NEWS
Snow Causes Significant Flight Disruptions - Snowfall in Paris has caused significant disruptions to flights on Friday, the 22nd of November, with delays and cancellations impacting Nice Côte d'Azur Airport. Flights from Orly and Roissy experienced delays of at least an hour, with some flights cancelled entirely. Passengers are advised to monitor airline updates for changes and rebooking options.
High School Bullying - High school students have created an artistic mural using stencils and paint to raise awareness about bullying In Monaco. Guided by artist Anthony Alberti, the project encouraged students to express their feelings and highlight the importance of speaking out and acting as witnesses. The initiative aims to foster empathy and inspire action against this widespread issue.
Events Against Violence Against Women - Several events are planned this weekend to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on the 25th of November in Avignon. Activities include a feminist concert and poster-making workshop on Friday, a protest against gender violence on Saturday, and a consent-themed conference on Sunday. Monday features a solidarity vigil during a local rape trial and a tribute to activist Gisèle Pelicot.
Farmers' Protest - The farmers’ protest continues today, blocking access to five supermarkets with tractors to denounce excessive retail margins and the Mercosur free trade agreement in Pertuis, in the Vaucluse. The demonstration disrupted operations, with one supermarket reporting €300,000 in lost sales and a missed food drive. Farmers argue they can no longer cope with unfair competition and decreasing profitability.
Breil-sur-Roya no longer Insured - Devastated by Storm Alex in 2020, Breil-sur-Roya, Alpes-Maritimes will cease being covered by their insurer in 2025, citing climate risks and financial challenges. Though the town has become less risky and has been equipped for resilience, the mayor is outraged. With no new insurer found, the town faces legal action against its former provider while grappling with potential future liabilities.
Illegal Luxury Cars Seized - Gendarmes have seized 12 luxury cars, a jet ski, and high-end goods worth €1.7 million on the 12th of November during an investigation into a suspected illegal vehicle rental operation tied to organized crime in the Var. The vehicles, often registered abroad, were used for infractions like speeding without repercussions. The probe, which began in December 2022, uncovered stolen cars and potential international criminal links.
Large Drug Trafficking Network Dismantled - A large drug trafficking network has been dismantled on the 19th of November, with eight suspects arrested in Martigues in the Bouches-du-Rhône. The operation uncovered over €14,000 in cash, cannabis, cocaine, and firearms, with the network earning up to €15,000 daily by serving over 100 customers. Four of the suspects are repeat offenders and now face charges including drug trafficking, organized crime, and illegal weapon possession.
Monegasque Sentenced for Driving under Heavy Influence - A 32-year-old Monegasque man has been sentenced to prison for a drug-fuelled car crash after driving under the influence of cocaine and cannabis, consuming up to 10 litters of wine, 40 joints, and 5 grams of cocaine daily. The crash injured two people, raising concerns about his severe addictions and lack of accountability. The court sentenced him to six months in prison, 18 months suspended, three years of mandatory treatment, and a driving ban.
BUSINESS
PayPal experienced a brief global outage on Thursday, affecting services like account withdrawals, express checkout, Venmo, and cryptocurrency transactions. The issue, starting at 10:53 UTC, was resolved quickly, but users reported login and payment issues, with over 7,000 complaints logged on Downdetector. Despite the hiccup, PayPal remains a financial giant with 432 million active accounts as of September.
And - SEC Chair Gary Gensler announced he will step down on January 20, the day of President-elect Trump's inauguration, after Trump's pledge to remove him over crypto enforcement actions. Gensler's tenure, marked by a crackdown on the crypto industry, contrasts sharply with Trump’s pro-crypto stance. Cryptocurrencies have surged following Trump’s election win, signaling a potential policy shift under the new administration.
SPORTS
Football - Premier League clubs have voted to approve changes to rules governing commercial deals, despite opposition from Manchester City, Newcastle United, Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa.
Formula 1 - American car maker General Motors is closing in on securing an entry to Formula 1 as a team owner in 2026.
Tennis - Jannik Sinner inspired reigning champions Italy to a comeback victory over Argentina which set up a Davis Cup semi-final against Australia. The 23-year-old then partnered Matteo Berrettini to a 6-4 7-5 victory against Andres Molteni and Maximo Gonzalez in Malaga.
WEATHER
Not a cloud in the sky this early afternoon with strong winds persisting. Highs of 11 degrees in the Bouches-du Rhône, 15 in the Var, and 18 degrees in the Alpes-Maritimes.
Tonight, light clouds with lows of 11 degrees.
Outlook for this weekend,
Rather cloudy with moderate to strong winds around the Var.
Light rain on Sunday and highs of 16 degrees.
On Monday partly cloudy with strong winds and highs of 18 degrees.
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