The Eiffel Tower Thursday welcomed back visitors after The China Virus outbreak caused the Paris landmark into its longest period out of action since WWII. Visitors can access the 1,062 ft tower only via staircases until early July, with elevators off-limits for the time being because of safety considerations. In addition, visitors are not allowed […]
Coffee can do so much, it brings communities together in cafes, invigorates the workforce, and is the #1 excuse to get closer to your acquaintances. But while coffee beans look more or less identical whether grown in Ethiopia, Brazil, or Indonesia, they can be prepared in so many ways: dark roasted or light, coarsely ground […]
So, follow our guide to how to drink your way through each of France’s wine regions; Loire Valley Signature grapes: Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, Melon de Bourgogne, Cabernet Franc Known for its chateaux, Chenin Blanc, and serious amount of ‘natural’ winemakers, the Loire Valley is home to some of France’s most exciting and easily accessible […]
France with the 3rd highest rate of coronavirus infections in Europe, remains under lockdown until at least 11 May. Though some of the harshest restrictions will be lifted then, it is likely to take months before things return to normal and tourism is able to resume. So, till then, Francophiles can immerse themselves in French culture from the comfort of home. […]
Europeans are beginning to go out of doors after wks of confinement, hammered by a virus that overwhelmed some the world’s best healthcare systems and killed more than 120,000, looking find signs of normalcy. Venturing out of a lockdown looks different in Berlin than it does in Madrid as each government sets its own rules […]
$XAU $GLD $XAG $SLV $USD Gold slipped for a 3rd day running as countries moves toward easing stay at home restrictions and reopening economies lessened desires for safe-haven assets. Spain announced loosening measures after Tuesday’s weekly cabinet meeting. France’s PM to present the blueprint for opening up to the National Assembly. Several US states have […]
The virus outbreak has stabilized across the US, according to the head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Parts of the US may be ready to ease emergency measures in May, said Dr. Tony ‘Doom’ Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson praised doctors for saving his […]
Wednesday, 100’s of millions of people worldwide were adjusting to once-in-a-generation measures to battle the coronavirus crisis that is not only killing the old and vulnerable but also threatening prolonged economic misery. Younger people in France and Italy are falling seriously ill from coronavirus, a worrying development that suggests young adults are more susceptible to […]
Now there is no need to travel to France for the best food on Earth… Dubai is a city of superlatives. It has got the world’s tallest building, biggest mall and largest candy store, and now fine dining from the world’s best Chef to its list of bragging rights. Chef Mauro Colagreco is the Argentinian-born […]
High-end home values in Paris jumped last year, as wealthy buyers were drawn to the city’s good value and investment stability, according to a report Thursday from Savills in London. Values of prime properties defined as those priced at $2.2-M and up in the French capital rose 6.4% in Y 2019, compared to 4.5% during […]
Europe has some of the most picturesque coastline in the world, especially the crystal clear turquoise waters along the Mediterranean. Below are 3 European coastal towns that are worth seeing 1st hand, as follows: Biarritz, France Elegant villas and residences line the shores of Biarritz, France, while surfers cannot get enough of the wild waves […]
TIMELESS ELEGANCE AND ICONIC GLAMOUR ON THE COTE D’AZUR With a guestbook signed by everyone from Elizabeth Taylor to Winston Churchill and an enviable location overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, the palatial spread of the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel has been the epitome of Côte d’Azur chic for more than a hundred years. […]
The French call their beloved homeland “l’Hexagone” because of its distinct 6-sided shape. Each corner of France has its own unique character: the rugged and French Alps, Sun-drenched Provence, the glamorous and gorgeous Côte d’Azur coastline, and Alsace with picturesque hamlets nestled in vine-covered hills. Paris and Versailles are must-see destinations for a 1st trip to France. Other classic travel […]
At the 26th World Travel Awards, The Peninsula Paris was designated the World’s Leading Luxury Hotel, while other French winners included the champagne house G.H. Mumm, which took the prize for the best wine tourism visit. For its part, Disneyland Paris was honoured not for the quality of its theme park, but for its resort. […]
Paris’s seductive charms are legendary; inviting sidewalk cafes, gleaming boutiques, world-class museums, lots things to do, and its fabled food and restaurant scene make Paris the model of cities, beautiful, fashionable, confident, and inspiring envy at every turn. But to enjoy it you must learn how to avoid the Top 10 mistakes 1st-timers make in the […]
President Trump’s answer to impeachment: The Economy The impeachment trial of President Donald Trump has started. But our financial markets do not care much about it. In part this is because the result is certain, President Trump is exonerated. Meanwhile, the President’s twitter feed has been very active on trade. This time it was French […]
As one enters the French capital, a wave of excitement and enthusiasm drives us to experience it all as soon as we can. With elements of romance and extravagance weaved into the cafés and bars that line the Seine and the city’s elegant tree lined boulevards, the sophisticated capital is one of the world’s greatest […]
Rent a car and explore these places at your pace, sans any public transportation schedules. South of France Sure, there’s a train that can take you from Nice to Avignon, but if you want to see all that the South of France has to offer, you should rent a car. There are so many more […]
If you can manage to pull yourself away from Paris for a day, these are the quick getaways to check out. Whether you are in Paris for a few days or a few weeks, there will always be beaucoup de possibilités for endless enjoyment in the City of Lights. In fact, it’s generally quite difficult to pull yourself away from the […]
Part of the Aquitaine region in Southwest France, just 1 hour’s drive to the east of Bordeaux, Dordogne Périgord is 1 of the largest and most picturesque “départements” in France. There you will discover unspoiled nature, grandiose landscapes, and lots of magical sights teeming with history. Notably, the prehistoric caves in the Vézère valley, which prove that man has […]
Here, we have compiled a list of 5 Top trending destinations that worth the trip plus what to see, do and eat to make your visit a super success, as follows: Paris, France Paris has always topped the list of popular tourist destinations. As the capital of France, the most-visited country in the world, the […]
France’s magnificent châteaux are scattered throughout the country, these stately homes and former royal palaces are super to visit. Whether you are sipping wine it the vineyard or staying the night, you will feel like royalty. Here are the French châteaux’s that are must sees, as follows: Château de Chenonceau Spanning the river Cher in the […]
Whether you are headed to a destination with no public transportation or you just like to travel off-the-beaten-path, renting a car can be a necessary travel arrangement. And while renting a car may be an added expense, the pay-off can be big. With your own car you’re not subject to bus and train schedules and […]
$AMZN Film Writer/Director Woody Allen says that he is a “poster boy” for the controversial #MeToo movement and says he does not care that parts of Hollywood and the film industry shunned him. “I have worked with hundreds of actresses; not 1 of them has ever complained about me, not a single complaint. I have […]
France has proposed to extend to Iran a credit line of US$15 billion for oil “pre-purchases” in exchange for full compliance with the nuclear deal. According to conservative lawmaker Ali Motahari, the plan was negotiated during phone discussions between France’s President Emmanuel Macron and Iranian President Hassan Rouhani, and a recent meeting between Macron and Iran’s Foreign […]
President Trump emerges from the G-7 Summit in France as the unchallenged Leader of the free world. Republican National Committee (RNC) Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel, praised President Donald Trump’s accomplishments, and said under his leadership, “America is finally leading again.” Her comments came in a Tweet Monday night She wrote: “Under @realDonaldTrump “We are standing up to China. […]
French President Emmanuel Macron is still calling for a new global economic order, decrying an “unprecedented crisis” in the market economy in an attempt to become the leader of the EU, a failed socialist experiment that is falling apart. Amid what he calls the uncertainty of US trade policies, Mr. Macron said the market economy […]
Sunday, when President Trump said he had 2nd thoughts about escalating the trade dispute with China, he meant that he wished he had raised tariffs on Beijing even higher, the White House said. President Trump, who announced higher tariffs on Chinese goods last week, raised eyebrows during a meeting with UK PM Boris Johnson at […]
Trade deals and the reform of WTO are better than trade wars. Trade wars will lead to recession, while trade deals will boost economy, said Donald Tusk, president of the European Council, on Saturday. He called for putting a stop to trade wars, Trendreports citing Xinhua . “Trade wars among G7 members will lead to […]
*We already have points of agreement, says Zarif President Emmanuel Macron will on Friday hold talks on Iran’s contested nuclear programme with Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, the French presidency said, in a rare encounter between a Western head of state and a senior Iranian official. Macron will meet Zarif just one day before France […]
French winegrowers are on tenterhooks as they wait to see whether Donald Trump will follow through with his repeated threats to raise tariffs on French wine in retaliation for the new GAFA tax. As the leaders of the world’s richest countries gather for the G7 opening Saturday, winegrowers in host nation France fear they will […]
Monday, UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson called on France and Germany to change their position on BREXIT and negotiate a new exit deal for Britain, reiterating his stance that he is ready to leave the EU without a deal if they do not. With Britain set to leave the bloc at the end of October, […]
American tech giants Amazon, Facebook and Google joined forces on Monday to decry the French digital tax as retroactive and discriminatory. President Donald Trump is considering retaliating against the tax — approved July 11 — with punitive tariffs on French wine imports, prompting an investigation by the Office of the US Trade Representative (USTR). The […]
Eight runners were confirmed in the Prix du Haras de Fresnay-le-Buffard Jacques le Marois(Gr1), Sunday over Deauville’s straight mile. This is the 98th edition of this great summer milers’ championship, supported since 1986 by the stud farm created by Marcel Boussac in 1919, and taken over in 1980 by Stavros Niarchos. The French industrialist and the […]
Season 2 of the “Jeuxdi By ParisLongchamp” is a success. Every Thursday since May 16, these original after-work events gather on average about 8,500 racegoers, mostly students and young adults, many of whom are discovering the world of horse racing. This average attendance was multiplied by 2.4 compared to the first season in 2018. The goals […]
The favourite of the LARC Prix Maurice de Gheest (Gr1), run Sunday at Deauville over the 1,300m/6 1/2 furlongs straight course, the English raider Advertise (Showcasing) stayed on to holf off an other British visitor Brando (Pivotal), who finished like a train to take the 2nd place, beaten a neck. The winner’s timing, 1’15”4, is just over one second worse than the […]
Do not assume that the best beaches in France are all on the Cote d’Asure . The Rivera coastline does have terrific beaches, you do not want to pass the Normandy shore or the Bay of Biscay when planning your French Summer getaway. Apart from historical hotspots and hidden islands to the playgrounds of Europe’s elite, here […]
Franche Comté is very rich in castles of all architectural styles. And Burgundy boasts some of France’s most spectacular castles, with more than 70 buildings to explore. From Renaissance chateaux to survivors from the days before the Revolution or other more intimate castles, in Burgundy, there is something for every taste. Below are 2 of […]
United States: The breakdown of votes in the US Electoral College after reapportionment based on the 2010 census. The United States Electoral College is an example of a system in which an Executive President is indirectly elected, with electors representing the 50 states and the Federal District of Columbia Each state has a number of electors equal to its Congressional representation in […]
Tuesday, EU powers accused Iran of “pursuing activities inconsistent with its commitments” under a Y 2015 nuclear deal and called for an urgent meeting of the parties to the agreement to discuss Tehran’s compliance. Britain, Germany, France, Russia, China and Iran are the remaining parties to the deal – known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan […]
$RACE FLASH: Ferrari Denied Review of Controversial Penalty That Undid Its Canadian Grand Prix Win Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) primed to win at France GP this weekend. The FIA-appointed stewards held a hearing for Ferrari’s request to review the penalty given to Sebastian Vettel at the Canadian Grand Prix that cost him the race win. The team was represented […]
$RACE Ferrari’s (NYSE:RACE) Progress: Sebastian Vettel’s 2nd place in Monaco was The Scuderia’s best result in this season F1 campaign. But, they were the 3rd-fastest around the streets of Monaco, behind MercedesAMG and Red Bull Racing. This is way away from pre-season expectations of being title contenders. The Big Q: Do any of the upcoming […]
The French tire maker, Michelin created the “Michelin Man” mascot back in Y 1894. But its most famous global brand is the highly respected Michelin Guide which is updated each year. Originally created in Y 1900 to stimulate demand for cars and tires, the Michelin Guide provided motorists with maps, tire repair instructions, hotels and gasoline […]
A gaping hole left by Notre Dame’s fallen spire was still burning and sparks were spilling down from the cathedral’s vaulted ceilings more than 5 hours a fire broke out near the Top of the Gothic landmark in Paris. An Associated Press reporter entered the cathedral late Monday while French President Emmanuel Macron was visiting […]
Protesters from the ‘yellow vest‘ movement are on the streets of France for a 21st weekend running, with 1000’s gathered for a march across Paris. Paris police have fine-tuned their strategy of being more mobile and proactive to counter eventual violence since the 1st Saturday of protests on 17 November. The Champs-Elysees is off-limits to […]
Saturday, some yellow vest protesters clashed with French police firing tear gas after a peaceful march through Paris, as tougher security measures and protest bans in high-risk neighborhoods prevented the rioting that devastated the capital a week ago. The 4-month-old movement drew bigger crowds Saturday than in recent weeks, even though last weekend’s violence hurt […]
$DIA, $SPY, $QQQ, $RUTX, $VXX FLASH: Wall Street saw investors take profits Friday, with the benchmark S&P 500 index falling nearly 2% as weak factory data from the US, France and Germany led to an inversion of US Treasury yields, fueling fears of a global economic downturn. A weaker-than-expected Markit PMI reading of US factory […]
FLASH: President Macron to deploy soldiers to keep order during yellow vest protests. French President Emmanuel Macron, 41 anni, announced that soldiers will be deployed across the country to help maintain security during yellow vest protests planned this weekend. Mr. Macron said the military will secure government buildings and other sites to allow police forces […]
French ‘yellow vests’ are protesting for a 16th weekend running in Paris and other cities to show they are still mobilized against the Macron government’s economic policies they see as favoring the rich. In Paris, protesters gathered Saturday at the Arc de Triomphe monument as a march was planned through the well-off western neighborhoods of […]
French yellow vest protest organizers are trying to tamp down violence and anti-Semitism in the movement’s ranks as they launch a 15th straight weekend of demonstrations. Hundreds of people gathered Saturday at the Arc de Triomphe monument for a march through prime Paris neighborhoods to protest President Macron’s government policies they see as favoring the […]
FLASH: French police fired tear gas to disperse protesters who threw projectiles and set bins on fire in Paris, Lyon and Bordeaux on Saturday, as the 14th straight weekend of “yellow vest” protests took a violent turn Saturday afternoon. The failed socialist EU experiment under siege French far-right leader Marine Le Pen feels she is […]
A French yellow vest protester’s hand was ripped apart Saturday during violent clashes in Paris as demonstrators tried to storm the French National Assembly in a 13th week runnning of unrest. Police said the injured protester lost 4 fingers as police swooped in to stop protesters from breaching the parliament’s exterior. Police could not confirm […]
French President Emmanuel Macron, 40 anni, appears to be clawing back support as he works to quell the yellow vest protest movement with a national political debate. Recent polls by Ifop, BVA and Harris Interactive institutes show Macron’s approval ratings rising – from 23 to 31% in December to 31 to 35% now. But President […]
France’s ‘yellow vest’ protesters are taking to the streets to keep pressure on French President Emmanuel Macron’s government, for the 12th weekend running of demonstrations. Multiple protests are planned Saturday in Paris and other cities to denounce Mr. Macron’s economic policies, seen by critics as favoring the rich. This week, demonstrators in the French capital […]
Thousands of demonstrators will take to the streets across France this weekend in protest at French President Emmanuel Macron’s policies. More than 2 months after starting their revolt over fuel tax increases, ‘yellow vest‘ protesters remain mobilized and have called for an 11th weekend running of protests. About 100,000 people protested last weekend, around the […]
Hundreds of protesters inspired by France’s ‘Yellow Vest’ movement are rallying in Britain, drawing attention to government austerity programs that have hit the poor hard. Wearing yellow vests with slogans such as “Britain is Broken” written on the back, the demonstrators marched in London to demand that politicians pay attention to their plight rather than […]
Hundreds of protesters are breathing new life into France’s apparently waning ‘yellow vest’ movement with marches in Paris and gatherings in other cities, in the 1st demonstration of the new year. Authorities warn that they will not tolerate illegal acts. French security forces fired tear gas and flash-balls after a march through central Paris went […]
At least three people have been killed and 12 others injured in a shooting incident in the northeastern French city of Strasbourg, close to one of the oldest and biggest Christmas markets in Europe. The suspect had engaged police in a shootout before fleeing the scene and is still on the run. According to some […]
Shops shuttered in the run-up to Christmas, chaos on the roads: France’s “yellow vest” protests are dealing a blow to the economy which the finance minister says is no less than a “catastrophe”. As riots flared in Paris on Saturday, Livio Forte, a tourist from New York, could only watch on as police trucks lined […]
Macron No Where to be Seen as Violent Protests Loom in France The Big Q: When will he resign? As anti-government protests rage through France and Paris locks down, fearing new riots, the man whose presidency has unleashed the anger is nowhere to be seen. French President Emmanuel Macron, 40 anni, has stayed out of […]
French Student Unrest Gathers Momentum French student protests intensified Tuesday, with various incidents around the country of demonstrators setting buildings on fire, and of violent clashes with police. Over the course of this week, students have gradually started to get involved in the so-called “yellow vests” protests against President Emmanuel Macron, 40 anni. Local authorities […]
Macron’s Government Staggering, as Riots Engulf Paris State of insurrection as fuel tax riots engulf central Paris Rioters ran wild across central Paris Saturday, torching cars and buildings, looting shops, smashing windows and clashing with police in the worst unrest in more than 10 years, posing a dire challenge to Emmanuel Macron’s flagging Presidency. The […]
Louvre Abu Dhabi Attracted 1-M Visitors in 1st Year The art museum is reported to be unveiling the world’s most expensive painting for its anniversary celebrations Art museum Louvre Abu Dhabi welcomed more than a million visitors in its 1st year, its owners said Saturday. UAE residents made up 40% of the visitors at the […]
Florida to Recount of Votes in its Races for the US Senate and Governor Florida will hold a machine recount of votes in its races for the US Senate and Governor, with results due by 3:00p (2000 GMT) on Thursday, 15 November, its Secretary of State said Saturday. The 2 contests, along with those for […]
Iran says it is Selling all of the Crude Oil it Needs to Despite US Sanctions $OIL, $USO Tuesday, Iran said it had so far been able to sell as much Crude Oil as it needs despite US pressure, but it urged European countries opposed to US sanctions to do more to shield Iran. Monday, […]
When ‘On the Road’ Eat Well, Be Well Life’s regular schedules do not align with traveling, as the stress and upside down hours play havoc with our body. So, forget about fitting in regular workout between museum tours and activities. But, hang on, we can still eat well even when we are on the road, […]
BREXIT Deal Getting Closer A European Union (EU) chief says the chances of Britain and the bloc striking a BREXT deal are rising, amid reports the two sides are moving closer on the fraught issue of the Irish border. European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker told Austrian newspapers in comments published Saturday that “the rapprochement potential […]
The French government on Monday unveiled billions of euros in tax relief for businesses alongside further budget cuts, as President Emmanuel Macron struggles to deliver more jobs and higher growth as promised. The former investment banker’s poll ratings have dived in recent weeks as growth has slowed despite a series of reforms presented as unavoidable […]
Prix du Moulin de Longchamp (Gr1) The 4-year-old Recoletos (Whipper) won his second Group 1, Sunday, September 9 at ParisLongchamp in the Prix du Moulin de Longchamp (Gr1). Second in the QIPCO Prix du Jockey Club (Gr1) at 3, Recoletos was bred by the Spanish Hinojosa family, whose stud is based in Normandy. Before his […]
Coffee Around the World Since coffee beans were discovered in Kaffa, Ethiopia, to its popularization in Yemen, where it got its start as a brewed beverage, coffee has become the most celebrated social drink in the world. Whether you prefer a cup of strong black, a diary-infused local specialty, or a spicy creation, coffee drinkers […]
France’s Socialist Experiment Has Collapsed Its Economy “This is going to be a real bloodbath for the state and the public services,” French President Emmanuel Macron’s government must tackle social spending in the next wave of its reforms even though France will face a weaker growth outlook in next year. Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said […]
Great Weekend for Godolphin in France and UK G2 Prix du Calvados at Deauville France Beyond Reason successfully stepped up in class to land an impressive victory in the seven-furlong G2 Prix du Calvados at Deauville France, on Saturday, 18 August. The two-year-old filly, with William Buick in the saddle, made all the running for […]
France: #DarleySeries Sees Europe’s Best 2yos The toast of Europe’s new generation is meeting in Deauville in the Darley Prix Morny (Gr1), final leg of the #DarleySeries. Nine 2-year-old colts and fillies have been confirmed on the 6 furlongs straight course. Naturally there are the winners of the two previous #DarleySeries, namely Signora Cabello (Camacho), […]
The Most Beautiful Mediterranean Islands A holiday on the Mediterranean Sea features islands of romance, classic European culture, exotic food, and picturesque beaches. Italy, Greece, and France dominate the Med, but you may be surprised at the other islands that can offer a vacation just as luxurious. Below you will find the 5 very beautiful […]
Car, Gun, Money: Scandal over Macron’s ex-Aide Grips France Alexandre Benalla never held the nuclear codes. Alexandre Benalla never lived in a 300-sqm apartment Alexandre Benalla was never my lover,” The fancy car, the luxury address, the gun. How and why a security aide to French President Emmanuel Macron , 40 anni, obtained them are […]
France Racing: Deauville Barrière The Deauville Barrière meeting begins this weekend with two high class cards including a Group 1 and three Group 3 events. On Sunday, the Prix Rothschild (Gr1) opens the ball of the five Groups 1 run every Summer in Deauville. A mile race open to fillies and mares aged 3yo and […]
President Trump Congratulated France for World Cup Victory France beat Croatia 4-2 in the final to claim its 2nd World Cup victory. Us President Donald Trump offered his congratulations to France, and … to the event’s hostRussian President Vladimir Putin. Donald J. Trump ✔@realDonaldTrump Congratulations to France, who played extraordinary soccer, on winning the 2018 World Cup. […]
Galileo and Coolmore Continue Global Dominance Victory in the G1 Grand Prix de Saint-Cloud for Waldgeist (4c Galileo-Waldlerche, by Monsun) headed a haul of three European Group-race wins for the incredible Galileo on Sunday. The progressive four-year-old provided trainer Andre Fabre with an amazing eighth success in the Saint-Cloud showpiece when holding off the high-class […]
President Trump Set to Destroy the Crumbling European Union Recently, US President Donald Trump proposed French President Emmanuel Macron leave the European Union, suggesting he would get a better bilateral trade deal for France in return European officials told reporters the President approached the subject during a private meeting at the White House with President Macron […]
France: ARQANA August Yearling Sale Further underlining the quality of a selection that hails from the top French and European nurseries, this year has seen a plethora of exciting performances from previous graduates, not least 2016 sales topper MAGIC WAND who captured the Gr.2 Ribblesdale Stakes at Royal Ascot last week in dazzling style. She […]
‘Peu’ Macron Now Trying His Hands at Destroying Europe Emmanuel Macron said populism is spreading across the continent “like leprosy” sparking fury from Italy’s new anti-establishment government as cracks within the EU deepen. French President Emmanuel Macron has launched an astonishing attack on the populist, nationalist, and traditionally conservative political parties rising in Europe, angering […]
F1: France Welcomes the Gran Prix Back to Provence $RACE France returns to the F1 calendar for 1st time since Y 2008; Sunday’s race race starts to avoid World Cup conflict. F1 itself has always carried a strong French flavor, as it hosted the 1st-ever Gran Prix in Y 1906 and ‘gran prix’ means ‘grand […]
F1: Sebastian Vettel, “Ferrari Confident for F1 Triple Header” $RACE Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) favorites for French GP this weekend, and next and next. Thus starts 5 Grands Prix in the next 6 weeks, the busiest time for F 1 in Y 2018, kicking off with a return to France for the 1st time in 10 years. Sebastian […]
24 Hours of Le Mans: Results for 2018 $TM, $RACE, $F, $VLKAY Qualifying results placed the 2 Toyota TS050 Hybrids on the Pole and #2 starting positions for the race, which began Saturday at 9:00a EDT and ended Sunday at the same time with the same 2 cars on Top the field.The 2018 running of the 24 Hours of […]
Socialist EU Cracked, Crumbling from Inside Europe has relied on the US for protection and economic support, and now The Trump Administration has sanctioned the single currency bloc for refusing to level playing field on trade and unfair trade practices Friday, US President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on European steel and aluminum, dismissing Europe’s pleas, […]
“Floods of People” Protest Policies of French President Dozens of French labor unions, left-wing political parties and civil rights groups are calling for “floods of people” at demonstrations opposing the pro-business policies of French President Emmanuel Macron. Thousands of protesters were gathering in Paris Saturday for an afternoon march being held under tight security. Marches […]
German Firms Aligning With US on Iran Nuclear Exit, Macron in the Cold $VLKAY, $SIEGY, $BASFY, $EADSY Just a bit ago US Ambassador to Germany Richard Grenell faced backlash for a tweet calling on German companies to cut ties with Iran, a new report says the nation’s countries are starting to cut ties after President Trump announced […]
Sanctions Notwithstanding, Trade Flourishing with Russia Thursday, the WS-J reported that trading in the West with Russia has skyrocketed despite economic sanctions. The US and the largest nations in the EU, including France and Germany have recorded exports to, and imports from, Russia surging in Y 2017 after 3 years of decline according to the […]
Muslim Refugee Burned Holocaust Survivor to Death in Paris A man was arrested after the body of an 85-year-old Holocaust survivor was found in her incinerated Paris apartment with 11 stab wounds. French-Jewish groups are calling on police to find out if the crime was anti-Semitic. Authorities have refused to name the suspect but there […]
Bitcoin Fell to $9,500 On Regulatory Concerns $BTCUSD, $CBOE Wednesday, Bitcoin fell to $9,500, that is 1/2 its value from its peak price, on investors fears regulators could clamp down on the cryptocurrency. Currently, Bitcoin is trading at: 11,159.9951, -95.00, or -0.84%, as of 9:45p GMT, the market is open. The price of Bitcoin, the world’s biggest […]
Travel Warning: Paris is a Dangerous City Macron has failed France The levels of drug-related crime in parts of the Paris Metro have seemingly spiralled so out-of-control that train drivers are refusing to stop at certain stations. The Unsa RATP union, which represents the Paris Metro and bus network, has sent a letter to Gerard […]
Sweden is set to release a modern version of a 1940s guide on how to cope with war, with the creators citing the threats of climate change and terrorist attacks, according to local media. The government originally distributed the ‘Om kriget kommer’ (If War Comes) booklet to Swedes at the height of World War II […]
Terrorism Plagues Europe Germany German intelligence chief Hans-Georg Maassen has said that the security services are facing a record numer of Islamists. The news comes as world leaders announce the defeat of ISIS in Iraq and Syria, potentially prompting an exodus of fighters. The number of Islamist sympathizers is at an “an all-time high”, Maassen, […]
Europe Suffers as Cultural Marxism at the EU Intensifies The European Union is a “disaster” and a “danger” for Europe that has no place in its future, leaders of European parties said at a gathering in Prague. They also vowed to develop cooperation outside the EU structures. “Because we love Europe, we accuse the EU […]
France’s Macron Takes Europe’s Center Stage, Germany’s Merkel Stumbles He has a big head and bigger ideas French President Emmanuel Macron, 39 anni, looks like the best hope to salvage a unified Europe, as Britain drifts away and Germany get mired. The role of Knight in shining armor is one Macron relishes, whether he’s standing […]
Gold Leaf From Napoleon’s Coronation Crown Sold at Auction A Golden laurel leaf cut from the crown of French emperor Napoleon Bonaparte in Y 1804 was auctioned in France Sunday. The 10-gram decoration, worth less than $500 if melted down for its metal, was expected to fetch around 300X that, auctioneer Jean-Pierre Osenat said. But it […]
Merkel Will Bring a New Wave of Refugees Europe may face a second wave of migration as the situation in refugee camps in Africa and the Middle East is only getting worse, the head of the UN World Food Programme said. He added there is a clear link between hunger and migration. Living conditions, mostly […]
Refugees Destroy Sweden Remember when Trump said look at Sweden, well lets take a look. The number of such crimes as sexual assault or mugging has reached its highest level in Sweden over more than a decade, a governmental survey says. The major increase in the crime rates comes in the years following the refugee […]
The French parliament has approved a new controversial anti-terrorism law, replacing the soon-to-expire two-year state of emergency. The new legislation has prompted fears it will severely limit civil liberties. The French are being punished for the crimes of the Muslim Immigrants that the Government brought to the Nation. Macron should have moved to stop the […]
Dubai’s DP World Unit, IGY Marinas to Build Superyacht Marina Project The project in France will offer 12 Superyacht berths for the world’s largest vessels Dubai port operator DP World’s subsidiary P&O Marinas and international marina operator and developer IGY Marinas have announced a new Superyacht marina project in the South of France. The project […]