DARK SECRETS: Marseille - The Real Truth

Riot police fire teargas as 250,000 take part in schools protests across France

Officers also carry out baton charges as students, staff and parents march in cities including Paris, Marseille and Lyon

The Guardian - UK · Oct 6

Clashes in French cities as students continue to protest over education funding

Students in Marseille and Lille escalate protests over education funding, barricading schools and clashing with police as blockades spread across France.

Euronews · Oct 5

Teen Arrested After Viral Video Captures Horrific Makeshift Flamethrower Attack in Student Riot

French police arrested a 15-year-old boy after a woman allegedly suffered first-degree burns when flames were directed at her during student protests in Marseille.

International Business Times UK · Oct 5

Major fire tears through Marseille market near Saint-Charles station

A major fire tore through Marseille’s Marché du Soleil, with firefighters battling the blaze at the market near Saint-Charles station.

Euronews · Sep 11

Ligue 1: Paris FC and Sinayoko beat Marseille and climb to second place

Paris FC beat Olympique de Marseille 3–2 at the Vélodrome thanks to a hat-trick from Lassine Sinayoko. Paris FC sit second while OM remain stuck in 10th place in the table.

France 24 · Sep 7

From maligned second city to Insta magnet: Marseille is France’s new capital of overtourism

This summer has been a tipping point. But it’s not too late to save what makes this place unique, says journalist Mary Fitzgerald

The Guardian - UK · Aug 28

Migrants, rescue ships face threats, harassment at sea

MARSEILLE — A leading aid group said Monday that migrants crossing the Mediterranean and rescue ships that help them face increasing levels of threat and harassment from Libyan groups.

Bangkok Post · Aug 24

Risky jumps from France's Marseille corniche rise in popularity

Popularised on social media, this trend is attracting more and more young people and tourists. Concerned about accidents, the city council is boosting prevention and considering dedicated zones to better regulate the practice.

Euronews · Aug 18

Man City sign Argentina goalkeeper Rulli from Marseille

Manchester City has signed Argentine goalkeeper Geronimo Rulli from Marseille. Rulli returns to the club for a second spell after his initial stint. He previously played for several European clubs, including Villarreal and Ajax. Marseille is selling players to meet UEFA financial regulations this summer. The club also announced the…

The Economic Times · Aug 12

France welcomes Algeria’s arrest of alleged DZ Mafia crime boss

France's Minister of Justice, Gérald Darmanin has hailed Algerian security services for their work in the arrest of an alleged key figure in Marseille's crime world.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 5