Through a richly illustrated chronology with commentary, Jean-Christophe Buisson tells the story of 1945, the pivotal year of the 20th century in every field: political, geopolitical, military, social and cultural. A future reference work. This article was originally published in “Figaro Magazine”. You don’t have to be a history buff to know that 1945 saw […]
Édouard Philippe, the start of a long campaign towards the 2027 presidential election
EXCLUSIVE – Campaigning in the field, the candidate believes that the “clarity” of his ambition will be an advantage in winning the election against Gabriel Attal. If elected, he believes he can win a majority to “transform” the country and get it out of a “mess” he attributes to the decisions of the Head of […]
UBB falls to Clermont but snatches a point after a festival of tries
Dominated at the start of the game, Union Bordeaux-Bègles conceded their third defeat of the season at Clermont (32-27). But the Girondins were able to console themselves with a defensive bonus at the death. ASM Clermont maintained their unbeaten home record with eight tries in a thrilling match. with a 32-27 win over Union Bordeaux-Bègles.in […]
Gucci dresses up the look
For his new eyewear collection, Sabato De Sarno applies the recipes that have made him such a success on the catwalk. Something has changed at Gucci. Undeniably, Sabato De Sarno has reintroduced that touch of graphic elegance that sets the Italian house apart. As soon as he took up the coveted post of Creative Director […]
the dark story of Ségolène Royal’s 5 million euro solar road
MONEY DOWN THE DRAIN – In a small commune in Normandy, this project desired by the then Minister for the Environment came to nothing. Seven years after their installation, the photovoltaic panels were removed in May 2024. In this series of articles, Le Figaro goes in search of lost millions, wasted on useless or ill-sized […]
Kevin Seddiki, guitarist at a crossroads
” data-script=”https://static.lefigaro.fr/widget-video/short-ttl/video/index.js” > VIDEO – Thanks to his incredible technique, this musician can play all styles of guitar. Here he is, composer and performer on a new album Cenotes de Oro that spans traditions. A beautiful musical journey. Kevin Seddiki is an outstanding guitarist who, with his new opus, gives us the gift of his […]
suspected of aiding the Russian army, an American exfiltrated by special forces applies for Russian nationality
” data-script=”https://static.lefigaro.fr/widget-video/short-ttl/video/index.js” > The man who introduces himself as “Daniel Martindale” is believed to have arrived in Ukraine as early as 2022. For two years, he allegedly helped Moscow target Ukrainian troops. It was an astonishing press conference given by an American citizen this Saturday from Moscow. “Daniel Martindale” – which is how he introduces […]
LIVE – PSG-Lens : Paris can’t find a way out, but the Sang et Or still have hope
In the wake of Monaco’s defeat, Paris have the chance to move six points clear at the top of Ligue 1. But their opponents, Lens, are hoping to pull off a coup at the Parc des Princes. 18:45 Paris SG can’t find a way out (80th) The Parisians lack realism. They had chances but failed […]
A milestone for A. Lange & Söhne
The Saxon manufacturer celebrates in style its thirtieth anniversary and that of its benchmark watch, the Lange 1. October 24 is a special day in the Glashütte calendar. Walter Lange courageously decided to relaunch the watchmaking company founded in Dresden in 1845 by his great-grandfather in the heart of Saxony, in the convalescent East Germany […]
When “name and shame” promotes good corporate practice
SURVEY – Long payment terms, inequality between men and women, misleading information… The State no longer hesitates to use the Anglo-Saxon method of denouncing certain behaviors. They didn’t appreciate the gesture at all. Last August, three agri-food giants were singled out by Bruno Le Maire, who criticized them for not putting their money where their […]