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Germany
Big drop in German consumer confidence beats hopes of economic growth
A key survey shows Germans preparing to tighten their belts rather than boost private consumption, the sector which provides half…
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French mass rape trial ignites calls for changes to the law to include consent
According to data from the French interior ministry, men are responsible for 96 per cent of sexual assault incidents. In…
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United Kingdom
French, British Foreign Ministers warn of risks of ‘Putinisation’
The two Foreign Ministers met in London a day after UK and French daily papers published a joint article in…
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Work one day for free, France asks its people in new budget plan
COMPANIES CONCERNED After spending spiralled out of control this year and tax income fell short of expectations, Barnier’s government has…
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United Kingdom
‘World’s most famous watch’ to go on display in London
A watch made for the last queen of France will form part of the Science Museum’s Versailles: Science And Splendour…
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Sport
Gardens of culture: French grandeur & Chinese serenity
In this episode of Crossing Cultures, we explore two iconic garden models – a grand French masterpiece and a tranquil…
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News
France’s Gisele Pelicot says ‘macho’ society must change attitude on rape
“SCAR WILL NEVER HEAL” Gisele said her former husband “had a lot of fantasies that I couldn’t fulfil”. “But why…
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High security as Israel face France in Paris football match
A total of 4,000 police and members of the security forces will be stationed in Paris and around the stadium,…
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Sport
Pesticides: a health hazard for Europeans ?
In Charente-Maritime, France, rising child cancer cases are suspected to be linked to pesticide exposure. Local residents are pushing for…
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