An uneasy stalemate exists in the South Pacific territory as Paris continues to enforce a nightly curfew and a ban on the sale of alcohol.
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Macron Arrives in New Caledonia, French Territory on Brink of Civil War
New Caledonia, a French territory in the Pacific, is on the brink of civil war as pro-independence activists protest a law that would expand voting rights.
Deadly Clashes in New Caledonia Raise Fears of Civil War
France has sent troops to quell violence in New Caledonia, where Paris is seen as backtracking on promises of self-determination.
Ecuador Voters Back Daniel Noboa’s New Security Measures
Voters in Ecuador gave their new president, Daniel Noboa, who deployed the military to fight gangs in January, even more powers.
Ireland’s Prime Minister, Leo Varadkar, Resigns
Leo Varadkar, whose Fine Gael party has struggled in the polls, said he would step down as leader of the country and of his party, citing “personal and political reasons.”
A Sudden Turn in Voter Sentiment Helped Quash Changes to Ireland’s Constitution
The vote against the changes dealt a blow to a government that had hoped for an easy victory. But the outcome does not necessarily reflect a turn toward a more conservative electorate.
Ireland Rejects Constitution Changes, Keeping ‘Women in the Home’ Language
Two proposed amendments, which voters considered on Friday, were intended to reflect the more secular, liberal values of the nation’s modern era.
Ireland’s Referendums on Women and Family in the Constitution, Explained
The country will consider two amendments: one to remove the reference to a woman’s domestic duties and another to expand the definition of family.
Parisians Vote to Triple Parking Fees for Some S.U.V.s
The city authorities say that large cars pollute more and are dangerous for pedestrians. Opponents say the mayor is on a crusade against motorists.
Quebec Still Longs for Its Lost Hockey Team, a Nationalist Symbol
Ever since the Quebec Nordiques decamped in 1995, leaving a hole in the Francophone city, vote-seeking officials have vowed to bring them back. But younger voters may be starting to forget the team.