France's economy is showing signs of difficulty, with new indicators from INSEE revealing stagnant growth, rising inflation, declining purchasing power, and depressed employment.

Le Monde: Clouds Gather Over the French Economy

The presentation of several worrying indicators by INSEE confirms the difficulties facing the French economy: growth is stagnant, inflation is rising, purchasing power is declining, and employment is depressed.

The student food aid organization Linkee is facing severe criticism from fifteen current and former employees, who allege widespread suffering due to the brutal management style of its president, Julien Meimon.

Mediapart: Food Aid: The Dark Side of the Linkee Association

Fifteen current and former employees denounce widespread suffering within the student food aid organization Linkee, accusing its president, Julien Meimon, of brutal management, which he denies.

The 2027 presidential election campaign is intensifying with new declarations and internal party dynamics. Journalist Natacha Polony has hinted at a presidential bid, while Édouard Philippe, Mayor of Le Havre and President of Horizons, engaged in a public exchange with Gabriel Attal, General Secretary of Renaissance, regarding campaign ideas. Laurent Wauquiez criticized Jean-Luc Mélenchon and advocated for a right-wing primary. Within the Socialist Party, Raphaël Glucksmann is the favorite for…

Le Monde: 2027 Presidential Election: Centre Torn Between 'Fratricidal Battle' and Need…

Facing the electoral momentum of the National Rally and La France Insoumise, the question of a single candidacy arises on the left, in the centre, and on the right. Moderate voters might be tempted to vote strategically in the first round for the candidate most likely to avoid a feared…

Mediapart: From Hollande to Darmanin, Édouard Philippe's Weekend of False Pretenses

After a debate with François Hollande, former Prime Minister Édouard Philippe met with Gérald Darmanin, attempting to infuse his campaign with a 'social fiber' while in reality defending right-wing policies.

Le Monde: 2027 Presidential Election: At Mont Mezenc, Laurent Wauquiez Criticizes…

Laurent Wauquiez, speaking at Mont Mezenc, directly criticized Jean-Luc Mélenchon while advocating for the concept of a primary election within the right-wing political spectrum.

Mediapart: PS Primary: Behind the Favorite Raphaël Glucksmann, Olivier Faure in Ambush

Raphaël Glucksmann, the favorite for the upcoming Socialist Party primary, faces challenges within the party ranks, potentially boosting the chances of the current party secretary, Olivier Faure.

Le Monde: Candidates for the Presidential Election Multiply Promises to Teachers, Who…

Candidates for the presidential election are increasing their promises to teachers, leading educators to question the underlying economic and social trade-offs.

Le Figaro: Live - 2027 Presidential Election: Natacha Polony Hints at Presidential…

Journalist Natacha Polony, who has launched her own political movement, has suggested she may run for president in 2027, outlining economic ideas focused on boosting production and reducing the trade deficit.

Le Figaro: 2027 Presidential Election: Philippe Responds to Attal's Criticism

In response to criticism from Gabriel Attal about his '20-year-old ideas,' Édouard Philippe has suggested the Prime Minister should focus on opponents rather than him, indicating a political sparring match for the 2027 election.

Le Figaro: Real Estate Taxation, Secondary Residences, LMPN... RN's Overhaul to 'Restore…

The RN party's program for the 2027 presidential election targets real estate taxation and regulations on secondary residences, aiming to 'restore property rights' by reforming rules that, according to them, have hampered the rental market and new housing production.

Former residents of the Maison de l'Argentine in Paris are protesting the appointment of Santiago Muzio, an associate of Marion Maréchal-Le Pen, as director, alleging that he is politicizing the institution and transforming it into a far-right meeting place.

Mediapart: 'We Are Afraid': At Maison de l'Argentine in Paris, Extreme-Right Director…

Former residents of the Maison de l'Argentine in Paris are protesting the appointment of Santiago Muzio, a close associate of Marion Maréchal-Le Pen, as director, accusing him of politicizing the institution and turning it into a far-right meeting place.

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has convened the government for a back-to-school seminar, likely focusing on upcoming policy and national priorities.

Le Monde: Sébastien Lecornu Gathers Government for a Back-to-School Seminar

Sébastien Lecornu is convening the government for a seminar focused on the upcoming period, likely addressing policy and national priorities.

Over 9,800 candidates admitted to the new 'bac + 3' public teaching competitions are set to begin a new training system on September 1st, with many facing confusion due to situations deviating from established norms.

Le Monde: For New Teaching Competition Entrants, A First Term Between Confusion and…

Over 9,800 candidates admitted to the new 'bac + 3' public teaching competitions will begin using the new training system on September 1st, with many situations deviating from norms and causing confusion.