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'More female ministers, less political wives'

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INTERNATIONAL PAPERS, Thursday 6th September: The Times leads with the tragic shooting of four people in the French Alps; The Jerusalem Post and the New York Times both give their reaction to the latest events at the US Democratic Convention, and Corriere della Sera pays homage to an Italian hero at the Paralympics.

IN THE PAPERS
By Katerina VITTOZZI

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Some articles from today’s international press review:
 
The troubling viral trend of the 'hilarious' black neighbour
08/05/2013 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

The troubling viral trend of the 'hilarious' black neighbour

INTERNATIONAL PAPERS, Weds. 08/05/13: International papers focus oh the three young women found alive after vanishing about a decade ago in Cleveland and the neighbour who helped save them. Slate says it’s a shame his heroism is being overshadowed by the public’s desire to laugh at his "colorful" interview. Also, a war of words between China and the US over cyber-espionage, and the resistance begins against Google Glasses, months before their release.
Hollande puts his ministers under pressure
08/05/2013 - IN THE FRENCH PAPERS

Hollande puts his ministers under pressure

FRENCH PAPERS, Weds. 08/05/13: François Hollande has given an interview to Paris Match where he alludes to the possibility of a government reshuffle. Aujourd'hui en France says this is a message to the French people that he hears their concern, and a warning to ministers to shape up. Although Hollande claims no minister is immune, Le Figaro says several ministers are "untouchable" and unlikely to get the boot.
How to make a gun with a 3D printer
07/05/2013 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

How to make a gun with a 3D printer

In today’s press review, we take a look the Israeli press following Israel's suspected air strikes on Syria. Also in the papers: make your own gun thanks to a 3D printer, and find out which countries are best to give birth in!
Syria: 'Civil war turns regional crisis'
06/05/2013 - IN THE WORLD PAPERS

Syria: 'Civil war turns regional crisis'

INTERNATIONAL PAPERS, Mon. 06/05/13: International papers react to reports of Israeli air strikes on Syria. Haaretz says Israel is trying to send a "pacifying message" to Bashar al-Assad: the country’s sole interest in the air strikes is preventing the transfer of weapons to Hezbollah, not regime change. Also, Germany’s biggest neo-Nazi trial gets underway while the Independent says anti-Semitism is on the rise in Europe.
Hollande: a day of judgment, exactly one year after his election
06/05/2013 - IN THE FRENCH PAPERS

Hollande: a day of judgment, exactly one year after his election

FRENCH PAPERS, Mon. 06/05/13: François Hollande is all over the French press today: a day of judgment, exactly one year after his election. He had promised things would change when he was elected, but he’s facing fierce criticism from across the political spectrum... including from his former supporters.

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More Female Politicans

by Anonyme - 06/09/2012 - 19:11

Rubbish,Women should be at home,looking after the family .That's what you are on the planet for.Leave the men to get on with what's important for society.PS Only about 1 percent of women ever reach a top position in life.Why search for a life that will end up making you miserable .

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