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POLITICSJul 22France passes social media ban for teenagers under 15The French parliament has approved a social media ban for children under the age of 15. The measure is due to come into effect after the Summer holidays – but many questions still need to be answered as to how it will be enforced. Story by James Vasina.France 24 [en]
WORLDJul 22Designing a Tour de France route: a three-year labour of loveAs cycling fans on the roadside and watching at home on television marvel at the stunning scenery on view at the Tour de France, organisers ASO are already…Japan Today
WORLDJul 22Tour de France: Evenepoel wins time trial to strengthen second overallRemco Evenepoel won the individual time trial on Stage 16 of the Tour de France, 2 days after his victory at Plateau de Solaison. The three-time world time trial champion finished 28 seconds ahead of Tadej Pogacar and 1'04'' clear of Mattias Skjelmose, between Évian and Thonon. The Belgian remains second overall, 4'32'' behind the Slovenian in the yellow jersey.France 24 [en]
DISASTERJul 22France suffers record wildfire destruction by mid-JulyEuroNews [en]
WORLDJul 22Domestiques , sprinters and climbers : who who in the Tour de France peloton ( and why it matters ) This article explains the different roles of riders within the Tour de France peloton, such as domestiques, sprinters, and climbers, and their significance. Understanding these roles is key to appreciating the race's strategy.theconversation.com · Australia
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 22Fast-moving wildfire forces hundreds of evacuations in southern FranceFrance 24 [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 21Hundreds Flee As Wildfire Rips Through Southern FranceChannels TV
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 21Hundreds evacuated as wildfire spreads in southern FranceLe Monde [en]
POLITICSJul 21France’s parliament approves social media ban for children under 15, in EU firstFrance’s parliament on Tuesday approved a bill banning social media access for children under 15, making France the first European country to bar children from apps such as TikTok. President Emmanuel Macron has championed the ban as a flagship reform of his final term in office and pledged to enforce it by September. “France is leading the way in Europe when it comes to protecting our children and teenagers,” Macron said in a video posted on social media, hailing “a major step forward”. He...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 21France's environment minister is set to resignMonique Barbut had voiced her disagreement with an agriculture law, which, among other measures, calls for the reintroduction of two banned pesticides in France. The legislation was adopted by Parliament on Tuesday evening.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSJul 21France to be the first EU country to ban social media for under-15sOther EU countries such as Greece, Slovenia and Sweden are planning to restrict minors' access to social media.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSJul 21Outrage in France as Macron appoints senator who fought gay marriage to key rights jobFrench lawmakers on Tuesday narrowly approved President Emmanuel Macron’s candidate to serve as Défenseur des droits (human rights ombdusman), despite vehement opposition from groups arguing that Senator François-Noël Buffet’s views run counter to the mission of defending the rights of the most vulnerable.France 24 [en]
WORLDJul 21Evenepoel beats Pogacar by seconds in stage 16 of Tour de FranceOlympic champion Remco Evenepoel powered to victory in the Tour de France's stage 16 time trial on Tuesday, beating overall leader Tadej Pogacar by 28 seconds to trim the Slovenian's advantage.France 24 [en]
WORLDJul 21Why France's D-Day landing beaches could join Unesco's heritage site listNormandy's D-Day landing beaches could soon be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site -- marking the culmination of a project launched nearly 20 years ago. The designation would recognise "outstanding universal value" and raise the international profile of the beaches -- including one where Allied forces built an artificial harbour. The UN's cultural agency is set to announce its decision between July 24 and 27.France 24 [en]
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 21Wildfire spreads in southeastern France as firefighters battle blazeEuroNews [en]
POLITICSJul 21'France wants to lead the way' with under-15s social media banFrench lawmakers are expected to pass a bill on July 21st banning social media access to children under 15. If approved, France would follow Australia's lead, where the world's first ban ​for under-16s ‌on platforms including Facebook, Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube came into ⁠force in December, as concerns grow over the impact social media has on the health and safety of minors.France 24 [en]
CONFLICTJul 21Middle East flights: Air France suspends routes to Riyadh, Dubai and BeirutEuroNews [en]
POLITICSJul 21France could become first EU country to ban social media for under-15sIf the bill passes both the lower house and the senate, France is expected to become the first EU nation to ban social media for those under 15. Solange Mougin has more on the ban and how it wll work. Championed by Emmanuel Macron, it comes on the heels of similar bans in Australia and Indonesia and ahead of a ban on smartphones in high schools. But how will the ban work?France 24 [en]
DISASTERJul 21Deadly heatwaves force an ageing France to confront a hotter futureDeadly heatwaves are compelling an aging France to address the challenges of a future with higher temperatures. This highlights the impact of climate change on vulnerable populations and national policy.bworldonline.com · Philippines
WORLDJul 21France confirms 27-year sentence for Rwandan ex-doctor Eugene RwamucyoRwamucyo, 67, was again found guilty of complicity in genocide, complicity in crimes against humanity, and joining a criminal conspiracy to prepare those crimes. He was, however, cleared of genocide and crimes against humanity charges.Africanews [en]
MILITARYJul 21France's nuclear expansion risks destabilizing European securityEurope’s security fears are real and legitimate. But deploying nuclear-capable aircraft to Russia's doorstep is not the answer, and Washington's contradictions are making things worse.On March 2, French President Emmanuel Macron announced major changes to France’s nuclear deterrence doctrine: an increase for the first time since 1992 in France's nuclear stockpile. France will also stop publishing the size of its nuclear stockpile altogether. This opacity makes verification and arms control dialogue functionally impossible.Macron announced that France would adopt a policy of “forward deterrenceResponsible Statecraft
POLITICSJul 20France denounces 'act of intimidation' against two of its diplomats in IranLe Monde [en]
POLITICSJul 20Burnham wife Marie - France van Heel was coolest girl in college - but Downing Street walk was wildly out of her comfort zoneMarie-France van Heel, wife of Andy Burnham, is described as having been "the coolest girl in college" but found the public Downing Street walk outside her comfort zone. This offers a personal glimpse into the spouse of a political figure.mirror.co.uk · United Kingdom
DISASTERBREAKINGJul 20Residents evacuated as the south of France burnsFast-moving wildfires in the southern French region of the Var have pushed many people from their homes. Over 600 firefighters have been used to try contain the blaze. It comes as temperatures surge past 40 degrees celsius, with an orange heatwave alert issued for Monday, July 20th.France 24 [en]
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