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Economy and business
Orange, SFR, Bouygues Telecom and Free have increased the cost of some mobile and fixed-internet plans, using both direct price rises and offers that add services for an extra monthly fee. The changes are drawing attention as France’s competition authority still has to approve the sale of SFR’s parent group.
Politics and regulation
A court in the Rhein-Main region has sentenced a man to five years in prison for a bank robbery involving hostage taking. The judge ruled that while the defendant understood his actions, his ability to control them was significantly impaired due to amphetamine-induced paranoia.
Digital culture, social media and creators
TikTok creator @agrittygirl recounted receiving 60 roses at her office and being interrupted during a meeting as co-workers handled the delivery and flowers. The Daily Dot said it could not independently verify her account.
Space and astronomy
The term describes an elected official who remains in office after an election but before a successor takes over. Its origins lie in 18th-century London finance, while America’s long transition period once left outgoing presidents with months of authority.