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France’s PM Bayrou mulls referendum on sweeping deficit-reduction plan

French Prime Minister François Bayrou has raised the possibility of holding a national referendum on a comprehensive plan to reduce France’s debt and bring the public deficit below 3 percent of GDP, a threshold set by European fiscal rules.

Radio France Internationale

WWII survivors share haunting memories as France marks 80th anniversary of Nazi surrender

As France prepares to mark the 80th anniversary of the Nazi surrender to Allied forces, World War II survivors reflect on painful memories shaped by the German occupation of the country and the deportation of Jews and others to death camps

The Independent UK

A notorious drug gang is in the crosshairs of a French police investigation of prison attacks

Anti-organized crime specialist investigators probing a wave of attacks on prisons and prison staff in France are looking at the possible involvement of a notorious drug cartel

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France charges 21 prison attack suspects

Prosecutors said Saturday that 21 suspects in a series of coordinated attacks on French prisons had been charged, including two teenagers.

Radio France Internationale

Meet Jean-Zay, the supercomputer powering France’s AI ambitions

France ranks fifth globally in terms of its number of supercomputers – high-performance machines that can make millions, even billions, of calculations per second, and which are key to developing artificial intelligence. One of its most powerful, Jean-Zay, is dedicated to academic research.

Radio France Internationale

France Charges 21 Prison Attack Suspects

Prosecutors said Saturday that 21 suspects in a series of coordinated attacks on French prisons had been charged, including two teenagers.

International Business Times

From cassoulet in Carcassonne to patisseries in Paris – a tour of France in 10 classic dishes

France does many foods exceptionally well, but certain areas offer unique and exceptional culinary experiences. We select 10 delicacies and the best regions in which to try them

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Hafta 535: World Press Freedom Day, aftermath of Pahalgam attack

In a special episode for Press Freedom Day, Newslaundry’s Abhinandan Sekhri, Raman Kirpal, Manisha Pande and Jayashree Arunachalam are joined by historian and author Ramachandra Guha. The panel begins with a discussion on the history of press freedom in India. Ram reflects on the similarities and differences between 1975’s Emergency…

Newslaundry

Marine Le Pen’s penal sentence

This week on The Sound Kitchen you’ll hear the answer to the question about Marine Le Pen’s full embezzlement sentence. There’s “The Listener’s Corner” with Paul Myers, Ollia Horton’s “Happy Moment”, and Erwan Rome’s “Music from Erwan” – all that, and the new quiz and bonus questions too, so click…

Radio France Internationale

What's the difference between a French country kitchen and an English country kitchen? Designers explain how to nail these two timeless styles

Get to know their similarities and differences to nail these countryside schemes

Homes & Gardens

French prison attack probe shifts from terrorism to drug gangs

French anti-terror prosecutors have handed over the investigation into a spate of violent attacks on prisons, saying that the violence is linked to drug gangs rather than terrorism.

Radio France Internationale

"You are a shining example of French audacity and creativity." Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 praised by French President Emmanuel Macron

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's success has even drawn the attention of French President Emmanuel Macron, who praised the developers on Instagram.

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French child welfare service accused of allowing kids to fall into prostitution

Two French departments have been accused of failing to keep children in care from falling into prostitution. The French state and individual departments share responsibility for child welfare services, which have been accused for several years of failing in their obligations.

Radio France Internationale

Tour de France 2025 Grand Départ under threat of disruption from protesting steelworkers

'If we don't sit down before July 7 to discuss the nationalization of the steel industry, there will be no yellow jersey in Dunkirk' says union boss

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International Business Times

French Prison Attacks Linked To Drug Traffickers, Say Prosecutors

Prosecutors said Friday a series of coordinated attacks on French prisons were carried out by drug traffickers, with at least one suspect thought to have ties to a notorious cartel.

Euronews

Is France's Emmanuel Macron trying to influence who gets picked as the next pope?

The French president held a series of meetings with cardinals and other Church officials while in the Italian capital last weekend, leading the press in Italy to speculate whether he is attempting to push the conclave into picking a French candidate to be the next pontiff.

Radio France Internationale

Paris violence against Socialist MPs mars huge May Day rallies in France

More than 300,000 people joined May Day rallies across France on Wednesday, unions said, with protests mostly peaceful – apart from in Paris where masked demonstrators targeted Socialist MPs and dozens were arrested. Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau called the attacks “absolutely disgraceful and unacceptable”.

The Independent UK

Plans revealed for massive military parade on Trump’s 79th birthday

President has desired lavish Armed Forces spectacular in Washington ever since being impressed by France’s Bastille Day parade in Paris in July 2017

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The Independent UK

Army may be gearing up Trump birthday military parade with 6,600 soldiers: report

Trump was smitten by France’s military parade in Paris on Bastille Day that he saw in 2017

The Guardian - UK

‘Delicious seafood served with charm and ice-cold white wine’: readers’ favourite restaurants in France

From a hidden gem in Nice to a rustic revelation in Beaujolais and a bargain bistro in Brittany

PC Gamer

French President Emmanuel Macron gives a shout-out to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 on Instagram: 'You are a shining example of French audacity and creativity'

Macron congratulated Sandfall Interactive for making "one of the best-rated games in history."

Al Jazeera

Why are relations between Algeria and France so bad?

Arguments after the kidnapping in France of an Algerian government critic reopen old wounds.

International Business Times

300,000 Rally Across France For May 1, Union Says

Rallies across France for International Workers' Day drew more than 300,000 on Thursday, including 100,000 in Paris, the CGT trade union told AFP. The authorities were yet to give a figure for the May Day marches' turnout.

Radio France Internationale

France to compensate more Harki families for mistreatment after Algerian War

France has recognised additional sites at which Harkis – Muslims who fought alongside the French during the Algerian War – faced harsh living conditions following Algeria's independence. While the move will allow up to 6,000 more Harkis and their descendants to claim compensation, groups representing the victims say it doesn't…

Radio France Internationale

France warns of ‘chaos’ if New Caledonia independence deal not reached

French Overseas Minister Manuel Valls has launched a third round of talks between pro and anti-independence groups in New Caledonia. Amid deepening divisions over last year's unrest, he warned that further chaos could be in store if all parties don't shoulder their responsibilities.

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