The “burkini” — a full-body swimsuit favored by some Muslim women that resembles a wetsuit worn by divers or surfers — has become a political and cultural trigger point in France.
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In Plain Sight: 5 Examples of Hidden Symbolism in ‘Amélie’ | Tribeca Shortlist
The color red, garden gnomes, drinking glasses. We examine 5 examples of hidden symbolism in ‘Amélie’ starring Audrey Tautou.
Source: In Plain Sight: 5 Examples of Hidden Symbolism in ‘Amélie’ | Tribeca Shortlist
Whoo-ee! Ride me high
I’ve been a fan of Francis Cabrel’s since first hearing Édition Spéciale‘ performed by Cabrel (with hilarious accompaniment from Albert Brooks) in the 1987 film “Broadcast News.”
Here’s a video I pieced together featuring Cabrel’s excellent French cover of Dylan’s “You Ain’t Goin’ Nowhere.” Pictured are Linda and I at the 70 AD Roman amphitheatre in Nîmes where we saw Cabrel in concert on 7/22/2016.
Also, there’s lovely Linda kayaking in Ilse Sur La Sorgue, and dancing in a bike taxi while being pedalled through Paris.
Parisian pressure cooker: life in the kitchen for Michelin-starred Hélène Darroze
As just one of five women chefs in Paris with Michelin stars, Hélène Darroze believes feminine perspectives help shape her award-winning food, but that ultimately it’s all about happiness
Source: Parisian pressure cooker: life in the kitchen for Michelin-starred Hélène Darroze
The Dardennes Explore Their Theme in ‘Two Days, One Night’ – The New York Times
“Two Days, One Night,” the new film from the Dardenne brothers, follows a woman who must ask her co-workers to sacrifice their bonuses for her.
Source: The Dardennes Explore Their Theme in ‘Two Days, One Night’ – The New York Times
France wildfires near Marseille contained – BBC News
Firefighters contain wildfires in southern France which were threatening the city of Marseille but remain on alert as more windy conditions are expected.
Source: France wildfires near Marseille contained – BBC News
Pas De Merde 