"Libraries"

#12016290

4 February 2025

Workers and trade unionists of the CGT hold the flag of the local branch 'Toulouse Municipality'. Several trade unions, mainly SUD and the CGT, call for a gathering in front of one of the buildings of the Toulouse Metropole to protest against sweeping cuts. The mayor of Toulouse, Jean-Luc Moudenc (LR right), and the head of Toulouse Metropole demand sweeping cuts across the board. In his line of sight are sectors of culture (theaters, activities for children, public libraries), sports such as public swimming pools, sciences popularization (Quai des Savoirs, National Museum of Natural History), social services, and even school canteens. He plans to allocate more money to security cameras (more than 4,000 planned for 2025) and local police. The French government demands the cuts due to a significant shortfall in public finances. The cuts are planned to be anywhere between -60% and -30% of their latest budgets in Toulouse, France, on February 4, 2025.

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#12016292

4 February 2025

MP Francois Piquemal of the left party LFI (France Unbowed) speaks to people who gather. Several trade unions, mainly SUD and the CGT, call for a gathering in front of one of the buildings of the Toulouse Metropole to protest against sweeping cuts. The mayor of Toulouse, Jean-Luc Moudenc (LR right), and head of Toulouse Metropole demands sweeping cuts across the board. In his line of sight are sectors of culture (theaters, activities for children, public libraries), sports such as public swimming pools, sciences popularization (Quai des Savoirs, National Museum of Nature History), social services, or even school canteens. He plans to allocate more money to security cameras (more than 4,000 planned for 2025) and local police. The French government demands the cuts due to a significant shortfall in public finances. The cuts are planned to be anywhere between -60% and -30% of their latest budgets in Toulouse, France, on February 4, 2025.

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#12016294

4 February 2025

A worker and trade unionist of the CGT holds a flag of the CGT local branch 'Toulouse Municipality'. Several trade unions, mainly SUD and the CGT, call for a gathering in front of one of the buildings of the Toulouse Metropole to protest against sweeping cuts. The mayor of Toulouse, Jean-Luc Moudenc (LR right), and head of Toulouse Metropole demands sweeping cuts across the board. In his line of sight are sectors of culture (theaters, activities for children, public libraries), sports such as public swimming pools, sciences popularization (Quai des Savoirs, National Museum of Nature History), social services, or even school canteens. He plans to allocate more money to security cameras (more than 4,000 planned for 2025) and local police. The French government demands the cuts due to a significant shortfall in public finances. The cuts are planned to be anywhere between -60% and -30% of their latest budgets in Toulouse, France, on February 4, 2025.

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#12016297

4 February 2025

A protester holds a cardboard sign reading 'Culture: programmed destruction, everything will disappear'. Several trade unions, mainly SUD and the CGT, call for a gathering in front of one of the buildings of the Toulouse Metropole to protest against sweeping cuts. The mayor of Toulouse, Jean-Luc Moudenc (LR right), and the head of Toulouse Metropole demand sweeping cuts across the board. In his line of sight are sectors of culture (theaters, activities for children, public libraries), sports such as public swimming pools, science popularization (Quai des Savoirs, National Museum of Natural History), social services, and even school canteens. He plans to allocate more money to security cameras (more than 4,000 planned for 2025) and local police. The French government demands the cuts due to a significant shortfall in public finances. The cuts are planned to be anywhere between -60% and -30% of their latest budgets in Toulouse, France, on February 4, 2025.

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#12016300

4 February 2025

A worker stands with a CGT 'Toulouse Municipality' flag near a banner reading 'Public services federation' during the gathering. Several trade unions, mainly SUD and the CGT, call for a gathering in front of one of the buildings of the Toulouse Metropole to protest against sweeping cuts. The mayor of Toulouse, Jean-Luc Moudenc (LR right), and the head of Toulouse Metropole demand sweeping cuts across the board. In his line of sight are sectors of culture (theaters, activities for children, public libraries), sports such as public swimming pools, sciences popularization (Quai des Savoirs, National Museum of Nature History), social services, and even school canteens. He plans to allocate more money to security cameras (more than 4,000 planned for 2025) and local police. The French government demands the cuts due to a significant shortfall in public finances. The cuts are planned to be anywhere between -60% and -30% of their latest budgets in Toulouse, France, on February 4, 2025.

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#11863077

13 December 2024

Two people engage with a public bookcase filled with lending books in Brussels, Belgium, on July 30, 2023. This free book exchange initiative fosters a sense of community, encouraging people to borrow, share, and read books without cost. Public bookcases like this symbolize an eco-friendly, accessible alternative to traditional libraries and bookstores, while also promoting literacy and social interaction among locals and visitors.

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#11627107

1 October 2024

The banner reads 'Angry librarians, against the destruction of public services'. Between 3,000 and 5,000 protesters march in Toulouse, France, on October 1, 2024, called by the FSU, the CGT, and the SUD unions to protest against Macron's choice of Michel Barnier (conservative) as prime minister. Unions call this protest to remind President Macron that the first coalition elected in June in the French Parliament is the New Popular Front. They also lead for better wages. They accuse the president of ignoring election results by naming Michel Barnier (LR, Right) as prime minister. The left, led by LFI, accuses Macron of a denial of democracy and stealing the election after Macron refuses to pick the candidate of the New Popular Front (NFP) alliance that comes top in the July vote. The left and the far-left unionize in a new umbrella called 'Nouveau Front Populaire' (i.e., 'New Popular Front'). President Emmanuel Macron calls a snap legislative election in June and is defeated. The new prime minister will try to govern with a coalition of Macronist and rightists. The RN (far right) says it will judge on pieces. Similar protests take place elsewhere in France.

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#11616529

28 September 2024

A mobile robot football competition takes place at the AGH University of Science and Technology during the Malopolska Night of Scientists in Krakow, Poland, on September 27, 2024. The Malopolska Night of Scientists is an event held on the last Friday of September. The event is organized by universities, research institutes, libraries, museums, and many others, and its goal is to fascinate participants of all ages with science and the world.

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#11616531

28 September 2024

An aviator flight simulator at the AGH University of Science and Technology during the Malopolska Night of Scientists in Krakow, Poland, on September 27, 2024. The Malopolska Night of Scientists is an event held on the last Friday of September. The event is organized by universities, research institutes, libraries, museums, and many others, and its goal is to fascinate participants of all ages with science and the world.

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#11616539

28 September 2024

An aviator flight simulator at the AGH University of Science and Technology during the Malopolska Night of Scientists in Krakow, Poland, on September 27, 2024. The Malopolska Night of Scientists is an event held on the last Friday of September. The event is organized by universities, research institutes, libraries, museums, and many others, and its goal is to fascinate participants of all ages with science and the world.

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#11616544

28 September 2024

Boston Dynamics' Spot robot dog demonstrates at the AGH University of Science and Technology during the Malopolska Night of Scientists in Krakow, Poland, on September 27, 2024. The Malopolska Night of Scientists is an event held on the last Friday of September. The event is organized by universities, research institutes, libraries, museums, and many others, and its goal is to fascinate participants of all ages with science and the world.

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#11616546

28 September 2024

Boston Dynamics' Spot robot dog demonstrates at the AGH University of Science and Technology during the Malopolska Night of Scientists in Krakow, Poland, on September 27, 2024. The Malopolska Night of Scientists is an event held on the last Friday of September. The event is organized by universities, research institutes, libraries, museums, and many others, and its goal is to fascinate participants of all ages with science and the world.

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#11616548

28 September 2024

Boston Dynamics' Spot robot dog demonstrates at the AGH University of Science and Technology during the Malopolska Night of Scientists in Krakow, Poland, on September 27, 2024. The Malopolska Night of Scientists is an event held on the last Friday of September. The event is organized by universities, research institutes, libraries, museums, and many others, and its goal is to fascinate participants of all ages with science and the world.

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#11616551

28 September 2024

Boston Dynamics' Spot robot dog demonstrates at the AGH University of Science and Technology during the Malopolska Night of Scientists in Krakow, Poland, on September 27, 2024. The Malopolska Night of Scientists is an event held on the last Friday of September. The event is organized by universities, research institutes, libraries, museums, and many others, and its goal is to fascinate participants of all ages with science and the world.

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#11616553

28 September 2024

Boston Dynamics' Spot robot dog demonstrates at the AGH University of Science and Technology during the Malopolska Night of Scientists in Krakow, Poland, on September 27, 2024. The Malopolska Night of Scientists is an event held on the last Friday of September. The event is organized by universities, research institutes, libraries, museums, and many others, and its goal is to fascinate participants of all ages with science and the world.

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#11616554

28 September 2024

A hand-forming glass demonstration takes place at the Institute of Ceramics and Building Materials during the Malopolska Night of Scientists in Krakow, Poland, on September 27, 2024. The Malopolska Night of Scientists is an event held on the last Friday of September. Universities, research institutes, libraries, museums, and many others organize the event to fascinate participants of all ages with science and the world.

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