Category: Demonstrations, Protests and Riots

France’s Avoids a Debt Downgrade From Moody’s, but Is Given a Warning

The New York Times – Business:
Moody’s held the country’s credit rating steady amid political uncertainty and a rise in borrowing costs that have worsened France’s debt situation.
Looted Goods From French Stores Appear on Resale Sites After Riots

The New York Times – Business:
Officials in France are pressing online platforms like eBay and Vinted to remove items that were stolen during public disturbances over the weekend.
In France, Raging Against the Luxury Machine

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
The looting of stores belonging to brands like Dior, Celine and Hermès has exposed a crack in the glossy facade.
Heading to France? Amid Recent Unrest, Here’s What to Know

The New York Times – Travel:
Rioting over affordability and public education has swept through Paris and other French cities, and there may be more to come.
Target Says It’s Not Working With ICE Amid Uproar Over Parking Lot Use

The New York Times – Business:
The retailer came under attack for being a staging area for immigration officers after Thursday’s shooting in New York City.
He Ran a Top Lady Gaga Fan Page. Then He Vanished.

The New York Times – Music:
Kirill Nguyen, the founder of Gaga Daily, said he had been imprisoned in Belarus for participating in pro-democracy protests. He resurfaced this week after an absence of more than two years.
Steven Kolb, CFDA Head, Resigns After Confrontation With PETA Protesters

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Steven Kolb, the head of the Council of Fashion Designers of America for two decades, has stepped down after a physical altercation at a runway show.
These European Cities Say They Have Too Many Tourists. Why Are Their Airports Expanding?

The New York Times – Travel:
Airport expansions in places like Venice, Barcelona and the Spanish island of Mallorca can undermine local efforts to restrain overtourism, and can even enable more tourists to come.
What Everyone May Remember Most From N.Y.F.W.

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
An executive’s tussle with runway protesters casts a shadow over an otherwise sleepy week.
Rising Fuel Prices Set Off Anger and Protests Around the World

The New York Times – On the Runway:
From Indonesia to Guatemala to Syria, shortages and price increases are leading to protests and blackouts.
Steve Kolb, C.F.D.A. President, Involved in Physical Altercation with Fashion Show Protesters

The New York Times – Fashion & Style:
Steve Kolb, head of the Council of Fashion Designers of America, was captured on video physically restraining PETA protesters at a runway presentation on Sunday.
Dear A.I. Companies: This Is Why America Hates You (and What You Can Do About It)

The New York Times – On the Runway:
We won’t get fooled again.