Adoption of 2026 budget in National Assembly increasingly uncertain
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After several days of intense debates in the National Assembly, the 2026 finance bill increasingly resembles a 'Frankenstein' budget, a patchwork of contradictory amendments complicating its final adoption. The executive, avoiding Article 49.3, faces strong opposition on measures like the surtax on multinationals and limits on sick leave. Lawmakers from all sides have adopted or suppressed key provisions, raising the risk of overall rejection.
Criticism of Dousa over false Hamas links
Benjamin Dousa (M) faces criticism for claiming Swedish aid went to an organization linked to Hamas. The Palestinian group ICHR denies the allegations and stresses its political independence. Sida states no aid has reached terror organizations.
Industry warns of cost shock from rising rail track prices
The German industry is sounding the alarm over new costs from increases in rail track prices for freight transport. Starting in 2026, these prices are set to rise by 7.5 percent, causing millions in additional expenses for companies like BASF. Critics fear offshoring and higher emissions from a shift to trucks.
Police officer shoots fleeing driver in central Hesse
2025년 10월 29일 22시 20분Hurricane Melissa could bring mild weather to France
2025년 10월 29일 21시 18분Bavarian State Opera opens season after partial renovation
2025년 10월 29일 20시 56분Paris 2026 municipal elections show scattered start and possible rightward shift
2025년 10월 29일 19시 56분Ségolène Royal publishes book and eyes left primary for 2027
2025년 10월 29일 19시 35분Reconstruction of Dresden Frauenkirche completed in 2005
2025년 10월 29일 18시 58분Man remanded for murder in Gävle park
2025년 10월 29일 17시 04분Senate adopts insufficient bill against high living costs in overseas territories
2025년 10월 29일 15시 00분Jokkmokk municipality flips repatriation grant
2025년 10월 29일 11시 54분Police check knives in ahrensburg underpass
Assembly adopts multinational tax against government wishes
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During the 2026 budget review, French National Assembly deputies adopted an LFI amendment Tuesday evening to tax profits actually realized by multinationals in France, estimated at 26 billion euros by supporters. Backed by a left-RN alliance, it follows the doubling of the GAFA tax from 3% to 6%, despite strong government opposition decrying fiscal overbidding. These votes could yield over 20 billion euros for the state but may be overturned in the Senate.
France integrates non-consent into rape definition
The French Parliament adopted a major amendment to the penal code on October 29, 2025, integrating non-consent into the definitions of rape and sexual assaults. This transpartisan achievement defines consent as free, informed, specific, prior, and revocable. It aims to clarify criminal law following intense debates and initial hesitations.
Fan in critical condition after collapse in darmstadt
A SV Darmstadt 98 fan collapsed during the DFB-Pokal match against Schalke 04 and is now in critical condition in hospital. The incident occurred shortly after kickoff on the north stand at the Stadion am Böllenfalltor. Darmstadt still won the match convincingly 4:0.
Municipalities reject talks on repatriation
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Several Swedish municipalities are declining the government's invitation for dialogue on voluntary repatriation. The Left Party proposes redirecting 1.4 billion kronor from the repatriation grant to rural municipalities. Migration Minister Johan Forssell criticizes the decisions and stresses the importance of providing information to residents.
New Caledonia: parliament approves postponement of provincial elections
The French Parliament has approved the postponement of provincial elections in New Caledonia, originally set for November, to June 28, 2026 at the latest. This decision, passed by the National Assembly on October 28 and the Senate on October 29, represents a first step toward resuming debates on a sensitive institutional reform. It comes amid the May 2024 violence and the fragile Bougival agreement, rejected by independentists.
McDonald's recalls seasoning mix
McDonald's is recalling its 'Tasty McShaker seasoning' due to an ingredient that fails to meet EU requirements. The product is an add-on for seasoning french fries. The recall was announced in a company press release.
Justice minister Strömmer shaken by assault on Mohammad
Justice Minister Gunnar Strömmer is shaken and upset after reading about the assault on Mohammad Aluaudt Allah. Four Nazis are charged in the attack. Strömmer emphasizes that no one in Sweden should fear violence due to foreign background.