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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France Increases Tax on Illicit Activities to 45%

France will raise the tax on illicit activities, like drug trafficking, from 9.2% to 45%, significantly impacting drug traffickers' finances, aiming to curb social fraud.

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France Mandates Tchap Messaging App for Public Officials

The French government mandates the use of the secure messaging app Tchap for all public officials by September 1, 2025, replacing foreign apps like WhatsApp and Telegram to enhance data security and national sovereignty.

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52% Bias Score

Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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France to Combat Billion Euros in Annual Social Fraud

The French government announced plans to recover billion euros in annual social fraud losses via stricter controls, including asset checks, bank account debiting, and penalties for those defrauding unemployment and sick leave benefits, with a bill to be presented this autumn.

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52% Bias Score

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Trump Imposes Tariffs, Sparking Economic and Legal Uncertainty

President Trump imposed increased tariffs ranging from 10% to 41% on goods from various countries, effective August 7th, impacting industries like South African ostrich leather and causing Apple a €1.1 billion cost increase; Mexico's tariffs were extended, while Canada faced an increase to 35%, due ...

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French Firms Face US Tariff Increase Impact

A French customs study reveals that around 2000 French companies, responsible for half of France's US exports (€48.6 billion in 2024), face significant exposure (10%+ of revenue) to potential US tariff increases, with ongoing negotiations expected to conclude by August 1st.

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36% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Zapata's Air Scooter Makes Emergency Landing During English Channel Crossing Attempt

Franky Zapata's attempt to cross the English Channel with his Air Scooter on July 25, 2025, ended with a water landing due to a technical engine failure; the inventor was unharmed, and the project continues despite a delayed launch.

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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Boeing Faces Strike After Workers Reject Contract Offer

On August 4th, 2025, approximately 3,200 Boeing aircraft assembly workers in Missouri and Illinois initiated a strike after rejecting a revised contract offering a 40% salary increase over four years, adding to Boeing's existing production challenges.

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36% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Senate Confirms Jeanine Pirro as Washington, D.C. Prosecutor

The US Senate confirmed Jeanine Pirro, a former Fox News personality and Trump supporter known for promoting election conspiracy theories, as Washington, D.C.'s top prosecutor on Saturday, following President Trump's request.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Disneyland Paris's Immersive Storytelling: A Case Study of the Overland Trail Cafe

The Overland Trail Cafe at Disneyland Paris, despite its location in France, features a fabricated Wild West backstory complete with historical photos and newspaper clippings, showcasing Disney's dedication to immersive storytelling to enhance visitor experience.

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Trump Demands Lower Drug Prices from 17 Pharmaceutical Companies

On Thursday, President Trump sent letters to 17 pharmaceutical companies demanding lower drug prices in the US by September 29th, threatening unspecified action if they don't comply; several companies' stock prices fell in response.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Junior Doctors' Five-Day Strike Cripples England's NHS

Thousands of junior doctors in England launched a five-day strike on July 25th due to failed salary negotiations with the Labour government, despite a previous 22.3% pay raise, causing significant disruptions to the already struggling NHS.

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52% Bias Score

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France Withdraws Regulation Weakening Anti-Tax Fraud Measures Amidst Senate Pressure

The French government withdrew a regulation weakening anti-tax fraud measures ('CumCum') after senators' protests, citing political considerations and upcoming budget negotiations; approximately €4.5 billion in 'CumCum' related tax fraud is currently under recovery in France.

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48% Bias Score

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