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Russia considers banning cellphones in schools
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Russia considers banning cellphones in schools

Several MPs have introduced an amendment to a bill, which originally allowed for the use of devices for educational purposes…
The French are desperate for a new Napoleon. Will they get one?
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The French are desperate for a new Napoleon. Will they get one?

The conqueror and emperor consistently emerges as the most popular historic personality in France By Rachel Marsden, a columnist, political strategist,…
Putin remembers ‘outstanding’ Kissinger
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Putin remembers ‘outstanding’ Kissinger

The Russian president has described the late statesman as “far-sighted” and “wise” Henry Kissinger. ©  John Lamparski/Getty Images Condolences have…
France bans government employees from WhatsApp
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France bans government employees from WhatsApp

Cabinet members must use French messaging apps, which are supposedly more secure and private than mass-market alternatives ©  Getty Images…
French Jews hiding their names – Le Figaro
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French Jews hiding their names – Le Figaro

Some are trying to keep a low profile by hiding their kippahs under caps and removing Jewish names from mailboxes…
Eurozone economy ‘stuck in the mud’ – analyst
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Eurozone economy ‘stuck in the mud’ – analyst

The region is headed for a recession, experts tell Bloomberg © Getty Images / David Madison The lingering economic downturn in…
EU media names member states against Ukrainian membership
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EU media names member states against Ukrainian membership

Austria and Hungary are among the bloc’s members expected to impede Kiev’s European integration Flags of the European Union and…
French senator arrested on suspicion of drugging female MP
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French senator arrested on suspicion of drugging female MP

Traces of ecstasy were found in a female lawmaker’s system after she’d been served a drink by Joel Guerriau at…
EU retail giant explains ‘mislabelling’ Israeli products
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EU retail giant explains ‘mislabelling’ Israeli products

The escalation of the Gaza conflict has sparked calls to shun goods linked to the Jewish state © Getty Images /…
WWI monument shifted for NATO tribute
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WWI monument shifted for NATO tribute

The memorial in Kosovo was “moved slightly” ahead of a Franco-German photo-op French and German diplomats in Kosovo mark Armistice…
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