PARIS (AP) — The Latest on French President Emmanuel Macron's agenda (all times local): 7:45 p.m. French President Emmanuel Macron says press freedom is increasingly battered in some democracies, including in Europe. In a speech to journalists Wednesday, Macron made a reference to Hungary and Poland and their recent crackdown on media freedom. He also mentioned Turkey and Russia as countries that should "fulfill their commitments" as signatories to the European Convention of Human Rights. The French leader said "press freedom is not only attacked by dictatorships, it is also battered in countries that are democracies." Macron will meet Friday with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Paris. ——— 6:45 p.m. French President Emmanuel Macron says he's going to propose a new law to combat fake news on the internet during French election campaigns. In a speech Wednesday, Macron said he wants new rules for websites, including more transparency about their sponsored … [Read more...] about The Latest: France’s Macron: Stop battering press freedoms
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The Latest: France’s Macron eyes law to tackle fake news
PARIS (AP) — The Latest on French President Emmanuel Macron's agenda (all times local): 6:45 p.m. French President Emmanuel Macron says he's going to propose a new law to combat fake news on the internet during French election campaigns. In a speech Wednesday, Macron said he wants new rules for websites, including more transparency about their sponsored content. Under the new law, Macron said websites would have to say who is financing them and the amount of money for sponsored content would be capped. He says in case of fake news, an emergency legal action could allow authorities to suppress that content or even close the website. Macron says press freedom wouldn't be threatened by this bill since it would only apply during campaigns. ——— 3 p.m. French President Emmanuel Macron has urged his ministers to rapidly push on with measures to reform the country's economy, security apparatus and immigration framework. Following the first meeting of … [Read more...] about The Latest: France’s Macron eyes law to tackle fake news
France’s Macron sets course for rapid changes this year
French President Emmanuel Macron has urged his ministers to rapidly push on with measures to reform the country's economy, security apparatus and immigration framework. Following the first meeting of Macron's cabinet this year, Prime Minister Edouard Philippe said the government has "a lot on our plate." Top of the agenda in the first half of the year is a bill to address France's high unemployment through better training of jobless workers and sanctions. Macron's government is also planning a strategic review of the French military, a bill to get a better handle on what's going on with immigration into the country and measures to combat violence against women. Macron is set to give a speech to journalists later that day outlining his government's agenda. Copyright 2018 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. … [Read more...] about France’s Macron sets course for rapid changes this year
Windstorm battering France hits electricity supplies
PARIS -- France's national electricity provider says a violent windstorm has left some 200,000 households without electricity across the country, including 30,000 in the Paris region. The windstorm, Eleanor, battered northern France Wednesday with winds reaching over 140 kilometers per hour. Photos of destroyed cars, collapsed scaffolding and uprooted trees have appeared across social media. Some 2,000 agents have been deployed to reconnect the energy supplies in the 49 French departments that have been placed on high alert. Winds of up to 117 km/h also battered Paris' biggest airport Charles de Gaulle. Paris' airport authority said that flights have been disrupted with slight delays stemming from precautions being taken to safely get travelers into aircraft. … [Read more...] about Windstorm battering France hits electricity supplies
Frances R. Cranford
Frances R. Cranford, 96, of Lancaster, PA passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2017 at Hamilton Arms Nursing Center in Lancaster. She was born in Hollidaysburg, PA, the daughter of the late Dean S. and Elsie Jane (Kunsman) Reese. Her husband, Gorden E. Cranford passed away in 2009. Mrs. Cranford retired in 1984 after teaching 6th grade at Swift Middle School for 16 years with the Solanco School District. She was a member of the Salvation Army. Surviving are her daughters, Sandra K. Cranford, and Linda C. married to Ronald E. Lee; her grandchildren: Christine, Floyd, and David; and her 8 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sister and 2 brothers. Private funeral services will be at the convenience of the family. Donations in her memory can be made to The Salvation Army, 131 S. Queen Street, Lancaster, PA 17603. Please visit Frances' Memorial Page at www.TheGroffs.com … [Read more...] about Frances R. Cranford
DRESSLER, FRANCES
DRESSLER, Frances Clodfelter, 80, of Chesterfield, went to be with the Lord on Monday, January 1, 2018. She is survived by her beloved husband, Virgil Dressler; daughter, Lisa Dressler; sons, Mike and Kenny Dressler; grandson, Matthew Skeens; great-grandson, Grant Skeens; sister, Lucille Bean; brother, Charles Clodfelter; numerous nieces and nephews; and special friend, Harry Howell. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, January 4, 2018, at Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge Rd. (Rte. 10). Her service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, January 5, 2018, at Heritage Baptist Church, 7777 Cogbill Rd., N. Chesterfield, Va. 23832. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be made to Heritage Baptist Church. View online memorial … [Read more...] about DRESSLER, FRANCES
The Latest: France expresses concern over Iran protests
TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — The Latest on the protests in Iran (all times local): 7:30 p.m. France is expressing concern over the "number of victims and arrests" in the protests roiling Iran, where demonstrators have taken to the streets in several cities. The Foreign Ministry said Tuesday "the right to protest freely is a fundamental right." It says human rights will be a top priority in France's discussions with Iranian authorities in the coming weeks. The ministry declined to confirm whether French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian was still planning to visit Iran on Friday. More than 20 people have been killed since the protests erupted last week. The demonstrations were sparked by economic grievances, but some protesters have chanted against the government and the supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Hundreds of people have been arrested. ——— 5:30 p.m. Iran's supreme leader has blamed the protests roiling the country on "enemies of Iran" who he says are … [Read more...] about The Latest: France expresses concern over Iran protests
Air France Engine Failure Over Atlantic, Other Recent Aviation Safety Incidents
In an incident on Sept. 30, Air France Flight 66, from Paris to Los Angeles was forced to make an abrupt diversion when it lost one of the four engines on the Airbus A380 over the Atlantic. Out of the 496 passengers and 24 crew members that the plane carried, none were injured but remained on board hours after landing at 3:42 p.m. GMT (11:42 a.m. EDT). David Rehmar, a former aircraft mechanic, who was a passenger on the flight, spoke to the BBC and speculated based on his observations that the incident was a result of fan failure. "You heard a loud 'boom', and it was the vibration alone that made me think the engine had failed," he said. The plane reached Goose Bay Airport, in Labrador in eastern Canada after flying for nearly an hour on three engines. Air France also issued an official statement saying that the regularly trained pilots and cabin crew handled the serious incident perfectly. There were also several photographs and videos shared by passengers on social media … [Read more...] about Air France Engine Failure Over Atlantic, Other Recent Aviation Safety Incidents
Former Dash No. 1 pick Morgan Brian signs with France’s Lyon
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France’s Macron wants to win fight against extremism in 2018
PQRIS – French President Emmanuel Macron says he wants to achieve peace in 2018 in the battle against Islamic extremism — in Syria, Africa's Sahel as well as in his own country. In his first New Year's speech as president, 40-year-old Macron said the new year will be "crucial" to France, to Europe and to the world. He made a direct address to European citizens, urging them to voice their wishes about what they would like Europe to become. "I deeply believe Europe can become that economic, social, environment-friendly, scientific power that will be able to face China, the United States", he said Sunday. He also pledged to focus on labor … [Read more...] about France’s Macron wants to win fight against extremism in 2018