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France hails 'progress' on appeasing protest-hit New Caledonia

An uneasy calm has returned to New Caledonia after the deployment of hundreds of French security forces to shut down violent protests on the Pacific island territory sparked by opposition to a controversial Constitutional reform. While the international airport remains closed to commercial traffic, Australia and New Zealand began evacuating…

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Rio 2016: A successful Olympic dream amidst crises

The crowd cheered loudly on Copacabana beach when Rio de Janeiro was announced as the host city for the 2016 Olympic Games. For the first time, a city in South America would host the biggest sporting competition on the planet. The "Marvellous City", located between the sea and the forest,…

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France backs ICC after arrest warrant for Israeli, Hamas leaders

France’s Foreign Ministry has come out in support of the International Criminal Court and its issuing of arrest warrants for Israeli and Hamas leaders for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza and in Israel.

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Paris train drivers join strike action over Olympic bonuses

One in five suburban Paris trains is running on Tuesday as drivers strike to demand bonuses for operating extended rail services during the upcoming Paris Olympics. They're the latest to down tools as workers from a number of sectors seek compensation for doing extra work while the Games take place.

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Haiti, trade top agenda as Kenya's Ruto makes historic state visit to US

Kenyan President William Ruto is this week making the first state visit to the US by an African leader in 15 years. The crisis in Haiti, where Kenya has pledged troops to quel gang violence, is topping the agenda – as are trade and security partnerships.

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Postcard from Cannes #4: the curveball of cinema

The Cannes Film Festival is a place where audacity is rewarded and experimentation is encouraged. But ordinary people and their struggles also find their place on the screen, in-between the magic and the glamour. One thing is certain, Cannes is like a curveball – you never know what you’re going…

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Key dates in New Caledonia’s history

The French overseas territory of New Caledonia in the Pacific Ocean has a turbulent history. Here's a timeline of the events that have shaped the former colony.

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G7 mulls tapping frozen Russian funds for €30bn loan to Ukraine

Finance ministers from the Group of Seven major democracies meeting in Italy this week are set to discuss a European Union plan to use the income from frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine's war effort.

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No rain in sight as France's Martinique declares first ever drought

The French Caribbean department of Martinique has declared a drought crisis for the first time in its history. The lack of rain has threatened drinking water, while authorities have imposed heavy water restrictions.

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More arrests as New Caledonia protesters keep up their roadblocks

Pro-independence protesters in New Caledonia have vowed to maintain their blockades as French security forces seek to quell six days of violent unrest sparked by a controversial reform of voting rules in the Pacific territory.

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South Africa's top court rules Zuma ineligible to run in general election

South Africa's top court ruled on Monday that former president Jacob Zuma was not eligible to run for parliament in this month's election, a closely-watched decision as it could affect the outcome.

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DRC army says it foiled attempted coup involving US citizens

The Democratic Republic of Congo's military said it has killed the leader of an attempted coup, thwarting a plot that involved some 50 people – both foreigners and Congolese.

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Iran’s President Raisi killed in helicopter crash, EU sends condolences

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi was killed Sunday in a helicopter crash that appears to have been an accident due to bad weather. The European Union expressed its condolences, as Iran’s allies have reiterated their solidarity with the Islamic Republic.

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Final stretch to Paris Paralympics as 100-day countdown begins

The 100-day countdown starts on Monday for the Opening Ceremony of the Paralympic Games. Plans so far have been marked by highs and lows in areas concerning security, accessibility and broadcasting, while audience anticipation for the event is stronger.

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French pro-Palestine student protests not just a mirror of US

Pro-Palestinian student protests against the war in Gaza have come to a head in France at Sciences Po – the prestigious international relations school – where students continue to stage demonstrations and the government has become involved, pressuring the university to forcibly shut them down. This comes as protests have…

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Postcard from Cannes #3: Breaking the silence

The Cannes Film Festival is not just an outlet for artistic expression – it is a powerful platform to draw attention to social issues. In an unprecedented way, women from around the globe are breaking the silence on the topic of sexual abuse and harassment, both on and off the…

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Final date for US troop pullout from Niger set for September

The US troop withdrawal from Niger, at the demand of the West African nation's military rulers, has begun and will be over by 15 September "at the latest", a joint statement said Sunday.

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French B-boy Dany Dann hopes to spin gold at Paris Olympics

European 2022 breakdance champion Danis Civil, aka Dany Dann, hopes to become one of the first breakdance Olympic medalists in history. The event makes its debut at the Paris Games this summer, but won't be part of the Los Angeles Games in 2028.

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Macron, Scholz voice 'deep concern' at Georgia foreign influence law

The leaders of France and Germany on Sunday said they are "deeply concerned by the situation in Georgia" where parliament approved a controversial "foreign influence" law that goes "against European values".

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Why Europe is banking on Africa for its big-ticket investments

The European Union is investing heavily in Africa – pouring half of its global mega budget of €300 billion into projects on the continent. Renewable energy, internet access, transport, vaccines and education are several sectors benefiting from private and public EU funds – an effort that’s being supported by the…

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French forces sent to take control of New Caledonia's airport access road after sixth night of violence

French forces launched a "major operation" on Sunday to regain control of a road linking New Caledonia's capital Noumea to the main international airport, after a sixth night of violent unrest.

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Have the French fallen out of love with Europe?

Although France is a founding member of the European Union, surveys show Euroscepticism is on the rise in the nation. In the lead up to the EU elections, RFI looks at what's feeding the disenchantment and what, if anything, can be done to rekindle the flame.

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Armed robbers hit jeweller's in Paris tourist hotspot

A group of armed robbers snatched jewels Saturday from a high-end shop near Paris' world-famous Champs Elysees avenue before making their escape on motorbikes, a police source said.

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D-Day’s historic beaches threatened by rising sea levels

As France prepares to mark the 80th anniversary of the Normandy landings that helped change the course of World War II, the historic beaches and coastlines where Allied forces landed are once more under attack – but this time from rising sea levels linked to climate change.

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Tiny 'bare bones' Mexican taco restaurant wins Michelin star

El Califa de Leon taqueria is among the first restaurants in Mexico to be awarded a star by the prestigious Michelin Guide – an accomplishment its owner credits to "love and effort."

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