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France's Justice Minister Eric Dupond-Moretti was indicted on Friday over a possible conflict of interest. — Courtesy file photo
France's justice minister indicted over alleged conflict of interest
PARIS — France's Justice Minister Eric Dupond-Moretti was indicted on Friday over a possible conflict of interest. The French-Italian politician has been accused of illegal interests, related to his previous work as a lawyer. Authorities accuse Dupond-Moretti of taking advantage of his position as justice minister to settle scores with magistrates he had clashed with during his former profession. He denies the allegations and has accused unions of "political maneuvering" the case to remove him from office. The minister was put under examination by the French Court of Justice (CJR) and questioned for six hours on Friday. Dupond-Moretti left the court without providing a statement on the charge.Before the hearing, he had told reporters that "the minister of justice is...
July 16, 2021

France's justice minister indicted over alleged conflict of interest

The iconic Parisian landmark has been inactive for the last nine months in line with restrictions set out during the COVID-19 pandemic — but will begin accepting visitors again from Friday. — Courtesy file photo
Eiffel Tower reopens after its longest closure since World War II
PARIS — The Eiffel Tower has reopened for business after its longest period of closure since World War II. The iconic Parisian landmark has been inactive for the last nine months in line with restrictions set out during the COVID-19 pandemic — but will begin accepting visitors again from Friday. It won't be completely back to normal just yet as the 'Iron Lady' will only be accepting 13,000 people a day (around half the usual capacity) to help maintain social distancing. From next Wednesday, visitors will also be required to show either proof of a COVID-19 vaccination or a negative test. This is due to the French government's recent announcement on restrictions."Obviously, it's an additional operational complication, but it's manageable," said...
July 16, 2021

Eiffel Tower reopens after its longest closure since World War II

Torrential rain and flooding have left more than 100 people dead and hundreds missing in western Europe, with Germany bearing the brunt of the worst natural disaster in living memory. — Courtesy photo
More than 100 dead in Germany-Belgium floods as hundreds still missing
BRUSSELS — Torrential rain and flooding have left more than 100 people dead and hundreds missing in western Europe, with Germany bearing the brunt of the worst natural disaster in living memory. At least 50 people have died in Germany's Rhineland-Palatinate state, nine of whom were living at an assisted-living facility for people with disabilities. A further 43 people have died in North Rhine-Westphalia, according to local authorities who say the toll could rise further. In Belgium, broadcaster RTBF reported another 12 people had died. France, the Netherlands, and Switzerland have also been hit by flooding. Merkel shocked by 'catastrophe' It's one of the worst natural disasters Germany has experienced since the Second World War. Many towns and villages have been...
July 16, 2021

More than 100 dead in Germany-Belgium floods as hundreds still missing

At least 54 people have died due to severe flooding in Western Europe, caused by what experts described as the heaviest rainfall in a century. — Courtesy photo
'Worst rain in a century' kills dozens in Western Europe
BERLIN — At least 54 people have died due to severe flooding in Western Europe, caused by what experts described as the heaviest rainfall in a century.Up to 70 people are missing in Germany after flash floods swept across western and southern parts of the country, causing buildings to collapse, police said Thursday. Germany is the worst hit with 49 people killed, while six people died in Belgium. Luxembourg and the Netherlands are also affected."In some areas we have not seen this much rainfall in 100 years," Andreas Friedrich, a German weather service spokesman, told CNN. He added that "in some areas, we've seen more than double the amount of rainfall which has caused flooding and unfortunately some building structures to collapse."The German regions of North...
July 16, 2021

'Worst rain in a century' kills dozens in Western Europe

European employers can ban workers from wearing any visible sign of their political, philosophical or religious beliefs, the EU's top court ruled on Thursday. — Courtesy file photo
Employers can ban workers from wearing headscarves or religious symbols: Top EU court
BRUSSELS — European employers can ban workers from wearing any visible sign of their political, philosophical or religious beliefs, the EU's top court ruled on Thursday. The ruling from the European Court of Justice (ECJ) states that the ban "may be justified by the employer's need to present itself in a neutral manner to customers or to prevent social conflicts." It stresses, however, that it must also "meet a genuine need on the part of the employer" and that court in individual member states may take into account "the specific context" in their country, "and, in particular, more favorable national provisions concerning the protection of freedom of religion." It confirms a similar ruling made in 2017 that allowed employers to enforce a...
July 15, 2021

Employers can ban workers from wearing headscarves or religious symbols: Top EU court

More than 30 people have lost their lives amid flooding in Germany and Belgium following days of heavy rain. — Courtesy photo
More than 30 dead after floods in Germany and Belgium
BRUSSELS — More than 30 people have lost their lives amid flooding in Germany and Belgium following days of heavy rain. Precipitation across western Europe has led to many rivers overflowing in Belgium, France Germany, the Netherlands, and Switzerland. Merkel shocked by catastrophe Authorities in the Euskirchen district, in the western German state of North Rhine-Westphalia, revealed on Thursday morning that eight people are known to have died. It said that the situation in several locations "is very critical" with rescues underway. Communication, including internet and telephone connections, is restricted with the 112 emergency number "not reachable". Police in Koblenz, in the western German state of Rhineland-Palatinate, said on Thursday afternoon that the...
July 15, 2021

More than 30 dead after floods in Germany and Belgium

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen
EU unveils sweeping climate change plan
BRUSSELS — The European Union has announced that the transport sector must cut greenhouse gases by 90 percent by 2050 in order to meet the goals of the European Green Deal. As part of a raft of new legislation, announced on Wednesday, passenger cars - which are responsible for around 12 percent of total EU emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2) — that run on fossil fuels like petrol and diesel will be completely phased out by 2035. Consequently, all new cars registered as of 2035 will be zero-emission. Brussels plans to revamp the bloc's infrastructure to stimulate the uptake of electric vehicles, with new regulations ensuring that all EU citizens can recharge and refuel their vehicles anywhere in the bloc. The undertaking will be arduous: by the end of 2020, there were only some...
July 14, 2021

EU unveils sweeping climate change plan

 Pope Francis was discharged from Gemelli University Hospital in Rome on Wednesday, 10 days after undergoing surgery for colon diverticulitis. — Courtesy file photo
Pope Francis leaves hospital after undergoing surgery
ROME — Pope Francis was discharged from Gemelli University Hospital in Rome on Wednesday, 10 days after undergoing surgery for colon diverticulitis.In response to questions from journalists, Vatican spokesperson Matteo Bruni said the pontiff was discharged shortly after 10:30 a.m. local time (4:30 a.m. ET).Bruni added that before returning to the Vatican, the Pope went to the Basilica of Saint Mary Major where in front of the icon of the Virgin Mary Salus Populi Romani -- he expressed his gratitude for the success of his surgery and offered a prayer for all the sick, especially those he had met during his stay in hospital. Shortly before midday, he returned to Casa Santa Marta.On Sunday, the 84-year-old conducted his weekly Angelus prayer from hospital — appearing publicly for the...
July 14, 2021

Pope Francis leaves hospital after undergoing surgery

People who resort to racial abuse of football players will not be allowed to attend matches in the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Wednesday. — Courtesy photo
UK PM Johnson announces football ban for online racists
LONDON — People who resort to racial abuse of football players will not be allowed to attend matches in the United Kingdom, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced on Wednesday.“You will not be going to the match — no ifs, no buts,” the prime minister told abusive supporters, in the House of Commons, after pressure from the opposition Labour to adopt the motion.Earlier, Johnson had outlined to parliament the measures he was taking to try to tackle the online abuse after hosting the heads of social media companies at his Downing Street residence on Tuesday.The UK prime minister said the government is "taking practical steps to ensure that the football banning order regime is changed"."I repeat that I utterly condemn and abhor the racist outpourings that we saw on...
July 14, 2021

UK PM Johnson announces football ban for online racists

French Ambassador to the Kingdom Ludovic Pouille.
'Despite pandemic, Saudi-French ties kept strengthening in all sectors'
Today, for the second consecutive year, we are celebrating the French national day in an exceptional context. However, although the pandemic remains a reality, with the appearance of new variants, our countries have learned to live with it and significant progress has been made. In France as well as in Saudi Arabia, the vaccination campaign has progressed well and gives hope for a return to normality. France has already fully resumed issuing Schengen visas to Saudi citizens and the Kingdom is now on the green list of countries considered to have a low risk of infection.I was pleased to notice that for many Saudis, their first trip since the beginning of the crisis will be to France. This friendship reflects the special relationship that has united France and Saudi Arabia for several...
July 14, 2021

'Despite pandemic, Saudi-French ties kept strengthening in all sectors'

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