Dec 18: Flu Epidemic Peaks and Political Controversies in France

December 18, 2025 05:58

About this episode

France is on high alert as a flu epidemic threatens to overwhelm hospitals during the holiday season. In addition, a parliamentary commission reveals troubling connections between political parties and extremist groups, igniting nationwide debates. Tune in for updates on these pressing issues and more.

00:00 - France Today
00:39 - Flu Epidemic in France Set to Peak Around Year-End, Hospitals Brace for Impact
01:39 - Parliamentary Commission Uncovers Electoral Links Between La France Insoumise and Islamist Groups
02:44 - Suicide in Ain Leads to Deadly Residential Building Explosion
03:36 - France and Italy Unite to Delay EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement Ratification over Agricultural Safeguards
04:42 - Macron Condemns Viral AI-Generated Fake Coup Video as Facebook Refuses Removal
05:39 - Finishing up

Macron Condemns Viral AI-Generated Fake Coup Video as Facebook Refuses Removal
France and Italy Unite to Delay EU-Mercosur Trade Agreement Ratification over Agricultural Safeguards
Suicide in Ain Leads to Deadly Residential Building Explosion
Parliamentary Commission Uncovers Electoral Links Between La France Insoumise and Islamist Groups
Flu Epidemic in France Set to Peak Around Year-End, Hospitals Brace for Impact

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