Stories from France

Edouard Philippe, a declared candidate, is set to unveil his campaign team and part of his calendar this afternoon. He will also gather his supporters in Reims today. RTL previously revealed the trio leading his campaign. Former Prime Minister Edouard Philippe is holding a meeting today with cadres of his Horizon party in Reims. The event is framed as a step in his ambition to transition from party leader to head of state.

Several new French mayors, including Bali Bakayoko, Imbatra Oreo-Blanc-Ménil, and Mélissa Youssouf in Villepinte, have experienced anti-Black racism. The source stated this racism is directly linked to the history of colonial slavery.

A study demonstrates a far-right turn in current French literature, according to Monte Carlo Doualiya. The study highlights how the far-right idea, including the 'great replacement' theory, has become strongly present in the French cultural scene.

Last year in Paris, 60% of medically assisted procreations (PMA) were requested by women without male partners.

A report requested by French President Emmanuel Macron recommends prohibiting smartphones for children under 11 years old. This recommendation aims to address concerns regarding child development and digital usage.

A French political figure is aiming to finalize a program before summer and a major meeting. The program is reportedly related to a 'tight budget,' with the situation described as 'not trivial.' The individual wants the program 'finalized before summer and his big meeting.'

Pavel Durov, the founder of the messaging platform Telegram, has commented on a French investigation.

A book by Fanny Rossidacosta identifies concrete traps for highly committed individuals, including over-investment, guilt about setting limits, and difficulty saying no. The discussion focused on methods for individuals to identify these patterns in their own realities.