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French Budgetary Situation 'Very Serious': Prime Minister

France's budgetary situation is "very serious", Prime Minister Michel Barnier told AFP on Wednesday, saying more information was needed to gauge the "precise reality" of French public finances.

International Business Times

Norway now has more electric vehicles than petrol-powered cars

Norway's road federation revealed on Tuesday that the number of electric vehicles on its roads was now larger than the number of petrol cars. Though diesel cars are still the most common type of vehicle in the country, EVs could overtake them in 2026. In this edition, we take a…

France 24

Beirut gripped by fear as Hezbollah vows revenge for deadly pager attack

People in the Lebanese capital Beirut, reeling after Tuesday's unprecedented attack targeting Hezbollah, are living in shock, anger and fear of what may come next as the group vows reprisals against Israel, RFI's correspondent in the city reports. France has suspended all flights to Beirut and Tel Aviv until Thursday…

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Air France And Lufthansa Suspend Tel Aviv Flights Due To Security

Air France and Lufthansa suspend flights to Tel Aviv and Beirut due to security concerns. Passengers advised to stay informed about updates on flight sched...

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‘Right to disconnect’ laws are a step toward healthier, more productive and more inclusive workplaces

In August, Australia joined Ontario, France and several European and Latin American countries in passing a “right to disconnect” law. This law gives workers the right to ignore communications from their employer outside scheduled working hours.

The Conversation

EU Commission chief von der Leyen unveils new top team

After weeks of negotiations, European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen has unveiled her new top team, giving key economic portfolios to France, Italy and Spain. If approved by the European Parliament, the bloc's top brass will be charged with steering the EU's industrial agenda in the face of competition…

France 24

More governments are promising a ‘right to disconnect’ – but psychology affects how well we can unplug from work

The idea of a “right to disconnect” from work is gaining traction worldwide, with countries like France and Spain enacting laws to protect workers from the demands of the digital age. The UK government has also indicated it will do the same.

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Impeachment proceedings against France's Macron pass first hurdle

The bureau of France's National Assembly has validated an impeachment procedure brought by hard-left MPs against President Emmanuel Macron. It's an unprecedented move in France, but it is highly unlikely the head of state will fall.

Radio France Internationale

Van Gogh’s The Starry Night closely resembles turbulence seen in nature – study

The Dutch master created the famous artwork in 1889 while he was staying at an asylum in France.

The Independent UK

'Shouted His Name': Channel Tragedy Survivor Hopes Friend Made It

Khames made it out alive when the overcrowded vessel he was on capsized in the English Channel, but the migrant from Egypt has no idea whether the childhood friend he was travelling with also managed to survive.

International Business Times

French Man Admits To Drugging And Recruiting Men To Rape Wife

French man admits to being a rapist in a trial involving his wife's abuse by multiple men, sparking outrage and protests in France.

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Frenchman Admits To Charges In Shocking Rape Trial

Frenchman Dominique Pelicot, 71, admits to drugging his wife and orchestrating her rape by strangers over a decade in a high-profile trial in France.

The Guardian - UK

Ursula von der Leyen announces new European Commission lineup – as it happened

European Commission president reveals team after extensive negotiations and balancing, including nominating women and representing centre-right parties

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The Independent UK

A man accused of drugging his wife so dozens of men could rape her is testifying in French court

A man accused of drugging his then-wife and inviting dozens of men to rape her over nearly a decade is testifying in court in southern France

Radio France Internationale

France probes online threats against Afghan taekwondo fighter Marzieh Hamidi

Paris prosecutors are investigating online threats against female Afghan taekwondo fighter Marzieh Hamidi, who fled to France in 2021 after the Taliban seized power in Kabul.

The Guardian - UK

Europe is in thrall to the far right – that’s the result of appeasement by so-called moderates

France is the latest country to capitulate to the demands of a poisonous, populist narrative. We need a progressive fightback, says former prime minister Gordon Brown

Woman & Home

Private islands, historic castles and lavish estates - the most beautiful celebrity wedding locations in pictures

Happily-ever-after is easier to visualise when the marriage starts at one of these idyllic, fairy tale locations

The Guardian - UK

The cement company that paid millions to Isis: was Lafarge complicit in crimes against humanity?

The long read: The French cement giant started operating in Syria just before the civil war erupted. When Islamic State took over the region, Lafarge paid them protection money so it could keep trading. The consequences are still playing out

France 24

Beninese musical brings Kingdom of Dahomey's history to life

A new musical has opened to audiences in Benin. "The Throne of Béhanzin" tells the story of a king's journey to power, battle for his country and eventual exile to Martinique by colonial ruler France. Meanwhile, a year has passed since Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso formed their own defense…

Evening Standard

Emma Raducanu named in strong Great Britain team for Billie Jean King Cup finals

British side qualified after beating France earlier this year

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