French PM Borne resigns as Macron seeks to revamp a troubled government

French PM Borne resigns as Macron seeks to revamp a troubled government

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne has resigned, the French presidency said on Monday, as President Emmanuel Macron seeks to give a new impetus to his second mandate ahead of European parliament elections and the Paris Olympics this summer.  Issued on: 08/01/2024 – 18:07 2 min Macron did not immediately name her successor. The French President … Read more

I’m no lame duck, Macron says, vowing to stop Le Pen’s rise – POLITICO

I’m no lame duck, Macron says, vowing to stop Le Pen’s rise – POLITICO

PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron hit back Wednesday against speculation he has become a lame-duck president paving the way for the far right to come to power, a day after his flagship immigration bill was voted through — with the support of the far-right National Rally. Macron’s government has been in crisis since his … Read more

Don’t let the bedbugs bite! France tackles insect invasion on public transport – POLITICO

Don’t let the bedbugs bite! France tackles insect invasion on public transport – POLITICO

Emmanuel Macron’s government is moving to tackle the “scourge” of bedbugs in France after a raft of videos showed the minuscule insects popping up on public transport, with Paris city hall demanding a reaction. “I will bring together transport operators next week to provide information on the actions undertaken and act more to serve travelers,” … Read more

EU enlargement can combat Putin’s influence, France says – POLITICO

EU enlargement can combat Putin’s influence, France says – POLITICO

Press play to listen to this article Voiced by artificial intelligence. The European Union should help countries stand up to Vladimir Putin by sending a clear message about their prospects for joining the EU, French Europe Minister Laurence Boone told POLITICO. The EU is preparing for a potential wave of expansion that could bring as … Read more