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France

In France's poor suburbs, locals want to be heard without contempt

Locals in Clichy-sous-Bois, a poor suburb of Paris, tell Euronews no one is listening to them.

28/03/2022

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Corsica: Tense rally near riot police barracks

More than 500 people take part in a tense demonstration in front of riot police barracks near Bastia, in Corsica.

28/03/2022

France

Protesters interrupt €4.2 million auction of "stolen" 19th-century Gabonese mask

Protesters demanded the return of a ‘stolen’ 19th-century Gabonese mask sold at auction for €4.2 million.

27/03/2022

France

'Solidarity on all levels': French company brings employees from Kyiv

Lener Cordier relocates staff from its factory in Kyiv to the north of France as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues.

26/03/2022

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Coffin of slain Corsican nationalist Colonna arrives for church ceremony

Several hundred people accompany the coffin of Yvan Colonna through the streets of Cargèse, Corsica, to the Latin church where his funeral is taking place.

25/03/2022

France

New Interpol boss investigated in France for 'torture' and 'barbarism'

The allegations against Ahmed Nasser Al-Raisi relate to one of the main Emirati opponents.

25/03/2022

Food and Drink

Meet France's latest 3-star Michelin chefs

Chefs Arnaud Donckele in Paris and Dimitri Droisneau in Cassis (south-eastern France) have been awarded three stars in France by the Michelin guide.

23/03/2022

France

Watch: Stop backing Russia's war machine, Zelenskyy tells French firms

Renault has moved to suspend activity in Russia after Ukraine's president cited the carmaker along with Auchan, Leroy Merlin and others, saying "values ​​are worth more than profits".

23/03/2022

France

Calls for calm after Corsican nationalist dies from prison attack

The fatal attack has sparked rioting and protests on the French Mediterranean island.

22/03/2022

France

Germany scales back COVID-19 restrictions despite high infection rate

Germany has scaled back COVID-19 restrictions despite a surge in cases. But in some regions, hospitals are still overloaded and restrictive measures have been extended.

20/03/2022

France

France marks 10th anniversary of antisemitic shootings in Toulouse

Seven people — including three children — were killed in a series of shootings in southwestern France in March 2012.

20/03/2022

Experiences

Indulge in food and wine on these flight-free trips to France

See the baptism of the new vintage in Chablis, or taste the finest chocolates in Paris, after a quick trip through the Eurotunnel.

20/03/2022

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Rally in support of Ukraine on the esplanade of Paris City Hall

Rally in support of Ukraine on the esplanade of Paris City Hall

18/03/2022

France

Emmanuel Macron unveils policies as he seeks second presidential term

The French President said he would increase the retirement age, cut taxes and further loosen labour market rules if he wins next month's election.

17/03/2022

France

France to discuss Corsica 'autonomy' after violent protests

Violent clashes and riots have broken out on the Mediterranean island after a pro-independence prisoner was attacked.

16/03/2022

Culture news

TikTok to be official partner with Cannes Film Festival 2022

TikTok will provide exclusive red carpet and backstage access as well as running a competition for users, all to attract a new generation to Cannes.

16/03/2022

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French oak trees airlifted to rebuild Notre-Dame cathedral

In the Bercé state forest in France's Sarthe region, some hundred-year-old oaks that will be used to rebuild Notre-Dame cathedral are "flying" as part of a test project.

15/03/2022

France

France further eases COVID restrictions on masks and health passes

Face masks are still required on public transport and in healthcare facilities.

14/03/2022

Smart Regions

Harnessing the power of the sun to purify water

In partnership with the European Commission

In this episode, Smart Regions looks at how a sustainable system called Helio is able to harness the power of the sun to purify water.

14/03/2022

Culture news

Ukraine's cultural heritage is in danger, UNESCO warns

UN officials have warned that the country's entire cultural life is at risk of disappearing as Moscow continues its aggression.

12/03/2022

France

Former amateur football coach jailed for sexually abusing children

The 49-year-old man was given an 18-year prison sentence by a Paris court.

11/03/2022

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Macron welcomes EU leaders for Ukraine crisis talks at Versailles

Macron welcomes EU leaders for Ukraine crisis talks at Versailles

11/03/2022

Art

Secrets of the Mona Lisa revealed at immersive exhibition in Marseille

The subject of the portrait's mysterious smile and her unproven identity have made the painting a source of ongoing investigation and fascination.

11/03/2022

France

Violent clashes continue in Corsica after prominent prisoner attacked

Protesters have rallied for several days after a convicted murderer and Corsican independence activist was left in a coma by another prisoner.

10/03/2022

France

France's Macron proposes raising retirement age to 65

French President Emmanuel Macron would raise the retirement age to 65 if reelected in April, his government spokesman said.

10/03/2022

Culture news

Gérard Depardieu charged with rape and sexual assault by French court

Actress Charlotte Arnould was aged 22 when she presented herself to police in Lambesc in southern France at the end of August 2018, claiming to have been raped a few days earlier on two occasions at the actor's Parisian home.

10/03/2022