Browsing: Paris

The new Passenger Package aims to revolutionise rail travel by allowing passengers to book multi-operator journeys as a single ticket. This initiative enhances transparency, ensuring consistent passenger rights, protection during delays, and improved access across Europe’s fragmented rail system, addressing long-standing issues in cross-border travel.

Mohamed Bakkali, involved in the November 2015 Paris attacks, has received approval for temporary prison leaves, igniting backlash in Belgium and France. Sentenced to 30 years in France and another 25 in Belgium, his potential parole raises concerns among victims’ advocates and lawmakers regarding justice.

More than 3,500 film professionals, including stars like Javier Bardem and Juliette Binoche, signed a petition protesting Vincent Bolloré’s influence in France’s cinema industry. In response, Canal+ CEO Maxime Saada threatened to end collaborations with signatories, raising concerns over freedom of speech and workplace discrimination.

Jurrien Timber has not played since mid-March due to a groin injury, missing Arsenal’s last 13 matches. Mikel Arteta expressed hope that Timber could return in time for the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain, as he continues to progress alongside injured teammate Mikel Merino.

A French appeals court has convicted Air France and Airbus of involuntary manslaughter over the 2009 crash of Flight AF447, which killed 228. The ruling reversed a prior acquittal, deeming both companies wholly responsible and ordering fines of €225,000 each, although they plan to appeal.

Bukayo Saka, William Saliba, and David Raya were absent from Arsenal’s first-team training as the club prepares for the Premier League title celebration. A club spokesperson confirmed their absence is part of individual training programmes, easing concerns ahead of the final match against Crystal Palace and the Champions League final.

The Spanish government is addressing allegations regarding the use of EU pandemic funds, firmly denying misuse of European Recovery and Resilience Facility money for pensions. Amidst ongoing political pressure, officials assert that Madrid has followed proper procedures, insisting that not a single euro has been misappropriated.

UK MORNING BRIEFING

Paris Wilson was found guilty of manslaughter this morning for her role in the death of Danny Cahalane, orchestrating an acid attack under the direction of drug dealer Ryan Kennedy, known as ‘Frost’.

EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič on Tuesday urged the US to adhere to the EU-US trade deal established in Turnberry, as tensions rise over proposed US tariffs on EU cars. Šefčovič emphasised the need for a swift return to a 15% tariff cap amid ongoing negotiations.

European Commissioner for Trade Maroš Šefčovič is in Paris for critical discussions with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer amid rising tensions over US tariff threats on European cars. French MEP Aurore Lalucq voiced scepticism towards US trustworthiness following a contentious trade deal, with further negotiations planned.