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5 hours ago

French MPs vote to extend detention period for 'dangerous' foreigners

France's National Assembly approved extending detention for 'dangerous' foreign nationals to seven months, targeting those posing a serious threat to national security.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Suu Kyi's son seeks help from France to prove his mother is alive after house arrest

Aung San Suu Kyi's son urges France to verify her well-being after her transfer to house arrest amid concerns over her treatment in Myanmar.
#reproductive-rights
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
10 hours ago

Paris museum confronts Nazi-looted art with new gallery for orphaned masterpieces

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, including reproductive rights and art restitution, without paywalls.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Bus sinks into the River Seine near Paris after nightmare lesson for trainee driver

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, including reproductive rights and climate change, without paywalls, relying on public support.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
10 hours ago

Paris museum confronts Nazi-looted art with new gallery for orphaned masterpieces

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, including reproductive rights and art restitution, without paywalls.
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6 days ago

Bus sinks into the River Seine near Paris after nightmare lesson for trainee driver

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, including reproductive rights and climate change, without paywalls, relying on public support.
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3 hours ago

Burkina Faso authorities accused of secretly detaining prominent journalist

Atiana Serge Oulon was abducted from his home on June 24, 2024, by approximately 10 armed men in civilian clothing, contradicting the authorities' claims of his conscription into the military.
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11 hours ago

Macron taps ex-aide to head France's central bank

Emmanuel Macron is considering appointing his former chief of staff as governor of the Bank of France amid concerns of government dominance.
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fromwww.thelocal.fr
1 day ago

PODCAST: France's new anti-mosquito measures and where the French go for good food

The Talking France podcast covers mosquitoes, presidential elections, French gastronomy, and expressions of gratitude in French.
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fromThe Local France
1 day ago

Two severely wounded in explosion in aerospace factory in south-west France

Two employees were critically injured in an explosion at a Safran aerospace factory near Toulouse.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Political row as report calls for sweeping cuts to French public broadcasting

French politicians criticize a report recommending significant cuts to public broadcasting ahead of the presidential election, amid rising cultural tensions.
#student-meals
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

France serves up 1 meals to all university students in effort to cut hardship

French universities now offer 1 meals to all students to alleviate financial hardship, benefiting 667,000 students in 2024.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

France serves up 1 meals to all university students in effort to cut hardship

French universities now offer 1 meals to all students to alleviate financial hardship, benefiting 667,000 students in 2024.
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fromThe Local France
1 day ago

British man arrested over 16m French chateau scam

Two British men are implicated in a €16 million scam involving a fraudulent luxury retreat in France, with one arrested and the other still sought.
fromThe Local France
1 day ago

French former foreign minister returns gifted statues

Bourgi had said they were bought for €75,000 and €50,000 but de Villepin's entourage estimated that the price was 'four to five times lower'.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Jailed Iranian Nobel prize winner Narges Mohammadi between life and death'

We are not just fighting for the freedom of Narges, we are fighting so that her heart continues to beat. She is now between life and death.
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fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Illegal party at French military site draws up to 40,000 ravers

Up to 40,000 partygoers attended an illegal rave at a military site in France, despite warnings of potential dangers from unexploded ordnance.
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fromThe Local France
4 days ago

Illegal rave draws 20,000 to 'dangerous' military site in France

Around 20,000 partygoers attended an illegal rave in France, despite warnings about unexploded ordnance and safety risks.
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fromThe Local France
3 days ago

French minister vows crackdown on illegal raves

France's interior minister plans to intensify crackdowns on illegal raves following a large unauthorized party at a military site.
#migrant-crisis
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fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Two women migrants die off French coast seeking to reach UK: officials

Two women died attempting to reach Britain from France in a small boat, highlighting the ongoing dangers of migrant crossings.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Two women die in attempted Channel crossing from France to UK

Two women from Sudan died while attempting to cross the English Channel in a small boat carrying 82 people.
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fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Two women suffocate on migrant boat off French coast seeking to reach UK

Two young Sudanese women suffocated in a crowded boat attempting to reach Britain, marking a tragic incident in ongoing migrant crises.
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fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Two women migrants die off French coast seeking to reach UK: officials

Two women died attempting to reach Britain from France in a small boat, highlighting the ongoing dangers of migrant crossings.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Two women die in attempted Channel crossing from France to UK

Two women from Sudan died while attempting to cross the English Channel in a small boat carrying 82 people.
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fromThe Local France
3 days ago

Two women suffocate on migrant boat off French coast seeking to reach UK

Two young Sudanese women suffocated in a crowded boat attempting to reach Britain, marking a tragic incident in ongoing migrant crises.
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fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 days ago

Inside France: The love lives of French politicians and an alternative Francophone USA

French politicians increasingly publicize their love lives, reflecting a shift from traditional privacy to media interest in personal relationships.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Such huge consequences': pressure mounts on France to act on enslavement reparatory justice

The Mast of Fraternity and Memory, inaugurated this month, marks a turning point in France's complicated relationship with the legacy of its history of enslavement just as the French president, Emmanuel Macron, comes under pressure to make key announcements on a process of reparatory justice.
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fromThe Local France
5 days ago

Baguettes take centre stage on France's Labour Day

Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu ordered several baguettes in front of the cameras in the village of Saint-Julien-Chapteuil in central France, promoting a new bill to exempt independent bread and flower shops from mandatory rest on Labour Day.
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5 days ago

Man charged in France with filming the abuse and rape of over 30 children aged 3 to 9

A 40-year-old man has been charged with raping and abusing 34 children in Lucenay, France, between 2020 and 2024.
fromThe Local France
5 days ago

French hub monitors Hormuz tensions from afar

The Maritime Information Cooperation and Awareness Center (MICA center) detects any form of bombardment and immediately sends nearby ships an encrypted message, sharing the nature of the event, its context and exact position.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Claire's expected to return to UK high streets with about 50 stores from June

Claire's plans to reopen 50 UK stores, revamping the brand after closing all UK locations and losing over 1,000 jobs.
fromTheregister
6 days ago

French prosecutors link 15-year-old to gov mega-breach

The Paris Prosecutor's Office announced on Thursday that the minor, suspected of using the online alias 'breach3d', faces two computer crime allegations linked to an intrusion in which between 12 million and 18 million lines of data were offered for sale on cybercrime forums.
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fromThe Local France
6 days ago

Why local police in France might soon have more powers

The flagship measure of this bill is the creation of a municipal police system with 'expanded judicial authority,' including the right to issue fines for a range of offences.
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5 days ago

Note to Dumb Teen Vandals: You Might Want to Avoid Singapore, Unless You Like Jail Time

Gen Z teens often engage in reckless behavior for online fame, risking severe consequences in strict places like Singapore.
#bus-accident
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6 days ago

Four rescued from Seine after bus plunges into river near Paris

Four people were rescued after a bus driven by a trainee driver plunged into the Seine following a collision with a parked vehicle.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Four rescued from Seine after bus plunges into river near Paris

Four people were rescued after a bus driven by a trainee driver plunged into the Seine following a collision with a parked vehicle.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

French teenager charged in Singapore over vending machine straw-licking video

Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien, 18, was charged on 24 April and has not entered a plea, the city-state's largest English-language newspaper, the Straits Times, reported.
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fromIndependent
6 days ago

Gangs stockpiling drone-delivered drugs, phones, and weapons in overcrowded jails, conference hears

Contraband in Irish jails is rampant, with organized crime gangs profiting from drugs, phones, and weapons stockpiled by prisoners.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Svydovets: How an International Environmental Campaign Intertwines with Local Interests

The Svydovets ski resort project in Ukraine faces conflict between economic development and environmental protection, influenced by the Bruno Manser Fonds foundation's campaign.
#coco-website
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

France launches probe into website that enabled mass rape of Gisele Pelicot

France is investigating the reopening of a website linked to serious crimes, including the recruitment for the rape of Gisele Pelicot.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

France probes return of adult website linked to mass rape

France is investigating the reopening of a website linked to serious crimes, including the recruitment of attackers for sexual assault.
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

5 tips for having a casual conversation in French

Casual chats with French neighbours, colleagues, or the local boulanger can be the hardest to master. Understanding French and responding in French are two different skills.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

Diving robot explores mystery of France's deepest shipwreck

A remotely guided underwater robot is exploring a 16th-century shipwreck off the French coast, revealing artefacts from over 2,500 meters deep.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Madagascar detains French ex-serviceman over alleged destabilisation plot

Madagascar detains a French serviceman and expels embassy personnel amid a destabilisation investigation involving a conspiracy against the government.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

The 15 countries with the highest life expectancy and the 15 with the lowest

Monaco and San Marino reported the highest life expectancies, with men in Monaco averaging 84.4 years and women averaging 88.5 years. In contrast, Nigeria and Chad had the lowest life expectancies, often facing challenges such as disease, malnutrition, and conflict.
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fromwww.thelocal.fr
1 week ago

Summer 2026 expected to be very busy in French holiday resorts

More French people are choosing to holiday domestically due to travel uncertainty and rising costs, making local resorts busier this summer.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Migrants in hiding as Mauritania pushbacks drastically cut Europe arrivals

Mauritanian authorities have deported thousands of migrants to Mali and Senegal amid a mass deportation campaign, raising legal concerns.
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1 week ago

French coastguard rescues more than 100 migrants after boat breaks down

Over 100 migrants were rescued by the French coastguard after their boat broke down while attempting to cross the English Channel.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

The forbidden secret that makes food delicious

Stolen food is perceived to taste better, with participants rating stolen French fries significantly more enjoyable than those served directly.
fromwww.thelocal.fr
1 week ago

12 beautiful routes for French train holidays this summer

Trains were already having a bit of a moment as more people ditched flying in favour of an option that is not only better for the environment but also offers a much more comfortable - if slower - passenger experience.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

French student faces jail in Singapore for licking straw

A French teenager was charged in Singapore for licking a straw from a vending machine, causing public outrage over hygiene concerns.
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

French court hands rapper suspended term for 'defending terrorism'

The trial focused on a 2024 track by Freeze Corleone in which he compared himself to a truck, a line seen as an allusion to an attack in Nice where a man drove a 19-tonne vehicle into crowds, leaving hundreds more injured.
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1 week ago

Urban Truth Collective: The One-Hour City Conspiracy - Streetsblog USA

"The '15-minute city' model is based on the original concept of a city: having the things we want and need closer to where we live. The idea is that we should be able to get to our everyday essentials within, ideally, 15 minutes on foot, bike, or public transit."
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Paris and Lyon prepare as Nice mayor opposes 2030 Olympics ice hockey venue

Far-right mayor of Nice opposes using the city's stadium for ice hockey during the 2030 Winter Games, prompting organizers to seek alternative locations.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Why the government's one-in, one-out' migrant deal is in trouble

Shabana Mahmood's asylum plans face High Court scrutiny due to challenges from migrants claiming human trafficking victimization.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Brigitte Macron says role showed her the wickedness and stupidity' of the world

Brigitte Macron reflects on the challenges and cynicism faced during her time as France's first lady amid political scrutiny and personal struggles.
fromThe Local France
1 week ago

French city to release 200,000 sterile male mosquitos

The technique of using X-rays to sterilise the male mosquitoes and then releasing them into the wild is a new way to try and control the mosquito population, which has increased sharply in recent years due to warming temperatures and increasing immunity to pesticides.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

First forest fire of the year breaks out in France

"It's an extremely difficult area to access, even for walkers. The plot is fenced and gated, and the fire didn't start on its own. We'll see what the investigation reveals."
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1 week ago

Mass. police officer put on leave amid domestic violence allegations

A Shrewsbury police officer faces criminal charges for allegedly threatening his wife with a gun and abusing substances.
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fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

I Live in France-Here Are 7 Spots Are Where the French Actually Vacation in Summer

The French prefer to vacation in Provence and the French Riviera during shoulder season, avoiding summer crowds and heat.
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fromwww.thelocal.fr
1 week ago

Inside France: Musk, macarons and the prime minister's overdraft

EU regulations aim to reduce electronic waste and promote sustainability through user-replaceable batteries and anti-waste measures.
#cryptocurrency
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

France charges 88 over crypto kidnappings

French prosecutors charged 88 individuals in connection with cryptocurrency-related kidnappings, including over 10 minors, amid rising extortion cases.
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2 weeks ago

Armed Men Steal $820K in Crypto From French Family in Ploudalmezeau Home Invasion

Two armed men held a family hostage in Ploudalmezeau, forcing an $820,000 crypto transfer, amid a rise in cryptocurrency-linked kidnappings in France.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

France charges 88 over crypto kidnappings

French prosecutors charged 88 individuals in connection with cryptocurrency-related kidnappings, including over 10 minors, amid rising extortion cases.
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2 weeks ago

Armed Men Steal $820K in Crypto From French Family in Ploudalmezeau Home Invasion

Two armed men held a family hostage in Ploudalmezeau, forcing an $820,000 crypto transfer, amid a rise in cryptocurrency-linked kidnappings in France.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

France charges policeman suspected of breaking woman's skull

A policeman has been charged for fracturing a woman's skull during a 2018 incident amid protests, marking a significant case of alleged police brutality.
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1 week ago

France Charges 88 Over Crypto Kidnappings as Attacks Average One Every 2.5 Days in 2026

The national anti-organized crime prosecutor's investigation revealed that structured criminal networks are actively recruiting participants and systematically targeting the families of known cryptocurrency holders.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

French prosecutors ask to try serial killer in 1989 cold case

Dubbed the 'Criminal Backpacker' by the media, Heaulme's victims included lone women, pensioners and children.
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fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

France v Ireland, Women's Six Nations: Can Girls In Green get revenge for World Cup defeat?

Ireland's women's rugby team is aiming to make history by defeating France on their home soil for the first time in the women's Six Nations.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

French teen gets 15-year jail term for killing teacher

The court ruled that his judgement was impaired at the time of the attack -- a finding that could have reduced the sentence to 13 years -- but said a longer term was justified given the 'undeniable seriousness' of the crime.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

Did gamblers fix Paris weather station data for profit on US betting site?

High temperatures in Paris prompted a criminal investigation for suspected data manipulation by gamblers on weather betting platforms.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

'Prefectures can't keep up' - Why carte de sejour waiting times are getting longer in France

Waiting times for French residency permits have significantly increased due to administrative burdens and policy changes.
fromEsquire
1 week ago

Louisiana Needs to Figure Its Gun Laws Out Immediately

The Baton Rouge Police Department confirmed at least 10 people are hurt, including two in critical condition, following a shooting at the Mall of Louisiana. The shooting is believed to have happened near the food court.
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fromEngadget
1 week ago

The Morning After: Polymarket and a hairdryer

Polymarket faces scrutiny over betting irregularities, including a soldier's arrest for using classified information to profit from bets.
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fromEngadget
1 week ago

Someone allegedly used a hairdryer to rig Polymarket weather bets

A hairdryer was allegedly used to manipulate temperature readings for betting on Polymarket at Charles de Gaulle airport, resulting in significant financial gains for gamblers.
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fromEngadget
1 week ago

The Morning After: Polymarket and a hairdryer

Polymarket faces scrutiny over betting irregularities, including a soldier's arrest for using classified information to profit from bets.
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fromEngadget
1 week ago

Someone allegedly used a hairdryer to rig Polymarket weather bets

A hairdryer was allegedly used to manipulate temperature readings for betting on Polymarket at Charles de Gaulle airport, resulting in significant financial gains for gamblers.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

France arrests teen over alleged plot to target Jewish and LGBTQ communities

A 15-year-old boy was arrested in France for planning a violent act against Jewish or LGBTQ communities.
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fromThe Local France
1 week ago

Train indie 'TGV Velvet' unveils plans for west France rail services

France's first indie TGV operator Velvet will serve four destinations by 2028, addressing high demand for travel on the Atlantic coast.
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fromwww.thelocal.fr
1 week ago

PODCAST: France takes on Musk and will French airports run out of jet fuel?

Elon Musk missed a meeting with French prosecutors, and France is reconsidering low-emission zones amid potential travel disruptions due to the Middle East conflict.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

UK to pay for French officers to deport asylum seekers from war-torn countries

The UK will fund 200 French officers to detain and deport asylum seekers from ten countries to reduce Channel crossings.
#uk-france-agreement
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

UK to pay France more to curb migrant crossings under new deal

UK commits £662 million to France to reduce Channel crossings, but deaths and dangerous smuggling tactics have increased despite previous funding efforts.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

French police probe suspected weather device tampering after odd Polymarket bet

Authorities are investigating possible tampering with a weather monitoring device at Charles de Gaulle Airport after an unusual temperature spike coincided with a trader's bet.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Voyeur caught secretly installing camera in shower gel bottle to target victim

Jean-Pierre Francis was jailed for secretly filming women over a decade using hidden cameras in their homes and workplaces.
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1 week ago

ZachXBT Helped Freeze $800K After French Streamer's Dad Was Kidnapped in Crypto Ransom Plot

ZachXBT and Binance Security froze $800,000 of a $2 million crypto ransom paid after a 2023 kidnapping in France.
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fromThe Good Life France
1 week ago

Expat Guide to French Universities - The Good Life France

Studying in France is accessible for international students, with reasonable costs and support available for the application process.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Louisiana governor says there's an active shooter at mall in Baton Rouge

Governor Jeff Landry stated, 'I am in coordination with law enforcement and we will update as we know more. Please avoid the area.'
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1 week ago
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France confirms data breach at government agency that manages citizens' IDs | TechCrunch

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1 week ago
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France's national agency for managing IDs and passports suffered a data breach last week

France Titres confirmed a security breach exposing personal data, including names and contact information, with potential for phishing attacks.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago
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Hackers Claim 19M Records Stolen From French Government Agency

A security incident at ANTS may have compromised citizen data, including personal information of 19 million records.
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fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

France's 'Secure' ID agency probes claimed 19M record breach

A significant data breach may have exposed personal information of up to 19 million individuals in France.
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fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

France confirms data breach at government agency that manages citizens' IDs | TechCrunch

The French government agency ANTS confirmed a data breach affecting citizens' identity documents, potentially involving millions of personal records.
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fromEngadget
1 week ago

France's national agency for managing IDs and passports suffered a data breach last week

France Titres confirmed a security breach exposing personal data, including names and contact information, with potential for phishing attacks.
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fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

Hackers Claim 19M Records Stolen From French Government Agency

A security incident at ANTS may have compromised citizen data, including personal information of 19 million records.
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Overdrafts, second homes and cars: How rich are French ministers?

Sébastien Lecornu's financial declaration shows he is €559 overdrawn in his current account, despite owning two homes and having several savings accounts.
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1 week ago

A Hair Dryer May Have Gamed a Paris Weather Sensor for $34,000 on Polymarket

Meteo France confirmed it filed a complaint with the Roissy air transport gendarmerie brigade for alteration of the operation of an automated data processing system after reviewing physical observations and sensor data from its automated station at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.
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2 weeks ago

French activists sue 'deceptive' laughing gas suppliers

A French campaign group is suing companies for deceptive marketing of nitrous oxide, highlighting its health risks and impact on young people.
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