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X will now label parody accounts
The social media platform X says it will now label parody or satire profiles to distinguish these accounts and boost transparency on the platform. The new labels will be attached to both parody ...The Hill - 4d -
Paris accuses Algeria of trying to humiliate France by refusing to admit a deported influencer
French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau has accused Algeria of “trying to humiliate France” after the North African country refused to admit one of its nationals who was being deportedABC News - 4d -
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Review: A 'Den of Thieves' sequel heads to France — and loses a little local lustre
Following up his well-liked 2018 crime film, director Christian Gudegast swaps 'Heat' for 'Ronin,' bringing on interchangeable Euro-criminals and car chases.Los Angeles Times - 5d -
France Indicts Founder of Notorious Website Used in Pelicot Rape Case
The site, coco.fr, was shut down in June after being linked to more than 23,000 sexual abuse and other cases in France alone, including the rape trial that shocked the country last year.The New York Times - 5d -
The Conductor Daniel Harding Moonlights as a Pilot for Air France
Daniel Harding scaled the heights of classical music. Then he set out to conquer the skies.The New York Times - 5d -
France charges founder of website used by Dominique Pelicot
Isaac Steidl charged over site used by criminals including man convicted of recruiting strangers to rape his wife. France has charged the founder of an adult website used to commit sexual offences, ...The Guardian - 5d -
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Meta has ‘heard the message’ from Trump, says whistleblower Frances Haugen
Mark Zuckerberg’s move to end factchecking in US reflects president-elect’s views on social media, says Haugen. Mark Zuckerberg has “heard the message” from Donald Trump on restricting online ...The Guardian - 5d -
New Caledonia Congress elects pro-France president after political crisis
New leader Alcide Ponga says people want a ‘signal of hope’ after turmoil in the French Pacific territory . Weeks after its first ever pro-independence government collapsed, New Caledonia has named ...The Guardian - 6d -
France Far-Right Party Embraces Jean-Marie Le Pen as a Visionary
For years, the far-right National Rally tried to distance itself from Mr. Le Pen’s racist and antisemitic remarks. But after his death Tuesday, it hailed him as a visionary.The New York Times - 6d -
Germany and France warn Trump against use of force over Greenland
Olaf Scholz says borders are inviolable after president-elect talks of using US military or tariffs to take control of island. Germany and France have warned Donald Trump against any attempt to ...The Guardian - 6d -
Germany and France warn Trump over threat to take over Greenland
The EU's two leading members were reacting to the US president-elect's plans to acquire Denmark's autonomous territory.BBC News - 6d -
Deschamps to leave France job after 2026 WC
Didier Deschamps will leave his role as France head coach at the end of his current contract culminating in the 2026 World Cup cycle.ESPN - 6d -
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Didier Deschamps to leave as France coach after 2026 World Cup
Deschamps in charge since 2012 and won 2018 World Cup Zinedine Zidane the early favourite to take over France’s coach, Didier Deschamps, has confirmed he will leave when his contract expires ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
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France marks 10 years since deadly Charlie Hebdo attacks
A decade after gunmen stormed the offices of satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo in a deadly assault that shook France to its core, the nation paused Tuesday to honor the victims and grapple with the ...ABC News - Jan. 7 -
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Now Is the Time to Reimagine Lebanon
The fall of the Syrian regime and loss of Iranian influence opens the door for the Lebanese to finally take their fate in their own hands.The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
A Reporter’s Reflection on Jan. 6, Then and Now
Luke Broadwater was at the Capitol when a pro-Trump mob stormed the complex on Jan. 6, 2021, as Congress was certifying Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s victory. Four years later, he reflects on what has ...The New York Times - Jan. 7 -
France signals fewer spending cuts and tax rises ahead of budget talks
Economy minister seeks to ‘protect growth’ with slightly higher deficit target for 2025Financial Times - Jan. 6 -
A look at the legal cases filed against France's former President Sarkozy
France’s former President Nicolas Sarkozy goes on trial over allegations he received millions from Libya for his 2007 successful presidential campaign, in the latest — and biggest — of a series of ...ABC News - Jan. 6 -
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An N.B.A. Star Was Suspended. Now, He’ll Likely Be Traded.
If Jimmy Butler will really play anywhere other than Miami, a columnist for The Athletic believes there are four potential scenarios.The New York Times - Jan. 6 -
In France, Drug Traffic Spreads to Small Towns
Even quaint corners of the country are seeing a rise in drug violence and crime. Just ask the mayor of Morlaix, which has a population of about 15,000.The New York Times - Jan. 4 -
USB-C Is Now the Law of the Land in Europe
Apple has already pulled devices to comply with the European Commission’s new Common Charger Directive.Wired - Jan. 3 -
First Superman Lego Set In Over A Decade Is Now Available, And It's Only $15
Lego DC - Superman Mech vs. Lex Luthor (120 Pieces) ...GameSpot - Jan. 3 -
Algerian social media influencer detained in France accused of calling for attacks
The French interior minister has announced the arrest of a social media influencer from Algeria who is accused of calling for attacks in FranceABC News - Jan. 3 -
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Can France become a global AI powerhouse?
Momentum has been slowing but the country boasts enviable technical skills and a burgeoning entrepreneurial cultureFinancial Times - Jan. 2 -
Paris faces uncertain 2025 as Macron admits snap elections destabilized France
As France enters the new year, there's little hope that the political and economic uncertainty that's been plaguing Paris for months will disappear in 2025.CNBC - Jan. 2 -
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'I wanted to be a dancer - now I'm a WWE star'
Isla Dawn has gone from Langside College to becoming a tag team champion in the world's biggest wrestling company.BBC News - Jan. 1 -
France's Macron acknowledges snap elections backfired
France’s President Emmanuel Macron admitted that his decision to hold parliamentary elections early caused instability in New Year's Eve comments. “Lucidity and humility force [me] to recognize ...The Hill - Jan. 1 -
