Press Review

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Press Review

An overview of the stories making the French and international newspaper headlines. From Monday to Friday live at 7:20am and 9:20am Paris time.

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    Gisèle Pelicot's courage at mass rape trial: 'The world's bravest woman'

    PRESS REVIEW – Friday, December 20: From France to Spain and Italy to South Africa, Gisèle Pelicot dominates the front pages as the press pays tribute to her courage and dignity during the months-long trial into the 51 men found guilty of raping her, including her husband. Also: a suspected prostitution ring unfolds in Peruvian parliament after the assassination of a lawyer last week, who was believed to be involved in the ring. Plus: we look back at the unusual animals discovered this year!

    8 min

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    Google Maps camera captures man allegedly stuffing dead body into car trunk in Spain

    PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, December 19: All eyes are on the French city of Avignon where the verdicts in the Pelicot rape trial are expected. Also: President Xi Jinping visits Macau as the city celebrates 25 years since its handover to China. A Google Maps update inadvertently exposes a man stuffing a body into a car trunk, allowing Spanish investigators to solve a year-old case. Finally, ground squirrels are seen devouring voles, in the first such predatory behaviour recorded in the animals!

    7 min

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    'Bayrou already under pressure': French PM under fire for choosing Pau over Mayotte

    PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, December 18: French Prime Minister François Bayrou is under pressure less than a week into the role. Meanwhile, Donald Trump sues an Iowa newspaper over their election poll, just days after ABC agrees to pay the president-elect $15 million in a defamation case. Elsewhere, Elon Musk meets with Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, amid speculation that he could bankroll his party. Finally, a renowned medical journal has some health advice for Disney princesses.

    7 min

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    Why was the French island of Mayotte so poorly prepared for Cyclone Chido?

    PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, December 17: Mayotte is ravaged by a cyclone that has devastated the already impoverished French island as Prime Minister François Bayrou is accused of neglecting his responsibilities. In the UK, Prince Andrew is embroiled in a scandal involving a suspected Chinese spy who financed his China venture. Plus: all hail the rise of the "noodle boys" – a new crop of young, male (mostly White) Hollywood stars who counterbalance toxic masculinity.

    6 min

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    'Gimmicks Over Diplomacy': Papers react as Israel orders closure of embassy in Ireland

    PRESS REVIEW – Monday, December 16: There is a focus on Syria's economic future, with a global hunt now underway for the billions of dollars in cash and assets stashed away by the Assad family. Meanwhile, Israel announces the closure of its embassy in Ireland. Elsewhere, British MPs are threatening to name a Chinese spy who has links to Prince Andrew. Finally, mysterious drones are causing anxiety for residents in New Jersey.

    7 min

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    'What's taking Macron so long?' French papers exasperated as wait for PM continues

    PRESS REVIEW – Friday, December 13: We look at reactions in the French papers as Emmanuel Macron delays nominating a new prime minister. There is also political chaos in Germany as Chancellor Olaf Schulz prepares for a vote of confidence next week. In Georgia, the political crisis ensues as the possibility of two presidents becomes likely. In the UK, an unlikely war of words erupts over a sandwich. And, the Netherlands ends its Miss Netherlands pageant, saying it's become an outdated concept.

    8 min

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    'Act of violence and disdain': Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup hosts

    PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, December 12: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol refuses to step down, much to the dismay of many in the country, including the leader of his own party. Meanwhile, Donald Trump causes a stir with comments about Canadian PM Justin Trudeau. Finally, Saudi Arabia is confirmed as the host of the 2034 World Cup, a decision condemned by many human rights groups.

    7 min

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    French President Macron 'paying the price' for solitary politics

    PRESS REVIEW – Friday, December 6: Emmanuel Macron is "alone”, "solitary" in the face of an unprecedented political crisis. The press has few words of comfort for Macron as France's political chaos ensues. Also, EU commissioner Ursula von der Leyen flies to Uruguay to seal the Mercosur deal – despite France and Italy's opposition. Scientists have created the first trial urine test to detect lung cancer. And, colour authority Pantone reveals that "mocha mousse" is 2025's colour of the year!

    9 min
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An overview of the stories making the French and international newspaper headlines. From Monday to Friday live at 7:20am and 9:20am Paris time.

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