The private Facebook group, called the Ligue du LOL, was behind waves of online mockery of women in journalism, often those who were feminists.
Author: AURELIEN BREEDEN
Attempted Raid on News Site’s Offices Prompts Outcry in France
Prosecutors tried to search the offices of Mediapart after it published recordings of Alexandre Benalla, a former presidential aide who is the target of several investigations in France.
Sex Crime Reports Are Up in France. Officials See a #MeToo Effect.
A government analysis found victims increasingly willing to talk to the authorities. It was published as two police officers were convicted in a closely watched rape case.
Wife of Former Interpol Chief Seeks Asylum in France
Grace Meng, whose husband, Meng Hongwei, was abruptly detained in China on corruption charges last year, says she fears for her safety.
Paris Explosion at Bakery Kills at Least 4 and Injures Dozens
The Paris police said the blast that injured at least 47 people, 10 critically, was probably caused by a gas leak.
‘Yellow Vest’ Protests Dwindle Amid Warnings and Concessions
Thousands still turned out after the government cautioned that protests could complicate the task of preventing terrorism after an attack this week in Strasbourg.
Strasbourg Suspect Was on a Watch List: What Are the ‘S Files’?
Chérif Chekatt, 29 was flagged by French security services for possible radicalization and put in a database. But that does not mean he was monitored around the clock.