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Sao Paulo allows pets to be buried with their owners under new law

In a landmark move reflecting Brazil’s deep affection for companion animals, the state of Sao Paulo has authorized the burial of pets in family graves and mausoleums alongside their owners. The measure, which took effect Tuesday, formally acknowledges the emotional bond between people and their......

Macron advocates UNESCO status for French bistros and cafés

President Emmanuel Macron urged the inclusion of France's bistros and cafés on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage during the traditional Epiphany galette ceremony at the Élysée Palace on Monday. He highlighted their role in preserving French culinary traditions,......

Sakina Karchaoui ranks top 3 in France's sexiest female athletes

Sakina Karchaoui, the left-back for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), has become a rising star in the world of sports, shining on both French and international stages. Named among the three "sexiest" athletes in France in a survey conducted by Discurv and published in late December 2025, the Franco-Moroccan......

Jazz critic Francis Marmande passes away at 80

French writer, literary scholar, and renowned jazz critic Francis Marmande has died at the age of 80 after a long illness, according to media reports confirmed on Saturday. His passing marks the end of a major intellectual and cultural voice in French journalism. Born in Bayonne in January 1945, Francis......

Timothée Chalamet’s bold campaign pays off as “Marty Supreme” sets box office record

Timothée Chalamet has addressed the wave of attention surrounding his daring promotional tour for Marty Supreme, defending his strategy as a creative extension of the film’s vision. The actor explained that his high-energy campaign featuring striking fashion choices, unconventional......

CAN 2025: At Moulay Abdellah Stadium, an opening ceremony designed as an African manifesto

Morocco officially launched the Africa Cup of Nations 2025 with a spectacular opening ceremony held at the Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Designed as a powerful visual and symbolic narrative, the show combined pan-African storytelling, artistic performance and immersive technologies, setting the tone......

French actor Pierre Vial, honorary member of the Comédie-Française, dies at 97

French actor, director and theater educator Pierre Vial, an honorary member of the Comédie-Française, died on Saturday at the age of 97, his family announced. He passed away in Paris at the Rothschild Foundation. Vial was widely known by the general public for his role as the wizard Eusebius......

Investigation into corruption and searches involving French culture minister Rachida Dati

An investigation into alleged corruption has led to searches at the homes of French Minister of Culture Rachida Dati, as well as at the Paris district city hall she currently heads, according to judicial sources. The inquiry focuses on payments reportedly received by Dati during her time as a member......

Hakimi and Hassan Hajjaj unveil creative JUJ space in Casablanca during AFCON

Moroccan football star Achraf Hakimi and acclaimed artist Hassan Hajjaj have joined forces to open JUJ, a creative concept space in Casablanca launched in the run up to the Africa Cup of Nations. Conceived as a temporary venue, the project aims to mirror Morocco’s vibrant cultural energy during......