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French couple barred from owning pets after they kept 159 cats

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A French couple from Nice has been handed a one-year suspended sentence for subjecting numerous animals to cruel conditions. In their 80-square-meter apartment, they were found to be housing 159 cats and seven dogs, many of which were suffering from dehydration, malnutrition, and parasite infections. The judge concluded that the couple had failed in their duty to properly care for the animals. As a consequence, they’ve been permanently banned from keeping pets and ordered to pay over €150,000 to animal rights charities and other involved parties.

Last year, authorities stumbled upon the distressing situation during a visit to the couple’s apartment, where they found animals crammed into every available space, surrounded by filth and excrement. Tragically, some of the cats and dogs had already perished due to their dire health conditions, with the bodies of at least two cats and two dogs discovered in the bathroom.

The couple’s explanation revealed a pattern of accumulating animals, with the woman, aged 68, describing them as the “love of her life,” although she admitted to having “screwed up.” Her initial collection of her parents’ pets in 2018 escalated when she took in around 30 cats from an abandoned building, leading to unchecked breeding. She expressed feeling a sense of abandonment herself, equating it to leaving the animals behind.

A psychiatric evaluation diagnosed her with “Noah’s syndrome,” a psychological compulsion to rescue animals, even when incapable of providing adequate care. This wasn’t the couple’s first encounter with authorities regarding animal welfare; they had previously been investigated in 2014 for housing 13 cats and a dog in an 18-square-meter studio apartment.

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French arrests after bomb scares trigger evacuations at airports and Versailles

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A recent spate of bomb threats in France has led to the arrest of 18 individuals, predominantly minors, involved in the disruptive activities. The threats have targeted significant landmarks such as the Palace of Versailles and the Louvre, along with schools, airports, and hospitals.

These incidents follow the recent stabbing of a teacher in Arras. Despite the heightened tension, the authorities maintain that there is no immediate specific threat. The bomb scares have been communicated through phone calls, emails, and a dedicated website.

Justice Minister Éric Dupond-Moretti has warned the culprits of the consequences they will face, as authorities employ various means, including IP addresses and phone numbers, to track them down. Perpetrating a fake bomb threat in France constitutes a punishable offense with potential imprisonment of up to three years and a fine of €45,000 (£39,000).

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Mainz Suspends Anwar El Ghazi for Controversial Israel-Gaza Post

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Mainz, the Bundesliga club, has suspended Dutch winger Anwar El Ghazi from both training and games due to a social media post concerning the Israel-Gaza conflict. The club deemed the post “unacceptable” and emphasized that El Ghazi had taken a stance on the ongoing conflict that did not align with the club’s values.

El Ghazi, who joined Mainz this summer after stints at Aston Villa and Everton, has participated in three league games since his transfer.

In response to the incident, Bayern Munich has reportedly planned to hold a detailed meeting with full-back Noussair Mazraoui after the player shared a pro-Palestinian video on Instagram.

Similarly, French prosecutors are investigating Nice defender Youcef Atal for allegedly posting an antisemitic video on social media regarding the Israel-Gaza situation. Both Mainz and Bayern Munich have been contacted for further comment on the matter.

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France shooting: Calmer night despite protests over Nahel M’s murder, minister says

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The death of a teenager shot by police at close range in France has sparked protests and unrest in various cities. However, the Interior Minister has reported a quieter night of protests with fewer arrests compared to previous nights.

The most intense clashes occurred in the southern city of Marseille. In a Paris suburb, attackers targeted the mayor’s house, injuring his wife as she attempted to flee with their children. The funeral for the teenager, Nahel M, was held with large crowds in attendance. The Interior Minister commended law enforcement for their actions, which contributed to a relatively calmer night. Around 45,000 police officers were deployed across the country for a second consecutive night.

The hope is that the security crackdown and the public’s disapproval of the violence will lead to a turning point and a decline in rioting. However, it is yet to be confirmed if this trend will continue. Clashes between police and rioters were reported in Marseille, with tear gas being used by the police. In Paris, a significant police presence deterred protesters from gathering on the Champs-Élysées.

The mayor of L’Haÿ-les-Roses denounced the attack on his home as a “murder attempt of unspeakable cowardice.” In other cities such as Lille, Lyon, Nice, and Strasbourg, clashes and vehicle fires were reported. The incident involving Nahel has reignited discussions about French policing, including a controversial firearms law from 2017 that allows officers to shoot at drivers who refuse to stop.

The issue of racism within the police force has also been raised, with the UN’s human rights office urging France to address this concern. President Emmanuel Macron strongly condemned the violence and criticized the exploitation of Nahel’s death to justify acts of violence.

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France struggling to over threat posed by Islamofascism

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The European country of France is struggling to overcome the threat posed by the dangerious political ideology of Islamofascism.

As many as three people have been brutally killed recently in France in a knife attack.

The attack has taken place in Nice. The Nice Mayor has expressed his sadness about the incident.

He has termed the attack as a terrorist attack.

Among the three who have been killed includes a woman. The woman has bene beheaded in the attack.

An investigation has been launched in the attack. The suspect has been arrested by the investigation team.

The latest attack has come shorty after France announced its decision to toughen its stand against terrorism.

France even entered into a dispute with Turkey because of its decision.

Turkey, as it felt the France’s decision offensive, called on its citizens to boycott the goods produced by France.

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