French workers angry about pensions and more
Tuesday, for the second time in seven days, more than 3.5 million people turned out in militant demonstrations across France.
Millions protest pension "reform" in France
More than 3.5 million took to the streets throughout France on Tuesday protesting moves to raise the retirement age from 60 to 62.
World Notes: France, UK, DR Congo, Iraq, China, Cuba
A quick look at news from France, United Kingdom, Iraq, Cuba, Democratic Republic of Congo and China.
French support union strike vs. Sarkozy’s pension plan
An overwhelming majority of the French people support the Sept. 7 union strike and demonstrations protesting the proposed raise in retirement age from 60 to 62.
Immigrant bashing in France
What do France's right wing President Nicolas Sarkozy and Arizona's Republican governor Janet Brewer have in common? Immigrant bashing.
World Notes: Cuba, Bolivia, Australia, Kenya, UN, France
Fidel on Obama, Bolivia's economy, Australian uranium mining, Kenyan constitution, UN and climate change, France vs. Roma.
Bicyclist Contador crowned “King of Tour”
To win at any point in the Tour de France, it is said you must have "fire in your belly!" I certainly agree!
Tour de France thrills!
Since I was young, I have loved cycling, especially the Tour de France, race for the 'Maillot Jaune' (yellow jersey), the golden fleece of cycling.
Japan’s new prime minister vows strong economy - but for whom?
Prime Minister Kan Naoto in his first policy speech said he will pursue a "third way" on the economy, but it doesn't look like it.
In France, number of women smokers on the rise
France: Experts warn of women's growing dependence on tobacco and other drugs.
