Latest update: 13/02/2012 

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'Sarkozy: a candidate this week'

FRENCH PAPERS, Mon. 13/02/12. According to Le Figaro, Nicolas Sarkozy will announce he’s running for a second term between now and the end of the week. The right-leaning paper says that although on paper everything is against him, he will still win the election. The Communist paper L’Humanité says Sarkozy is pandering to potential voters from the far-right.

IN THE PAPERS
By Florence VILLEMINOT

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Some articles from today’s French press review:
 
L’Humanité: “Extreme right” 
Racism: enough is enough! (Libération)
14/11/2013 - IN THE FRENCH PAPERS

Racism: enough is enough! (Libération)

FRENCH PAPERS - Thurs. 14/11/13: French papers react to yet another racist comment aimed at Justice Minister Christiane Taubira. Libération says enough is enough and calls on citizens to express their outrage.
Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's billion-dollar empire
13/11/2013 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's billion-dollar empire

INTERNATIONAL PRESS – Weds. 13/11/13: International papers are optimistic about last weekend's talks between Iran and the West. The International New York Times says although the talks were disappointing, at least they are alive. Also, Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is at the head of a business empire worth 95 billion dollars, according to Le Figaro. Finally, Lily Allen is back with a single that takes a jab at the sexist music industry.
Why not try a little kindness?
13/11/2013 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

Why not try a little kindness?

FRENCH PAPERS – Weds. 13/11/13: Will he or won’t he? French papers focus on whether or not a cabinet reshuffle could be on the cards for President François Hollande. Meanwhile, La Croix reminds readers it’s International Kindness Day.
Typhoon in the Philippines: How to Help
12/11/2013 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

Typhoon in the Philippines: How to Help

INTERNATIONAL PRESS – Tues. 12/11/13: International papers continue to focus on the devastating typhoon in the Philippines. The Filipino press warns that due to global warming, this "nightmare" could happen again. Also, what’s the best way to help? Slate and Buzzfeed provide tips on how to lend a hand to the rescue effort.
Hollande: from 'President of Kisses' to 'President of Hisses'
12/11/2013 - IN THE FRENCH PAPERS

Hollande: from 'President of Kisses' to 'President of Hisses'

FRENCH PAPERS – Tues. 12/11/13: François Hollande has gone from being the "President of Kisses" to the "President of Hisses" after his motorcade was booed following an Armistice Day memorial ceremony on Monday. French papers zoom in on who was heckling him and what this means for the unpopular president.

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