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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
France's sports minister: 'The Games will bring in far more to the nation than they cost'
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/04/17/france-s-sports-minister-the-games-will-bring-in-far-more-to-the-nation-than-they-cost_6668682_9.html
Quick Glance: Paris Olympics Flame Lit in Greek Cradle Amid Weather Challenges
- Despite the absence of Apollo, the flame for the Paris Olympics was ignited at the site of the ancient games in southern Greece on Tuesday.
- A backup flame was used as cloudy skies prevented the traditional lighting, where an actress dressed as an ancient Greek priestess typically uses the sun to ignite a silver torch.
- The flame will be carried by torchbearers from Olympia for over 5000 kilometers through Greece before being handed over to the Paris Games organizers in Athens on April 26.
- The Belem, a French three-masted sailing ship, will transport the Olympic flame from Greece to Marseille, arriving on May 8 after visiting the historic site of Olympia.
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
Paris 2024: Olympic flame begins its journey from Greece to France: The Olympic flame is due to arrive in Marseille on May 8, after crossing the Mediterranean ...
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/04/16/paris-2024-olympic-flame-begins-its-journey-from-greece-to-france_6668564_9.html
Africa Live: Burkina Faso expels French diplomats - BBC News: Relations between Burkina Faso and its former colonial power have soured since the 2022 coup - and ...
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Quick Glance: Africa Focus: Burkina Faso Expels French Diplomats - BBC News
- Zambia requires $940 million in aid due to ongoing drought.
- Kelvin Kiptum, the marathon world record holder, to be honored at London Marathon.
- Cape Town airport named Africa's best airport in customer survey.
- Chibok abductee and her three children rescued after 10 years.
Limiting Global Warming to 1.5C Would Avoid Two-Thirds of Economic Toll: A temperature rise of 3C would shrink GDP by 10%, but curbing climate change would avoid ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/limiting-global-warming-to-1-5c-would-avoid-two-thirds-of-economic-toll
Paris's Grand Palais ready for Olympics after major renovations: After three years of renovations, the Grand Palais will host the fencing and taekwondo ...
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/04/15/paris-s-grand-palais-ready-for-olympics-after-major-renovations_6668470_9.html
Five years after devastating fire, race to rebuild Notre-Dame gains pace: Paris' Notre-Dame Cathedral, ravaged by a fire in April 2019, is on track to reopen on ...
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Police cordon off Iran consulate in Paris after reports man threatens to blow himself up
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Burkina Faso's pro-Russia junta expels French diplomats: The junta has accused three diplomats of "subversive activities", which France has denied.
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Macron 'shocked' by 'racist reactions' to Aya Nakamura's rumored Olympics performance
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/15/macron-shocked-by-racist-reactions-to-aya-nakamura-s-rumored-olympics-performance_6668490_7.html
France | Paris: Attacker arrested in Iranian consulate: A man threatens to use an explosive belt at the Iranian consulate in Paris. The incident triggers a major ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/panorama/kriminalitaet/id_100389606/frankreich-paris-angreifer-im-iranischen-konsulat-festgenommen-.html
Designer of France's high-speed TGV train dies: Jacques Cooper, who designed the first TGV trains that came into service in 1981, died aged 93.
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/17/designer-of-france-s-high-speed-tgv-train-dies_6668740_7.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
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.
Fire breaks out at Copenhagen's historic stock exchange, spire collapses: A fire hit Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange on Tuesday, one of the Danish capital's most ...
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Quick Glance: Devastating Fire Strikes Copenhagen's Old Stock Exchange
- A blaze engulfed Copenhagen’s historic former stock exchange in Denmark’s capital on Tuesday, with the spire being consumed by flames and collapsing.
- The fire spread across multiple floors of the monument, leading to the collapse of its roof, as reported by local fire department chief Jakob Vedsted Andersen.
- The tower, standing at 184 feet, featured a distinctive design resembling four intertwined dragons’ tails, symbolizing protection against enemies and fire, as indicated by tourism websites.
- Deputy Prime Minister Troels Lund Poulsen referred to the incident as Denmark’s unique moment akin to Notre Dame, alluding to the 2019 fire in the roof of the Parisian landmark.
Suspected threat situation in Paris: man is said to be threatening an attack - Police seal off Iranian consulate in Paris
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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
EU Discord Over Capital Markets Weighs On Top-Level Summit: Welcome to the Brussels Edition, Bloomberg’s daily briefing on what matters most in the heart of the ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-17/eu-discord-over-capital-markets-weighs-on-top-level-summit
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/
'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
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 Olympics 2024: 'Unprecedented' security operation will be in place, says Games chief
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French President Emmanuel Macron visits Paris' Grand Palais, which will host Olympic events, to mark 100 days before the opening of the 2024 Paris Games ...
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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
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/
Russian athletes in limbo as Moscow weighs neutral label at Paris Olympics: With 100 days to go until the Paris Olympics, it’s still not clear whether any ...
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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
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.
French athlete breaks world rope climbing record for Eiffel Tower escapade: France’s two-time world obstacle course champion Anouk Garnier roped her way 110m up ...
rfi.fr/en/france/20240410-french-athlete-anouk-garnier-breaks-world-rope-climbing-record-in-eiffel-tower-escapade
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.
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
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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/
Determined Tatjana Smith swam with injury at SA Champs to claim Paris place: Tatjana Smith is back to setting times that made her one of the world’s best ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-14-tatjana-smith-swims-with-injury-at-sa-champs-to-claim-paris-spot/
US forecast to top medals table for fourth straight Games: The United States will top the medals table for the fourth straight Summer Games in Paris ...
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Notre-Dame's transformation five years after fire: Renovation work continues after 2019's devastating fire at the iconic cathedral in Paris.
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Quick Glance: Progress in Notre-Dame Restoration Ahead of Paris Olympics
- Following a devastating fire five years ago, the restoration of Notre-Dame Cathedral is nearing completion as the world's attention turns to Paris for the Olympic Games.
- Macron aims to boost the nation's morale and his government's approval ratings through the cathedral's restoration.
- The reopening is set for December and is progressing as planned, as confirmed by the project's official leader.
- The project's total cost of 550 million euros has been partly covered by substantial donations, including contributions from billionaires in the luxury sector.
Xavi furious at referee as Barcelona knocked out by PSG: Barcelona manager Xavi Hernandez berated the referee and said his performance cost Barcelona a chance to ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/xavi-furious-referee-barcelona-knocked-out-by-psg-2024-04-16/
Danone beats first-quarter sales forecasts, keeps 2024 goals: France's Danone reported stronger-than-expected first quarter sales on Thursday and said consumers ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/danone-q1-sales-beat-forecasts-keeps-2024-goals-2024-04-18/
French PM on consequences of Russia's victory: Ukrainians will hold if we support them
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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
France's Pluxee raises guidance after strong H1 performance: French voucher and benefits company Pluxee raised its full-year organic sales growth target on ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/frances-pluxee-raises-guidance-after-strong-h1-performance-2024-04-19/
Paris Olympics organisers mark 100-day countdown with sale of 250,000 tickets: Paris Olympics organisers launched the sale of 250,000 tickets on Wednesday as ...
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Purple track for Paris should be : The purple athletics track being laid in Paris's Stade de France for the summer Olympics does not guarantee records but ...
reuters.com/sports/athletics/purple-track-paris-should-be-very-very-good-say-organisers-2024-04-14/
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
Paris Olympics opening ceremony on river Seine will last nearly 4 hours: With sunset and moonlight gleaming on the river, the grandiose opening ceremony for the ...
apnews.com/article/paris-olympics-opening-ceremony-23e64c51d56126663c7b3b1ef8443d8d
Macron says over 2 billion euros in aid pledged for war-stricken Sudan: France and its allies sought to drum up hundreds of millions in aid for Sudan a year ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/15/macron-says-over-2-billion-euros-in-aid-pledged-for-war-stricken-sudan_6668505_4.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/
France hosts conference on aid to war-torn Sudan: The conference, held on the first anniversary of Sudan's civil war, features representatives from its neighbors ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/15/france-hosts-conference-on-aid-to-war-torn-sudan_6668451_4.html
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/
How green are your trainers? Team Japan kits to have carbon footprint labels: Japanese Olympians stepping up to the podium in Paris will have more than a medal ...
reuters.com/sports/how-green-are-your-trainers-team-japan-kits-have-carbon-footprint-labels-2024-04-17/
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
Australia have trust in France over Paris Games security: Australia's Chef de Mission Anna Meares said on Wednesday that while security was the first subject ...
reuters.com/sports/australia-have-trust-france-over-paris-games-security-2024-04-17/
Haitian groups seek billions in reparations from France: France should repay billions of dollars in reparations to Haiti to cover a debt formerly enslaved people ...
reuters.com/world/americas/haitian-groups-seek-billions-reparations-france-2024-04-18/
BNP Paribas to acquire Fosun's 9% stake in Belgiuan insurer Ageas: BNP Paribas has signed an agreement with China's Fosun Group to acquire its 9% stake in ...
reuters.com/markets/deals/bnp-paribas-acquire-fosuns-9-stake-belgiuan-insurer-ageas-2024-04-14/
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
LeBron James headlines Team USA’s 2024 Paris Olympics men’s basketball squad: USA Basketball unveiled the player roster Wednesday for the men’s team that will ...
cnn.com/2024/04/17/sport/lebron-james-headlines-usa-2024-paris-olympics-mens-basketball-squad-spt-intl/
Torch and sandals: What to know about the flame-lighting ceremony in Greece for the Paris Olympics
apnews.com/article/olympics-flame-lighting-greece-ceremony-ancient-olympia-f68de04bd8871d08f06c5c6c724c3bdc
LIVE: The 77th Cannes Festival reveals film line-up in Paris: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Quick Glance: Cannes Film Festival 2024: Coppola's Epic Return
- The announcement of the film selection for the 77th Cannes Film Festival was made under the direction of director Greta Gerwig.
- Francis Ford Coppola returns to Cannes with his long-awaited film Megalopolis. The selection for the Palme d'Or award includes notable collaborations and anticipated biopics.
- A variety of films are expected to attract attention at the festival, including personal projects by renowned directors. Special screenings and honorary awards add to the festival's allure.
- The jury, led by Greta Gerwig, will evaluate a variety of films, while George Lucas will receive an honorary Palme d'Or. A film addressing women's rights in China will also be presented.
Russia summons French ambassador over foreign minister's 'unacceptable' comments
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Azerbaijan slams 'threats' from France after Paris recalls ambassador: Azerbaijan on Wednesday accused France of pressuring and threatening the country after ...
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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/
Paris 2024: World Athletics to become first federation to award prize money at Olympic Games
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Quick Glance: World Athletics Introduces Prize Money for Olympic Champions
- World Athletics has announced it will be the first federation to award prize money at the Olympic Games, with a total prize pot of $2.4 million for the Paris Olympics and gold medallists receiving $50,000.
- President Lord Coe emphasized the importance of creating a stable financial landscape for athletes, describing the decision as a pivotal moment.
- The introduction of prize money for Olympic gold medallists was highlighted as a crucial step for World Athletics and the sport as a whole, recognizing the athletes' critical role in the success of the Games.
- It was noted that the payment of prize money will be subject to athletes undergoing standard anti-doping procedures, and details regarding the structure of prize money for the 2028 Games will be revealed later.
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
Paris 2024 Olympics: How authorities are preparing for the risk of epidemics: With some 15 million visitors expected to attend the Olympic and Paralympic Games ...
lemonde.fr/en/health/article/2024/04/18/paris-2024-how-the-olympics-are-preparing-for-the-risk-of-epidemics_6668791_14.html
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/
Macron to meet Lebanese PM in Paris: The French president will meet the Lebanese prime minister amid fears of a regional escalation in the war between Israel and ...
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/04/18/emmanuel-macron-to-meet-lebanon-pm-in-paris_6668825_5.html
Paris 2024: How will airports cope with challenge of Olympic and Paralympic Games?
lemonde.fr/en/economy/article/2024/04/10/paris-2024-how-will-airports-cope-with-the-challenge-of-the-olympic-and-paralympic-games_6667941_19.html
Macron: France intercepted Iranian drones ‘at Jordan’s request’: French president said Iran’s attack on Israel was “disproportionate.”
politico.eu/article/france-intercepted-iranian-drones-at-jordans-request-emmanuel-macron/
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.
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