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Wednesday, August 13, 2025
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Topic: French President

Macron sues right-wing podcaster for claiming France’s first lady was born male

In their court filing, the Macrons accuse Candace Owens of running a lie-filled 'campaign of global humiliation' to promote her podcast and expand her 'frenzied' fan base.

French President Macron says he will appoint new PM ‘in the coming days’

Macron, whose ill-fated decision to call a snap ballot in June delivered a much-divided parliament, denied he was responsible for the political crisis.

French President Emmanuel Macron formally accepts PM Gabriel Attal’s resignation

Attal offered his resignation after the French parliamentary elections, but Macron refused to accept his resignation and asked him to stay as caretaker until a new cabinet was appointed.

France plunges into uncertainty. Far-Right surge stymied, Left in pole position, all eyes on Macron

The snap elections called by Macron have seen three distinct blocs emerge in the French National Assembly — the Left, his Centre and the Far-Right. None has a governing majority.

Zelenskyy welcomes French promise of Mirage 2000 warplanes, hopes to see them in Ukrainian skies

U.S. President Joe Biden also offered new weapons Friday worth $225 million and assured Washington's continuing support.

Macron winning second term in France is politically & historically significant. Here’s why

One of only 4 presidents to be re-elected since 1958, Macron's win triggered angry protests in Paris & Lyon. Macron's majority over far-Right rival Marine Le Pen was halved.

French President Jacques Chirac, who led the opposition against US invasion of Iraq, dies

Jacques Chirac was the first French president to recognise responsibility of the state in deportation of Jews during World War II.

On Camera

Hrithik Roshan & Jr NTR in Janaab-e-Aali is exactly what a dance-off should not be

Forget comparing it with classics like Hrithik’s Ek Pal Ka Jeena or the slick title track of Dhoom 2, Janaab-e-Aali does not even come close to Ghungroo.

How mining, manufacturing & power sectors weighed on India’s industrial output since January 2024

India’s industrial output growth saw a 10-month low in June, with Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growing by mere 1.5% as against 1.9% in May 2025.

India expands Southeast Asia defence footprint with new joint venture in Philippines

Memorandum of understanding between SMPP and ADFC was signed during state visit of Philippines’ President to India earlier this month.

Modi’s ready to risk it all for farmers. Farm reform can answer Trump with new Green Revolution

Standing up to America is usually not a personal risk for a leader in India. Any suggestions of foreign pressure unites India behind who they see as leading them in that fight.