Hollywood has long stood as a beacon of global storytelling, exporting dreams, drama, and cultural icons to every corner of the world. But the industry is now at the center of a political storm, as President Donald Trump has proposed a controversial policy: a 100% import tariff on all foreign-produced films. While framed as an … Read more
Philosopher Fanny Lederlin examines how French MP François Ruffin seeks to reconcile the left with the world of work—a mission he pursues with striking radicalism, though his arguments remain surprisingly traditional in form. Back in November, Donald Trump stunned the world by becoming the 47th President of the United States, defeating Democratic candidate Kamala Harris. … Read more
The French telecom sector, which has long been speculating about a possible market shakeup, got a somewhat ambiguous message on Friday from the country’s communications regulator. During a press conference held in Paris, the president of France’s telecom watchdog, ARCEP (the Regulatory Authority for Electronic Communications, Postal Services and Print Media Distribution), Laure de La … Read more
Paris, France – Nearly three months have passed since Paris introduced a new carpool lane on its famously congested Boulevard Périphérique, and initial results suggest the controversial move may be paying off. On Friday, May 23, the Paris City Council revealed a comprehensive evaluation of the early outcomes, compiled by the Atelier Parisien d’Urbanisme (APUR). … Read more
In a significant move reflecting France’s commitment to energy transition and economic revitalization, the Gardanne biomass power plant in Bouches-du-Rhône is set to resume operations in January 2025. This decision follows an €800 million agreement between the French government and GazelEnergie, a subsidiary of Czech billionaire Daniel Křetínský’s EPH group. The deal ensures the purchase … Read more
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has reignited a contentious battle with Harvard University, intensifying his administration’s crackdown on elite institutions and foreign student enrollment. This latest clash has sparked widespread debate over academic freedom, immigration, and federal oversight, with critics accusing Trump of politicizing higher education for electoral gain. The controversy reached a new peak … Read more
French taxi drivers are showing no signs of backing down as tensions continue to rise over the government’s planned reform of medical transport tariffs. After a week of nationwide protests, drivers have announced they will extend their mobilization through Monday and have not ruled out further actions ahead of the government’s scheduled review of the … Read more
As transatlantic trade tensions flare once again, Germany is urging the United States to return to the negotiating table with a spirit of cooperation. This plea follows a stark warning from former President Donald Trump, who on Friday threatened to impose 50% tariffs on all imports from the European Union if elected again. Speaking to … Read more
As leaders prepare to gather for the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, China is making strategic diplomatic overtures in the region—most notably, by reaffirming its alliance with Indonesia. On Sunday, Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in Jakarta to meet with newly elected Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, in a move widely viewed as a deliberate effort … Read more
In the wake of a global service outage on X (formerly Twitter), tech magnate Elon Musk has announced a decisive pivot—stepping back from recent political entanglements to concentrate fully on his central business empires: Tesla, SpaceX, X, and the burgeoning AI startup xAI. The move, which comes amid a turbulent stretch for several of his … Read more