8 Dead After Failed English Channel Crossing Attempt
At least eight migrants lost their lives while attempting to cross the English Channel. As more than 800 individuals made successful crossings into the UK on the same day.
Tag: France
Protests Erupt Across France Over Appointment of Michel Barnier as Prime Minister
The streets of France erupted in massive protests on September 7, 2024 in response to President Emmanuel Macron’s of Michel Barnier, a centre-right politician and former EU Brexit negotiator, as Prime Minister.
Protests Erupt in New Caledonia After Pro-Independence Activists Sent to France
In New Caledonia, seven prominent independence activists have been transported to mainland France for pre-trial detention. This decision follows last month’s violent protests in the French Pacific territory resulting in casualties and property damage.
Mohamed Amra: Nationwide Manhunt Underway for Escaped Prisoner “The Fly”
A nationwide manhunt is underway in France following the escape of prisoner Mohamed Amra, known as “The Fly,” after armed gunmen ambushed a prison van. The attack left two prison officers dead and three others injured.
Curfew Imposed in New Caledonia after Violent Protests against Constitutional Change
The French Pacific territory of New Caledonia has descended into chaos as violent riots grip its main city, Noumea. What started as protests over a proposed constitutional reform escalated into a nightmare, with cars torched, shops vandalized, and shots fired at security forces.
Cannes Film Festival 2024 Preview
The 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival is set to dazzle audiences from May 14 to May 25, 2024. The event will unfold at the iconic Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, France.
France Reclaims World Record for Longest Baguette with 140.53 Meters
France has reclaimed the title of baking the world’s longest baguette, surpassing the previous record set by Italian bakers in Como in 2019. After 14-hour, a team of 18 bakers from Suresnes, a Parisian suburb emerged victorious crafting a baguette measuring 140.53 meters.
France Raises Terror Alert Level After Moscow Attack
France has elevated its terror alert level to the highest degree in response to the shootings at a concert hall in Moscow, where at least 137 people lost their lives in what stands as Europe’s deadliest terrorist attack claimed by the Islamic State group.
Gabriel Attal Appointed as France Youngest Prime Minister and First Gay PM
French President Emmanuel Macron has chosen Gabriel Attal, the 34-year-old Education Minister, as the new prime minister. Attal’s appointment comes as Macron to breathe new life into his presidency ahead of the European elections and challenges posed by a fractured parliament.
French Parliament Approves Controversial Immigration Reform
The French parliament has passed a controversial immigration reform bill after months. The legislation, initially facing rejection in the National Assembly, underwent amendments to garner support from both President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist Renaissance party and Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally (RN).
