Wardrobe crisis: Resisting ultra-fast fashion in France

The Neoliner Origin has embarked on its inaugural two-week voyage from France to the US, aiming to transform the shipping industry, which is known for its significant environmental impact. The journey faced challenging weather conditions, with winds reaching 74 mph, officially classified as a hurricane. Despite the difficulties, the ship represents a potential shift towards more sustainable transport methods in maritime logistics.

The European Union, supported by France and Germany, is considering a rollback of its stringent technology regulations. This shift aims to stimulate economic growth and reduce the bloc's reliance on U.S. technology companies. The EU initially sought to establish high standards for tech governance but is now reevaluating its approach in light of current economic challenges.

A French court has sentenced eight men to prison terms ranging from three to 15 years for their involvement in a smuggling network linked to a tragic shipwreck in the Channel in 2023 that resulted in the deaths of seven Afghan migrants. This case has highlighted the existence of an organized trafficking system operating across Europe.

Boualem Sansal, a French-Algerian writer, has been released from an Algerian jail and is now back in France, according to his support committee. His release comes six days after being transferred via Germany. Sansal was arrested in November 2024 during a diplomatic crisis between France and Algeria. Upon his arrival in France, he was welcomed by President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace.

A giant IUD installed at Paris’s Place de la République draws attention to the increasing anti-contraception movements globally and the blockage of contraceptive shipments in Belgium. Activists attribute these issues to aid cuts during the Trump administration. This traveling sculpture aims to raise awareness about the ongoing barriers women face regarding access to contraception worldwide.

Irish photographer Daragh Soden has discussed his new exhibition in Paris with FRANCE 24, which explores themes of gender roles, identity, and the connections between the subjects in his photographs and himself. Soden's work focuses on the world of drag queens, where he often appears in various roles such as an admirer or voyeur. The exhibition is currently on display at the Irish Cultural Centre in Paris and will remain open until Christmas.

Boualem Sansal, a French-Algerian writer, has been released from an Algerian jail and is now back in France, according to his support committee. His release comes six days after being transferred via Germany. Sansal was arrested in November 2024 amid a diplomatic crisis between France and Algeria. Upon his arrival in France, he was welcomed by President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace.

In Paris, a group of individuals returned from the UK under the controversial 'one in, one out' immigration scheme express feelings of fear and hopelessness. Afran, an Iranian asylum seeker, recounts his experience of being sent back to France for the second time, having previously returned to the UK in a small boat after his initial removal on September 19. He describes the situation as terrifying, highlighting the ongoing struggles faced by those affected by this immigration policy.