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    Crime

    The Marseilles mafia so big it’s now a brand

    thetimes.com • Crime • France

    The DZ Mafia, Marseille's dominant crime syndicate, is so successful it's facing challenges from imitators, prompting the gang to publicly deny involvement in certain crimes and highlight its efficient, brutal operations.

    Drug gangs ‘threaten to turn France into Mexicanised narco-state’

    thetimes.com • Crime • France

    France is facing a surge in drug gang violence, prompting concerns about the country's potential transformation into a narco-state, as evidenced by recent shootings and killings in multiple cities.

    'Grandpa robbers' go on trial for Kardashian heist in Paris

    thelocal.fr • Crime • France

    A trial is underway for a group of suspects, known as the 'grandpa robbers,' accused of the multi-million dollar jewelry heist from Kim Kardashian in Paris in 2016.

    Politics

    How the ‘Buy Canadian’ movement is inspiring France’s ‘Le Boycott’ - The Globe and Mail

    theglobeandmail.com • Politics • France

    Inspired by Canada's 'Buy Canadian' movement, a French boycott of American goods is gaining momentum due to dissatisfaction with U.S. policies under Donald Trump.

    Justice or a Democratic Scandal?

    quillette.com • Politics • France

    The article discusses the legal troubles of French politician Marine Le Pen and their potential impact on the upcoming presidential election, exploring the implications for French and European politics.

    Promises made in Paris Olympics run-up broken, say undocumented workers | Migration News | Al Jazeera

    aljazeera.com • Politics • France

    Undocumented construction workers who participated in a strike during the Paris Olympics construction were promised residency permits and health insurance, but these promises remain largely unfulfilled, highlighting the exploitation of vulnerable workers and a broader tightening of immigration policies in France.

    Sports

    Business

    Shipping giant CMA CGM hires ex-M6 boss for French media business | Hellenic Shipping News Worldwide

    hellenicshippingnews.com • Business • France

    Shipping giant CMA CGM has appointed former M6 CEO Nicolas de Tavernost as vice president of its media branch, CMA Medias, to guide its strategic investments and operations.

    Law

    New dog walking rules in France: Keep your pet on a lead from April 15

    connexionfrance.com • Law • France

    Starting April 15th, new French laws require dogs to be leashed outside designated paths in wooded areas to protect wildlife during breeding season, with fines up to €750 for violations.

    Literature

    Kiffe Kiffe Tomorrow Summary and Study Guide | SuperSummary

    supersummary.com • Literature • France

    This summary of Faëza Guène's novel, Kiffe Kiffe Tomorrow, follows teenager Doria's journey of self-discovery amidst family struggles and cultural complexities in suburban Paris.

    The Discontents of Michel Houellebecq | The Nation

    thenation.com • Literature • France

    This article analyzes the evolution of French novelist Michel Houellebecq's work, from his critiques of consumerism to his increasingly overt and controversial political statements.