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2024-12-02 15:33 Science 0212 Source link

With political turmoil in France kicking into high gear, we take a look at the ins-and-outs of Article 49.3, the French constitutional measure that allows the government to pass legislation without a parliamentary vote. We discuss which prime ministers have used it the most, the reasons for using it, and what the government risks every … Read more

They were just a trickle first, but then hundreds of workers at VW’s factory in Hanover, Germany, came walking out of Gate 3 in large swaths, waving signs reading “We are ready for strike!” and the red flags of Germany’s powerful metalworkers’ union, IG Metall. The Hanover plant is where VW produces light commercial vehicles, … Read more

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier is expected to use a constitutional tool to force through parliament the social security bill of the 2025 budget, leaving him vulnerable to a no-confidence vote by the opposition. Source link

Morning Joe hosts Mika Brzezinski and Joe Scarborough drew criticism from many and praise from some for visiting President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. Following that thousands of viewers stopped watching the show. The timing couldn’t have been worse. Parent company Comcast is to spin off a portfolio of cable networks that include MSNBC and CNBC. … Read more

As France’s far-right National Rally threatens to force the collapse of PM Michel Barnier’s government, save for a “last minute miracle”, FRANCE 24’s Genie Godula welcomes Paul Smith, Associate Professor in French History and Politics at the University of Nottingham. While Professor Smith asserts that “Le Pen is provoking a crisis to deflect attention” from … Read more

A French photographer spoke to FRANCE 24 of his latest project in the US. Nicola Vigilanti’s exhibition and book – Grainy America – aim to explore the land of opportunity to showcase its people as they live their daily lives by stripping away the layers that make up US society in an attempt to understand … Read more

2024-12-02 13:38 Between Us – What is the 49.3? Source link

Insurgents launched a surprise two-pronged attack on Aleppo last week reigniting Syria’s civil war and opening up another violent front in the Middle East with the possibility of drawing Russia and Turkey into the conflict. Source link

A left-wing cross-party initiative in Germany has been launched to decriminalize abortion in the early stages of pregnancy. Polls show public support, but conservative lawmakers are opposed. Source link