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Saudi Arabia to Pump €6 Billion into Paris-Area Theme Parks. Saudi Arabia plans to invest €6 billion in three new theme parks near Paris, including a Dragon Ball Z attraction, aiming to create 22,000 new jobs.

Investigation Targets Saint-Denis Mayor Over Public Funds Misuse. Saint-Denis mayor Bally Bagayoko faces a Parquet National Financier probe for alleged misuse of public funds connected to his RATP role amid conflict of interest concerns.

French Media Icon Philippe Bouvard Dies at 96. Legendary host Philippe Bouvard, famous for 'Les Grosses Têtes,' passes away at 96, leaving a profound legacy in French radio and TV.

Debt Cancellation Proposal Sparks Fierce Political Backlash in France. Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s call to cancel part of France’s national debt triggers strong criticism from government and opposition, fueling a heated political debate.

Left-Wing French Presidential Race Heats Up with Ecological Focus. As the 2027 election approaches, Mélenchon centers his campaign on ecology while Glucksmann formally announces his candidacy, intensifying the left-wing rivalry.