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Time of India
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Brigitte Macron Slap Controversy: How Emmanuel Macron met his wife
A fraction of a moment. Possibly, a slight lapse in judgement. And a full-fledged media frenzy. On Sunday late night, a seemingly innocuous moment during French President Emmanuel Macron 's state visit to Vietnam has taken the internet by storm. In a now-viral video, Brigitte Macron, the First Lady of France, was seen appearing to slap her husband, the French President, Emmanuel Macron's face as they were about to leave the aircraft. As seen in the video, the apparent suddenness of the blow caused the French President to step back before he recovered. He then waved to the cameras on the tarmac below. Brigitte, however, was seen remaining momentarily hidden behind the plane's fuselage, blocking any view of her body language. The couple then descended the steps together, with Brigitte refusing her husband's arm. — RT_com (@RT_com) The viral video, now being circulated as a testament to the crack between the First Couple of France, has left a significant dent in what the world has, so far, seen and considered as a one-of-a-kind love story. As the present timeline takes a dip in the bitter aftermath of the incident, let's rewind. How did Emmanuel meet Brigitte? Emmanuel Macron and Brigitte Trogneux's paths first crossed in 1993 at the Lycée la Providence in Amiens, France. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Zumbido e perda de audição? Médico revela técnica caseira de 1 real para aliviar! Zumbido no ouvido Undo Emmanuel, then 15, was a student in Brigitte's drama class. Brigitte, 39 at the time, was also the mother of one of Emmanuel's classmates. Their connection deepened through their shared involvement in the school's theater productions. Despite the 24-year age gap, Emmanuel was captivated by Brigitte's intellect and charisma. He famously declared, "Whatever you do, I will marry you," when he was just 17. The endurance of young love: Emmanuel and Brigitte share an age gap of approximately 24 years, with Brigitte being born on April 13, 1953, and Emmanuel on December 21, 1977. Naturally, the relationship faced immediate challenges. Emmanuel's parents were concerned about the age difference and the potential implications of their bond. In an attempt to end the relationship, they sent him to Paris to complete his education. During this time, Brigitte also distanced herself, believing that Emmanuel would eventually fall in love with someone his own age. However, their connection endured. They maintained contact through letters and occasional meetings, and once Emmanuel graduated, they reunited. The testament of patience and perseverance: Brigitte and Emmanuel's relationship remained discreet for nearly a decade. Brigitte, who had three children from her previous marriage, was cautious about the potential impact on her family. She took time to ensure that her children were well-adjusted before fully embracing her relationship with Emmanuel. In an interview, she explained, "That lasted ten years, the time to put them on the rails. You can imagine what they were hearing. But I didn't want to miss out on my life." The long-lasting partnership: In 2007, after years of navigating societal scrutiny, Brigitte and Emmanuel married in a private ceremony. Emmanuel, then 29, was a civil servant, and Brigitte had resigned from her teaching position to support his burgeoning political career. Brigitte played a pivotal role in Emmanuel's rise, advising him on public speaking and managing his campaign. Despite the public's fascination with their age difference and unconventional beginning, Brigitte and Emmanuel Macron have maintained a strong and enduring partnership. Their relationship has weathered public scrutiny and personal challenges, standing as a testament to their commitment to each other. Here's hoping the First Couple of France braves this storm as well. One step to a healthier you—join Times Health+ Yoga and feel the change
Time of India
13-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
‘How do you sleep at night?' Donald Trump asks Saudi prince during speech — here's why
During his diplomatic trip to Saudi Arabia, US President Donald Trump raised eyebrows with an unusual question to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman (MBS): "How do you sleep at night?" The question was asked during a speech at a royal gathering in Riyadh, where Trump addressed an audience of global business elites. The 78-year-old president, on his first international trip since taking office for a second term, turned to MBS and asked, "Mohammed, do you sleep at night? How do you sleep?" — RT_com (@RT_com) Trump was praising the Crown Prince 's ability to overcome criticism and build Saudi Arabia into a powerful global business hub. He added, "He tosses and turns like some of us. It's the ones that don't toss and turn — they're the ones that will never take you to the promised land," suggesting that MBS's determination, despite the challenges he faced, was what made him a successful leader. Trump's speech at the Saudi Royal Court focused on his admiration for Saudi Arabia's transformation under MBS's leadership. "Critics doubted it was possible, what you've done, but over the past eight years, Saudi Arabia has proved the critics totally wrong," Trump said, earning a standing ovation from the audience. Trump also remarked on the close relationship between the US and Saudi Arabia, saying, 'Oh, what I do for the crown prince,' referring to actions like lifting sanctions on Syria at MBS's request. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo Despite Saudi Arabia's controversial human rights record, Trump described the kingdom as 'the center of the world." 'We are rocking. The United States is the hottest country, with the exception of your country,' Trump said, showing more friendly praise for MBS. Trump's trip to Saudi Arabia has largely centred around bolstering economic ties and security cooperation in the region, with major trade agreements expected to generate billions in investments. Elon Musk, Sam Altman, and other high-profile names also joined Trump on this trip.
Express Tribune
28-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
OnlyFans star Lily Phillips faces deportation threats over sleeping with 1000 men in 24 hours
Lily Phillips, a 23-year-old British model, revealed she initially intended to carry out her controversial plan of having sex with 1,000 men in a day on American soil, but this led to threats of deportation. She explained that she was warned about being expelled from the country if she went ahead with the stunt. Additionally, she faced intense questioning from U.S. border officials, who investigated whether she was involved in prostitution. Speaking on the *Plug Talk* podcast, the OnlyFans creator said her stunt "almost got her banned from the US." For context, OnlyFans is a subscription-based platform where creators share exclusive content with their subscribers. In a clip shared on X by "@RT_com," host Lena Nersesian remarked, 'She just came in last night. Had a hard time coming in.' Lily Phillips confirmed that she was stopped by authorities at LAX and interrogated about her adult career and the reason for her visit to the U.S. Lily, who has previously said she "doesn't know what self-respect is," shared: 'They were asking if I was a prostitute." She joked in response, "Depends who's asking." She further elaborated, 'I was very much, like, 'Yeah, I f*** all these guys but they don't pay a penny, so it's not prostitution technically'.' The controversial OnlyFans creator, who has been labeled "bizarre" by another model, said: 'I just f*** a lot of guys.' She also disclosed, 'I was meant to do it here, but I got quite a lot of advice saying, 'You will be deported if you do it here.'' Lily, who recently became emotional in a documentary by filmmaker Joshua Pieters, gained rapid fame after sleeping with 101 men in 24 hours, according to *The Sun*. The influencer, who has previously shared that she received death threats and faced a potential ban from Airbnb for using a rental property for a sexual stunt without the owner's knowledge, said she joined OnlyFans at the age of 19. At the time, she was a micro-influencer with 16,000 Instagram followers but grew frustrated with fashion content and decided to pivot to the adult industry.
