France Proposes Suspending Pension Reform Until 2027 Election

In a major policy reversal, French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has proposed suspending the country's contentious pension reform until after the 2027 presidential election. The announcement represents a significant concession following months...

French PM supports freezing Macron's pension reform to save government

France's reappointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has proposed suspending the controversial 2023 pension reform until after the next presidential election. The plan would freeze the retirement age and contribution requirements until January...

Reappointed French premier proposes suspension of pension reform until next presidential election

ISTANBUL France’s reappointed prime minister on Tuesday proposed suspending the country’s contested 2023 pension reform until the next presidential election, pledging no increase in the legal retirement age before January 2028 and a pause in the...

Every international team that has qualified for the 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico from 11 June to 19 July 2026. The qualifying phases are still underway in Europe, Africa, Asia, and North America, and the last two participants will be determined...

France’s Lecornu Forms Second Government with 34 Ministers Amid Political Chaos

Marrakech – French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu unveiled his new government on Sunday evening, just 48 hours after being reappointed to his post by President Emmanuel Macron. The 34-member cabinet includes a mix of familiar faces and newcomers...

Where to watch USA vs. Ecuador: International soccer free stream

The United States men’s international soccer team will face Ecuador in an international friendly Friday at 8:20 p.m. ET. USA vs. Ecuador will air on TNT, which you can stream on DirecTV (free trial). Here’s what you need to know: What:...

France: Life Without a Government

The following could have appeared in the small-ads section of one of the free newspapers distributed in the Paris Metro: “Desperately seeking a Prime Minister, contact Marianne.” Marianne is the fictive damsel who serves as a symbol of the French...

5 Countries Make Historic U-17 World Cup Debut in Qatar

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - The 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup in Qatar, running from November 3 to 27, will feature 48 teams from six confederations, including five debutants: Fiji, Ireland, Zambia, El Salvador, and Uganda. These newcomers will join more...

Crunch moment in French crisis as outgoing PM tries to avert new election

Paul KirbyEurope digital editor ShareSave Sébastien Lecornu sounded a note of optimism that a budget would be passed this year Hours before his deadline for resolving France's political crisis, outgoing Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said...

Today-History-Nov04

Today in History for Nov. 4: In 1809, the steamer "Accommodation," the first on the St. Lawrence, arrived at Quebec from Montreal. The trip took 66 hours at a speed of five knots but 30 hours were spent at anchor. The fare was $8. Today in History...

Against the wall: France's president increasingly isolated as political crisis deepens

Published on 07/10/2025 - 19:08 GMT+2 Embattled French President Emmanuel Macron faced mounting political pressure on Tuesday, as outgoing Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu attempts one final round of negotiations to stave off a deepening political...

Air New Zealand resumes Auckland-Nouméa flights after nearly 18-month suspension following riots

By Patrick Decloitre, RNZ Pacific correspondent French Pacific desk New Caledonia’s tourism industry is hopeful for a rebound as Air New Zealand resumed its flights over the weekend. To mark Air New Zealand’s return, on its social networks,...

What to know for 2026 World Cup qualifying in October international break

The qualifying process for the 2026 World Cup is nearing conclusion. The biggest ever World Cup will see 48 teams competing in the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. So far 18 nations have already booked their place —...

French Embassy Hosts Pacific Partnership Closing Ceremony Aboard Patrol Vessel Auguste Benebig

France hosted the closing ceremony of the Pacific Partnership 2025 in Apia’s port, in the presence of Acting Prime Minister Toelupe Poumulinuku Onesemo and many Cabinet Ministers. The French Embassy hosted the Pacific Partnership 2025 closing...

Air New Zealand resumes Auckland-Nouméa flights after nearly 18-month suspension

Photo: RNZ / Nate McKinnon New Caledonia's tourism industry is hopeful for a rebound as Air New Zealand resumed its flights over the weekend. To mark Air New Zealand's return, on its social networks, Nouméa-La Tontouta international airport posted...

Qatar go down fighting against Italy as Portugal and Tunisia make flying starts

Qatar's Adam Friakh (left) and Italy's Destiny Elimoghale vie for the ball possession. Doha: Hosts Qatar were edged 0-1 by Italy while Portugal and Tunisia recorded dominant victories on the opening day of the FIFA U-17 World Cup at the...

ASFF putting together a women’s national team ahead of OSC World Cup

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — The American Samoa Football Federation (ASFF) is assembling a revitalized national women’s team ahead of the Oceania Football Confederation (OFC) Women’s World Cup Qualifier, scheduled to kick off on November 28, 2025...

How to Watch the FIFA U-17 World Cup for Free to See Who Becomes the Next Neymar

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Where to watch the U-17 World Cup in the USA: TV channels, streaming and more

Actualizado 03/11/2025 - 04:47 CST The 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup will be held in Qatar from November 3 to 27, with the participation of 48 youth teams with new stars looking to start their journey in soccer by leading their countries In the United...

Guest article: Team CAF at the FIFA U17 World Cup in Qatar

🚨 The U17 World Cup begins on Monday in Qatar, with 10 African reps. [THREAD on what’s historic and a few bits 🧵] The Ten: 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso 🇨🇮 Cote d’Ivoire 🇪🇬 Egypt 🇲🇱 Mali 🇲🇦 Morocco 🇸🇳 Senegal 🇿🇦 South Africa 🇹🇳 Tunisia 🇺🇬 Uganda 🇿🇲 Zambia 🏆...