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Apr 24 2026SPORTS

Paris 2030 Olympics: Ice Hockey Games Seek New Home After Nice Rejection

France’s plan to host the 2030 Winter Games is facing unexpected hurdles, with ice hockey now looking for a new home in Paris. Officials had hoped to use Nice’s soccer stadium—renovated temporarily for hockey—but the city’s new mayor shut down the idea. Now, Paris is stepping in with two existing ar

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Apr 12 2026TECHNOLOGY

France Switches From Windows to Linux: A Move Toward Digital Independence

France has announced a big change in its government computers, choosing Linux over Microsoft Windows. The country wants less reliance on U. S. tech firms and more control over its own digital tools. The first step will be swapping Windows on government workstations, especially in key digital agen

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Apr 11 2026POLITICS

Taiwan Sees Chinese Fighters While Leaders Meet

Taiwan’s defence office reported that on Friday, 16 Chinese military jets flew close to the island between mid‑morning and mid‑afternoon, a day when Chinese President Xi Jinping met with the chairwoman of Taiwan’s main opposition party in Beijing. The meeting, held at 11 a. m. , was framed by the Ta

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Apr 11 2026BUSINESS

Taiwan’s Tech Exports Soar Past $80 Billion—What’s Driving the Boom?

Taiwan just hit a major milestone in global trade. In March, its exports jumped to over $80 billion, shattering records and beating even the most optimistic forecasts. This surge wasn’t a one-time fluke—it marked the 29th straight month of year-over-year growth. What’s behind this explosive rise? A

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Apr 02 2026POLITICS

Taiwan Boosts Island Defences Amid Rising Chinese Activity

Taiwan is set to reinforce its military presence on the Pratas Islands, a group of reefs located at the northern edge of the South China Sea. The islands lie more than 400 kilometres from Taiwan’s main coast, making them a potential target for Chinese forces. Because the Pratas are only lightly g

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Mar 19 2026POLITICS

France and India Call for Calm in the Middle East

France’s President Emmanuel Macron and India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi exchanged messages on the social‑media platform X, urging a slowdown in the conflict that has escalated across the Middle East. Their posts came after Iran targeted energy sites following a series of Israeli and U. S. strike

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

France Plans to Share Nuclear Jets With Allies

France’s president has announced a bold shift in the country’s nuclear policy, saying that France will not only grow its arsenal but also allow other nations to host its nuclear‑armed aircraft for short periods. The move, revealed at a military base that houses France’s submarine fleet, signals a ne

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Feb 16 2026POLITICS

Taiwan's President Focuses on Defense in New Year Speech

Taiwan's leader, Lai Ching-te, recently shared his Lunar New Year message. He emphasized the importance of boosting the island's defenses. This comes at a time when tensions with China are high. China sees Taiwan as part of its territory. Lai's message was recorded at a key military radar station.

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Jan 29 2026POLITICS

France Finally Joins EU in Labeling Iran's Guards as Terrorists

France has had a change of heart. After long hesitation, it now supports adding Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to the EU's terrorism list. This shift comes as EU foreign ministers meet to discuss new sanctions against Iran for its harsh crackdown on protests. The IRGC, created afte

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

France's Bold Move: Should Kids Under 15 Be Banned From Social Media?

France is making waves with a new plan to keep kids under 15 off social media. This isn't just a random idea; it's part of a bigger trend happening around the world. The French government is serious about this and wants the ban ready by September, right when the new school year starts. President Ma

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