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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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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 ...
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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
Suspected threat situation in Paris: man is said to be threatening an attack - Police seal off Iranian consulate in Paris
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Julian Nagelsmann: DFB extends contract with national coach until World Cup 2026: Julian Nagelsmann gives in to the German Football Association's advertising and ...
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Quick Glance: Julian Nagelsmann to Remain as Head Coach of National Team until 2026
- Julian Nagelsmann will continue as head coach of the national team beyond the upcoming European Championship.
- He will not return to FC Bayern Munich but will stay with the national team.
- DFB President Neuendorf praises the contract extension as a strong signal and highlights Nagelsmann's outstanding abilities.
- The DFB leadership aims for continuity by extending the contract of National Team Director Rudi Völler as well.
French PM on consequences of Russia's victory: Ukrainians will hold if we support them
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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/
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.
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
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/
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/
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
Olympics: IOC outlines strategy for using AI in sports: Olympic organizers have unveiled their plans to use artificial intelligence in sports ...
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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/
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/
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
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/
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 ...
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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
Kyrie Irving says he ‘grew up in a time’ when you had to try out for USA Basketball after omission from Paris 2024
cnn.com/2024/04/19/sport/kyrie-irving-team-usa-olympics-selection-spt-intl/
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/
Matthias Ginter receives State Order of Merit for his foundation: Matthias Ginter, professional soccer player at SC Freiburg, will be awarded the State Order of ...
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World hammer silver medallist Kassanavoid eyes glory at Nyayo on Saturday: The 29-year-old said she will be simply looking to enjoy herself ahead of Paris ...
standardmedia.co.ke/sports/athletics/article/2001493487/world-hammer-silver-medallist-kassanavoid-eyes-glory-at-nyayo-on-saturday
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
How Russia targeted France and radicalised Emmanuel Macron: He is now one of Europe’s leading Russia hawks
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/how-russia-targeted-france-and-radicalised-emmanuel-macron
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.
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/
With 100 days to go, Parisians grumble about the Games
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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.
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
How green are your trainers? Team Japan uniforms to have carbon footprint labels: Japanese Olympians stepping up to the podium in Paris will have more than just ...
japantimes.co.jp/olympics/2024/04/18/carbon-footprint-olympic-kits/
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.
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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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
Cruel mum had 'partially mummified' French bulldog called Gucci in bathtub: WARNING DISTRESSING IMAGES Susan Shaw and Jack Wynn also mistreated another dog ...
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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
15-strong NZ athletics team named for Olympics: A pair of reigning World Indoor champions and two former Olympic medallists headline the athletics team for this ...
rnz.co.nz/news/sport/514686/15-strong-nz-athletics-team-named-for-olympics
Bochum: Football game canceled - out of fear of brutal team!: In Bochum, a district league football game was canceled due to fears of a brutal team ...
derwesten.de/staedte/bochum/bochum-fussball-kreisliga-nrw-id300927713.html
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
Tripologist: Should we travel by train or plane in France and Italy?: Train travel is preferable to flying, but the only practical way to experience many of the ...
smh.com.au/traveller/reviews-and-advice/tripologist-should-we-travel-by-train-or-plane-in-france-and-italy-20240407-p5fhzp.html
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/
Olympics 2024: Track and field criticized for move to pay Paris gold medalists - National | Globalnews.ca
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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/
Paris Confident of Olympic Swims in the Seine, Despite E. Coli Report: Water quality is in line with expectations, a city official said, following a report about ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-17/paris-confident-of-olympic-swims-in-the-seine-despite-e-coli-report
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/
O.J. Simpson cremated during private Las Vegas gathering a week after his death: O.J. Simpson, the onetime football star infamously tried and acquitted of ...
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Quick Glance: OJ Simpson Cremated, Estate Attorney in Las Vegas Reveals Details
- Former football star and infamous criminal defendant O.J. Simpson was cremated at the age of 76 in Las Vegas, as confirmed by his attorney Malcolm LaVergne.
- The cremation took place on Wednesday morning at Palm Mortuary in downtown Las Vegas, with few attendees present.
- Simpson's ashes will be given to his children to handle as per their father's wishes, with no public memorial planned.
- Simpson's children are the sole beneficiaries of his estate, as the attorney works to assess the value of his assets which may not cover the outstanding legal judgments.
Seebohm aiming for record fifth Olympics - with a baby on board: Lisa Curry did it in 1992. Hayley Lewis also pulled off a remarkable comeback to swimming in ...
smh.com.au/sport/swimming/seebohm-aiming-for-record-fifth-olympics-with-a-baby-on-board-20240419-p5fl2m.html
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
If the Reserve Bank were a football coach, it would have been sacked eons ago: The bank’s job is to hold inflation between 2 and 3 per cent. Since mid-2014 ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/if-the-reserve-bank-were-a-football-coach-it-would-have-been-sacked-eons-ago-20240418-p5fkv9.html
This Luxurious Paris Apartment Was Originally Built for a French Noble: A couple renovated three separate apartments in a historic “hôtel particulier” and an ...
wsj.com/style/design/this-luxurious-paris-apartment-was-originally-built-for-a-french-noble-cc6ce349
‘We’re the ones who work our butt off’: Titmus wants swimming to follow prizemoney lead
theage.com.au/sport/swimming/we-re-the-ones-who-work-our-butt-off-titmus-wants-swimming-to-follow-athletics-lead-20240418-p5fkpz.html
Commentary: Will French grouchiness snuff out the Olympics flame?: Planning issues and security risks mean that with less than 100 days to go ...
channelnewsasia.com/commentary/france-paris-olympics-safety-terror-strikes-crowds-4274901
Cartoon for April 19, 2024: Our cartoonist's take on prize money being offered to Olympic athletes
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From footballer to Buddhist monk: Swedish ex-player’s incredible transformation detailed on his Instagram page
scmp.com/sport/football/article/3259457/footballer-buddhist-monk-swedish-ex-players-incredible-transformation-detailed-his-instagram-page
Olyroos’ Paris hopes in peril after shocking defeat to Indonesia: The result will invite fresh scrutiny of coach Tony Vidmar’s methods and selection decisions ...
theage.com.au/sport/soccer/olyroos-paris-hopes-in-peril-after-shocking-defeat-to-indonesia-20240419-p5fl2a.html
Paris takes down ads for 'transphobic' book: Posters promoting a book described as "transphobic" have been taken down in Paris after a top city ...
thelocal.fr/20240418/paris-takes-down-ads-for-transphobic-book
McKeown smashes another Australian record, but she won’t swim the race in Paris: Kaylee McKeown thought she’d won a bet with her coach that meant she didn’t have ...
smh.com.au/sport/swimming/mckeown-just-smashed-another-australian-record-but-she-won-t-swim-the-race-in-paris-20240418-p5fl07.html
Olympic champion Suni Lee back in form after debilitating kidney ailment: Olympic gymnastics all-around champion Suni Lee revealed that at the height of dealing ...
apnews.com/article/olympics-suni-lee-gymnastics-paris-7405ae9182a808aa95941e16add839a5
Noah Eagle picked by NBC as play-by-play voice for basketball at the Paris Olympics
apnews.com/article/noah-eagle-nbc-olympics-e46a38dfa76a5fa5f9de786a84b22525
Paris 2024 Olympics venues: Capacity, events and schedule: Games take place from July 24 to August 11
thenationalnews.com/sport/2024/04/18/paris-olympics-2024-venues-capacity-events-schedule/
The comeback of Notre Dame: American builders help to restore iconic Paris landmark
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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.
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
‘Peasants vs. Marie Antoinette’: What the Premier League does with its billions of dollars is riling 72 other soccer clubs
cnn.com/2024/04/18/sport/premier-league-efl-regulator-spt-intl/
France, Russia stand on opposite sides of Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict: Azerbaijan has accused France of threatening the country after Paris recalled its ...
rfi.fr/en/international/20240418-france-russia-stand-on-opposite-sides-of-armenia-azerbaijan-conflict
Team USA basketball roster announced: See the men's team for 2024 Paris Olympics: Time will tell if it’s another Dream Team, but the roster for the United States ...
today.com/news/sports/usa-basketball-mens-olympics-roster-2024-rcna148035
Dawn Staley’s Legacy In Two Words: At the Nike On Air experience in Paris, the stylish basketball icon shared her inspiring journey ...
essence.com/fashion/paris-nike-air-experience-dawn-staley/
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
65-year-old patient from France receives India’s first high cervical spinal cord stimulation for Parkinson Plus Syndrome
thehindu.com/news/national/karnataka/65-year-old-patient-from-france-receives-indias-first-high-cervical-spinal-cord-stimulation-for-parkinson-plus-syndrome/article68076839.ece
Stephen Curry and wife Ayesha planned new baby around Paris Olympics : Golden State guard Stephen Curry knew he was running out of chances to play in what would ...
nbcnews.com/news/sports/stephen-curry-wife-ayesha-baby-paris-olympics-rcna148314
Quick Glance: Stephen Curry and Ayesha Prepare for Paris Olympics with a New Baby
- Stephen Curry realized that his opportunities to participate in his first Olympics were dwindling. As a result, he and his wife Ayesha began planning many months ago on how to navigate the Paris Games for their family.
- Curry was formally announced as part of the original roster for this year's Paris Olympics and has been planning his Olympic debut this summer for quite some time.
- While Curry has achieved numerous milestones in his career, competing in the Olympics holds significant importance as an additional feat.
- Having previously represented Team USA on various occasions, Curry eagerly anticipates the chance to compete in the Olympics this summer, recognizing it as potentially his final opportunity to be part of this prestigious event.
Team GB and Adidas reveal kits for Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics: The kits come in the Union Jack red, white and blue.
itv.com/news/2024-04-18/team-gb-and-adidas-reveal-kits-for-paris-2024-olympics-and-paralympics
Something blue: British kits for Paris 2024 stripped back and traditional: Team GB and ParalympicsGB official kits have been unveiled by adidas with no sign of ...
theguardian.com/sport/2024/apr/18/paris-2024-team-gb-paralympicsgb-official-kit-olympics
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.
Former world No. 1 Momota retires from international badminton at 29: Two-time world champion Kento Momota said Thursday he is retiring from international ...
japantoday.com/category/sports/former-number-one-momota-retires-from-international-badminton-at-29
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/
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