Social Media Ban Overturned; Far-Right Gains Ground in Public Service
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In a significant legal development, France's Constitutional Council has overturned a ban on social media for minors under 15, ruling it an undue infringement on freedom of expression and communication. This decision marks a reversal of a recent legislative effort concerning online access for young people.
Politically, the far-right Rassemblement National party is reportedly gaining substantial ground within the French public service, attracting civil servants from state, local, and hospital sectors. This trend emerges alongside a new investigation revealing a Republican Guard sergeant major expressing racist theories without facing repercussions, tarnishing the institution's image.
Meanwhile, wildfires have reignited in the Landes region, leading to new evacuations and the deployment of an Australian mega-helicopter to combat the blazes. This comes as an investigation highlights the government's failure to establish a promised local air base for firefighting planes in the Southwest. The ongoing extreme heat is also accelerating the grape harvest, raising concerns about reduced yields.