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Nov 13 2025POLITICS

France's Pension Pause: A Political Balancing Act

In France, lawmakers are gearing up to vote on a significant shift in pension policy. The government is looking to put a hold on a controversial plan to raise the retirement age. This move comes as the country grapples with a shaky political landscape and a growing budget deficit. The current prime minister, Sebastien Lecornu, has been working hard to keep his gover...

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Nov 10 2025POLITICS

A Former Leader's Brief Time Behind Bars

Nicolas Sarkozy, the former president of France, is back home after a short stay in prison. He was let out early because of an appeal. This all started when he was found guilty of taking money from Libya to fund his 2007 election campaign. The court said he can't leave France or talk to certain people involved in the case. Sarkozy, now 70, walked out of La Santé pri...

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Nov 06 2025POLITICS

France Takes Action Against Shein Over Controversial Sales

France has taken a firm stand against the popular online retailer Shein. The government has temporarily blocked access to Shein's website. This move comes after a shocking discovery of child-like sex dolls being sold on the platform. The dolls were described as being of a "child pornography nature" by France's consumer fraud agency. The controversy has sparked wides...

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Nov 05 2025BUSINESS

Shein's Bumpy Ride in Paris: Fashion, Controversy, and Regulation

Shein, the fast-fashion giant, faced a rocky start in Paris as it opened its first physical store. The launch was overshadowed by a government decision to suspend access to its online platform in France. This came after controversial listings of sex dolls with childlike features were found on its website. The French government demanded that Shein prove its content co...

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Nov 05 2025CRIME

Shein Under Fire: Childlike Sex Dolls Spark French Investigation

Shein, a popular online fashion retailer, is facing serious trouble in France. Authorities are looking into claims that childlike sex dolls were being sold on their platform. This investigation started after French Finance Minister Roland Lescure spoke out against it. He even threatened to ban Shein in France, just days before their first physical store was supposed ...

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Nov 05 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fantomas Returns: A New Take on a Classic French Villain

A fresh take on the classic French villain Fantomas is on the way. This time, the story will be set in Paris in 1914. It will follow the chaotic and mysterious criminal mastermind as he evades capture by Lieutenant Juve. The film will explore a series of violent crimes that have the city on edge. The plot is set against a backdrop of political tensions and violence, ...

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Nov 04 2025POLITICS

France Takes a Stand Against Controversial Shein Products

France is taking a firm stance against Shein, a popular online shopping platform. The issue? A sex doll with childlike features was found on their website. French authorities were quick to react, calling out the disturbing nature of the product and its description. The doll, standing at 80 centimeters tall and holding a teddy bear, had an explicitly sexual descriptio...

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Oct 31 2025POLITICS

Tax Talk: France's Debate on Who Should Pay More

France is having a big talk about money and who should pay more taxes. The government and lawmakers can't agree on how to fill a big budget gap. Some want to tax the super-rich, while others worry this could hurt the economy. Left-wing politicians have a plan. They want to tax people who have more than 100 million euros. An economist named Gabriel Zucman says this c...

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Oct 31 2025CRIME

Jewels Stolen: A Royal Family's Plea

In a surprising turn of events, a man with royal blood has made a heartfelt request to the thieves who stole precious jewels from a famous museum. Jean d'Orleans, a descendant of French kings, wants the stolen treasures back. He believes they hold great value for his family and the entire country. The jewels, which were on display, have a rich history. They were onc...

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Oct 29 2025POLITICS

France's Bold Step to Redefine Rape

In a significant move, France's Senate is poised to give the final nod to a bill that redefines rape and sexual assault as any act without clear consent. This shift comes on the heels of a high-profile trial that sent shockwaves through the nation and put a spotlight on Gisèle Pelicot, whose story became a rallying cry for change. The bill, introduced in January, wa...

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