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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 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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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
Paris 2024: French PM wants to increase secret service surveillance by 20% during the Olympics
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/20/paris-2024-french-pm-wants-to-increase-secret-service-surveillance-by-20-during-the-olympics_6668955_7.html
French PM on consequences of Russia's victory: Ukrainians will hold if we support them
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7451968/
Burkina Faso kicks out three French diplomats over ‘subversive activities’: France condemns the move and says there ‘were no legitimate grounds’ to expel its ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/18/burkina-faso-kicks-out-three-french
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
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/
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
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
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/
Restored cut of century-old Napoleon epic to screen at Cannes Film Festival: After a marathon restoration effort, visionary French director Abel Gance's silent ...
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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/
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/
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/
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 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
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/
At NATO-Ukraine Council, Stoltenberg says allies pledge more air defense systems: "In addition to Patriots, there are other weapons that allies can provide ...
kyivindependent.com/at-nato-ukraine-council-stoltenberg-says-allies-pledge-more-air-defense-systems/
Quick Glance: Kyiv's Urgent Air Defence Need Highlighted by NATO Chief
- NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg highlights Ukraine's critical need for additional air defences during the G7 Summit in Capri.
- He mentions positive signals of military aid commitments from NATO members and the US House of Representatives' vote on a aid package for Kyiv.
- Stoltenberg acknowledges new pledges of support from Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands, stressing the importance of earlier and increased assistance.
- These statements precede a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and the NATO-Ukraine Council, with President Volodimir Zelenski participating via video link.
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
Letta report and EU Deep Tech Stock Exchange, new ETSI director general elected: Welcome to Euractiv’s Tech Brief, your weekly update on all things digital in ...
euractiv.com/section/digital/news/letta-report-and-eu-deep-tech-stock-exchange-new-etsi-director-general-elected/
Quick Glance: Europe's Economy Falling Behind: Enrico Letta Urges Action
- Former Italian Prime Minister Enrico Letta suggests using European savings for the green and digital transition, pooling 10% of state aid, and initiating a new recovery plan to help the European economy catch up with the US.
- Letta presented his report on the internal market to the EU-27 in Brussels, highlighting that only a minority of companies and citizens in Europe fully benefit from the internal market, leading to the EU lagging behind the US and China.
- European companies underutilize economies of scale in sectors like energy, telecoms, and financial markets within the internal market. The market fragmentation hinders growth and competitiveness against global counterparts.
- Letta advocates for creating a fifth freedom for research, innovation, and skills within the internal market and updating competition rules in strategic sectors to promote European champions and ensure consumer protection.
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.
Reader question: Will I need to do a French 'integration' class to renew my carte de séjour?
thelocal.fr/20240419/reader-question-will-i-need-to-do-a-french-integration-class-to-renew-my-carte-de-sejour
Woman Shares $9 Accessory That Guarantees Her Voluminous Hair All Day Long: If you love how your hair looks when pushed back by sunglasses, then this use of the ...
newsweek.com/french-side-comb-sunglasses-hair-effect-1892203
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.
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 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
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/
New twist in case of missing Emile Soleil as chilling theory emerges: Two-year-old Emile’s disappearance in the isolated French hamlet of Haut-Vernet ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/18/new-twist-case-missing-emile-soleil-chilling-theory-emerges-20676696/
France calls for de-escalation after reports of Israeli attack on Iran: Israel carried out an attack on Iranian soil on Friday, sources said ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2024/04/19/france-calls-for-de-escalation-after-reports-of-israeli-attack-on-iran
Two girls wounded in knife attack outside French school: An assailant on Thursday wounded two girls aged 6 and 11 in a knife attack close to their school in the ...
thelocal.fr/20240418/two-girls-wounded-in-knife-attack-outside-french-school
French property declaration form available in paper version this year: If you own property in France, then you are required to fill out the one-off property ...
thelocal.fr/20240418/french-property-declaration-form-available-in-paper-version-this-year
Danone benefits from higher prices: Sales rose by 4.1 percent to 6.789 billion euros in the first quarter. Danone has increased prices massively over the past ...
diepresse.com/18379396/danone-profitiert-von-hoeheren-preisen
Lille fans attempt to storm pitch to confront 'most hated Argentine' Martinez: Aston Villa star Emi Martinez does not have the best of relationships with French ...
mirror.co.uk/sport/football/news/emi-martinez-villa-lille-fans-32620717
Quick Glance: Lille Fans Attempt to Confront Martinez
- Aston Villa's Emi Martinez faces backlash from French fans due to his conduct at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
- During a match against Villa in France, angry Lille fans tried to attack Emi Martinez, prompting intervention from stewards.
- Despite fan hostility, Martinez saved two penalties, securing a victory for Aston Villa.
- Martinez clarified that his actions were not personal and expressed admiration for France, hoping for a more positive experience in future games.
Sports ministers visit the Olympic Village in Paris: A delegation with representatives from Saarland sports and politics visited the German House for the Olympic ...
saarbruecker-zeitung.de/sport/sz-sport/sportminister-besuchen-das-olympische-dorf-in-paris_aid-110929649
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S’Eagles to get new coach in two weeks – Sports minister: The Minister of Sports, Senator John Enoh, has assured Nigerians that the senior men’s national team ...
punchng.com/seagles-to-get-new-coach-in-two-weeks-sports-minister/
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
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
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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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
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.
Countdown: Paris is due for the 2024 Olympics in less than 100 days | Africanews: The French capital is due to see a wildly ambitious waterborne celebration on ...
africanews.com/2024/04/17/countdown-paris-is-due-for-the-2024-olympics-in-less-than-100-days/
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
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/
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.
Brigitte Macron: French president's wife to be subject of new TV drama: The life of the French first lady will be turned into a six-part TV drama series.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68831403
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
France evicts hundreds of migrants ahead of Olympics | kuwaittimes: France evicts hundreds of migrants ahead of Olympics - Top Stories - VITRY-SUR-SEINE ...
kuwaittimes.com/article/13254/top-stories/france-evicts-hundreds-of-migrants-ahead-of-olympics/
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.
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
Berluti Teams Up With Carine Roitfeld to Design the French Olympics Opening Ceremony Outfits
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/style/lvmh-2024-french-olympic-opening-ceremony-outfits.html
Macron recognises French WWII collaborationists in Resistance tribute: President Emmanuel Macron hailed the heroism of members of the World War Two Resistance ...
thelocal.fr/20240417/macron-recognises-french-wwii-collaborationists-in-resistance-tribute
Did Austria really invent France's iconic croissant?: It's often said that Austria in fact invented the croissant - and some even claim that Marie Antoinette ...
thelocal.fr/20240417/did-austria-really-invent-frances-iconic-croissant
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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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
France appoints magistrates in Zakrzewski death probe: France has appointed investigating magistrates to run a war crimes probe into the death of French-Irish ...
rte.ie/news/2024/0417/1444032-pierre-zakrzewski/
French island wins €1.3 million legal battle against Airbnb: Airbnb has been handed a €1.3 million fine after a tiny island off the coast of western France won ...
thelocal.fr/20240416/french-island-wins-e1-3-million-legal-battle-against-airbnb
Dortmund ready for PSG rematch after epic win over Atletico: Dortmund overturned a 2-1 deficit from their quarter-final first leg against Atletico to win 5-4 on ...
thedailystar.net/sports/football/news/dortmund-ready-psg-rematch-after-epic-win-over-atletico-3588841
Nadal confirms comeback at Barcelona Open: It will be Rafa Nadal's first tournament since January and first appearance on clay since the 2022 French Open.
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/514385/nadal-confirms-comeback-at-barcelona-open
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.
Macron hails French ‘heroes’ who fought Australia mall attacker : President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday hailed two Frenchmen who helped to fend off a ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/16/macron-hails-french-heroes-who-fought-australia-mall-attacker-
Texas Water Hack Likely Linked to Russian Spy Agency: Report: The infamous hacking group Sandworm may be branching out, a Mandiant report finds.
thedailybeast.com/texas-water-hack-likely-linked-to-russian-spy-agency-report
JR punches a tunnel through Milan’s central railway station in latest optical illusion
cnn.com/2024/04/15/style/jr-milan-design-week/
Quick Glance: Breakthrough: JR Designs Tunnel at Milan Central Station During Design Week
- Artist JR unveils his new artwork as part of Milan Design Week.
- The installation evokes the golden age of rail travel in northern Italy and runs until May 1.
- Inspired by the mountains from which the tunnel was excavated, the piece creates an effect of a tunnel-like void in the grand building.
- JR hopes the installation will showcase the area in a new light and alter visitors' perspectives on the world, even post-exhibition.
Reporters - Hunting down genocide suspects: With the Franco-Rwandan couple seeking justice
go.france24.com/i03
French right-wing candidate opposes EU Migration Pact: At the French border city of Menton, Bellamy said he opposes the EU Migration Pact because he has been ...
euronews.com/2024/04/15/french-right-wing-candidate-opposes-eu-migration-pact
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.
Majority stake in Edinburgh Airport bought by French firm Vinci: The Edinburgh Airport deal is expected to complete by the middle of the year.
news.stv.tv/east-central/majority-stake-in-edinburgh-airport-bought-by-french-firm-vinci
19 French faux pas: If you’re planning a trip to France in the near future, you’re probably doing a lot of research. However, in between looking up the ...
yardbarker.com/lifestyle/articles/19_french_faux_pas/s1__40245440
Second major security operation begins in France's Mayotte: A new operation against insecurity, illegal immigration and unsanitary housing was launched on ...
rfi.my/AWOR.gf
Russian oligarch Fridman will not receive any proceeds from the sale of mobile operator lifecell
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/16/7451482/
Alcaraz's Madrid title defense in doubt amid arm injury: World No. 3 Carlos Alcaraz is uncertain about defending his title at the Madrid Open later this month ...
dailysabah.com/sports/tennis/alcarazs-madrid-title-defense-in-doubt-amid-arm-injury
Not tough enough? Migration pact criticized at France's border: Conservative French MEP François-Xavier Bellamy has traveled to Menton on the Italian border ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/15/nicht-hart-genug-migrationspakt-im-eu-wahlkampf-an-frankreichs-grenze-kritisiert
Australia's leader says French worker who intervened in stabbing attack can stay as long as he likes
ctvnews.ca/world/australia-s-leader-says-french-worker-who-intervened-in-stabbing-attack-can-stay-as-long-as-he-likes-1.6848820
Among French youth, half would be ready to fight in Ukraine to defend France - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/14/among-french-youth-half-would-be-ready-to-fight-in-ukraine-to-defend-france/
World's most expensive house that belonged to a King is on sale for £363m: Château d'Armainvilliers, in Seine-et-Marne in France, is a sprawling mansion on ...
metro.co.uk/2024/04/17/worlds-expensive-house-belonged-a-king-sale-363m-20664729/
Russia summons French ambassador over foreign minister's 'unacceptable' comments
go.france24.com/Cgi
The AI Revolution Is Crushing Thousands of Languages: English is the internet’s primary tongue—a fact that may have unexpected consequences as generative AI ...
theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2024/04/generative-ai-low-resource-languages/678042/
With French under fire, Mali uses AI to bring local language to students: As the popularity of French wanes, RobotsMali is using AI to create books in Bambara.
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/13/mali-books-artificial-intelligence-ai/
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