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France is witnessing a rising wave of kidnappings aimed at cryptocurrency entrepreneurs. The situation is not only damaging the country’s reputation but is also becoming a political issue, impacting the government and a potential 2027 presidential contender. What Happened: A recent increase...

President-elect Donald Trump is in Paris for his first international trip since winning back the presidency, where he joined world leaders and dignitaries in celebrating the reopening of the Notre Dame Cathedral following its restoration after a devastating fire in 2019. French President Emmanuel...

Netflix Inc. (NASDAQ:NFLX) is currently under investigation for potential tax fraud in France and the Netherlands. What Happened: The offices of the streaming giant were searched by investigators on Tuesday morning as part of a preliminary inquiry into alleged tax fraud and money laundering,...

Tesla’s Chinese rivals slammed the proposed European Union tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs) during Paris Car Show. The situation has raised concerns about increased costs for consumers and potential impacts on the automotive market. What Happened: The European Union’s...

Over the centuries, Olympics traditions linking sports and culture include the torch relay, the Olympic flame that's always lit, the Parade of Nations and the release of birds of peace, which dates back to the revived Olympics in 1896. Who can forget one of the most stirring moments in Olympic...

The high-speed rail system in France, the host of the 2024 Summer Olympics, was the target of coordinated arson attacks on Friday ahead of the event’s opening ceremony. What Happened: The attacks were carried out on Friday morning. French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal divulged information...

PGA Tour golfer Scottie Scheffler is soon to compete in his first Olympic games and hopes to get a win to complement his strong 2024 season. What Happened: Scheffler has been dominant in the 2024 PGA Tour season, winning six tournaments, including the Players Championship and the Masters. In 16...

If re-elected in November, Donald Trump would reportedly withdraw the United States from the Paris climate accord for the second time. Politico reported, citing a campaign spokesperson, that conservatives have spent years preparing for Trump’s withdrawal from the global agreement aimed at...

Japanese automaker Toyota Motor Corporation (NYSE:TM) is reportedly planning to end its substantial sponsorship deal with the International Olympic Committee after the upcoming Paris Olympics. What Happened: Toyota’s sponsorship agreement, which commenced with the Pyeongchang 2018 Winter...

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has stirred up controversy with his comments about the cities of Paris and London, claiming they have become “unrecognizable” due to their openness to “jihad.” What Happened: These remarks were made by Trump during a campaign rally in...

The United States Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm, has expressed concerns about China’s overwhelming control of the global supply chain for critical minerals. What Happened: Granholm voiced her apprehensions during the International Energy Agency’s 2024 Ministerial Meeting in...

A pseudonymous NFT entrepreneur known as Gmoney borrowed $1 million as a 180-day loan in tokenized U.S. dollars (USDC) using his prized Ape Punk #8219 as collateral on the Gondi lending platform. This is the first time a high-value single asset has been used to secure such a loan, according to the...

The world-renowned “Mona Lisa” painting in the Louvre Museum was the latest target of climate activists who splattered it with canned soup among weekend visitors. What Happened: The protest took place on Sunday when two women bypassed the protective barrier around the artwork and...

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne has resigned, clearing the path for a cabinet reshuffle by President Emmanuel Macron. What Happened: Borne submitted the government’s resignation, which was subsequently accepted by Macron. This has led to speculation about who might...

Ledger CEO Pascal Gauthier announced the company will trim 12% (almost 80 employees) from the ranks of its more than 700 employees. The Paris-based, crypto security company will consider local employment laws related to employees' departure. What Happened: “Macroeconomic...