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Activist Paul Watson asks France for political asylum to avoid possible extradition to Japan
Sea Shepherd founder Paul Watson, known for his decades-long fight against Japanese whaling and arrested in Greenland in July, has asked France’s president for political asylumWorld - ABC News - October 16 -
France’s richest family shaking up soccer with planned purchase of second-tier Paris FC
France’s richest family, the Arnaults of luxury empire LVMH, has announced the planned purchase of second-division soccer club Paris FCSports - ABC News - October 17 -
Does France really make the best bread in the world? As a baker, I’d say … maybe not | Lizzie Parle
Living in Marseille, I see how bread is a source of daily joy – but the reality of French bakery is not as charming as it seems. For many French people, the first experience of being allowed out ...World - The Guardian - October 18 -
France to take stake in Sanofi unit to quell backlash over sale to US firm
Move follows fears over jobs and control when private equity firm CD&R entered talks to buy Opella for €16bn. The French government is to take a stake in the pharmaceutical company Sanofi’s ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
France defends restrictions on Israeli firms supplying Middle East wars and says it's not a boycott
France’s government is defending its decision to bar Israeli companies supplying the wars in the Middle East from exhibiting at an upcoming trade fair outside ParisWorld - ABC News - October 22 -
Marseille is neither a drug-choked hell nor a tourist paradise: it’s the city that captures France at its best | Cole Stangler
France’s second city makes headlines for crime, but also for being welcoming and progressive. Neither cliche does it justice. Earlier this month, France’s second city suffered a pair of brutal ...World - The Guardian - October 23 -
French President Emmanuel Macron says France will provide “massive” 100 million euro aid package to support Lebanon
French President Emmanuel Macron says France will provide “massive” 100 million euro aid package to support LebanonWorld - ABC News - October 24 -
The Paris conference for Lebanon raises $1 billion in pledges for humanitarian and military support
An international conference for Lebanon in Paris raised $1 billion in pledges for humanitarian aid and military supportWorld - ABC News - October 24 -
How one of France's top soccer clubs ended up fighting for its very survival in the lower leagues
Inside Bordeaux’s training complex a giant map shows every soccer club it has ever faced in European competition, including AC Milan, Bayern Munich and JuventusSports - ABC News - 6 days ago -
ITV to lose Tour de France live rights in blow to free-to-air sport coverage
Live race will be exclusively on Eurosport from 2026 Le Tour has been free-to-air on British TV since 1980s Warner Brothers Discovery (WBD) is set to become the exclusive British broadcaster for ...World - The Guardian - 6 days ago -
Marseille vs. PSG in Le Classique headlines Ligue 1's derby weekend in France with Lens-Lille and Nice-Monaco
Could Marseille deal PSG a blow in the Championnat title race?Sports - CBS Sports - 6 days ago -
After Pelicot: how one woman’s courage has pushed France to a turning point
Gisèle Pelicot’s dignity during the rape trial of her husband has inspired not just worldwide support but renewed debate about the law. A message in large capital letters has been posted on a wall ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
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France's president is visiting Morocco as Western Sahara change brings hopes of 'new honeymoon'
French President Emmanuel Macron is arriving in Morocco, where he is scheduled to meet with the North African kingdom’s leaders and discuss partnerships regarding trade, climate change and managing ...World - ABC News - 3 days ago -
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France's Prime Minister Michel Barnier returns to work after surgery for a cervical lesion
France’s Prime Minister Michel Barnier has resumed work following surgery this weekend for a cervical lesion, according to a rare health update from his doctorWorld - ABC News - 3 days ago -
US economic growth slows, as Germany avoids recession and France gets Olympics boost – business live
Eurozone GDP grew by 0.4% in the last quarter, faster than expected, as Germany’s economy avoids second contraction in a row. Autumn budget live: major tax rises expected as Rachel Reeves ...World - The Guardian - Yesterday -
Moroccan authorities detain a human rights activist who accused government of 'blackmailing' France
A Moroccan economist known for his work defending human rights has been detained after criticizing the government in remarks posted on social media during a visit by French President Emmanuel ...World - ABC News - 9 hours ago -
What Is North Korea’s Role in the Russia-Ukraine War?
North Korea’s supply of munitions has already been critical to the Russian war effort. Now, its troops appear to be poised to join the fight in Ukraine.World - The New York Times - October 24 -
How Powerful Is North Korea’s Military?
The North’s nuclear forces have been the focus of global concern. But its conventional military is vast and empowered — even if it is hobbled by shortages, corruption and isolation.World - The New York Times - October 24 -
Why Are North Korean Troops in Russia?
Over the last month, North Korea’s role aiding Russia in its war in Ukraine has significantly escalated. U.S. officials reported that North Korean soldiers are already operating in the Kursk region ...World - The New York Times - 5 days ago -
How to Beat Elden Ring in Under 5 Minutes | Speed Break
Elden Ring Speedrunner Mitchriz joined Dave Klein (DaveControl) to breakdown some of the ways speed runners break Elden Ring in order to achieve their world record times.Tech - GameSpot - October 13 -
Liberty and record-breaking Stewart hold off Lynx to level WNBA finals
Stewart’s 21 power New York to 80-66 win in Game 2 Game 3 of best-of-five series is Wednesday in Minnesota The New York Liberty held off the Minnesota Lynx in Game 2 of the WNBA finals on Sunday ...World - The Guardian - October 13 -
Climate expert Porter Fox breaks down the factors behind supercharged storms
Porter Fox, author of "Category Five: Superstorms and the Warming Oceans That Feed Them," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to explain how warmer water and rising sea levels are fueling more powerful ...Top stories - CBS News - October 14 -
Smile 2 Promo Actor Hilariously Breaks Character During Baseball Game
The tagline for the upcoming sequel, Smile 2, is "Would it kill you to smile?" And in the context of the story, it just might. As with the first film, Paramount has sent out performers to promote ...Tech - GameSpot - October 15 -
Would raising employer National Insurance break Labour's pledge?
If the chancellor decides to increase NI for employers in the Budget would that be going back on previous promises?Top stories - BBC News - October 15 -
All of Kamala Harris’s and Donald Trump’s proposed tax breaks — in two charts
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and Republican rival Donald Trump have floated many tax plans as they compete for votes in the tight White House race.Business - MarketWatch - October 16 -
Retailers Can Expect Another Record-Breaking Holiday Season
The National Retail Federation anticipates up to $990 billion in holiday sales despite inflation-wary consumers.Business - Inc. - October 15 -
Breaking down the U.S. threat to withhold military aid to Israel
The U.S. on Monday said it would send an anti-missile system and 100 troops to Israel. On Tuesday, Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said the U.S. would withhold ...Top stories - CBS News - October 15 -
Trump praises record-breaking first day of in-person early voting in Georgia
During a rally in Atlanta, Ga., former President Donald Trump spoke about Georgia's record-breaking turnout on the first day of in-person early voting and encouraged his supporters to vote early.Politics - NBC News - October 16 -
ALCS and NLCS takeaways: Breaking down what we've seen so far
Two games into both league championship series, we break down what we've seen -- and where each matchup will go from here.Sports - ESPN - October 16 -
Harris pledges break from Biden in feisty Fox News interview
Vice-president’s appearance on conservative network comes as White House race against Donald Trump tightensWorld - Financial Times - October 17 -
Trump’s music break may turn more voters than you think
Based on psychological studies I performed during the 2016 election, the presence or absence of music makes a significant difference in the way people perceive political candidates.Politics - The Hill - October 17