France Faces Another Day of Strikes Ahead of Key Vote on Pension Reforms
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Hundreds of Heathrow Border Force officers to start four-day strike
More than 300 workers will take action over plans to introduce rosters that could force 250 of them out of jobs. Hundreds of Border Force officers at Heathrow airport will begin a four-day strike on Monday in a dispute over working conditions.. ...The Guardian - World -
The German parliament votes for an annual veterans' day to honor military service
The German parliament has voted to introduce an annual national “veterans’ day” to honor people who have served in the military, which often has struggled to gain recognition in the countryABC News - World -
German retirees will get an inflation-busting pension increase this year
Germany’s Cabinet has approved a 4.57% rise in retirees’ pensionsfrom this summer, an increase that is well above the current inflation rateABC News - World - Germany -
Humza Yousaf faces vote of no confidence after ending power sharing with Scottish Greens – UK politics live
First minister says deal ‘has served its purpose’ and is no longer providing stability in parliament . Humza Yousaf, the SNP leader and Scottish first minister, is holding a press conference now.. He says he has been in the post for little more ...The Guardian - World - United Kingdom -
Humza Yousaf faces knife-edge confidence vote after collapse of Scottish coalition
Greens to back opposition motion against first minister following breakdown of power-sharing deal with SNPFinancial Times - World -
Humza Yousaf faces knife-edge confidence vote after collapse of Scottish coalition
Greens to back opposition motion against first minister following breakdown of power-sharing deal with SNPFinancial Times - World -
Humza Yousaf faces knife-edge confidence vote after collapse of Scottish coalition
Greens to back opposition motion against first minister following breakdown of power-sharing deal with SNPFinancial Times - World -
Scotland’s first minister, Humza Yousaf, resigns rather than face a no-confidence vote
Scotland’s first minister, Humza Yousaf, resigns rather than face a no-confidence voteABC News - World -
A reformed stock market would unleash Britain’s growth
Keeping growth companies onshore would boost the FTSE and the UK economyFinancial Times - World -
Reform UK’s unusual structure with Nigel Farage in the middle
Farage insists he is not a politician — but within the rightwing populist party, he is kingmakerFinancial Times - World -
Reform UK’s unusual structure with Nigel Farage in the middle
Farage insists he is not a politician — but within the rightwing populist party, he is kingmakerFinancial Times - Business -
Frank Field, MP and welfare reformer, 1942-2024
Former UK labour minister eschewed tribalism and held out the promise of a more collaborative style of politicsFinancial Times - World -
Frank Field, MP and welfare reformer, 1942-2024
Former UK labour minister eschewed tribalism and held out the promise of a more collaborative style of politicsFinancial Times - Business -
Frank Field, MP and welfare reformer, 1942-2024
Former UK labour minister eschewed tribalism and held out the promise of a more collaborative style of politicsFinancial Times - World -
Frank Field, MP and welfare reformer, 1942-2024
Former UK labour minister eschewed tribalism and held out the promise of a more collaborative style of politicsFinancial Times - World -
South Africa Freedom Day: Did the 'get-out-of-jail' vote live up to the hype?
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The key councils to watch
Where might the main political parties make gains and losses in the local elections on 2 May?BBC News - Top stories -
More than 250 musicians call for concert ticketing reform
More than 250 musicians, including notable figures such as Billie Eilish and Lorde, have signed a letter to Congress calling for concert ticket reform. “We know you are hearing from many people about concert ticketing and its impact on fans,” ...The Hill - Politics -
What Is a ‘Decent Wage’? France’s Michelin Raises a Debate.
The tire maker vowed to ensure that none of its workers would struggle to make ends meet.The New York Times - Business -
What Is a ‘Decent Wage’? France’s Michelin Raises a Debate.
The tire maker vowed to ensure that none of its workers would struggle to make ends meet.The New York Times - Top stories -
England beat France to seal Grand Slam hat-trick
England sealed a third consecutive Six Nations Grand Slam and sixth straight title with a clinical victory over 14-player France in Bordeaux.BBC News - Top stories -
'This is phenomenal' - England seal Grand Slam with hard-fought win in France
Reaction after England beat 14-player France in Bordeaux to secure a third successive Women's Six Nations Grand Slam.BBC News - Top stories -
Macron Wants to Get France Back to Work
The French President’s next reform will be reducing the incentive to live off the state.The Wall Street Journal - World -
What Is a ‘Decent Wage’? France’s Michelin Raises a Debate.
The tire maker vowed to ensure that none of its workers would struggle to make ends meet.The New York Times - Business -
9 Destinations in France to Enjoy the Olympics Outside of Paris
You may have trouble finding accommodations or tickets to events in Paris, but other destinations around France are hosting sports like soccer, sailing, basketball and surfing.The New York Times - Top stories - France -
Match of the Day
Highlights of the day’s seven Premier League matches, including West Ham v Liverpool.BBC News - Top stories -
Croatian officials welcome the arrival of Rafale fighter jets purchased from France
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Croatian officials welcome the arrival of Rafale fighter jets purchased from France
The first six of 12 Rafale multipurpose fighter jets purchased by Croatia from France have landed at an air force base near Zagreb with a welcome ceremony attended by top officialsABC News - World -
France and the Philippines to start talks on a `visiting forces agreement,' French envoy says
The French ambassador to Manila says her country and the Philippines will start talks next month on a proposed defense pact that would allow troops from each country to hold exercises in the other’s territoryABC News - World - France -
France steeled for epic Six Nations decider against dominant England
Hosts will need to overcome John Mitchell’s all-conquering England side who are targeting a sixth straight title. The last time England lost in the women’s Six Nations Theresa May was prime minister, Chelsea were defending Premier League champions ...The Guardian - World -
France 21-42 England: Women’s Six Nations decider – as it happened
England completed their grand slam quest in Bordeaux, the visitors scoring six tries – two from Alex Matthews – to earn a 21-point victory over France. John Mitchell speaks to BBC TV. The Red Roses coach urges his side: “We must keep the emotions ...The Guardian - World -
Matthews leads England to third grand slam in row with victory in France
France 21-42 EnglandRed Roses clinch 29th successive Six Nations winEngland have been bathed in Women’s Six Nations glory since 2019 and the winning sunlight warmed their skin once again as their captain, Marlie Packer, lifted the trophy aloft for ...The Guardian - World -
Emmanuel Macron Ponders Role of France's Nuclear Arsenal in Defending Europe
Opposition lawmakers warn against any attempt to extend France’s nuclear deterrence to European allies.The Wall Street Journal - World - Premier League -
How the mafia operates in France's Corsica, out of tourists' sight
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France moves to rescue Atos as former IT crown jewel struggles to stay afloat
French IT firm Atos confirmed on Monday that it had received a non-binding letter of intent from the French government to buy some of its business divisions.CNBC - Business -
Gallego nabs two key Latino endorsements
Civil rights icon Dolores Huerta and the United Farm Workers (UFW), the union she founded alongside Cesar Chavez, on Wednesday endorsed Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) in his Senate bid. Endorsements from Huerta and the UFW, key players in the birth ...The Hill - Politics -
Key Solar Panel Ingredient Is Made in the U.S.A. Again
REC Silicon says it will soon start shipping polysilicon, which has come mostly from China, reviving a Washington State factory that shut down in 2019.The New York Times - Business -
Key Solar Panel Ingredient Is Made in the U.S.A. Again
REC Silicon says it will soon start shipping polysilicon, which has come mostly from China, reviving a Washington State factory that shut down in 2019.The New York Times - Top stories