Ratings agency S&P on Friday downgraded France’s credit score for the first time since 2013, citing a deterioration in the country’s budgetary position. Issued on: 31/05/2024 – 22:29 1 min S&P justified its decision to lower its rating for the EU’s second-largest economy to “AA-” from “AA” by saying the budget deficit was forecast to … Read more
Sixth-seeded Andrey Rublev berated his own behavior after he was knocked out of the French Open by Matteo Arnaldi 7-6 (6), 6-2, 6-4 in the third round on Friday. Issued on: 31/05/2024 – 22:13 3 min Rublev showed frustration throughout over his lack of precision, committing 37 unforced errors and four double faults. After netting … Read more
From our correspondent at Roland-Garros – French Open officials have banned alcohol in the stands and vowed to evict troublemakers as the unruly behaviour of fans comes once more under scrutiny. But for many at Roland Garros, raucous crowds and feverish home support are what make the Paris slam special. Tucked away in a corner of … Read more
Issued on: 31/05/2024 – 14:00 As decided by EU member states and the European Parliament, sales of internal combustion engine cars will be banned in the bloc by 2035, thereby forcing a transition to electric vehicles. How will Europe’s car manufacturers manage this major change? FRANCE 24’s Charles Pellegrin puts the question to Julia Poliscanova, … Read more
Novak Djokovic reached the French Open last 32 for the 19th successive year on Thursday as Roland Garros organisers banned alcohol from the stands in an effort to counter disruption from rowdy fans. Issued on: 31/05/2024 – 02:04 3 min Defending champion Djokovic cracked 43 winners past Spain’s 63rd-ranked Roberto Carballes Baena to canter to … Read more