Self – destructive Europe: French PM cheers for a slight decrease in violence (“Mostly peaceful” mindset)
In 2023, France faced challenges such as protests against a controversial pension reform, racial riots, mass migration, conflicts abroad, and the expulsion of French colonial troops from Africa. Despite these…
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There is still hope: Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is being restored
On Saturday, December 16th, Notre Dame Cathedral marked a significant moment in its restoration as a new golden rooster was installed, representing more than just a weathervane atop the spire.…
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An Apple as big as Paris
Apple Inc., the world’s most valuable publicly traded company, continues its impressive rally, reaching a market value close to that of Europe’s largest stock market, France. As of Wednesday’s, December…
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2020 French teacher beheading accomplices are punished leniently
Do you remember the murder of Samuel Paty? Six teenagers were convicted by a French court in connection with the 2020 beheading of history teacher Samuel Paty. The teacher had…
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Napoleon’s complex legacy and his opinion of America
“Napoleon”, the new movie by Ridley Scott (click here for a recent Targetnews story about the movie), starring Oscar winner Joaquin Phoenix, has sparked discussion about the French emperor’s contribution…
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The reconquista of medieval Spain (France, take notes)
While the religious history of the Iberian peninsula of Europe, including the well-known Spanish Inquisitions, is familiar to many, fewer people are aware that Spain and Portugal were not always…
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“French” looters enjoy the fruits of their labor
The day after the ransacking of stores in downtown Marseille, France, all kinds of stuff, including cigarettes, glasses, mobile phones, shoes, and sports clothing flooded the black market and the…
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