Domain: lefigaro.fr

French daily newspaper

Le Figaro is a French daily morning newspaper founded in 1826. It was named after Figaro, a character in a play by polymath Beaumarchais (1732–1799); one of his lines became the paper's motto: "Without the freedom to criticise, there is no flattering praise".

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Trump Administration Offers Mass Resignation Plan for Federal Employees

The Trump administration proposed allowing federal employees to resign with eight months' pay and benefits until September, potentially saving $100 billion according to Elon Musk, who supports the plan which reflects Trump's campaign promises and aligns with Musk's management style of significant wo...

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Pas-de-Calais Floods: Soaring Insurance Premiums Expose Climate Change Costs

One year after devastating floods in Pas-de-Calais, France, most victims received compensation, but many face sharply increased insurance premiums, with some municipalities experiencing increases exceeding €100,000, while others have had their contracts canceled. This highlights growing concerns ove...

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Boeing Posts $11.82 Billion Net Loss in 2024 Amidst Production Issues

Boeing reported a $11.82 billion net loss for 2024, down from a $2.22 billion loss in 2023, due to production quality problems, a 50-day strike, and reduced aircraft deliveries (348 in 2024, the lowest since 2021).

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Michelin CEO Highlights France's Manufacturing Competitiveness Decline

Michelin CEO Florent Menagaux testified before the French Senate on January 24, 2024, highlighting the declining competitiveness of French and European manufacturing due to high energy costs, taxes, and the large gap between gross and net salaries, using production cost comparisons between Asia, the...

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\"French Unemployment Surges, Reaching 3.1 Million in Category A at Year's End\"\

France's unemployment rose sharply at the end of 2024, with 3,138,200 in category A and 5,495,100 in categories A, B, and C, increases of 3.9% and 1.7% respectively over the quarter. Youth unemployment increased most significantly, indicating a potential economic downturn. The Insee projects unemplo...

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German Activists Protest Elon Musk's Controversial Gesture

A German activist group projected Elon Musk's controversial arm gesture, interpreted by some as a Nazi salute, onto his Tesla factory near Berlin on Thursday, protesting his support for Germany's AfD party and his recent controversial statements about German leaders. The police have been informed.

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Spain's Economy Surges to 3.2% Growth in 2024

Spain's economy grew by 3.2% in 2024, exceeding expectations, driven by robust exports, household consumption, and record tourism (94 million foreign visitors), outperforming most European neighbors and marking a strong recovery from the pandemic.

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France's Corporate Surtax Sparks Debate Amidst Budgetary Pressures

The French government is implementing a surtax on corporate income tax for large companies to reduce the public deficit, a move criticized by LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault as a "tax on Made in France" that could lead to business relocation. The government defends the measure as necessary, while also anno...

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Baltic Sea Cable Sabotage: Suspect Vessel Seized, Joint Investigation Launched

A new undersea data cable between Sweden and Latvia was sabotaged in Swedish territorial waters, prompting a joint investigation by Sweden, Latvia, and NATO; a suspect ship was seized, and while data transmission was disrupted, alternative solutions minimized impact on end-users.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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France Considers Ban on Unsolicited Telemarketing

The French National Assembly is considering a bill to ban unsolicited commercial phone calls, shifting to an 'opt-in' consent model, aiming to combat fraud related to public aid programs while raising concerns about job losses in the direct sales sector.

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French Ministers Urge EU to Adjust Auto CO2 Emission Standards

Three French ministers—of Ecological Transition, Industry, and Europe—are urging the European Commission to adjust its CO2 emission standards for automakers, warning that current regulations risk €15 billion in penalties in 2025 and harming the European automotive industry.

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NBA Paris Games: Global Reach and Economic Impact

The NBA House event in Paris, from Wednesday to Saturday at Le Carreau du Temple, attracted thousands of fans alongside two games at Accor Arena, showcasing the league's global popularity and diverse partnerships, such as with Emirates, evidenced by record ticket demand from 53 countries.

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