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China's rich ditch flashy luxury as global sales stall, says Bain
Published on 18/06/2024
» PARIS/MILAN - China's richest people are avoiding flaunting their wealth in favour of more discreet fashion, according to a report published on Tuesday by Bain consultancy that predicted the weakest global luxury market since the height of the pandemic.
Russia 'spreading disinformation' ahead of EU elections
Published on 03/06/2024
» PARIS - European governments say Russia has embarked on a major campaign of disinformation in the run up to the European Union's elections to the European Parliament from June 6-9.
Hundreds arrested, roads barricaded in New Caledonia as riots continue
Reuters, Published on 16/05/2024
» SYDNEY - Armed forces were protecting New Caledonia's two airports and port after a third night of violent riots that have killed four people, the Pacific Island's top French official said on Thursday morning, adding at least four alleged instigators were under house arrest.
Global heat records set for 11th straight month
Published on 08/05/2024
» The world just experienced its hottest April on record, extending an 11-month streak in which every month set a temperature record, the European Union’s climate change monitoring service said on Wednesday.
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrives in Paris with EU trade, Ukraine among hot button issues on table
South China Morning Post, Published on 06/05/2024
» Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in France on Sunday to begin a closely watched three-nation tour that will see him try to improve relations with Europe amid intensifying US rivalry, with trade and Ukraine high on the agenda.
Police end pro-Palestinian rally at French university
Published on 03/05/2024
» PARIS - Police entered France’s prestigious Sciences Po university on Friday and removed student activists who had occupied its buildings in protest against Israel’s conduct in its war against Hamas in Gaza.