Updated Nov. 23, 2023 10:31 am ET The electoral win by Geert Wilders, the Dutch far-right leader who has championed draconian policies against immigration and Islam, reflects how intractable the issue of migration remains in Europe—and in much of the West. Nearly a decade ago, an influx of Middle Eastern and African arrivals drove a … Read more
Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou both made weight during their final face off on Saturday ahead of Sunday’s heavyweight clash (all times AEDT). The showdown wasn’t without some curious mind games – largely on Fury’s end. ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Predator’ stood toe-to-toe – and literally head-to-head – attempting to psych each other out. … Read more
Americans will soon need to apply for a travel authorization to visit 30 countries in Europe. The application has a nonrefundable fee of 7 euros a person, or about $7.40. Travelers must get the authorization via the European Travel Information and Authorisation System prior to their trip. It’s expected to be operational sometime in 2024. … Read more
Paris CNN — Eight airports in France were forced to evacuate on Wednesday for security reasons. Beauvais airport near Paris said it was evacuated “following an anonymous threat received by several French hubs.” The airport later said it was in the process of reopening. In eastern France, Strasbourg airport said it was evacuated due to … Read more
Bevan French has been named the 2023 Man of Steel, awarded to the Super League’s most outstanding player each season. The 27-year-old shifted from the outside backs to five-eighth this season and has been a pivotal figure in the Wigan Warriors’ charge to the grand final. French is the first Wigan player to win the … Read more
Paris CNN — The French government has vowed action to “reassure and protect” the public as its capital Paris reports a “widespread” rise in bedbugs. French Transport Minister Clement Beaune said Friday he would “bring together transport operators next week” to “undertake further action” to “reassure and protect” the public from the reported surge in … Read more
This is a version of CNN’s Royal News, a weekly dispatch bringing you the inside track on Britain’s royal family. Sign up here. Paris CNN — King Charles and Queen Camilla have just wrapped up their long-awaited state visit to France, spending their final day in the southwest of the country. While in Bordeaux, a … Read more
Tensions Over Ukrainian Grain Split European Union The Wall Street Journal Poland, Hungary, Slovakia to introduce own bans on Ukraine grains Reuters The EU’s balancing act between supporting Ukraine and keeping member states happy | DW News DW News Bulgaria lifts ban on Ukraine grain imports FRANCE 24 English Poland will not let Ukraine join EU without grain restrictions, … Read more
Paris CNN — Apple plans to update iPhone12 software for users in France after the country’s regulators ordered a pause on sales of the 2020 model over radiation concerns. “We will issue a software update for users in France to accommodate the protocol used by French regulators. We look forward to iPhone 12 continuing to … Read more
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