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What is an abaya − and why does it cause such controversy in France? A scholar of European studies explains

Worn by some Muslim women, an abaya is a long, loose-fitting, robelike garment that covers the entire body, except for the face, hands and feet. Through the abaya, women can express their religious identity and dedication to following Islamic guidelines regarding modest attire.

The Conversation

France’s abaya ban risks isolating Muslim students, experts say

Al Jazeera speaks to a teacher, rights lawyer, expert and activist on tensions between the state and Muslim minority.

Al Jazeera

French stand-up comedian David Castello-Lopes on the funny side of authenticity

A well-known French comedian who is also a journalist has spoken to FRANCE 24 about how he combines the two. David Castello-Lopes is embarking on a tour of France and Switzerland with his stand-up show "Authentique", or Authentic. He challenges what is authentic and what is not, both as part…

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France's ambassador to Niger back in Paris after expulsion by junta

France’s ambassador to Niger landed in Paris Wednesday, the foreign ministry said, after weeks of tensions between Paris and the post-coup regime in the West African country who demanded his expulsion.

France 24

Namibia boss Coetzee hails his warriors before Uruguay clash at World Cup

Namibia head coach Allister Coetzee paid tribute to the mentality and fighting spirit of his bruised and try-battered squad ahead of their final game on Wednesday night at the rugby union World Cup against Uruguay.

Radio France Internationale

France's withdrawal from Niger could jeopardize counterterrorism operations in the Sahel

The French troops who are being forced out of Niger were seen as a key line of defense in efforts led by the West, particularly the U.S. and France, to fight against jihadi violence in Africa’s hard-hit Sahel region

The Independent UK

UN reacts after France bans hijab for its athletes at Paris Olympics

The UN has issued a strong statement saying that it is opposed to most dress codes for women in any circumstances after France barred its Olympic athletes from wearing the hijab at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games

Radio France Internationale

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From brave women to fake heads, UK show explores the many facets of spying

Imperial War Museum exhibition will tell story of Noor Inayat Khan as it recounts tales of courage, ingenuity and deception

The Guardian - UK

Namibia skipper Deysel banned for six games for horror tackle on France's Dupont

Namibia captain Johan Deysel was suspended for six games on Tuesday for the head-on-head tackle that injured the France skipper Antoine Dupont and left his World Cup hopes in the balance.

Radio France Internationale

Flat-packing and patisserie runs: how England switch off from World Cup

Most of England’s squad have taken the opportunity to disperse across France with the pool leaders not in action at the Rugby World Cup this weekend

The Guardian - UK

France give positive Antoine Dupont fitness update

Scrum-half Dupont has undergone surgery on a facial fracture sustained against Namibia.

The Independent UK

Apple issues iPhone 12 update over radiation concerns

French regulators claim handset has unsafe radiation exposure levels

The Independent UK

Air France-KLM says new order from Airbus will help reach sustainability targets

Air France-KLM announced that it will place a "major order" for 50 long-haul Airbus A350s, as part of its effort to introduce more fuel-efficient planes and reach sustainability targets.

Radio France Internationale

Toulouse school's embrace of social diversity boosts results

A secondary school in southern France embrace of social diversity programming a few years ago is now bearing fruit. Launched five years ago, the initiative aims to welcome students living in the the disadvantaged neighbourhoods of the city. It allows them to grow academically and socially, making a positive impact…

France 24

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US mulls military options as France prepares troop withdrawal from Niger

The United States has said it will "evaluate" its next steps on the crisis in Niger after France announced a full troop withdrawal by the end of 2023, as demanded by the as demanded by the military junta in Niamey.

The Independent UK

Rugby World Cup 2023 fixtures: Full schedule, match dates and kick-off times

Every game of the Rugby World Cup after hosts France kicked off the tournament against favourites New Zealand in Paris

The Independent UK

‘They are not supermen’: France prop plays down threat of South Africa’s forwards

The hosts and defending champions could meet in the quarter-finals of the World Cup

The Guardian - UK

Europe’s rightward drift is not set in stone: our new research should give hope to the left

We’ve examined French voting data going back to the revolution – and it shows the politics of migration is a dead end, say authors Julia Cagé and Thomas Piketty

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The Guardian - UK

Allies of Niger’s deposed president see hope in French retreat

Advisers of detained Mohamed Bazoum say French withdrawal removes coup leaders’ pretext for power grab

France 24

New report examines host-country consent in UN peacekeeping missions

Just months after the UN security council greenlighted its peacekeepers' exit from Mali, a new report by the Stimson Centre warns of a "crisis of consent" between the body and the countries relying on its help. Meanwhile, France's announcement that it will bring some 1500 counterterrorism troops back from Niger…

Radio France Internationale

Macron's climate plan set to make France more 'sovereign and competitive'

President Emmanuel Macron says his government's climate plan will help make France more "sovereign", "competitive" and "fair" as it decarbonises the economy. The first step involves tripling the current production of heat pumps over the next four years, followed by measures to reduce emissions in transport and industry.

AAP

Jones's job hangs on review after disaster World Cup

A review will decide the future of Wallabies coach Eddie Jones following the horror World Cup in France but he has an ally in Test great George Gregan.

The Guardian - UK

Antoine Dupont may return to World Cup action in protective face mask

France are eager to have their scrum-half back in action but World Rugby regulations could cause complications for the scrum-half

Radio France Internationale

France to consider foundation for Algerian harki fighters and their descendants

France’s junior minister for veterans’ affairs has raised the idea of working on a foundation for harkis, the Algerian Muslims who fought for the French armed forces during the Algerian war of independence, and whose family members and descendants were forced to live in squalid conditions when they came to…

The Independent UK

BBC Breakfast hosts in laughing fit as presenter Jon Kay is mistaken for royal butler

A doppelganger of the BBC news anchor made a surprise appearance during King Charles’s speech in France

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