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Chris Bockman is a freelance journalist based in Toulouse, France. Moderator/journalist Provide audio and tv coverage for BBC News and France 24 Newsgathering and live standups Host many events as moderator mainly in aerospace and innovation sector
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Suspect was previously imprisoned for 17 years for a series of 'audacious robberies across the UK', such as ATM explosions and theft of R$ 2.5 million in tractors
A suspect, previously imprisoned for 17 years for a series of audacious robberies across the UK, including ATM explosions and the theft of R$ 2.5 million in tractors, is under scrutiny again. The article details the suspect's criminal history and the nature of his past crimes.
French town reels from fortune teller scandal
Agde, a town on the Mediterranean coast known for its beaches and swinger community, is embroiled in a scandal involving the mayor and a fortune teller. The incident has drawn significant attention, highlighting the town's unique reputation and raising questions about local governance.
French town reels from scandal involving mayor and fortune teller
In the French town of Agde, a scandal has emerged involving the mayor, Gilles d’Ettore, and a local fortune teller, Sophia Martinez. Both are under investigation, with Martinez facing embezzlement charges and d’Ettore accused of corruption for allegedly using public funds for Martinez's benefit. The scandal has drawn attention due to Martinez's claims of communicating with the dead, which allegedly manipulated the mayor. The situation has political implications, with criticism from the far-right Rassemblement National party, highlighting the region's political dynamics.
French farmer and daughter killed as car hits protest
A French farmer, Alexandra Sonac, and her 12-year-old daughter were killed when a car crashed into a roadblock during a national protest by French farmers south of Toulouse. The farmer's husband was severely injured. The protests, which have spread across France, are in response to new environmental regulations and rising energy costs. The farmers have been nicknamed 'gilets verts', echoing the 'gilets jaunes' protests. The French government has been cautious in its response, with Prime Minister Gabriel Attal expressing condolences and solidarity with the farmers.
Rock in a hard place: France-Spain border residents angry over road blocks
Residents along the France-Spain border are frustrated by the French government's decision to close four small roads to prevent illegal immigration, citing anti-terrorism controls. Local communities, deeply interconnected economically and culturally, are campaigning for the roads to be reopened. The closures have disrupted daily life, including the local wine industry, and have sparked protests and legal actions. Despite the government's stance, locals argue that the closures are ineffective and unnecessary, especially given the historical significance and practical use of these routes.
Rock in a hard place: France-Spain border residents angry over road blocks
Residents along the France-Spain border are frustrated by the French government's decision to close four small roads to curb illegal immigration and enhance anti-terrorism controls. The closures have disrupted long-standing economic, cultural, and personal ties between the communities. Local groups, including 'Alberes without borders,' are actively campaigning for the roads to be re-opened, arguing that the closures are ineffective and unnecessary. The French government maintains that the closures are essential for focusing police efforts on main routes, citing a significant increase in illegal migration. However, local leaders and residents believe the measures are disproportionate and ineffective.
French protests: Female farmer and daughter killed as car hits French protesters
A tragic accident during French farmers' protests resulted in the deaths of a female farmer, Alexandra Sonac, and her 12-year-old daughter after a car crashed into a roadblock near Toulouse. The protests, driven by grievances over environmental regulations and energy costs, have seen widespread roadblocks across France. The incident, deemed accidental by local prosecutors, has intensified the protests, with farmers threatening to blockade Paris. The FNSEA and Jeunes Agriculteurs unions are at the forefront, highlighting the dire economic conditions faced by farmers in the region. The French government, aware of the political sensitivity, has refrained from breaking up the blockades.
Orpheopolis: France's unique orphanage for police children
Orpheopolis, a network of three orphanages in France, provides a unique support system for children who have lost police officer parents. The orphanages offer psychological care, financial support, and integration into society, with facilities including housing, sports, and educational support. The article highlights personal stories of children like Elena and Ambre, who have found stability and healing at Orpheopolis. The program is presented as a potential model for other countries, contrasting with the lack of similar support in the UK. The article underscores the importance of dialogue and community for the children's emotional recovery.
France anti-vax protests take aim at Macron
160,000 people protested across France against the Covid vaccination programme and upcoming restrictions for the unvaccinated. President Macron, while in French Polynesia, highlighted the milestone of 40 million French citizens having received at least one vaccine dose, with a new target of 50 million by the end of August. Despite bad weather, over 200,000 people participated in 184 rallies, indicating the rapid growth of the anti-vax movement in France.
Aurélien Pradié: The rising star shaking up French politics
Aurélien Pradié, a 37-year-old MP from the Lot region, has rapidly ascended in French politics by opposing President Emmanuel Macron's pension reform. His defiance against his own Les Républicains party and the government's controversial use of constitutional powers has garnered him significant attention. Pradié's grassroots approach and strong local connections have bolstered his popularity, though he faces criticism from opponents who view him as opportunistic. His future ambitions include potentially running for the presidency, aiming to reconnect the right with the working and middle classes.
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