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French trade union boss hints at protests during Olympics if left is kept from power

Emmanuel Macron is in denial about the result of France’s snap election, leader of the CGT union says

The Independent UK

Here’s How Much It *Really* Costs To Win A Car, If You’re Sad You Didn’t Win Mr Beast’s Giveaway

If you were lucky enough to win the Mr Beast car giveaway in Sydney, or another car giveaway, here's how much it'll cost you.

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A construction worker’s death casts a shadow on Paris Olympics journey

Amara Dioumassy died one year ago, prompting labour unions to call for better safety standards.

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High security and fanfare welcome OIympic flame to port city of Marseille

The 19th century French sailing ship "Belem" on Wednesday sailed into the southern port of Marseille carrying the Olympic flame – after its 12-day, 12,000-kilometre voyage from Greece. Some 6,000 police were deployed for the ship's arrival, with a highly choreographed ceremony marking the first major security test for organisers…

Radio France Internationale

More than 120,000 take part in May Day protests across France, dozens arrested

French police said they arrested 45 people in Paris and that 12 officers had been injured during traditional May Day protests on Wednesday, though the demonstrations were far more subdued than last year.

France 24

France stages May Day rallies a year after pensions backlash

France’s two main trade unions on Wednesday were once again united for May Day parades after last year’s politically charged march against the government’s unpopular pensions reform.

Radio France Internationale

CGT union says it will stage strike during Paris Olympics

French public sector workers will strike during the Paris Olympics this summer, the powerful CGT union has warned, adding it would file formal strike notices next month.

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French Union Warns Of Possible Strikes During Paris Olympics

French union CGT warns of potential strikes during Paris Olympics, highlighting concerns over worker conditions and social preparations.

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Eiffel Tower closed again as staff extend strike

The Eiffel Tower will remain closed for a second straight day Tuesday as staff extend a strike. There was every chance that the monument would also stay shuttered on Wednesday, a union representative said.

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International Business Times

Eiffel Tower Closed Again As Staff Extend Strike: Union

The Eiffel Tower, one of the world's top tourist attractions, will remain closed for a second straight day Tuesday as staff extend a strike, a union representative said. The strike started Monday in protest over the way the monument is managed financially.

Radio France Internationale

Strike closes Eiffel Tower again as staff denounce financial management

Employees at the Eiffel Tower are on strike Monday to protest against the way the monument is managed financially. The strike has closed the tower for the second time in two months, and comes as Paris is getting ready to welcome millions of visitors for the Olympic Games.

International Business Times

Argentines Down Tools In First Major Challenge To Budget-slashing Milei

Argentine President Javier Milei faces the first major challenge to his budget-slashing policies Wednesday as workers are expected to down tools in their thousands and take to the streets in protest.

International Business Times

Protesting Police Underline Paris Olympics Strike Risk

Hundreds of police officers protested across France on Thursday to press their claim for extra pay during this year's Paris Olympics, underlining the threat of strikes and disruption to the Games.

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Argentina Court Suspends Milei Labor Reforms

Argentine judges on Wednesday suspended labor law changes that form part of a mega-decree of sweeping economic reforms and deregulation announced by the country's new libertarian president, Javier Milei.

Radio France Internationale

French union urges civil disobedience to denounce Macron's immigration law

France's powerful CGT trade union has called for nationwide "civil disobedience" following the adoption by parliament of an immigration law designed to toughen conditions for foreigners living in or moving to France.

International Business Times

'We Have To Endure' - Argentines Stoic As Prices Skyrocket

Maria Mamani carries a fistful of new price stickers around a supermarket after Argentina's government slashed the value of the peso in half as part of "shock" therapy to the ailing economy.

Radio France Internationale

Migrant workers describe squalor and exploitation on Champagne vineyards

Authorities in France's Champagne region are investigating conditions on its famed vineyards after seasonal workers were found to be lodged in squalid accommodation. Now preparing to testify against their former employer, labourers told RFI about their gruelling experiences picking some of the world's most expensive grapes.

The Independent UK

iPhone 15: Apple workers strike in France ahead of biggest launch of the year

Employees are demanding better pay and working conditions

The Guardian - UK

As a UK property seller living abroad am I liable for ‘sneaky stealth taxes’ such as CGT?

I lived abroad for 20 years but will return this tax year to sell my sole UK home

Radio France Internationale

Who is Marylise Léon, the new boss of France's largest trade union?

France’s two main trade unions are now led by women after Marylise Léon on Wednesday took the helm of the reformist French Democratic Confederation of Labour, the CFDT – France’s largest union. Her promotion comes three months after Sophie Binet was elected general secretary of the hardline CGT.

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