"Following the news that French troops are now in Greenland as part of a joint NATO force, we take a look at the reaction in the US, and what happens next for France and the rest of Europe. And with the current situation between the two countries, we asked our American readers if they felt they were being treated differently in France."
"Meanwhile, we take a look at the bizutage (hazing) culture in French universities after three organisers of a welcome party at the University of Lille went on trial this week following the death of a student in 2021, who had allegedly been subjected to a hazing ritual. A log fire might be a traditional part of life in rural France, but more and more communes are banning them because of health concerns - we talk through some alternatives."
French troops have been deployed to Greenland as part of a joint NATO force, prompting reaction in the United States and raising questions about European strategic implications. Americans in France report mixed experiences about whether they feel treated differently amid current diplomatic tensions. The French government passed the 2026 budget while facing uncertain political survival. Three organisers of a University of Lille welcome party faced trial over alleged hazing linked to a 2021 student death, renewing focus on bizutage. Growing health concerns have led some rural communes to ban log fires and explore alternative heating options. Common French vocal noises are highlighted to help non-natives sound local.
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