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Back on the campaign trail, Marine Le Pen readies herself for battle in Hénin-Beaumont, where she'll face Jean-Luc Mélenchon. We also take a look at the private jet company poking fun at the president-elect's pricey short haul flights, and try to guess who'll be picked for the top posts in the new cabinet.

MEDIAWATCH
By Olivia Salazar-Winspear
Eight millionaire ministers...
15/04/2013 - MEDIAWATCH

Eight millionaire ministers...

...and other juicy details of "Operation Transparency", or François Hollande's bid to win back public confidence after the Cahuzac tax evasion scandal. All his ministers had to reveal their assets in one fell swoop. Journalists across France were waiting on front of their computers pressing the "refresh" button, waiting for the government website to dish the details!
The Minister and the Chief Rabbi
11/04/2013 - MEDIA WATCH FRANCE

The Minister and the Chief Rabbi

Another one bites the dust - it seems every week brings its resignation whether it be in the world of politics or religion. After the Budget Minister Jérôme Cahuzac's tax evasion scandal, now it's France's Chief Rabbi caught in a scandal over plagiarism. His resignation was announced today. Finally, a video of François Hollande as a student is not very flattering.
'But they're all liars!' says Cahuzac
10/04/2013 - MEDIA WATCH FRANCE

'But they're all liars!' says Cahuzac

The disgraced former Budget Minister who was turfed out of the Government and the Socialist Party for tax evasion still hopes to hold onto his parliamentary seat. His reasoning, according to ‘Le Canard Enchaîné’? Well, he’s not the only liar! Hardly reassuring! Also, as politicians answer questions about their assets in a new spirit of transparency, we take a look at some unexpected answers.
The face of homophobia
09/04/2013 - MEDIAWATCH FRANCE

The face of homophobia

A vicious assault on the streets of Paris has given a face to homophobia. Wilfred de Bruijn was badly beaten up last weekend simply for holding his boyfriend's arm, this in the midst of an increasingly radical and violent movement against gay marriage. He posted a photo of his swollen face on Facebook and within 24 hours it had spread like wildfire across the media. Could Wilfred's face provide the focus for a backlash?
The day that Thatcher dies
08/04/2013 - MEDIAWATCH FRANCE

The day that Thatcher dies

Margaret Thatcher is dead and while some pay tribute to her economic legacy online, there is much celebration on the passing of the Iron Lady. We take a look at some tweets, songs and blogs that suggest many don't miss Maggie that much!

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