Protests Intensify Across France over Pension Reform
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What is the row over women's state pension?
A long-awaited report says thousands of women should be compensated over state pension age changes.BBC News - Top stories -
France to sue teen in headscarf row with school head
The girl's false allegations about her headmaster led to death threats and his sudden resignation.BBC News - Top stories -
France earn opening 38-17 win over Ireland - as it happened
Watch live coverage and follow text commentary as France host Ireland in the opening game of the 2024 Women's Six Nations.BBC News - Top stories - College Football -
Philippines lodges its 'strongest protest' against China over a water cannon assault
The Philippines has lodged its “strongest protest” against Beijing over a water cannon assault by the Chinese coast guard that injured Filipino navy crew members and damaged their boat in the disputed South China SeaABC News - World - China -
Germany's 2-0 friendly win over Kylian Mbappe and France hints at unexpected UEFA Euro 2024
Toni Kroos part of new-look hosts while favorites Les Bleus miss Antoine GriezmannCBS Sports - Sports -
French PM backs school head who faced death threats after Muslim veil row
Gabriel Attal says state will file a complaint against student over accusation against principal who had to resign for his safety. The French prime minister, Gabriel Attal, has defended French secularism following the resignation of a Paris school ...The Guardian - World - France -
A voyage across culinary India — in Tokyo
Discover the subcontinent’s cuisine in all its glorious variety in the Japanese capitalFinancial Times - World - India -
BBC to explore reform of licence fee
Tim Davie says it is right to ask questions about the fee but it should be explored "with caution."BBC News - Top stories -
Triple lock for pensions to stay if Tories win election
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says he will pay for the "expensive" pledge through economic growth.BBC News - Top stories -
What is the state pension and the triple lock?
The state pension will rise by 8.5% in April following a pledge to protect the value of the benefit.BBC News - Top stories -
Tim Davie calls for BBC licence fee reform
Director-general says ‘fundamental questions’ need to be asked as corporation battles flagging demandFinancial Times - World -
In France, the Future Is Arriving on a Barge
The Seine is becoming a test case for a European plan to cut carbon emissions by turning rivers into the new highways.The New York Times - Business -
Conservatives to retain UK pension triple lock in manifesto
Chancellor’s pledge paves way for protection of pensioners until end of decade, despite strains on public financesFinancial Times - Business - United Kingdom -
Hunt’s pension promise: Triple lock will be in manifesto
The chancellor tells Laura pensions would rise by at least 2.5% under Tories.BBC News - Top stories -
Minister calls for time in women's pension row
Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride says a report recommending pay-outs must be properly considered.BBC News - Top stories -
Russian Media Intensifies Blame of Ukraine in Moscow Concert Hall Attack
But President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia held fast to the idea that a Western-backed Ukraine could have been the ultimate mastermind of the assault that killed 139 people.The New York Times - World - Ukraine -
Middle East crisis live: Israel intensifies strikes on southern Gaza as eight killed in fighting on Lebanese border
Attacks around Rafah come despite growing pressure for ceasefire. See all our Middle East coverageThe UK is facing legal action over its pause in funding for Unrwa, after Israel’s allegations that 12 staff at the United Nations agency for ...The Guardian - World - Israel -
Tractors brought to Parliament in farmers' protest
Farmers from across the UK drive tractors to Westminster to protest a lack of support for food producers.BBC News - Top stories -
WATCH: Man sips coffee while police pursue suspect across yard
A West Virginia man quietly enjoying a cup of coffee on his porch suddenly became a witness to a high-speed police pursuit that tore across his yard.ABC News - Top stories -
Thousands rally across Australia in growing push to end native forest logging
Crowds gather in Sydney, Canberra, Adelaide and regional centres urging Albanese government to better preserve native wildlife habitats. Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our morning and afternoon news emails, free app or ...The Guardian - World -
Shohei Ohtani Drives Huge Ticket Demand Across MLB
With huge demand to see the baseball superstar play for the Dodgers, M.L.B. teamed up with a Japanese travel agency. Fans began plotting trips.The New York Times - Lifestyle - MLB -
Parents across Haiti scramble to keep their children safe and in school despite the violence
Parents in Haiti are scrambling to ensure that their children not only stay out of direct harm, but also continue their education amid the ongoing strife caused by violent groups.NBC News - Top stories -
Anta Sports' 2023 Revenue Jumped on Growth Across Segments
Anta Sports Products’ revenue climbed 16% in 2023 on high-quality growth across all of its business segments.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Why Brussels’ reform tsar wants a mindset change in EU capitals
Also in this newsletter: the capital gulf between green goals and realityFinancial Times - World - European Union -
Anta Sports' 2023 Revenue Jumped on Growth Across Segments
Anta Sports Products’ revenue climbed 16% in 2023 on high-quality growth across all of its business segments.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
IMF head says China at ‘fork in the road’ on reforms to boost demand
Kristalina Georgieva’s remarks at Beijing conference come as China export glut tensions riseFinancial Times - Business - China -
Middle East Crisis: U.S. Says Israel Has Agreed to Try to Reschedule Canceled Trip
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had called off a visit to Washington by an Israeli delegation after the U.S. decided against vetoing a cease-fire resolution at the U.N.The New York Times - World - Israel -
Montana’s high court strikes down voting reform laws
The Montana Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled a series of voting reform laws passed by the state Legislature in 2021 violate the fundamental right to vote. The ruling, issued Wednesday, reaffirms a 2022 lower court ruling that found four ...The Hill - Politics -
Hunt: We'll keep 'triple lock' on pension increases if we win election
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt says it's an expensive commitment but one his party is confident it can deliver.BBC News - Top stories -
Retirees’ Pensions Were Restored. Debate About It Hasn’t Died.
A 2021 law providing aid for multiemployer plans underscores the partisan disagreement about how best to provide stability for older Americans.The New York Times - Business -
Call for protest exclusion zones outside schools
A government adviser made her recommendation after reviewing demonstrations outside a school in 2021.BBC News - Top stories -
Tractors in Westminster: Watch live as farmers protest in London
Farmers' activist groups have organised protests in London against low-cost agricultural imports.BBC News - Top stories -
Biden, Interrupted by Gaza Protesters, Says They ‘Have a Point’
After his event in North Carolina was disrupted by demonstrators, the president said that “we need to get a lot more care into Gaza.”The New York Times - Top stories - Joe Biden -
Biden reacts to pro-Palestinian protesters: 'They have a point'
President Joe Biden responded to pro-Palestinian protesters who interrupted his health care speech Tuesday, saying, "They have a point."NBC News - Politics - Joe Biden -
Biden reacts to pro-Palestinian protesters: "They have a point"
The majority of Americans now oppose Israel's military action in Gaza, according to a new Gallup poll. On Tuesday, President Biden acknowledged pro-Palestinian protesters who interrupted his speech in North Carolina. Semafor politics reporter ...CBS News - Top stories - Joe Biden -
France run in five tries against improving Ireland
France score five tries to open the Women's Six Nations with a comfortable 38-17 win over a much-improved Ireland in Le Mans.BBC News - Top stories -
Putin says additional security measures imposed across Russia, suggests Ukraine linked to attack that killed 115 people
Putin says additional security measures imposed across Russia, suggests Ukraine linked to attack that killed 115 peopleABC News - World - Ukraine -
Thanks, chaps, for trying to reform the Garrick from within. We’re OK without | Catherine Bennett
With such a roll call of gargoyles, women would surely refrain from joining the exclusive London club anyway . How are they taking it at the Garrick? Does tradition still mute responses to revelations about its membership by my Guardian colleague ...The Guardian - World -
China faces ‘fork in the road,’ IMF chief says, urging Beijing to embark on pro-market reforms
China’s economy can grow far faster if it adopts a comprehensive package of pro-market reforms, according to IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.CNBC - Business - China -
Northern lights predicted in US and UK on Monday night in wake of solar storms
Spectacular aurora borealis caused by geomagnetic storms on sun’s surface may be visible in North America as far south as the midwest. Northern and southern lights: share your picturesSolar eruptions are sending a stream of particles towards ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom