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Minimum wage increase and other changes introduced in France on 1 May

The minimum wage and several social benefits in France have been increased to keep up with rising inflation. The price of gas, having been capped by the government, remains unchanged.

Radio France Internationale

France's Molière still relevant in Kansas City after 400 years

What do Molière and Kansas City have in common? On the surface, not much. But by combining celebrations of the French playwright’s 400th birthday and the State of Missouri’s bicentennial, organisers of a festival commemorating Molière's birth are hoping to revive classical theatre, and to show a new generation that…

Radio France Internationale

EXPLAINER: Why France's Macron now faces challenge from left

No sooner had Emmanuel Macron defeated a far-right rival in last month's presidential vote than left-wing parties began mounting a challenge for legislative supremacy in June elections

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Horrifying map shows where incest is still legal in world - as France moves to ban it

Most countries that have no strict laws against incest still prohibit sexual exploitation of minors - meaning many forms of incest would be illegal because it is considered statutory rape

Daily Mirror

Greece lifts Covid restrictions for UK visitors in time for summer

The Foreign Office has also issued advice for France, Spain, Italy and Cyprus

Wales Online

French Greens, far-left party in deal before June elections

France’s Greens and the party of far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon have reached an agreement to join forces against newly reelected President Emmanuel Macron ahead of next month’s parliamentary election

The Independent UK

After the War

In the aftermath of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, it's time for Europe to step up and America to step back.

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Greece announces huge update for UK visitors

Foreign Office also issues advice for France, Spain, Italy and Cyprus

Liverpool Echo

Former All Black switches Bristol Bears for French club in surprise move

Tighthead John Afoa has signed a two year deal in France meaning he will play until 40 years old

Bristol Post

Hard left strikes deal with French Greens ahead of legislative elections

France Unbowed (LFI), the movement of far-left leader Jean-Luc Mélenchon, has struck a deal with France's green EELV party, as the left seeks to form a joint front against President Emmanuel Macron in upcoming parliamentary elections.

Radio France Internationale

Small boat asylum seekers undeterred by Rwanda plan, survey finds

Survey of asylum seekers in northern France finds three-quarters will try to reach UK despite government’s offshoring plans

The Guardian - UK

Can England follow up their latest Six Nations title with a World Cup win?

The Red Roses will arrive in New Zealand as favourites to win the tournament

The Independent UK

Six Nations-shattering England turn to Black Ferns challenge at World Cup

Simon Middleton’s grand slam winners are back to work plotting improvements for the Women’s Rugby World Cup

The Guardian - UK

French greens, far-left leader Melenchon strike deal ahead of legislative election

LFI, the movement of far-left leader Jean-Luc Melenchon, struck a deal with France's green EELV party, politicians from both sides said on Monday, as the left seeks to form a joint front against President Emmanuel Macron in upcoming parliamentary elections.

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Paris May Day protest marred by violent clashes with police

Violence broke out at the traditional May Day rally in Paris as tens of thousands of people took to the streets in France to put pressure on recently reelected President Emmanuel Macron to do more to help the working class.

Tribune News Service

With 4,000 miles of open ocean ahead, rower plans to launch solo trip from Virginia Beach to France

Peter Harley has roughly 2.1 million oar strokes ahead of him. That amounts to 4,000 miles on the open ocean — or about 3-4 months of paddling the Atlantic.

The Independent UK

Violence erupts in Paris as May Day protesters demonstrate against Macron

Thousands take to streets for marches across France to object against president’s policies

Radio France Internationale

Thousands take to streets of France in May Day rallies

More than 100,000 people marched through cities across France on Sunday as part of the traditional May Day rallies which were given extra piquancy this year coming exactly a week after Emmanuel Macron was voted in for a second term as president.

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Violence Erupts in May Day Protests in Paris, Marchers Criticize Re-Elected Macron

Police fired tear gas to push back black-clad anarchists who ransacked business premises in the French capital Paris on Sunday during May Day protests against the policies of newly re-elected President Emmanuel Macron. Thousands of people joined May Day marches across France in which they called for salary increases and…

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Modi to convey India’s perspective on Ukraine to Germany, France

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will “exchange perspectives” on the war in Ukraine during his visit to Germany, France and Denmark, Foreign Secretary Vinay Kwatra said in a media briefing on Sunday.

The Guardian - UK

May Day marches across France send pensions message to Macron

Eight police officers injured and 45 arrests made in Paris after protests on fringes turn violent

France 24

France: Low growth and inflation increase risk of stagflation

Income growth has stagnated as prices for essential goods and energy are on the rise. New figures from France’s National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (Insee) indicate that France could be entering a period of stagflation.

Reuters

Violence erupts in May Day protests in Paris, marchers criticise re-elected Macron

Police fired tear gas to push back black-clad anarchists who ransacked business premises in Paris on Sunday during May Day protests against the policies of newly re-elected President Emmanuel Macron.

Radio France Internationale

Indian author Shoba Narayan shares her sense of 'terroir'

Author and journalist Shoba Narayan was recently honoured at the Paris Book Festival, where Indian literature was the centre of attention. After more than 20 years in the US, Narayan returned to India to live with her family, publishing The Milk Lady of Bangalore in 2018. She tells RFI why…

The Hindu

Ukraine crisis: India calls for cessation of hostilities, resolution via dialogue ahead of PM Modi’s Europe visit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on a three-day visit to Germany, Denmark and France beginning Monday amid the ongoing crisis in Ukraine

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