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Following the roots of Van Gogh and the impressionists in Auvers-sur-Oise

Following our prior article about the childhood of Vincent Van Gogh in the Netherlands (to read here) and our article...

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Montbéliard, what else?

Montbéliard, in the heart of the Doubs is today still largely marked by the elegant castle which stands on a...

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DR Congo military court to deliver verdict on 'coup attempt'

A military court in the Democratic Republic of Congo is set to deliver its verdict Friday on an alleged coup attempt, with 51 defendants, including three Americans, facing charges and risking the death penalty. The incident occurred on May 19, when armed men attacked the home of then-economy minister Vital Kamerhe before heading to President […]

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🔴 Live: Biden, Starmer to discuss long-range arms for Ukraine

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and President Joe Biden will discuss Friday whether to let Kyiv use long-range missiles against Russia, in what is likely their last meeting before an election that could upend US policy on Ukraine. Follow our live blog for the latest updates on the war in Ukraine.

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North Korea reveals images of uranium enrichment facility for the first time

North Korea released images of its uranium enrichment facility on Friday, showing leader Kim Jong Un touring the site. Kim called for an increase in centrifuges to boost the country's nuclear arsenal for "self-defence," state media reported.

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Musk brands Australia as 'fascists' over fines for tech giants spreading misinformation

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Toronto festival suspends screening of Russian war film over threats

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US government faces shutdown as Congress grapples with spending bill

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Senegal's president dissolves parliament to call a snap legislative election

Senegal's President Bassirou Diomaye Faye dissolved parliament Thursday, just six months after he was elected president, paving the way for snap legislative elections. The elections have to take place within the next 90 days, according to Senegal’s constitution, and analysts say that Faye’s popularity, especially among young voters, should allow his political party to secure […]

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IS group claims deadly attack in central Afghanistan

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Trump rules out a second debate against Kamala Harris

Former president Donald Trump on Thursday ruled out taking part in another election debate against his rival for the White House, Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump said he thought he had won the debate, but several surveys showed that respondents thought Harris did better.

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PSG ready to try 'legal forum' after Mbappé refuses mediation in wage dispute

Footballer Kylian Mbappé's former club Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) said Thursday that a dispute over €55 million in what the star player says are unpaid wages could now be settled in a “legal forum”. Mbappé rejected a mediation process proposed by the French football league’s governing body to settle the matter.

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Following the roots of Van Gogh and the impressionists in Auvers-sur-Oise

Montbéliard, what else?

Have a stay in the Ker Moor Hotel in Saint-Quay-Portrieux, on the way to Saint-Brieuc and its amazing Maison Saint-Yves

From the Beauport Abbey, passing by the GwinZegal art center, until La Roche Jagu castle, discover the Côtes d’Armor through Les Minutes Bleues festival

Take some good time in Alsace at Le Parc Hôtel Obernai and its Yonaguni Spa, bordered by the Route des Vins

Why not diving into the Arcachon Bay, within Les 12 de Larros Hotel in Gujan-Mestras, nearby La Maison de l’Huître!

More culture in Nîmes with the Vieux Nîmes, Beaux Arts and Carré d’Art Museums, before swimming at the C-Suites Hotel!

Sothys presents their new DX Glow range, along a plum and raspberry based seasonal cosmetics line

Let’s celebrate Oktoberfest 2024 in Munich or not, with a selection of Coofandy’s bavarian chemises!

For the Olympics 2024, LVMH exclusively introduces the ateliers of Berluti in Paris and Louis Vuitton in Asnières, with La Malle Courrier exhibition

Le Printemps Beauté welcomes in 2024 new niche perfumes, such as Estoras, Les Bains Guerbois, Miller Harris & Cra-Yon

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