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    Crime

    The Marseilles mafia so big it’s now a brand

    thetimes.com • Crime • France

    The DZ Mafia, Marseille's dominant crime syndicate, is so successful it's facing challenges from imitators, prompting the gang to publicly deny involvement in certain crimes and highlight its efficient, brutal operations.

    Drug gangs ‘threaten to turn France into Mexicanised narco-state’

    thetimes.com • Crime • France

    France is facing a surge in drug gang violence, prompting concerns about the country's potential transformation into a narco-state, as evidenced by recent shootings and killings in multiple cities.

    'Grandpa robbers' go on trial for Kardashian heist in Paris

    thelocal.fr • Crime • France

    A trial is underway for a group of suspects, known as the 'grandpa robbers,' accused of the multi-million dollar jewelry heist from Kim Kardashian in Paris in 2016.

    ‘Grandpa robbers’ who terrorized Kim Kardashian sentenced to prison, but will walk free | CNN

    cnn.com • Crime • France

    Eight individuals involved in the 2016 robbery of Kim Kardashian in Paris were found guilty, receiving prison sentences but will be released due to time served.

    Pictured on their wedding day: The 'worst mass paedophile who ever lived' and the wife who allegedly helped hide his crimes - despite her own niece being his first victim | Daily Mail Online

    dailymail.co.uk • Crime • France

    The article details the sentencing of Joël Le Scouarnec, a French surgeon convicted of multiple child sex offenses, and the accusations against his ex-wife for allegedly aiding and abetting his crimes.

    Politics

    How the ‘Buy Canadian’ movement is inspiring France’s ‘Le Boycott’ - The Globe and Mail

    theglobeandmail.com • Politics • France

    Inspired by Canada's 'Buy Canadian' movement, a French boycott of American goods is gaining momentum due to dissatisfaction with U.S. policies under Donald Trump.

    Justice or a Democratic Scandal?

    quillette.com • Politics • France

    The article discusses the legal troubles of French politician Marine Le Pen and their potential impact on the upcoming presidential election, exploring the implications for French and European politics.

    Promises made in Paris Olympics run-up broken, say undocumented workers | Migration News | Al Jazeera

    aljazeera.com • Politics • France

    Undocumented construction workers who participated in a strike during the Paris Olympics construction were promised residency permits and health insurance, but these promises remain largely unfulfilled, highlighting the exploitation of vulnerable workers and a broader tightening of immigration policies in France.

    What to expect from this week's French taxi driver strikes

    thelocal.fr • Politics • France

    French taxi drivers are staging a week-long strike involving roadblocks and demonstrations across the country to protest fare changes for medical transport.

    Should adults-only hotels and restaurants be allowed? France considers banning them | South China Morning Post

    scmp.com • Politics • France

    France is considering banning adults-only hotels and restaurants, prompting debate about inclusivity and the rights of children.

    French told adult-only facilities are ‘violence against children’

    thetimes.com • Politics • France

    France is considering legal action against adult-only establishments, sparking debate over societal attitudes toward children and the rising 'no-kids' trend.

    JAN MOIR: The supercilious denials about THAT smack from the Macrons are just so Gallic - and so galling! | Daily Mail Online

    dailymail.co.uk • Politics • France

    The article discusses the public reaction to an apparent altercation between French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, during a state visit, and analyzes the couple's subsequent denials.

    Sports

    Business

    Shipping giant CMA CGM hires ex-M6 boss for French media business | Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide

    hellenicshippingnews.com • Business • France

    Shipping giant CMA CGM has appointed former M6 CEO Nicolas de Tavernost as vice president of its media branch, CMA Medias, to guide its strategic investments and operations.

    Law

    New dog walking rules in France: Keep your pet on a lead from April 15

    connexionfrance.com • Law • France

    Starting April 15th, new French laws require dogs to be leashed outside designated paths in wooded areas to protect wildlife during breeding season, with fines up to €750 for violations.

    Gérard Depardieu found guilty of sexual assault | CNN

    cnn.com • Law • France

    French actor Gérard Depardieu was found guilty of sexually assaulting two women and received an 18-month suspended sentence.

    Film

    Mathieu Amalric on Starring and Directing the Erotic Thriller, The Blue Room | Vogue

    vogue.com • Film • France

    This article discusses Mathieu Amalric's experience starring in and directing the erotic thriller, The Blue Room, exploring the film's themes and his career.

    ‘Eddington’ ignites an already politically charged Cannes Film Festival | CNN

    cnn.com • Film • France

    Ari Aster's new film, "Eddington," premiered at Cannes, sparking debate about its ambiguous political commentary and its reflection of contemporary American society.