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IMMIGRATION
Migrants asked to trade traffickers for residence permits
France's new minister of immigration is asking migrants to expose illegal immigration networks in return for a French residency permit. But immigrant-rights advocates are skeptical about the plan.
SOUTH AFRICA - ANGOULÊME FESTIVAL
S.Africa’s subversive comic book series, 'Bitterkomix'
Anton Kannemeyer and Conrad Botes, cult personalities of South Africa’s underground comic book scene, created comic book series “Bitterkomix” – a savage indictment of the apartheid era, entrenched conservatism and the country’s racist past.
PARIS FASHION WEEK
Black is back as labels wear the financial crisis on their sleeves
In keeping with economic trends, some designers have toned things down at Paris fashion week, while others are forging ahead with colour. Paul Smith, Alber Elbaz and Franck Boclet tell us how they found inspiration in the global crisis.
FINANCIAL CRISIS, LUXURY GOODS
Stitched-up fashion houses turn on their heels
Vuitton, Cartier, Chanel and Dior ... the temples of fashion are feeling the economic pinch. To retain sales, some luxury giants have made a beeline for the ultra-rich, while others are dressing down their wares to include more affordable products.
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OBAMA AND THE MUSIC
From hip-hop to classical, musicians toast Obama
Music with impact has been one of the more extraordinary results of Barack Obama's election campaign and his eventual inauguration. From classical to rock, soul and hip-hop, we look at the variety and sheer quantity of music in the campaign.
GAZA
Should reader comments on Gaza be censored?
Your opinions matter to us. If news sites filter readers’ reactions, is it censorship or are the sites trying to provide a better service?
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GUINEA
The military's continued stranglehold on power
For the last quarter of a century, the reins of power in Guinea have been held by army officers who have led successful coups. However, the junta is faced by strong generational and tribal divisions it must overcome to remain in charge.
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GUINEA
Military grab power after president dies
Within hours of President Lansana Conte's death, the Guinean military claimed it had taken control in a coup - but the situation remains unclear with the government insisting it is still in charge, pointing to divisions within the army's ranks.
IMMIGRATION - FRANCE
Before joining your family, learn French
Aspiring migrants hoping to be reunited with their families in France are now required to take a French language test. But the French government has lowered its expectations and candidates aren’t actually required to pass it.
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HUMAN RIGHTS
'I'm angry with the French government'
Stéphane Hessel contributed to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in 1948. Six decades later, he stands up for the rights of Palestinians and immigrants in France.
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