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Another abuse scandal rocks France after Gisèle Pelicot, this time involving children

In a troubling turn of events, Paris finds itself at the center of a child abuse controversy, with reports surpassing 100 allegations of mistreatment and sexual assault within schools. Fueled by the Gisèle Pelicot case, concerned parents are pushing for thorough investigations and accountability from authorities.

The Times of India

MeTooEcole - rare trial opens in Paris child abuse case

Inspired by Gisèle Pelicot, parents' groups in France are calling for more attention to child sex abuse scandals, as a rare public trial opens in Paris.

AAP

Even moderately hot days raise risk of koala deaths: study

PARIS (FRANCE) - Koalas can endure tough conditions in the Australian bush but prolonged exposure to even moderately hot weather can increase their risk of heat-related death, researchers said on Wednesday.

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Heatwave shatters records and brings deaths in Europe

A spring heatwave is scorching parts of Western Europe, breaking "mind-bogglingly crazy" temperature records and triggering government warnings.

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France Is Banning Zyn and Threatening To Jail People for 5 Years

The French government has criminalized the use of nicotine pouches. Users can be punished with up to 5 years in prison and a fine of almost half a million dollars.

Reason

'Children confronted with all forms of violence': France launches investigation into alleged sexual, physical abuse in schools

French authorities are investigating over 100 allegations of mistreatment and abuse involving young children in Parisian schools and daycare centers, linked to school monitors. Investigations span numerous institutions, with complaints including physical violence and sexual assault. Systemic failures in recruitment and oversight are cited as contributing factors to the ongoing…

The Times of India

Louvre’s $100 million jewel heist to be adapted for the big screen

The audacious $100 million Louvre jewel robbery that stunned France last year is heading to the big screen, with director Romain Gavras adapting a new book on the case. Despite arrests and months of investigation, the stolen gems remain missing, fuelling intrigue around one of the most spectacular art-world crimes…

France 24

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A rare public trial opens in Paris child abuse case as parents seek a national wake-up call

Parents’ groups in France are calling for more attention to child abuse scandals as a rare public trial opens in Paris

The Independent UK

'What’s your problem?' Russell Crowe defends tense exchange with fans

Gladiator star Russell Crowe has defended his brusque exchange with fans outside a hotel in Paris, France after a video of the encounter went viral online - with the actor declaring he "handled" the situation and didn't need any help from "security".

BANG Premier

Thailand-France relationship moves to next level

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and French President Emmanuel Macron have agreed to elevate Thailand–France relations to a strategic partnership, deepening cooperation in trade, investment, cybersecurity and regional security.

Bangkok Post

Restricting trade with Israeli settlements 'not aggressive but normal', French minister says

France, along with Sweden, is pushing for restrictions on trade coming from Jewish settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories. The French Deputy Minister for Foreign Trade expressed confidence a European Commission proposal on this is imminent.

Euronews

Europe sizzles under record May heatwave; 7 die in France

Western Europe is grappling with an unprecedented May heatwave, with record-breaking temperatures causing fatalities in France and prompting widespread warnings. A "heat dome" has pushed temperatures significantly above average, with France and Britain experiencing their hottest May days ever recorded. Experts link these extreme conditions to climate change, warning of…

The Times of India

'Trust has been so eroded': Philosopher Miranda Fricker on epistemic injustice today

A world-renowned philosopher has told FRANCE 24 she's still shocked that 20 years after she coined the phrase "epistemic injustice", she is still talking about it. Miranda Fricker is now Julius Silver Professor of Philosophy at New York University and co-director of the New York Institute of Philosophy. She's also…

France 24

Two French boys abandoned in Portugal to be returned to France, court document says

The Juvenile Court ordered that the two boys, aged four and five, be returned to their country of origin after French authorities decided to place them in the care of social services.

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The Economic Times

114 Rafale jets deal moves ahead as India finalises LoR for France: Report

India is nearing a significant defence deal with France for 114 Rafale fighter jets, with a Letter of Request expected soon. This acquisition aims to bolster the Indian Air Force's capabilities, with a substantial portion to be manufactured domestically. The deal, estimated at ₹3.25 lakh crore, is a crucial step…

Radio France Internationale

Attal hardens migration line, with Macron camp split over 2027 presidential race

Renaissance leader Gabriel Attal has put immigration at the heart of his newly launched presidential campaign, calling for France to admit fewer people while giving priority to those coming to work.

France 24

Chile's Trump-inspired border controls complicate life for migrants

Just after taking office, Chile's new far-right President José Antonio Kast pledged to expel more than 300,000 undocumented migrants. Two months into his presidency, the mass departures that many predicted have not happened. The construction of a border wall with Peru, modelled on US President Donald Trump's wall, does not…

The Independent UK

Seven dead in France after extreme heatwave sweeps across Europe

Parts of France and Spain are on course to see 40C heat later this week

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EU could deny new member states veto rights as bloc pushes for enlargement

Measure could ease concerns from countries – such as France – that are sceptical about bringing in more members

Euronews

Marianne d'or: Paris Mint to issue first solid-gold coins in over a century

France last made gold coins worth buying as investments when Napoleon was still on the money. Now the Paris Mint is introducing gold Mariannes.

Euronews

Record May heat puts France’s climate preparations to the test as heat dome swelters Europe

France has quite literally been acting out the best way to cope during extreme temperatures. Now, it’s trapped under a heat dome.

The Guardian - UK

Extreme early-summer event across western Europe also brings highest temperatures for month in UK and Ireland

The Independent UK

Pele, Maradona or Messi at No 1? The 50 greatest players in World Cup history

WORLD CUP COUNTDOWN: With two weeks until the 23rd men’s Fifa World Cup in North America, The Independent sports team ranks the top-50 players in the tournament’s history – and now it’s time for the top-10 reveal.

The Guardian - UK

‘Everyone hates us, don’t they?’: Mo Hunt on why England won’t tire of dominating women’s rugby

Mo Hunt, the England scrum-half, had to watch the Six Nations from the sidelines after suffering a season-ending knee injury in the opening game

Radio France Internationale

Heatwave deaths in France as record May temperatures grip Europe

France is on the frontline of an exceptional early summer heatwave, with authorities reporting seven deaths – including five drownings – as a “heat dome” is pushing temperatures far above seasonal norms across much of Europe.

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