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Historian Jean-Jacques Yvorel Discusses Evolution of Juvenile Detention in France
Historian Jean-Jacques Yvorel shares insights on the evolution of juvenile detention in France from the late 18th century.
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Mauritius: Mamy Ravatomanga's Bail Application Refused Again
A Mauritius court has refused to grant bail to businessman Mamy Ravatomanga, citing the Financial Crimes Commission's allegations and the severity of the charges.
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Tragic Revolt at French Juvenile Penal Colony in 1866
A dozen young detainees died in a fire during a revolt at a juvenile penal colony on the French island of Île du Levant on October 2, 1866.
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Police Shooting Incident in Mauritius Sparks Controversy
A police sergeant fired a shot at a minibus in Mauritius, injuring a passenger, amid concerns about the officer's state of mind and official explanations.
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Unveiling the Migratory Experience of Algerian Adolescents in 1950s and 60s France
Researcher Mathias Gardet delves into the lives of hundreds of Algerian teenagers who arrived in France alone, placed in observation centers in the 1950s and 60s.
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Hundreds of Teenagers Joined Spanish Civil War
Hundreds of teenagers, some as young as 14, joined the Spanish Civil War, many fighting for the Republican side.
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Mauritius PM Unveils Multi-Phase Plan to Address Water Crisis
Mauritius Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam announces comprehensive plan to tackle water crisis
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Mauritius not referenced, 1945 Ordinance Revolutionized French Juvenile Justice
In 1945, France promulgated an ordinance to drastically change juvenile justice, responding to increased juvenile delinquency during WWII, focusing on education over punishment.
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Bank of Mauritius Injects $15 Million into Foreign Exchange Market
The Bank of Mauritius injected $15 million into the foreign exchange market on October 22, selling at a rate of Rs 47 per dollar.
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Exploring the Lives of 'Bad Girls' in Post-War France
Historian Véronique Blanchard sheds light on the lives of teenage girls in post-war France who were deemed "deviant" by society.
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Cambridge Allocates Assessed Grades after 8 Exam Papers Cancelled in Mauritius
Cambridge International Education to provide assessed grades for cancelled exam papers in Mauritius
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Mauritian Nutritionist Calls for Action and Transparency in Pesticide Debate
A leading Mauritian nutritionist, Ibteesam Pondor, has urged immediate action and transparency regarding pesticide use in agriculture.