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POLITICSOct 6Students, teachers and parents take part in protests across FranceDemonstrators demand the government tackle understaffed and dilapidated classroomsIrish Times World
WORLDOct 6Priceless book designed by Dali stolen in FranceA book designed by Spanish surrealist painter Salvador Dali was stolen from an art museum in central France, prosecutors said on Monday. The "Book of the Apocalypse", featuring a cover made of bronze, was taken from the contemporary art centre in the town of Issoire, the prosecutor's office in the city of Clermont-Ferrand said, describing the piece as "highly valuable".France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 6As students protest, how dilapidated really are France's school buildings?As France's student protest movement continues, one of the main grievances is the conditions of the country’s schools, with many buildings severely dilapidated and in some cases, facing dangerous risks. The issue became all the more apparent over the summer, when France experienced record-breaking heatwaves. Many classrooms were simply not designed to cope with such extreme temperatures. And regional authorities, which have responsibility for their maintenance, are facing a tough task upgrading school buildings as Oliver Farry reports.France 24 [en]
HEALTHOct 6France earmarks a further €7m to help fight DRC's worst-ever Ebola crisisRFI [en]
MILITARYOct 6France's Macron observes test of new nuclear-capable missile without warheadFrench President Emmanuel Macron on Tuesday observed the test firing of a new nuclear-capable missile without a warhead, according to the Elysée Palace and the Ministry of Defence.France 24 [en]
BUSINESSOct 6Germany joins France in call for China trade defencesGermany and France, the European Union’s two largest economies, jointly called for tougher EU trade defences, as European and Chinese negotiators prepare for crunch talks this week under the shadow of a potential trade war. “The open and rules-based trade system is massively affected by weaponisation of trade, systemic market-distorting practices, and global macroeconomic imbalances,” German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron said in an open letter. “We need urgent...South China Morning Post
POLITICSOct 6France: Trade unions join students in major demonstrationTens of thousands are expected at nationwide protests against poor learning conditions for students in France.DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 6What students are voicing during high school blockades: 'I am worried about my future and for all students in France'From the Paris suburbs to Marseille, as well as Toulouse and Lyon, high schoolers interviewed by Le Monde during the blockades described their study conditions, their concerns and their need to be heard.Le Monde [en]
MILITARYOct 6Lebanon joined by Britain, France for three weeks of joint military drillsLebanon's army will hold three weeks of exercises with the British military from Tuesday, both sides said on Monday, with the drills to involve personnel and representatives from countries including France, Italy and the United States.RFI [en]
WORLDOct 6Nations League: France defeat Belgium in second-half comebackDespite being behind at half-time, France scored four goals in 15 minutes to defeat Belgium in the Nations League (4-1). Thanks to this win, France are top of Group 1 after four matches.France 24 [en]
BUSINESSOct 6France's sovereign debt crisis explained: How dangerous could it be?French borrowing costs hit their highest level since 2002, and the gap with Germany is the widest since 2011. What is driving France's debt crisis and how far could it go?EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 6Benin's President Wadagni holds talks with Macron during first official visit to FranceFrench President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Romuald Wadagni to the Elysee Palace on Monday. It’s the Beninese president’s first official visit to France since taking office in May.Africanews [en]
POLITICSOct 6Strikes, Barricades and Fiscal Turmoil: An Autumn of Discontent Grips FranceChaos in schools, on the streets and in the markets is rooted in France’s struggles to fund its social welfare state, with a presidential election approaching.NYT World
POLITICSOct 6France Set for Nationwide Strikes, as School Protests EscalateThe scale of the demonstrations planned for Tuesday will test the strength of the student-led protest movement that has spread across French high schools since late September.NYT World
BUSINESSOct 6France: between the bond market and the barricadesThe country is being hit by a pre-election debt sell-off. Many fear it could shake the EurozoneFinancial Times
POLITICSOct 6'France's student protests are, above all, a collective expression of how difficult schoolwork has become'The current protest movement largely reflects the worsening of learning conditions, according to a group of sociologists from the University of Tours who have conducted field research among high school students.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 6France’s Mélenchon doubles down on student protests despite violent clashesThe presidential candidate is calling on supporters to join demonstrations Tuesday despite being accused of fueling unrest.Politico Europe
BUSINESSOct 6France’s debt troubles stir memories of the euro crisisHow long before Paris and others start looking to the ECB to rescue them?Politico Europe
POLITICSOct 6Summer 2026 heatwave cost France €16 billion, says Assemblée Nationale reportAs the budget debate approaches, La France Insoumise MP Eric Coquerel presents a strikingly high assessment of the consequences of the summer's extreme temperatures, aiming to build a stronger case for increasing funds allocated to adapting the country to climate change.Le Monde [en]
WORLDOct 6Olise powers France to 4-1 win over Belgium in Nations LeagueFrance, who also beat Belgium 1-0 in Brussels last week thanks to a late goal by the striker, moved three points clear of Italy at the top of Group A1, with Belgium another point back.Le Monde [en]
WORLDOct 5Olise strikes twice in France's romp past Belgium in Nations LeagueDésiré Doué, Ryan Cherki and two goals from Michael Olise launched the late pyrotechnics on Monday night at the Stade de France as France scored four times in 13 minutes to whoosh past Belgium 4-1 and maintain the lead of their Nations League pool.RFI [en]
WORLDOct 5Olise powers France to win over Belgium in Nations LeagueMichael Olise came off the bench to inspire France to a 4-1 win over Belgium in the UEFA Nations League on Monday, handing Zinedine Zidane his first home victory since taking charge. The post Olise powers France to win over Belgium in Nations League appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
WORLDOct 5Zidane and Mancini get first home wins in charge of France and Italy in Nations LeagueFrance left it late to beat Belgium 4-1 in the Nations League as Zinedine Zidane got his first home win as the national coach on Monday. That reinforced…Japan Today
POLITICSBREAKINGOct 5France braces for national day of school protests after injuries and mass arrestsFrance prepares for a day of protests in support of students who’ve been demanding more investment in education.BBC World