Priest accused of abusing Inuit children in Canada will not be dismissed by church Senior church officials in Rome decline to act, citing worsening health of French clergyman known as ‘devil priest’ The Guardian - US · Feb 28, 2024
Owen Farrell says ‘the time feels right’ to leave Saracens for Racing 92 Owen Farrell said it was a difficult decision but he was excited to swap England for France after breaking his silence on his move at the end of the season The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2024
Macron-Scholz Rift Deepens With Ukraine War At Crucial Juncture Emmanuel Macron's refusal to rule out sending Western troops to Ukraine has exposed deep divisions with France's traditional partner, Germany, which could play into the hands of Russia, analysts warned Wednesday. International Business Times · Feb 28, 2024
Nicola Trahan obituary Member of the French resistance who served as a courier behind enemy lines during the second world war The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2024
Junta 'losing control on the ground', Myanmar's opposition foreign minister says Myanmar's opposition National Unity Government (NUG) supports the rebel groups that have been fighting the ruling junta since late last year. These groups "have regained almost 60 to 70 percent of the territory," opposition foreign minister Zin Mar Aung told FRANCE 24's Marc Perelman about the ongoing conflict. France 24 · Feb 28, 2024
France's organic farmers 'green with rage' over lack of government support French farmers are showcasing their wears, and their woes, at the annual agricultural fair in Paris. And while each sector has its particular problems, organic farmers say they're facing the double blow of a drop in sales and a reduction in government support. Radio France Internationale · Feb 28, 2024
Film show: France seizes its #MeToo moment at César Awards Broken childhoods is the summary of this week's film show: those of young film stars, at the heart of French actress Judith Godrèche's speech at France's César awards ceremony; and that of the young heroine in the film "When it Melts", which is out in France this week. It's the… France 24 · Feb 28, 2024
France Unaware Of Microsoft's Mistral AI Deal France unaware of Microsoft's Mistral AI deal, raising concerns about transparency and communication in tech agreements. Top News · Feb 28, 2024
Hate content on social media fuels French rise in anti-Semitism reports Reports of anti-Semisitm in France rose sharply in 2023, with Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin heaping criticism on social media sites whose owners do little to moderate hateful content. Radio France Internationale · Feb 28, 2024
France Senate To Vote On Abortion Rights Constitutional Amendment France's Senate to vote on enshrining abortion rights in constitution amid global abortion debates. Top News · Feb 28, 2024
French Senate to vote on enshrining abortion rights in constitution France's Senate is to vote on Wednesday on a bill meant to enshrine a woman’s right to an abortion in the constitution, a measure promised by President Emmanuel Macron following a rollback on rulings in the United States. France 24 · Feb 28, 2024
France bans use of 'meat' labelling for vegetarian products The French government issued a decree Tuesday banning the term "steak" on the label of vegetarian products, saying it was reserved for meat alone. Radio France Internationale · Feb 28, 2024
Why Anatomy of a Fall should win the best picture Oscar Justine Triet’s psychothriller was shut out by France’s Oscar committee, but this genre-bending courtroom procedural, marriage drama and whodunnit feels totally new The Guardian - UK · Feb 28, 2024
Ilya Gambashidze: Simple soldier of disinformation or king of Russia’s trolls? He may not be a household name, but Ilya Gambashidze appears to be involved in almost all of the latest Russian disinformation operations across the world. His disruptive cyber actions earned him a spot last year on the European sanctions list. But a FRANCE 24-RFI profile of Russia’s mystery man… France 24 · Feb 28, 2024
The Guardian - US · Feb 27, 2024 New Orleans hatter receives French Legion of Honor for second world war service Samuel Meyer, 99, received France’s highest decoration by Laurent Bili, the country’s ambassador to the US
France 24 · Feb 27, 2024 Arsenal seized by Niger junta was not 'hidden' by French troops Seven months after the coup that overthrew President Mohamed Bazoum, Niger's security forces have seized large quantities of weapons in the capital. They say the military equipment belongs to France, and accuse Paris of trying to destabilise the country. In fact, the items were found in two locations linked to…
International Business Times · Feb 27, 2024 Gaza Ceasefire Efforts At Heart Of Qatar Emir's France Visit Attempts to organise an Israel-Hamas ceasefire to allow the release of hostages held in Gaza dominated the first day of a state visit to France by Qatar's emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani.
France 24 · Feb 27, 2024 French troops limited to non-combat role, minister says, after Macron remarks on Ukraine France's foreign minister on Tuesday sought to clarify comments made by President Emmanuel Macron that Paris could send troops to Ukraine for specific needs, but not to fight in the war against Russia.
France 24 · Feb 27, 2024 Gaza war, hostages on the agenda for Qatari emir's state visit to France Qatar’s emir begins a state visit to France on Tuesday as his country plays a key role in ongoing diplomatic efforts to achieve a cease-fire in Gaza and the release of hostages.
France 24 · Feb 27, 2024 ‘Dune: Part 2’: Timothée Chalamet seeks revenge and love in second installment of sci-fi blockbuster Today on Arts 24, a return to the Dune Universe. Timothée Chalamet continues his journey as Paul Atreides, turning tragedy into revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. This time with a little help from the Fremen people of the planet Arakis. The second installment of the sci-fi franchise…
Radio France Internationale · Feb 27, 2024 Sailor Charles Caudrelier wins first round-the-world multi-hull race, in 50 days French sailor Charles Caudrelier crossed the line in Brest in the west of France on Tuesday to win the Arkea Ultim Challenge, the first solo round-the-world race for multi-hull boats.
Radio France Internationale · Feb 27, 2024 French customs stop trafficking in ancient coins looted in Turkey French customs have uncovered trafficking in ancient coins looted in Turkey. More than 8,000 items were seized from a private individual in central France suspected of having already sold thousands of them.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 27, 2024 Macron faces EU backlash after suggesting sending troops to Ukraine EU and Nato leaders quick to distance themselves from French president’s comments that ground troops should not be ruled out
FourFourTwo · Feb 27, 2024 Tottenham Hotspur in talks with France World Cup star over big summer move: report Tottenham Hotspur could be about to bring a leader to the side, as the Ange Postecoglou revolution continues
The Guardian - AU · Feb 27, 2024 Russia-Ukraine war: Kremlin warns of conflict with Nato if alliance troops fight in Ukraine – as it happened Jens Stoltenberg says no plans for Nato troops on the ground in Ukraine after Macron refused to rule it out