François Bayrou, a centrist heavyweight in French politics, has been appointed as the new prime minister following a vote of no-confidence that ended Michel Barnier’s minority coalition. Bayrou faces challenges such as Moody’s downgrade of France’s credit rating due to political instability and the need to navigate the three-bloc impasse in the National Assembly. While Bayrou seeks to build bridges across political divides, concerns remain about potential leftward policy shifts and his leadership style characterized by a strong ego and independent streak.
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Junior Bridgeman, N.B.A. Player Turned Mogul, Dies at 71
Junior Bridgeman, a former N.B.A. player turned successful entrepreneur, passed away at 71 in Louisville, Ky. He amassed a net worth of $1.4 billion through investments in fast-food restaurants, a Coca-Cola bottling business, and a minority stake in the Milwaukee Bucks. Bridgeman's business acumen and leadership extended beyond basketball, leaving a lasting legacy in both the sports and business worlds. Full Article
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