed contingency plans for the July 26 Olympics opening ceremony on the river Seine in response to security concerns, as stated by President Emmanuel Macron on Monday.
- Heightened security alert due to conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, along with the threat of terrorist attacks, has prompted action by the French government.
- Expressing confidence, Macron believes the anticipated Games ceremony with large crowds by the Seine, involving around 160 boats embarking on a 6 km journey, will be a significant achievement.
- The leadership of the United States Olympic and Paralympic teams approves of the security arrangements along the Seine for the opening ceremony, according to the team's security head, Nicole Deal.
Historic: Djokovic is the oldest number one at 36 years and 321 days - tennis MAGAZIN
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Macron calls for Israel to 'avoid escalation' but says Iran's attack was 'disproportionate'
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/15/macron-calls-for-israel-to-avoid-escalation-but-says-iran-s-attack-was-disproportionate_6668437_7.html
French judicial authorities seize properties belonging to Putin associates: A villa in the Basque Country linked to Vladimir Putin's ex-wife and a Paris ...
lemonde.fr/en/les-decodeurs/article/2024/04/17/french-judicial-authorities-seize-property-belonging-to-putin-associates_6668750_8.html
Could U.S. Measles Cases Break a Record This Year? What to Know: Within the first 3 months of 2024, the U.S. surpassed the total number of measles cases recorded ...
webmd.com/children/news/20240412/us-measles-cases-record-what-to-know
The US was getting too expensive. So this artist relocated to France for a slower-paced life
cnn.com/travel/us-too-expensive-artist-relocated-french-pyrenees/
Russia but not Putin invited to French D-Day anniversary, say organisers: Russia but not President Vladimir Putin will be invited to the French ceremony in June ...
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'This 'war economy' coined by Macron has yet to see the light of day': The French president's proactive strategic shift on Ukraine has raised hopes in Kyiv ...
lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2024/04/10/this-war-economy-coined-by-macron-has-yet-to-see-the-light-of-day_6667985_23.html
China is a threat to Europe’s gunpowder supply, defense boss warns : Saab boss warns Beijing dominates supplies of a key component to make powder to fire shells ...
politico.eu/article/saab-ceo-warns-against-reliance-china-make-weapons-europe/
Sydney stabbing: French hero gains Australian residency for confronting shopping centre killer
independent.ie/world-news/australasia/sydney-stabbing-french-hero-gains-australian-residency-for-confronting-shopping-centre-killer/a1737598525.html
Official: Novak Djokovic crowned the oldest number one of all time: Official since Sunday
tennisnet.com/news/offiziell-novak-djokovic-kroent-sich-zur-aeltesten-nummer-eins-aller-zeiten
Quick Glance: Tennis World Ranking: Djokovic Breaks Records
- Novak Djokovic, at 36 years and 321 days, remains the top player in the world ranking.
- Djokovic surpasses Roger Federer's record, holding the top spot for over 420 weeks.
- There were few changes in the top 10 of the world ranking before the Masters in Monte Carlo.
- Alexander Zverev is the top German player, ranking fifth overall.
GSK says efficacy of its shingles vaccine remains high after years: British drugmaker GSK said on Wednesday long-term data showed that its blockbuster shingles ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/gsk-says-efficacy-its-shingles-vaccine-remains-high-after-years-2024-04-17/
Macron bets on commemorations to create common national narrative: On Sunday, the French president first paid tribute to French Resistance fighters ...
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/04/08/macron-bets-on-commemorations-to-create-common-national-narrative_6667700_5.html
Rwanda genocide: The communication slip-up over
France's responsibility: The French presidency had said on Thursday that Macron would release a message saying ...
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/08/rwanda-genocide-the-communication-slip-up-on-france-s-responsibility_6667721_7.html
The Paris Olympics menu: more French, more local, less meat: Athletes at this year's Olympics will be eating fresh produce mostly made in France ...
reuters.com/sports/paris-olympics-menu-more-french-more-local-less-meat-2024-04-18/
I’m a Scholar of Ben Franklin. I Can’t Believe How Good Michael Douglas Is in the New Show.
slate.com/culture/2024/04/ben-franklin-michael-douglas-apple-show-true-story-accuracy.html
Quick Glance: Franklin: An Entertaining Historical Series
- Benjamin Franklin (Michael Douglas) embarks on a secret mission to France to garner support in the war for independence against the English.
- The series, with Michael Douglas in the title role, offers an enjoyable portrayal of America's Founding Fathers, although the plot switches between English and subtitled French.
- The interplay of intrigue, deception, and diplomatic negotiations as Franklin tries to secure French support is a central focus of the storyline.
- Michael Douglas shines with his magnetic personality as Franklin in this pleasurable yet not entirely gripping series about the events leading to the birth of a nation.
Paris 2024: French sports minister confident in 'reducing bacteriological pollution in the Seine by 75%'
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/04/16/paris-2024-french-sports-minister-confident-in-reducing-bacteriological-pollution-in-the-seine-by-75_6668586_9.html
Suspect arrested after two French schoolchildren stabbed, local authority says: A suspect has been arrested after two French children were stabbed on Thursday ...
reuters.com/world/europe/suspect-arrested-after-two-french-schoolchildren-stabbed-local-authority-says-2024-04-18/
French PM on consequences of Russia's victory: Ukrainians will hold if we support them
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7451968/
Could U.S. Measles Cases Break a Record This Year? What to Know: Within the first 3 months of 2024, the U.S. surpassed the total number of measles cases recorded ...
webmd.com/children/news/20240412/us-measles-cases-record-what-to-know
Quick Glance: CDC warns of looming measles outbreak in the US
- A report from the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a significant decline in measles immunization since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, resulting in a record high of almost 40 million children missing a vaccine dose last year.
- With the increase in cases that could jeopardize the virus's eliminated status in the U.S., the CDC is calling for measures to boost measles immunization.
- So far, 113 measles cases have been confirmed since 2020, compared to 58 cases detected last year. The majority of measles patients since 2020 have not been vaccinated or had an unknown vaccination status.
- Experts express concerns that the rise in measles cases in the U.S. may signal a troubling trend. The CDC emphasizes the need to increase routine MMR vaccination coverage to maintain elimination.
ATP Masters Monte Carlo: Djokovic overcomes De Minaur hurdle: With a not outstanding, but solid performance, 24-time Grand Slam champion Novak Djokovic defeated ...
tennisnet.com/news/atp-masters-monte-carlo-djokovic-meistert-huerde-de-minaur
Storm in Dubai was not artificial rain - Fact check: Cloud seeding, i.e. the seeding of clouds, is said to have triggered the storm chaos in Dubai ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/wissen/cloud-seeding-dubai-unwetter-faktencheck-100.html
Changing Entrenched Health Beliefs Is Not Impossible: Some people with deep-rooted beliefs on a wide range of health topics – from COVID vaccination to mental ...
webmd.com/vaccines/news/20240418/changing-entrenched-health-beliefs-not-impossible
Unemployment insurance: French PM Attal defends his reform 'more focused on activity than inactivity'
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/04/05/unemployment-insurance-french-pm-attal-defends-his-reform-more-focused-on-activity-than-inactivity_6667461_5.html
NHS rolls out new variant Covid vaccine as virus kills 100 a week: The new vaccination project started this week with jabs between now and June
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/nhs-rolls-out-new-variant-29011917
What the French bill on end of life allows compared to its European neighbors: Le Monde has listed the most frequent conditions that have led to euthanasia in ...
lemonde.fr/en/les-decodeurs/article/2024/04/10/what-the-french-bill-on-end-of-life-allows-compared-to-its-european-neighbors_6667977_8.html
Schneider Electric confirms Bentley Systems talks: Schneider Electric is in talks with U.S. engineering software producer Bentley Systems over a potential
reuters.com/markets/deals/schneider-electric-confirms-bentley-systems-talks-2024-04-19/
Former coach Marjan Vajda: "Djokovic is not finished yet": Former coach Marjan Vajda still firmly believes in Novak Djokovic.
tennisnet.com/news/ex-coach-marjan-vajda-djokovic-ist-noch-nicht-fertig
Sanofi to overhaul US operations of vaccines, cut jobs: French drugmaker Sanofi said on Thursday it would restructure the U.S. commercial operations for its ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/sanofi-overhaul-us-operations-vaccines-cut-jobs-2024-04-18/
French judoka Clarisse Agbégnénou: 'I want to say to myself, like before, I know I'm going to win'
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/04/19/french-judoka-clarisse-agbegnenou-i-want-to-say-to-myself-like-before-i-know-i-m-going-to-win_6668880_9.html
Eiffel Tower: French athlete attempts rope climbing world record: Anouk Garnier climbs a 110m rope to the Eiffel Tower's second floor in just 18 minutes.
bbc.com/news/av/world-europe-68789522
Quick Glance: New Rope Climbing World Record Set at Eiffel Tower by French Athlete
- Anouk Garnier surpassed the previous world record in rope climbing on Wednesday morning by ascending over 100 meters to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.
- Equipped with a safety cord, the double obstacle course world champion began her climb in front of dozens of onlookers at one of Paris' most iconic landmarks.
- She reached the 100-meter mark after just 18 minutes of climbing, despite the initial estimate of 20 minutes.
- Garnier is now considering taking a brief break, given her packed schedule. Apart from returning to obstacle courses, she will be participating in carrying the Olympic flame in Marseille on May 9 before becoming an ambassador for the volunteer program of this year's Paris Olympics.
Olympic rings for the Paris Games will be displayed on the Eiffel Tower: The Paris Games organizers say the Olympics rings will be displayed on the Eiffel Tower ...
apnews.com/article/paris-olympics-paralympic-games-2024-rings-eiffel-tower-5c3a260d7cd79c04f003a7bfbe4dbfd5
Russia summons French ambassador over foreign minister's 'unacceptable' comments
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Sodexo sees around 8% growth in annual sales boosted by the Olympics: French food caterer Sodexo said on Friday it expects 2024 organic revenue growth at the top ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/sodexo-sees-around-8-growth-annual-sales-boosted-by-olympics-2024-04-19/
Roland Garros Entry List: Rafael Nadal will give the farewell to his great love: In Paris Novak Djokovic will lead the seeding. Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner ...
tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/ATP_Tennis/144062/roland-garros-entry-list-rafael-nadal-will-give-the-farewell-to-his-great-love/
Quick Glance: Rafael Nadal's Exit from 2024 Barcelona, Defeat to Alex de Minaur in Second Round
- The 12-time champion couldn’t replicate his first-round performance, exiting the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell against the fourth-seeded Aussie.
- Nadal's comeback at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell concluded in the second round on Wednesday on the unseeded icon's home court.
- De Minaur, seeded fourth in Barcelona, defeated the living legend in a straight-set victory to advance to the third round.
- Overall, Nadal managed just 11 winners to 42 unforced errors, while De Minaur played the cleaner match with 21 to 26, respectively, awaiting the Aussie in the third round will be either No. 16 seed Arthur Fils or Daniel Altmaier.
Israel Weighs Response to Iran, and U.S. Speaker Tries to Pass Ukraine Aid: Plus, the French Olympic team reveals its outfits.
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/podcasts/israel-weighs-response-to-iran-and-us-speaker-tries-to-pass-ukraine-aid.html
Quick Glance: US imposes new sanctions on Iran's drone program
- The United States imposed new sanctions Thursday on sixteen people and two entities associated with Iran’s drone program to punish Tehran for the weekend's attack on Israel.
- The sanctions target executives of an engine manufacturer supplying Iran’s Shahad-131 drones, companies servicing the engines, and individuals providing the drones to Iranian proxy forces in the Middle East.
- Coordinated with European allies, the new sanctions aim to disrupt Iran's missile and drone program and isolate the country globally.
- President Joe Biden emphasized the US commitment to holding Iran accountable, utilizing economic tools to counter Iran's activities, as stated by Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen.
French archaeologists dig out medieval castle from under Brittany manor: France's National Institute for Preventive Archaeological Research (Inrap) says it has ...
rfi.fr/en/culture/20240407-france-inrap-digs-out-medieval-castle-from-under-brittany-hotel-archeology
Rome win gives Medvedev confidence for claycourt swing: Daniil Medvedev got his claycourt season off to a winning start by beating Gael Monfils 6-2 6-4 at the ...
reuters.com/sports/tennis/rome-win-gives-medvedev-confidence-claycourt-swing-2024-04-11/
ATP Rankings: And the one-handers are back!: Stefanos Tsitsipas has made a big leap forward in the ATP charts with his success at the ATP Masters 1000 tournament ...
tennisnet.com/news/atp-rankings-und-schon-sind-die-einhaender-wieder-da
MenB vaccination for infants: STIKO changes paracetamol dosage: Berlin - The STIKO has issued a recommendation on the prophylactic administration of paracetamol ...
aerzteblatt.de/nachrichten/150726/MenB-Impfung-bei-Saeuglingen-STIKO-aendert-Paracetamoldosierung
I’m a Scholar of Ben Franklin. I Can’t Believe How Good Michael Douglas Is in the New Show.
slate.com/culture/2024/04/ben-franklin-michael-douglas-apple-show-true-story-accuracy.html
Quick Glance: Michael Douglas defends farting as Benjamin Franklin
- Michael Douglas expresses no remorse for his portrayal of flatulence as a founding father.
- In an interview with Sirius XM's The Jess Cagle Show, the Wall Street actor defended the scene in his Apple TV+ series Franklin where his Benjamin Franklin repeatedly breaks wind. Douglas delved into a book about Franklin and used 'Fart Proudly' to counter critics.
- Indeed, Franklin penned an essay titled 'Fart Proudly' in 1781, delving into the science of flatulence and proposing ways to turn its odor into a pleasant scent.
- The Apple TV+ series, based on A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the Birth of America by Pulitzer Prize winner Stacy Schiff, narrates Franklin's endeavor to persuade the French government to back the American revolution.
L'Oreal shares shine after sales beat expectations: Shares in L'Oreal rose 5% on Friday after the French cosmetics giant beat expectations with a strong rise in ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/loreal-shares-shine-after-q1-sales-beat-expectations-2024-04-19/
New Barcelona-Paris train link delayed until after Olympics: A direct rail route between Barcelona and Paris which was set to launch in time for the Summer ...
thelocal.es/20240416/spains-barcelona-paris-train-link-delayed-until-after-olympics
Stokies can book eighth Covid jab - from today: The Spring Covid vaccination programme starts next week
stokesentinel.co.uk/news/stoke-on-trent-news/stokies-can-book-eighth-covid-9224081
Djokovic wants last dance with Nadal at Roland Garros: Rafa Nadal's withdrawal from the Monte Carlo Masters has cast doubt over the 22-times Grand Slam ...
reuters.com/sports/tennis/djokovic-wants-last-dance-with-nadal-roland-garros-2024-04-07/
French foreign minister says dialogue with Russia no longer in France's 'interest'
lemonde.fr/en/russia/article/2024/04/08/french-foreign-minister-says-dialogue-with-russia-no-longer-in-france-s-interest_6667804_140.html
Quick Glance: French Foreign Minister Terminates Cooperation with Russia in Antiterrorism
- Stéphane Séjourné emphasized that the longstanding cooperation with Russia in the fight against terrorism had reached a halt.
- Following conflicting reports on a rare phone call regarding the deadly attack on a Moscow concert hall last month, the French Foreign Minister stated on Monday that it was currently not in France's interest to negotiate with Russia.
- President Macron criticized Russia's 'bizarre and threatening' tone after a conversation between the French Defense Minister and his Russian counterpart.
- Before France can engage in discussions with Russia again, it may be necessary to build trust and improve the military situation in Ukraine to facilitate a renewal of relations, according to Séjourné.
French inflation confirmed at 2.4% in March: Consumer prices in France, rose 2.4% year on year in March, statistics office INSEE said on Friday ...
reuters.com/markets/europe/french-inflation-confirmed-24-march-2024-04-12/
Journalism and Crisis: Join Le Monde in English for a special event in New York!: Le Monde's English edition crosses the Atlantic from April 15-17 for a series ...
lemonde.fr/en/about-us/article/2024/04/03/journalism-in-crisis-join-le-monde-in-english-for-a-special-event-in-new-york_6667277_115.html
French Expression of the Day: T'as dead ça: This French expression does not actually have to do with death or the afterlife.
thelocal.fr/20240419/french-expression-of-the-day-tas-dead-ca
Macron hails Resistance martyrs ahead of 80th anniversary of D-Day landings: President Emmanuel Macron was due in the southern French town of Vassieux-en-Vercors ...
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'One of the greatest achievements of medical science': Vaccines saved almost 20,000 lives in NSW during early
9news.com.au/health/covid-19-vaccination-australia-saved-18000-lives-early-omicron-wave-nsw/1b788d3c-e17c-4ef5-927d-2ec5261ccd8e
Macron advocates a war economy that 'produces wealth': The French president was visiting the Eurenco ammunition powder plant near Bordeaux on Thursday ...
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/12/macron-advocates-a-war-economy-that-produces-wealth_6668228_7.html
French artist in race against time to finish monumental piece: A couple of months ago, Baptiste Chebassier quit his consulting job to fully focus on his art ...
reuters.com/lifestyle/french-artist-race-against-time-finish-monumental-piece-2024-04-11/
Cruel mum had 'partially mummified' French bulldog called Gucci in bathtub: WARNING DISTRESSING IMAGES Susan Shaw and Jack Wynn also mistreated another dog ...
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/cruel-mum-son-partially-mummified-29017481
Quick Glance: Mother and Son Sentenced for Animal Cruelty
- Following the starvation of a French bulldog and severe neglect of another, a mother and her son have been banned from owning animals for a decade.
- Gucci was discovered deceased and partially decomposed in a bathtub, weighing a mere 3.5kg - significantly below a healthy dog's average weight.
- Experts observed that Gucci and Violet endured harsh conditions, leading to severe dehydration and malnutrition. Both defendants faced penalties and a 10-year prohibition on animal ownership.
- In addition to the dogs, a snake and a fish were discovered on the premises and transferred to the RSPCA. Shaw received a 26-week suspended prison sentence, while Wynne was given a three-month suspended sentence. Violet made a full recovery and found a new home.
French Expression of the Day: T'as la ref?: This French expression might come up a few times as you try to fill in the holes about French culture and history.
thelocal.fr/20240418/french-expression-of-the-day-tas-la-ref
Will Novak Djokovic's frustration cause him to take a break from playing on tour?
tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Tennis_Stories/144012/will-novak-djokovic-s-frustration-cause-him-to-take-a-break-from-playing-on-tour/
Journalists given rare access to France’s Rubis-class nuclear-powered submarine: Built in the 1980s, the submarine is being phased out from the French navy in ...
euronews.com/2024/04/17/journalists-given-rare-access-to-frances-rubis-class-nuclear-powered-submarine
Video. Video investigation: French police use dangerous techniques to intercept migrants in English Channel
lemonde.fr/en/france/video/2024/03/30/video-investigation-french-police-use-dangerous-techniques-to-intercept-migrants-in-english-channel_6666774_7.html
La Belle Vie: Brocantes, books and where to buy a second home: From second-hand markets to the best places to live in France and the books to prepare you for ...
thelocal.fr/20240419/la-belle-vie-brocantes-books-and-where-to-buy-a-second-home
"We are in the middle of World War III, but European leaders are denying reality, as in the time of Hitler"
eurointegration.com.ua/eng/interview/2024/04/10/7183469/
France recalls its ambassador to Azerbaijan, accuses Baku of 'damaging' ties: France on Tuesday said it had recalled for consultations the French ambassador to ...
france24.com/en/europe/20240416-france-recalls-ambassador-azerbaijan-accuses-baku-of-damaging-ties
LIVE: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with French Defence Minister: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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A modified Concorde once chased a solar eclipse across the sky because science: French scientists wanted to make the most of the 1973 eclipse, and they enlisted ...
qz.com/total-solar-eclipse-1973-concorde-plane-science-1851395198
French couple who kept 159 cats banned from keeping pets: A woman, 68, has been diagnosed as having Noah syndrome, a condition associated with animal hoarding.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68728540
TotalEnergies investors call for split of CEO and chair roles: A group of TotalEnergies investors is calling for the French oil and gas major to split the roles ...
reuters.com/business/energy/investors-ask-totalenergies-split-ceo-board-chair-roles-ahead-may-agm-2024-04-18/
Gucci hit by China sales slump: The Italian firm’s poor performance in the Asian region is taking its toll on its parent company, French conglomerate Kering ...
english.elpais.com/economy-and-business/2024-04-14/gucci-hit-by-china-sales-slump.html
Quick Glance: Gucci Affected by Sales Slump in China
- The Italian firm's weakness in Asia is impacting its French parent company, Kering, owned by François-Henri Pinault.
- Kering is facing challenging times, with CEO François-Henri Pinault acknowledging the situation.
- Poor performance of the Italian brand, Gucci, in China is leading to significant revenue losses.
- Kering issues a profit warning, experiences a sharp drop in stock prices, and reports poor results in the first quarter of 2024.
Argentine veterinarian looks to conquer French multilateral bastion: Luis Barcos, the Argentine candidate to be the next director-general of the World ...
batimes.com.ar/news/world/argentine-veterinarian-looks-to-conquer-french-multilateral-bastion.phtml
French Greens’ top candidate wants 'European pharmaceutical sovereignty': Marie Toussaint, the lead of the French Greens' campaign for the June European ...
euractiv.com/section/health-consumers/news/french-greens-top-candidate-wants-european-pharmaceutical-sovereignty/
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