July 28, 2024, 10:08 PM - 2 min read
The Paris Olympics organisers have issued an apology for a controversial performance at the opening ceremony, which featured drag queens in what appeared to be a parody of Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper." This tableau provoked strong disapproval from conservatives worldwide, who argued that it mocked Catholics and Christianity.
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July 8, 2024, 10:37 AM - 2 min read
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal announced his resignation on Monday, citing his commitment to overseeing the upcoming Paris Olympics as a top priority. This decision follows initial election projections indicating a lead for the leftist coalition, dealing a blow to Macron’s ruling party and positioning the right-wing National Rally in third place.
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July 8, 2024, 10:03 AM - 2 min read
Violence erupted across France following an exit poll suggesting a left-wing coalition’s lead in the snap election. This unexpected outcome dealt a significant blow to Marine Le Pen’s ambitions of forming France’s first hard-right government since World War II.
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July 1, 2024, 10:12 AM - 2 min read
France's far-right National Rally (RN), led by Marine Le Pen, emerged victorious in the first round of the country's parliamentary election, according to exit polls. The RN secured approximately 34% of the vote, surpassing its leftist and centrist competitors, including President Emmanuel Macron's Together alliance, which garnered between 20.5% and 23%. The New Popular Front (NFP), a coalition of left-wing parties, followed closely with around 29% of the vote, as indicated by multiple exit polls from Ipsos, Ifop, OpinionWay, and Elabe.
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