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French spa ‘calls police’ after row over Muslim influencers wearing burkinis
Nella Rose has claimed two Muslim women were told they had to change into appropriate swimwear otherwise they would be removed from the spa.
Spotify is mad at the French government and taking it out on users
Spotify said on Thursday it will raise its subscription prices in France in response to a new tax designed to support the nation’s music industry. CEO Daniel Ek wrote an open letter denouncing the tax, which France’s government passed in December.
France fines Amazon $35 million over ‘intrusive’ employee surveillance
France’s data privacy watchdog organization, the CNIL, has fined Amazon $35 million after investigating an ‘overly intrusive’ surveillance system put in place to watch warehouse workers.
Apple will release software update to address iPhone 12 radiation concerns
Apple is prepping a software update to address alleged radiation concerns regarding the three-year-old iPhone 12s after French regulators released a statement alleging that the phone exceeds proper radiation levels. France’s radiation watchdog (ANFR) went as far as to suggest that Apple should stop selling the phones.
Americans will need a visa to visit Europe starting in 2024. Here's what you should know.
Starting in January, Americans will be required to obtain travel authorization to enter 30 European countries, including Spain, France and Greece.
French Assembly passes bill allowing police to remotely activate phone cameras and microphones for surveillance
France has advanced a bill that would let police snoop on suspects' phones, including cameras.
Team USA stars reveal favorite international players ahead of World Cup
The USWNT respects their World Cup competition, revealing to Yahoo Sports their favorite international players, spanning the globe from Brazil to Australia.
Is the USWNT poised to be the first-ever World Cup 3-peat champion?
Yahoo Sports senior soccer reporter Henry Bushnell breaks down Team USA’s roster heading into the 2023 Women’s World Cup, exploring the advantages and challenges faced by the USWNT as it seeks to become the first ever international team to 3-peat as World Cup champions.
Titanic submersible: Ships and experts from across the world now helping with search efforts
While the U.S. is leading rescue efforts for the submersible vessel that went missing en route to the Titanic wreckage site, nations such as Canada, France and the Bahamas have provided resources to help with the search.
France stabbing: Annecy playground attack on children ‘exploited by far-right'
French identifying Annecy attacker as a Syrian refugee will be seized upon by the far-right, Fawaz Gerges warns.
EU implements regulations for tracing crypto transactions
New EU rules compel service providers to gather and disclose specific information regarding the sender and beneficiary of each transaction.
What other countries say about the gun violence problem in the U.S.
At least seven nations in varying parts of the world have issued warnings to their citizens who intend on traveling to the U.S., citing serious safety concerns, including gun-related deaths, in recent years.
In pictures: Bordeaux town hall set alight as protests in France erupt into violence
Dramatic pictures show violence erupting in parts of France during nationwide protests against pension reforms being pushed through by President Emmanuel Macron.
Rosé all … winter? Wine experts say the pink-hued wine pairs with cold-weather dishes, too.
Wine experts say rosé isn't just for summer. Here's which winter foods to pair the wine with, and a cocktail recipe.
Apple fined $8.5 million in France over targeted App Store ads (updated)
Apple is facing a $8.5 million fine in France for allegedly gathering data for targeted App Store ads without permission.
Celebrating the best gifts the sports world gave us in 2022 I The Rush
From GOATs like Messi and LeBron to the unexpected soap opera that dominated golf, the sports world gave us plenty of gifts in 2022.
Epic World Cup parade ends with Argentina team airlifted via helicopter I The Rush
Argentina’s soccer team returned to Buenos Aires for a World Cup parade for the ages, where ten percent of the country’s population reportedly took to the streets of the nation’s capital to celebrate. The San Francisco Giants postponed Carlos Correa’s introductory press conference after a reported medical concern arising from the shortstop’s physical evaluation and former Michigan State basketball player Mat Ishbia bought the Phoenix Suns for a record $4 billion.
Packers roll over Rams on Monday Night Football I The Rush
Baker Mayfield’s Hollywood comeback might have come to an end as the Packers rolled against the Rams on Monday Night Football, Jalen Hurts might miss a couple of weeks which means it might be Gardner Minshew time for the Eagles, and despite betting on Argentina, Drake lost his World Cup bet.
Messi and Mbappe stage epic World Cup final as Argentina beats France I The Rush
Despite Kylian Mbappe’s hat trick for France, Lionel Messi led Argentina to its third World Cup victory, decided by a penalty shootout. In the NFL, the Chiefs clinched the AFC West with a walk-off overtime touchdown over the Texans, the Cowboys choked away their chance to clinch a playoff berth by throwing an overtime pick-six against the Jaguars, and the Patriots lost to the Raiders in the most boneheaded way possible. In the baseball world, the guy who caught Aaron Judge’s 62nd home run ball cost himself $1.5 million by not selling it in November. PLUS: Lionel Messi puts the GOAT debate to bed, Argentina goalie Emi Martinez is insane, and Vegas REALLY needed France to win the World Cup!
Superstars and PSG teammates Messi, Mbappe to meet in Cup final I The Rush
Reigning World Cup champion France will defend its title against Argentina in the final match on Sunday, in a showdown between two of the world’s best players and PSG teammates Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé. En route to the Championship match, France beat Morocco 2-0 in the semifinals, putting an end to Morocco’s magical Cinderella tournament run.
Apple's iPhone 14 Emergency SOS feature goes live in France, Germany, Ireland and the UK
As promised, Apple has expanded its iPhone 14 Emergency SOS satellite feature to France, Germany, Ireland and the UK after launching it in the US.
France to ban some commercial flights to fight climate change
In an effort to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, France will ban commercial flights on several short-haul domestic routes. It is the first country to ban short flights, which are especially bad for the environment because airplanes burn more fuel during takeoff and landing.
World Cup: France defender Jules Kounde forced to remove necklace during match
France defender Jules Kounde was told to remove two gold necklaces midway through into their last 16 match with Poland.
Rising tide of immigration to Europe pushing continent's politics to the right, experts say
Skirmishes between European countries are becoming more common across the continent, where an increase in “irregular” migrants — as those who’ve entered illegally are called here — is pushing European politics in a rightward direction.
Yankees re-sign Anthony Rizzo, Aaron Judge still on the market I The Rush
The MLB free agent market is heating up as the Yankees re-signed first baseman Anthony Rizzo while New York slugger Aaron Judge has yet to lock up a new deal following his historic season. In the NFL, Cooper Kupp joins the growing list of top offensive players to land on Injured Reserve while Washington star defensive end Chase Young is set to return from injury and play his first game with the Commanders in more than a year and fans who plan to attend the World Cup in Qatar have a new resource to help them find local pubs… which is harder to do than you’d think. Plus, with the success of games in London, Mexico City and Munich, the NFL is eyeballing two additional countries to play host to America’s Game.
Betting: FIFA World Cup Preview
Description: Minty Bets is joined by Henry Bushnell to preview the best bets for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.