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France imposes partial curfews in several cities, including parts of Paris

Interior minister concedes police ‘lost control’ of weekend protests as PM vows to restore public order

The Guardian - UK · Oct 19

🔴 France issues curfew for parts of central Paris

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France 24 · Oct 19

France protests latest: Paris and Nice impose curfews as Trump tries to exploit riots for midterm gains

Hundreds of thousands of people protested this weekend over declining public services and rising cost-of-living pressures

The Independent UK · Oct 19

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What Caused the Enfants Rouges Market Fire in Paris? Officials Launch Inquiry After Historic Hall Burns

A major fire destroyed Paris's historic Marché des Enfants Rouges, prompting an inquiry into its cause while traders face disruption and officials consider temporary premises

International Business Times UK · Oct 12

Adieu aux ‘Enfants Rouges’: Tears and shock as fire destroys Paris’s oldest covered food market

A devastating blaze destroyed the French capital’s oldest covered food market in the early hours of Monday, stripping Paris of a cherished venue popular with locals and tourists alike. Traders and residents said the destruction of the Enfants Rouges market, named after a 16th-century orphanage, had left them feeling “orphaned”…

France 24 · Oct 12

French PM slams violence at student protests and promises 'timeout' for democracy

French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said there can be "no room for tolerance of violence", as tens of thousands of students took to the streets nationwide on Tuesday to protest over the state of schools. He told parliament that high schools would clear their schedules for the rest of the…

Radio France Internationale · Oct 6

Tens of thousands of people take to streets of Paris to march for Pride

Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire, who leaded the march through the capital, highlighted some of the threats that the LGBTQ+ community is still facing, saying, "LGBTQIA+ venues are still being threatened, attacked, discriminated against, and subjected to violence and intimidation."

Euronews · Oct 3

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‘Gut-wrenching pain’: First conviction in French school sex abuse scandal fails to quell parents’ anger

A Paris court on Tuesday sentenced a former school aide to one year of house arrest with an ankle tag for sexually abusing nine children – the first conviction since a nationwide scandal erupted over abuse in France's childcare system. Nearly 200 similar cases are under investigation in Paris alone,…

France 24 · Sep 16

Protest Erupts as Women Staff at Eiffel Tower Were 'Asked To Leave' So Men Could Serve Hindu Guests Instead

Eiffel Tower staff protested after female employees were allegedly moved during a BAPS delegation visit as tower's operator admitted the arrangements should not have been accepted.

International Business Times UK · Sep 8

Eiffel Tower Closed Amid Outrage After Visiting Hindu Guru Demands Women Be “Made Invisible” And Management Complies

One person reacted, “Why would a French institute agree to this absurdity???”

Bored Panda · Sep 8

Eiffel Tower shut by staff walkout after female staff ordered to leave for religious visitors, ‘Humiliated’

Staff take action "to ensure that women are never treated this way at the company again."

We Got This Covered · Sep 8

Paris families sue mayor over alleged child abuse in after-school care

Around 15 families who allege their children suffered violence and sexual abuse in Paris after-school care have filed a complaint against the city and its Socialist mayor, Emmanuel Grégoire, as well as his predecessor Anne Hidalgo.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 4

French LGBTQ rights leader hospitalised after ‘despicable homophobic attack’ in Paris

Pierre Picave, a French police officer and head of an LGBTQ rights association, was hospitalised after a nighttime attack in the Marais district in central Paris, prosecutors said Sunday. Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire denounced the "despicable homophobic attack".The suspected attacker has been taken into custody.

France 24 · Aug 30

Paris opens canal to swimmers and SNCF cuts trains, as France faces 40C heatwave

A heatwave extending is expected this week, with temperatures expected to approach 40C. Rail services will be cut to avoid air-conditioning failures and Paris has authorised swimming in the Canal Saint-Martin.

Radio France Internationale · Jun 18

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Euronews · Jun 17

Paris opens canal to swimmers after ban didn't work during last heatwave

The city would rather make canal swimming safe rather than spending time pulling people out of the water, says Paris mayor Emmanuel Grégoire.

Radio France Internationale · May 31

Football heroes: PSG victory toasted by thousands of fans in Paris

The French capital held a hero's welcome for Paris Saint-Germain players who won their second consecutive Champions League title with celebrations under heavy security after a night of revelry marred by unrest. The team was received by President Emmanuel Macron ahead of a victory parade which drew thousands of supporters.

The Times of India · May 26

'Children confronted with all forms of violence': France launches investigation into alleged sexual, physical abuse in schools

French authorities are investigating over 100 allegations of mistreatment and abuse involving young children in Parisian schools and daycare centers, linked to school monitors. Investigations span numerous institutions, with complaints including physical violence and sexual assault. Systemic failures in recruitment and oversight are cited as contributing factors to the ongoing…

The Independent UK · May 26

A rare public trial opens in Paris child abuse case as parents seek a national wake-up call

Parents’ groups in France are calling for more attention to child abuse scandals as a rare public trial opens in Paris

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Euronews · May 26

Sexual abuse in Paris after-school care: 35-year-old youth worker goes on trial

The trial on Tuesday is the second since revelations of sexual abuse in Paris after-school services, amid a widening scandal with probes at more than 110 institutions since the start of the year.

International Business Times UK · May 25

France School Abuse Scandal Widens to 114 Institutions as Prosecutors Unveil Horrifying Rape and Torture of Minors

France is grappling with a major child abuse scandal involving 114 Paris schools, leading to criminal investigations and reforms. Allegations include rape and violence against young children by school staff.

The Guardian - UK · May 25

‘Massive’ child abuse scandal in France as school staff investigated for violence and sexual assault

Paris police looking into more than 100 allegations of mistreatment by ‘monitors’ after parents’ groups said they had fought for years to be taken seriously

France 24 · May 21

France ponders failure to protect children as school abuse scandal rocks Paris

Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire has acknowledged “systemic” failings as investigators probe allegations of child abuse by non-teaching staff at more than 100 nurseries and primary schools in the French capital. The scandal has shocked the public and exposed major shortfalls in child protection and accountability.

Euronews · May 21

Paris nursery abuse probe expands as 16 staff held over extended custody

The suspects worked at the Saint-Dominique state nursery school in Paris’ 7th arrondissement and are being questioned over rape and other allegedly excessive or violent behaviour.

Radio France Internationale · Apr 15

Paris council to spend €20m tackling sexual abuse in after-school programmes

The Paris city council on Tuesday adopted a €20 million action plan to tackle sexual abuse during after-school activities after several scandals. Hailed by child welfare groups and parents, the plan includes simplifying the chain of reporting, redesigning "sensitive" spaces in schools and providing special training for activity leaders.

Euronews · Apr 3

New Paris mayor vows to end all sexual violence in schools with €20m action plan

Claims of sexual abuse in schools were a central issue in the campaign leading up to last month's Paris mayoral election.

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