François Gabart: French sailor slashes around the world solo record - BBC News

Nice sail!

Patrimoine : le succès du financement participatif

Compare.

7,500 Strangers Just Bought A Crumbling French Chateau Together : The Two-Way : NPR

Future of France?

Great story

And so the battaille goes!

Impressive

Strikes me as being pretty favorable for France!

Just beneath the surface....

....most of the time, but not always.

Age of non-consent on trial in France amid controversial rulings - France 24

Different perspectives, once again.

Programme TV - Capital (M6) : faut-il vraiment se fier au made in France ? - News Télé 7 Jours

Good.

A problem for this in France?

Surprising.

French Parliament Advances a Sweeping Counterterrorism Bill - The New York Times

Not a good day for France.

Reportage au cœur de groupes de nazis américains - JT 13h - 25/09/2017

Awful, awful.

The Great and Immortal French ‘Bof’ - The New York Times

Super!

4 U.S. Women Hit by Acid Attack in France - The New York Times

Deranged people speak all sorts of languages, including English.

Who Will Save These Dying Italian Towns? - The New York Times

France and the US each face some of the same challenges. These towns are all worth saving but to do so requires modifying tradition and adding a huge amount of ambition and determination.

"Dieselgate": PSA accusé d'avoir truqué 2 millions de moteurs - Challenges.fr

Consumers take it in the exhaust pipe.

September 2017 Newsletter - Americans in France

Nicely done!

Public Pools in Southern France Become a Measure of Inequality - The New York Times

Constant struggle.

For India, Toilets Are a (Mostly) Serious Issue - The New York Times

A lot of France here.

A Controversial Restoration That Wipes Away the Past - The New York Times

Not one we see in the US very often.

English is off the menu at Language Lunches – University Gazette

Nice that they do this!

Jean-Michel Blanquer prêt à autoriser les lycéens à fumer pour lutter contre le terrorisme - Challenges.fr

Let's hope not!

Labor law

Very helpful.

French President Macron's Approval Takes A Dive : NPR

Tough spot.

TRIBUNE. Christian Estrosi et 14 maires de France veulent se faire entendre - Nice-Matin

A potential huge problem.

Une femme qui se baignait tout habillée évacuée de la plage - Nice-Matin

This is obnoxious and such a blot on France.

My great uncle was alienated in postwar France. Now Americans know how he felt | Hadley Freeman | World news | The Guardian

It is all so demoralizing.

What France Knows About Robert E. Lee - Bloomberg

Want to study more.

France Wants to Involve Psychiatrists in Preventing Attacks | World News | US News

Compare with US?

Ireland’s rebound puts its credit on par with France

Who is proudest of this?

Cambriolages : une effraction toutes les deux minutes en France

Compare with the US.

Delivering stuff

How does this work in the US?

Les médicaments aux Etats-Unis - Les équivalences dans les pharmacies

Good stuff here, I bet.

A Perfume Devotee in the Land of French Fragrance - The New York Times

Wonderful!

From President Macron, a Lesson in Style - The New York Times

Interesting commentary.

Stephen Colbert Is Amazed Trump Won’t ‘Endorse the Statue of Liberty’ - The New York Times

France has such a stake in this, my French friends are probably as uncertain as I am about whether to laugh or cry.

Roman Ruins Found in France Are Called ‘Exceptional’ - The New York Times

Not likely to dig up one of these in the US!

Migrants

Do more.

Why exorcisms are on the rise in France

Hmmm.

Reporter's Notebook: France's Unexpected Political Revival : NPR

Good story with excellent reporter!

Does the US look as diverse?

As this...!

Affaire Grégory : dans le dernier roman du juge Lambert, un personnage se suicide en mettant un sac sur sa tête

Amazing story.

The U.S. is one of the world's laziest countries — and it's making us fat

Both France and the US need to improve these scores!

Macron bids to make France first and U.S. second in battle for 2024 Olympics - The Washington Post

Competition is what it is all about, non?

Writers on the Right and Left React to Trump in Europe - The New York Times

Interesting for the chattering class.

Parler à l'Amérique, malgré Trump [commentaire]

Well said.

The Fine Art of Greeting A French Person With A Kiss: Faire La Bise

Interesting.

Le témoignage d’Olivane, jeune bretonne emprisonnée aux USA

What an experience.

Les Refaiseurs de Monde | Des ressources pour militer

Interesting.

Why France Is Taking a Lesson in Culture From Silicon Valley - The New York Times

Well soon see.

95-Degree Days: How Extreme Heat Could Spread Across the World - The New York Times

Compare.

The End of the Left and the Right as We Knew Them - The New York Times

Yep.

Election Success for Emmanuel Macron May Mask Real Challenges - The New York Times

This will not be easy.

Le Pen Loses Luster, Signaling Far Right’s Retreat in France, and Maybe Beyond - The New York Times

Adieu.

Polémique après le port du voile par des vendeuses d'H&M: que dit la loi? - Nice-Matin

Why not let people be themselves?

Un vide-greniers 100% gratuit, ça vous dit? Découvrez la "Gratiféria" - Nice-Matin

Fascinating idea. The monetization of everything.

US equivalent?

This is impressive.

Frenchmen claim cure for WannaCry-infected computers

Good for them.

Macron Quickly Assumes a Presidential Attitude - The New York Times

Very nice!

De plus en plus d'automobilistes utilisent leur portable au volant - Nice-Matin

Stupid on all fronts.

A Lackluster Cannes and Not Just for the Extra Security - The New York Times

Too much fear in both places.

‘The End of Eddy’ Captures a Savage Childhood and a Global Movement - The New York Times

Hmmm.

Brigitte Macron Inaugurates a New Look for France - The New York Times

Go Brigitte!

Brigitte Macron Inaugurates a New Look for France - The New York Times

Go Brigitte!

Brigitte Macron Inaugurates a New Look for France - The New York Times

Go Brigitte!

Macron’s Cabinet Gives Glimpse of How He Plans to Govern France - The New York Times

I sure hope that this works well.

The Look of the French Election - The New York Times

Who cares about it now?

Marine Le Pen, a Fierce Campaigner, Heads to Finale in French Election - The New York Times

It is already time for a where is she now approach!

Le Pen and Macron Clash in Vicious Presidential Debate in France - The New York Times

At least it came out ok!

French election best outcome as non-Trump candidate wins | News & Observer

Bon!

France’s First Lady, a Confidante and Coach, May Break the Mold - The New York Times

How wonderful for her and France!

After ‘Brexit’ and Trump, Trust Is an Issue With French Polls - The New York Times

On verra.

To Understand Macron’s Economic Vision, Look to France’s ‘Last Chance’ Students - The New York Times

To be helpful, the plan needs to happen, and work!

What Has Failed in France - The New York Times

I'll give the writer credit for having identified one of thousands of contributing factors.

France’s Presidential Election Splinters the Country’s Culturati - The New York Times

No doubt at all on that; and it matters because....?

As Le Pen and Macron Fight for Presidency in France, Unions Are Split - The New York Times

Special challenge.

The dark history at the heart of the French election - The Washington Post

Too much focus on cocktail chatter.

U.S. Far-Right Activists Promote Hacking Attack Against Macron - The New York Times

Awful situation.

Marine Le Pen’s Canny Use of Gender in Her Campaign - The New York Times

I doubt it will make any difference.

In French Elections, Alt-Right Messages and Memes Don’t Translate - The New York Times

I think it is more complex.

Far From France, Island Outpost Is Never Far From French Politics - The New York Times

How does the US compare with France in far-flung territories?

Le Pen’s Campaign Strategy Shift: Strong, but Soft - The New York Times

A little late.

Why My Father Votes for Marine Le Pen - The New York Times

Hmm.

Marine Le Pen vs. Emmanuel Macron: What’s next in the French presidential election - The Washington Post

Good summary.

As Arctic Ice Vanishes, New Shipping Routes Open - The New York Times

France and the US? Closer?

Marine Le Pen Will Name a Former Rival Prime Minister if Elected - The New York Times

Such a deal.

Is There a Case for Le Pen? - The New York Times

Ugh.

In France’s Poor Suburbs, Angry Voters May Skip Big Election - The New York Times

Pretty serious.

Once a Lace Capital, Now Riven by French Politics - The New York Times

Fingers crossed.

France’s Voters Keep Hope for Europe Alive - The New York Times

Maybe she has it right.

How the Election Split France - The New York Times

Great analysis!

After French vote, European leaders come out against Le Pen. But what if she wins? - The Washington Post

A perilous two weeks ahead.

A French Campaign Waged Online Adds a Wild Card to the Election - The New York Times

So it does.

Marine Le Pen Leads Far-Right Fight to Make France ‘More French’ - The New York Times

Scary like the rest.

France Poses Biggest Test Yet for Trump’s Brand of Nationalism - The New York Times

On verra bientôt!

A Court Used for Playing Hoops Since 1893. Where? Paris. - The New York Times

What a tale!

The Thickly Accented American Behind the N.B.A. in France - The New York Times

Great story.

Attack on Champs-Élysées Injects More Uncertainty Into French Vote - The New York Times

Tense.

What to watch for in the first round of the French presidential election - The Washington Post

Fair piece.

France’s Presidential Vote on Sunday: Why It Matters - The New York Times

Great summary.

Understand France’s Presidential Election in 7 Times Articles - The New York Times

Good.

Could a Leftist Bring Growth Back to France? - The New York Times

Surely a great question!

Macron Wants to Change France. But Will Voters Elect an Unknown? - The New York Times

Good reporting!

UNC Hosts Delegation from Consulate General of France to Discuss Research Collaborations ~ UNC Global

Noted.

UNC Hosts Delegation from Consulate General of France to Discuss Research Collaborations ~ UNC Global

Noted.

France in the End of Days - The New York Times

Superb analysis.

Le Pen’s Inner Circle Fuels Doubt About Bid to ‘Un-Demonize’ Her Party - The New York Times

Big problem.

Paris Tourism Has Recovered From 2015 Attacks, Officials Say - The New York Times

Compare and contrast US and France, and see how this applies to Nice.

A Voice From Paris on Climate Change - The New York Times

And this!

In France, a Monument Honors the American Flyers of World War I - The New York Times

Everyone needs to be reminded of this!

vousaurezmonvotesi

Why not post here so we all can see good ideas?

Bad drivers

How are the two countries doing on providing means to post license plates of people driving badly? If one sees reckless driing, what to do in each country?

As French Election Nears, Le Pen Targets Voters Her Party Once Repelled - The New York Times

Consistent with what a lot of us are seeing.

Présidentielle : Candidats au tableau ! - C8 - La nouvelle grande chaîne

Well done!

fnj nice bryan - Google Search

Nice leader of this group.

Front national de la jeunesse — Wikipédia

Scary+.

Ban on Head Scarves at Work Is Legal, E.U. Court Rules - The New York Times

Does not seem right.

Transparence – Données financières François Fillon 2017

This looks as though they are not keeping it up. Astounding! Where is the clothing transparency, so to speak?

FILLON

He is fast moving into the loathesome category.

France et Italie, deux pays fortement endettés et privés de croissance

Comparing another country to France....

"Des accusations pathétiques et minables": Gaël Nofri va porter plainte contre Marion Maréchal-Le Pen - Nice-Matin

Duck!

Marine Le Pen Loses Parliamentary Immunity Over Twitter Case - The New York Times

I wonder if they will do this for the alleged fraud as well?

Super!

What a story!

François Fillon, French Presidential Candidate, Vows to Run Despite Inquiry - The New York Times

Amazing story.

As France’s Towns Wither, Fears of a Decline in ‘Frenchness’ - The New York Times

Good story.

- Actu - Télématin - France 2

How does US compare?

- Culture - Télématin - France 2

Ok.

French Historian Says He Was Threatened With Deportation at Houston Airport - The New York Times

Words fail me more and more.

French Judge Takes Over Probe Into Fillon 'Fake Jobs' Scandal - The New York Times

How would this be handled if it were a US presdential candidate?

France’s President Criticizes Trump Over Paris Remarks - The New York Times

Quite remarkable.

Présidentielle 2017: Le Pen conforte son avance au 1er tour devant Macron selon notre sondage - Nice-Matin

Look at the volatility numbers. What does this say about the state of France at this point?

France Warns Russia To Stay Out Of Its Presidential Election : NPR

On verra.

Marseille | Paca : la Région veut tisser des liens avec la Californie | La Provence

Hmm.

Programme TV - Le grand burlesque

La Donald Troup!

This adds nothing of subsance

More of the superficial reporting triggered by who spoke last instead of reporting the facts that need to be established. I don't care if the lawyers held a press conference or a garden party; did we learn anything today about the facts that matter? I don't think so.

les faits fillon - Google Search

Where are the stories laying out the facts that are known and those that are not. For example, what documentation exists on anything to do what his wife did while receiving a salary for working for him? Today's press conference alleged those documents exist. Where? Let's see it ALL.

Feeling ‘Pressure All the Time’ on Europe’s Treadmill of Temporary Work - The New York Times

Compared with the US?

Track the Ban (@tracktheban) | Twitter

Speaking of amateurs.

Sarah Brunet, l’avocate française qui défie Trump - Edition du soir Ouest France - 08/02/2017

Hmm. Nice work, it appears.

Google Fights Fake News with New Project Called CrossCheck | Digital Trends

Why didn't we get the benefit of this in the US????

François Fillon Blames ‘Media Lynching’ for His Campaign Crisis - The New York Times

Good story.

Which Country Is America’s Strongest Ally? For Republicans, It’s Australia - The New York Times

France does pretty well. I wonder how it would be in the other direction?

La chaîne i24 News lancée au États-Unis le 13 février

Interesting.

Présidentielle 2017, la bataille pour la conquête du vote populaire - La Croix

Such a race!

Let it all out!

Super! US?

"Envoyé spécial" du jeudi 2 février 2017 - France 2 - 2 février 2017 - En replay

A lot of France-USA comparisons to be made here!

Today's primary

Amazing results; amazing scenario.

With French Socialists in Crisis, Manuel Valls and Benoît Hamon Head to Runoff - The New York Times

Not at all sure how this will end.....

Candidates of la Gauche....

Interesting points here.

61% des Belges craignent le chaos. Découvrez notre grande étude "Noir, Jaune, Blues"

I want to read more of this.

Farmer on Trial Defends Smuggling Migrants: ‘I Am a Frenchman.’ - The New York Times

I want to study this a lot more.

Farmer on Trial Defends Smuggling Migrants: ‘I Am a Frenchman.’ - The New York Times

I want to study this a lot more.

Political Pollsters Reflect On What Went Wrong In 2016 : NPR

Great story. Sad tale.

Accused of Looting Millions, Son of African Leader Stalls Trial - The New York Times

We don't see these cases quite so often in the US.