Category: France

‘Take Back Your Pass’: Mass Protests Erupt Against COVID-19 Vaccine Passports in France

Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets across France over the weekend to demonstrate against the government’s COVID-19 vaccine passport mandate that prevents unvaccinated individuals from entering restaurants, bars, and using long-distance travel. France’s Interior Ministry told Reuters that 215,000 people are estimated to have protested, which is down slightly from the 237,000…


‘Liberty’: Mass Protests Erupt Against COVID-19 Vaccine Passports in France

Tens of thousands of protesters took to the streets across France over the weekend to demonstrate against the government’s COVID-19 vaccine passport mandate that prevents unvaccinated individuals from entering restaurants, bars, and using long-distance travel. France’s Interior Ministry told Reuters that 215,000 people are estimated to have protested, which is down slightly from the 237,000…


France’s COVID-19 ‘Health Pass’ Expands in Scope Despite Protests

The French government on Monday expanded more activities requiring the use of a COVID-19 “health pass” despite large-scale protests against such measures. The pass extensions include visiting hospitals, intercity travel and going to restaurants and cafes. The pass is proof of vaccination, a negative COVID-19 test, or recovery from the disease. It has been required…


‘No Vaccine Passports’: Massive Protests Across France Over COVID Rules Starting Monday

For the fourth consecutive weekend, thousands of demonstrators in France took to the streets to protest against the country’s strict new COVID-19 rules, including a so-called “health pass” that restricts unvaccinated people from entering restaurants, bars, gyms, and other venues. Video footage uploaded on social media showed demonstrators marching in Paris, chanting slogans against vaccine…


‘No Vaccine Passports’: Massive Protests Across France Over New COVID Rules

For the fourth consecutive weekend, thousands of demonstrators in France took to the streets to protest against the country’s strict new COVID-19 rules, including a so-called “health pass” that restricts unvaccinated people from entering restaurants, bars, gyms, and other venues. Video footage uploaded on social media showed demonstrators marching in Paris, chanting slogans against vaccine…


France Beats ROC in Men’s Volleyball Final to Win Gold

TOKYO—France beat the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) team in the men’s volleyball final on Saturday in a sensational five-set match to grab their first Olympic gold medal in the sport. The ROC took the silver and Argentina upset 2016 gold medalists Brazil to claim the bronze. “It’s a magic that our dreams came true,” said…


France, Italy Set to Roll out COVID-19 Health Passes

Unvaccinated citizens of France and Italy are set to face tighter restrictions after officials ruled in favor of COVID-19 health passes for those attempting to enter restaurants, bars, and hospitals, as well as travel. In France, the country’s top constitutional authority on Aug. 5 agreed with most aspects of a new law that requires citizens to carry a special…


France to Offer COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots, Ignoring WHO Call

France plans to give COVID-19 vaccine booster shots for the most vulnerable and elderly populations as soon as next month, disregarding a call from the World Health Organization (WHO) for a moratorium on the jabs until more people are vaccinated across the globe. “Yes, we will probably need a third dose, not for everyone straight…


‘Our Freedom Is in Danger’: Protests Erupt Across Europe Over COVID-19 Mandates

Thousands of people in France demonstrated against a special “health pass” and marched through Paris and other French cities on Saturday, with most protests being peaceful with a few sporadic clashes. Some 3,000 security forces deployed around Paris for the third weekend of protests against the pass that will be required soon to enter restaurants…


ROC Scoops Gold in Women’s Foil Teams Final

CHIBA, Japan—The Russian Olympic Committee (ROC) cruised to victory in the women’s foil team event on Thursday, beating France in the finals at the Tokyo Games. Ranked number one in the world, the Russians slowly and steadily opened and extended their lead over the French, eventually winning the match at 45–34. That was despite Marta…