French Farmers Protest Cow Cull as Lumpy Skin Disease Spreads

Anger is mounting among French farmers after authorities culled entire herds to curb lumpy skin disease. Roadblocks, manure dumping and appeals to the prime minister signal fears of escalation and deep distrust of the government’s response
France ramps up security for New Year’s Eve amid high terrorism threat

The heightened security measures come in response to the perceived elevated threat of terrorism, particularly in the wake of conflicts in Israel and Palestine