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A viral video shows the French first lady shoving President Macron in the face, making headlines alongside other major stories such as political developments, international relations, and celebrity court mentions.
French diver Alexis Jandard suffered a fall off the diving board in front of President Macron during an Olympic pool inauguration, jokingly referencing a movie quote and assuring everyone that he was not seriously hurt despite red marks on his back. Jandard, an experienced diver, won medals at World Championships and competed in the 2020 Olympic Games, and was performing at the inauguration of the Olympic Aquatic Centre in the Paris suburb of Saint-Denis.
France is mobilizing 7,000 soldiers and raising its alert status to "emergency attack" level following the stabbing death of a teacher in Arras by a former student with a history of Islamic radicalization. President Macron described the attack as "Islamist terrorism" and ordered the deployment of soldiers from the Sentinelle force. The attacker, an 18-year-old of Chechen origin, was arrested at the scene. In response to the incident, Macron visited the school and called for unity against terrorism. Additionally, a second security incident occurred when a 24-year-old man, known to be radicalized, was arrested for carrying a knife outside a mosque in Limay.
King Charles and President Macron are set to strengthen their personal bond and rebuild ties between Britain and France during Charles' royal visit to France. The visit will include symbolic moments such as inspecting the site of the Notre-Dame fire and visiting Versailles and Bordeaux. The relationship between the two leaders has been bolstered by their shared interest in climate and heritage, as well as their communications over Notre-Dame. The visit aims to mend the strained relations caused by Brexit and recent political tensions, with discussions planned on international issues and climate change.
The killing of a teenager in a Paris suburb has sparked nationwide unrest in France, putting President Macron in a difficult position. The article explores the reasons behind the disquiet and its implications for the president, who is facing pressure from both political sides. Additionally, the podcast discusses concerns about rising wages and the potential for a "wage-price spiral" during times of high inflation, as well as the intriguing research on creating burgers from extinct animals.