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Chad’s break with France: why it happened and what it means for power dynamics in the Sahel region

For over six decades, Chad was a crucial ally to French and US forces in their counter-insurgency operations in the Sahel. But both lost influence because of repeated mistakes.

The Conversation

Macron seeks political deal to name a new prime minister and restore France's stability

A spokesperson for France's outgoing government says President Emmanuel Macron is seeking a political deal that would allow him to both name a new prime minister and “guarantee the stability of the country.”

The Independent UK

Bernard Arnault turned a one-franc deal in 1984 into a €319 billion luxury empire

The French tycoon bought Dior three years before founding LVMH in 1987.

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'Full of the joy of cycling' - How Victor Campenaerts sealed his career in 2024

'Saturated' with personal success after Tour de France stage win, team goals now rule for Belgian rider as he shifts to Visma-Lease a Bike

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The Booming Premium OTT TV Market in France

In the past decade, the television industry has experienced a seismic shift, and France has not been left behind. The rise of OTT (Over-the-Top) premium TV services is rapidly reshaping the way French audiences consume television content. As ...

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Argentine judges clear French rugby players Auradou and Jégou of raping woman

Judges in Argentina on Tuesday cleared the France international rugby players Hugo Auradou and Oscar Jégou of raping a 39-year-old woman in a hotel room hours after appearing in the starting line-up for the first time in the senior team.

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Louis Vuitton, Notre Dame and the quest for ‘secular immortality’

The reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris has recalled debate over the €200 million contribution of France’s Bernard Arnault, the CEO of the LVMH luxury group, to its restoration. Announced in the hours after fire devastated the cathedral in April 2019, the donation surprised many but aligned with Arnault’s track record as a…

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France's Macron meets party leaders, promises new PM within 48 hours

France's top party leaders met with President Emmanuel Macron late Tuesday to address the country’s latest political crisis after the ousting of prime minister Michel Barnier. The leaders reportedly said that Macron aims to appoint a new prime minister "within 48 hours". Absent from the talks were the heads of…

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France begins withdrawing military troops from Chad

France's military presence in Chad has ended following the departure of two combat jets and a tanker aeroplane from the capital N'Djamena.

Radio France Internationale

Your complete guide to NASCAR's 2025 Silly Season

When Stewart-Haas Racing announced the imminent closure of its four-car NASCAR Cup Series operation, it sent shockwaves through the sport, while scattering a lot of talented people throughout the paddock. It's end became the catalyst to what has become one of the silliest silly seasons in some time. Several drivers…

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European countries suspend Syrian asylum decisions after Assad's fall

Germany, Austria and several other European countries have said they will freeze all pending asylum requests from Syrians, a day after the ouster of President Bashar al-Assad. Approaching the question with caution, France's interior ministry said it was "considering" a similar move.

Radio France Internationale

Is France’s Fifth Republic past its sell-by date?

Letter: Steve Brown on the political crisis in France after the fall of Michel Barnier’s coalition government

The Guardian - UK

France begins military withdrawal from Chad as influence in Africa wanes

Senegal also requests departure of French troops, saying they are ‘not compatible’ with country’s sovereignty

The Guardian - UK

Jon Stewart makes fun of Trump’s extremely ‘weird’ handshake style

Trump raised his right elbow in the air at a 45-degree angle as he shook Macron’s hand in one clip from his visit to France

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'Riskier tactics' by crime gangs lead to more than 70 migrants dying in deadliest year of 'small boats' crisis

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper issued the warning after a meeting in London of the Calais Group, which includes the UK, France, Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands, on how to boost action to smash the gangs

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France Begins Withdrawal Of Mirage Fighter Jets From Chad

France begins withdrawal of military forces from Chad, marking the end of its military presence in the African country.

The Independent UK

France flies out 2 Mirage fighter jets from Chad to signal beginning of military withdrawal

The French military says it has flown out the two Mirage fighter jets it had stationed in Chad

Radio France Internationale

Leading French internet operator cops hefty fine for unsolicited ads

France's largest internet operator Orange was on Tuesday slapped with a fine of €50 million ($53-million) fine for sending unsolicited adverts resembling emails to customers. The company says it will appeal what it calls a "disproportionate" amount.

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AI boom makes European universities the new Harvard and Stanford for tech talent

Mistral CEO Arthur Mensch’s Parisian alma mater is a breeding ground for France’s $2.3 billion AI talent boom.

Al Jazeera

Will the French political crisis help Marine Le Pen’s far-right RN party?

Le Pen, who is credited with rebranding RN into a legitimate political force, is making the most of chaos.

International Business Times

France's Macron To Host Party Leaders In Quest For New Govt

French party leaders will gather at President Emmanuel Macron's Elysee Palace office Tuesday afternoon in a bid to chart a route towards a new government, days after Prime Minister Michel Barnier was toppled in a confidence vote.

International Business Times

European Countries Suspend Syrian Asylum Decisions After Assad's Fall

Britain, Germany, France, Italy and several other European countries said Monday they would freeze all pending asylum requests from Syrians, a day after the ouster of president Bashar al-Assad.

The Guardian - UK

I want a top international coaching job – but not Wales, admits Ronan O’Gara

La Rochelle’s Ronan O’Gara wants a top international coaching role in future but will not be a contender for the Wales job should it fall vacant

The Conversation

How France can be more ‘European’ to avoid political chaos

The French prime minister, Michel Barnier, has resigned following a vote of no confidence in his government triggered by a tussle over his budget. His was a minority administration working with a fragmented and divided parliament, in which parties had little inclination to cooperate.

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'The coach chose not to call me up. I can't tell you why, I'm NOT allowed. I'm sorry. If he wants to say it, he can. I've always given my all.' Kylian Mbappe breaks silence on call-up snub amid dwindling Real Madrid form

Kylian Mbappe was surprisingly left out of France's squad in November and October

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