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POLITICSOct 1France: Mediapart publishes new antisemitic screenshots attributed to Jordan BardellaIn a second wave of revelations around Jordan Bardella, investigative outlet Mediapart has published new screenshots of antisemitic messages attributed to the RN leader, who denies writing them.EuroNews [en]
BUSINESSOct 1France meets fiscal reality with a crunchA surge in borrowing costs leaves the country on the edge of a debt spiralFinancial Times
POLITICSOct 1France rocked by student riots as hundreds arrested, violence spreads nationwideFox News World
CONFLICTBREAKINGOct 1Teacher doused in petrol and schools set on fire as student riots in France dramatically escalateThe Independent World
POLITICSOct 1American diesel: France and four other European countries agree on a “firm” responseCes pays et la Commission européenne ont tenu jeudi une réunion d’urgence pour répondre aux appels lancés par les Etats-Unis en faveur d’un déblocage des réserves de carburant.Politico Europe
WORLDBREAKINGOct 1Students face riot police as protests over school conditions escalate in FranceFrance 24 [en]
BUSINESSOct 1U.S. reportedly tells France, Germany to release diesel inventories or face export banThe U.S. has reportedly instructed France and Germany to release their diesel inventories, with a threat of an export ban if they do not comply. This indicates a potential international economic and energy policy dispute.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSOct 1UK, France end 'on in, one out' Channel migrant exchange dealA year-old deal between France and Britain to return migrants crossing the Channel illegally on small boats has come to an end, the UK interior ministry said Wednesday. The deal was agreed under former UK prime minister Keir Starmer last year in a bid to help a post-Brexit reset by easing what had become a major source of tension between the neighbours.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 1France demands belt-tightening in 2027 budget as investors sour on its debtFrance presented its ​2027 budget bill on Thursday, seeking to enact unpopular belt-tightening measures that can lower its deficit and appease increasingly twitchy bond investors ahead of next year's presidential election. The legislation faces a tough ride in a deeply divided parliament, as political clans position themselves for one of the country's most consequential elections in modern times.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 1France’s 2027 budget plan puts pressure on local servicesFrance presented its ​2027 budget bill on Thursday, seeking to enact unpopular belt-tightening measures. And local governments are bracing for painful cuts. The national government provides most of the financing for local and municipal budgets – and it's now seeking 5.4 billion euros in savings there. Across the country, mayors are scrambling to figure out how to cut back, while still providing essential services.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 1Protests in France as students demand better school conditionsStudent protestors in France are demanding better conditions for overcrowded and underfunded schools. French Prime Minister Emmanuel Macron is calling for calm amid reports of violence. CBS News' Leigh Kiniry has more details.CBS News
MILITARYOct 1France increases defense budget despite strained public financesThe boost is in line with a new military planning law adopted over the summer.Politico Europe
POLITICSOct 1Britain and France Give Up Landmark Migrant AgreementThe French government soured on a reciprocal deal that allowed the British authorities to return some migrants who crossed the English Channel illegally in small boats.NYT World
WORLDOct 1Thirteen sentenced to jail in France over deadly Channel migrant boat sinkingThirteen people were sentenced to up to 10 years in prison for organising the crossing of a small boat through the English Channel in November 2021. A total of 31 migrants died when the ship sank.Africanews [en]
BUSINESSOct 1A look at France public debt as economy takes center stage in French electionPublic debt in France is under scrutiny as the economy becomes a central theme in the French election. This highlights the financial challenges and their impact on the political landscape.therecord.com · Canada
WORLDOct 1In his career swan song, Kei Nishikori loses to Frances Tiafoe at Japan OpenKei Nishikori had an emotional farewell to his tennis career at the Japan Open on Thursday. Nishikori lost 6-4, 6-4 to second-seeded Frances Tiafoe in the first round.…Japan Today
POLITICSOct 1How much does France's debt cost? How do deficits arise? 13 graphs to understand France's public finance crisisIs it really so urgent to tackle France's public debt issue? Here are the key figures you need to know to have an informed debate about public finances.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 1Candidates in the Municipality of La Vallee share their election platforms – Fort Frances TimesCandidates running in the Municipality of La Vallee are presenting their election platforms. This provides insight into local political discourse and upcoming elections.fftimes.com · Canada
POLITICSOct 1Candidate Profile : Gary Cousineau – Fort Frances TimesThis article provides a profile of candidate Gary Cousineau. It offers information about a political figure in a local context.fftimes.com · Canada
BUSINESSSep 30France woos Mexico as a stronger trade partner, citing US uncertaintiesTrade officials from the two nations were gathered for the presentation of the France-Mexico Economic Report 2026, issued to commemorate 200 years of Mexico-France trade relations. The post France woos Mexico as a stronger trade partner, citing US uncertainties appeared first on Mexico News DailyMexico News Daily
POLITICSSep 30France: Hundreds arrested as student protests escalateStudent protests have grown in scale and intensity, with violent clashes in some places leading to hundreds of arrests and dozens of injuries.DW News [en]
WORLDSep 30Tracking methane leaks to slow global warming: European regulation project weakened by France's reversalAlthough Emmanuel Macron had pledged to reduce methane emissions from the fossil fuel sector, he ultimately called for postponing the implementation of European regulation on the issue, citing the energy crisis as the reason.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSSep 30UK-France 'one in, one out' migrant deal scrappedA UK-French pilot scheme known as "one in, one out," set up to cut the number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats, has been scrapped.Sky News World
BUSINESSSep 30Tourists say their Maryland travel company left 70 women stranded in France and is dragging heels on refundsSome customers said they were left to arrange and pay for their own flights and accommodations after the France trip was cut shortThe Independent World