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2 weeks ago

Gisele Pelicot awarded France's highest civilian honor DW 07/14/2025

Gisele Pelicot received France's highest civilian honor for her courageous testimony about enduring a decade of sexual abuse.
fromThe Local France
2 weeks ago

Gisele Pelicot and Pharrell Williams get France's top honour

Gisele Pelicot and Pharrell Williams were awarded France's Legion of Honour, recognizing their significant contributions and impact in their respective fields.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Dozens of drivers fined for filming French road accident

Over 100 drivers fined in France for filming a crash scene while driving on a busy motorway.
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

French Word of the Day: Non-lieu

In the French legal system, non-lieu means the dismissal of a case by the investigating judge, often due to insufficient evidence or other legal reasons.
Law
France politics
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

Does France practice 'diversity, equity and inclusion'?

The US embassy's warning against DEI programs in French companies highlights cultural and legal conflicts between France and the US regarding inclusion practices.
fromThe Local France
5 months ago

Explained: 'Vice cache' legal protections in France

The legal definition of vice caché refers to hidden faults in a product or property which render them unfit for intended use and affect purchase decisions.
France politics
France news
fromeuronews
5 months ago

Trial of 'France's biggest paedophile offender' to open in Vannes

French surgeon Joël Le Scouarnec faces trial for aggravated sexual crimes against 299 victims, mainly children, marking a significant legal case in France.
fromThe Local France
5 months ago

French Word of the Day: Prison ferme

Prison ferme refers to a fixed sentence involving imprisonment, applicable mainly for serious crimes, but can sometimes lead to home confinement instead.
France news
fromwww.thelocal.fr
6 months ago

PODCAST: Macron's 800m Louvre revamp explained and full speed ahead for rural France

Following a recent announcement from the Louvre's director about the museum's deteriorating condition, French President Emmanuel Macron is proposing plans to improve visitor experience, including higher ticket prices for non-EU guests.
France politics
fromwww.thelocal.fr
8 months ago

Inside France: A teetering French government and the heroism of Gisele Pelicot

Gisele Pelicot's trial is a catalyst for societal change in France regarding sexual consent and violence awareness.
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fromArs Technica
11 months ago

Telegram CEO charged with numerous crimes and is banned from leaving France

Pavel Durov has been indicted in France, facing severe charges related to Telegram's operations and its refusal to assist law enforcement.
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