France

Green News

Can Paris’s historic zinc roofs be adapted to rising temperatures?

Over 60 per cent of roofs in the French capital are made of the sheet metal.

23/11/2024

Europe News

French farmers block Bordeaux port in fourth day of nationwide protest

Proponents of the EU-Mercosur deal argue it would boost economic ties between Europe and South America by removing tariffs on exports, notably for machinery, chemicals and cars. However, the deal is widely seen as not beneficial for the agricultural sector.

21/11/2024

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France celebrates Beaujolais Nouveau 2024 release

Beaujolais Nouveau was officially uncorked at midnight on 20-21 November 2024, continuing a cherished tradition that dates back to the 1950s and gained global popularity in the 1980s.

21/11/2024

Food and Drink

Cheers to the new vintage: Beaujolais Nouveau gets its Parisian debut

At Paris’ iconic brasserie Au Pied de Cochon, the tradition of uncorking Beaujolais Nouveau 2024 kicked off at midnight with free glasses, raffles, and a celebration of French heritage.

21/11/2024

Culture news

Robbers steal diamond-encrusted snuffboxes in raid on Paris museum

The 18th century snuffboxes were on loan from the Louvre and part of an estimated €1 million haul stolen by the robbers in a 'very violent raid'.

21/11/2024

Europe News

Le Pen criticises prosecutors for seeking a 'political death sentence'

The French far-right leader says her embezzlement trial is "politicised" and denounces prosecutors for seeking to ban her from public office.

21/11/2024

Culture news

French activist Shanley Clemot McLaren on fighting cybersexism

Shanley Clemot McLaren received an award for her fight against cybersexism at the Young Activists Summit - held at the UN on 19 November - alongside four other activists aged under 30 years old.

20/11/2024

Culture news

Nike honours Rafael Nadal's career with stunning tribute in Paris

Nike paid tribute to Rafael Nadal’s legendary career by projecting a stunning 10-metre animated image of the 22-time Grand Slam champion on the Place du Trocadero in Paris.

20/11/2024

Europe News

Farmers block highway near French-Spanish border

Farmers have staged protests throughout the week across France, saying the EU-Mercosur trade deal threatens their livelihoods.

20/11/2024

Business

Rivalry intensifies between French watchdogs over electricity pricing

The French competition watchdog warns artificial pricing is unhelpful for consumers and stifles market rivalry. The energy regulator disagrees.

20/11/2024

Health news

New parents in Paris could be offered anti-pollution baby 'gift bags'

The proposed effort, set to go to a vote on Tuesday, is similar to "baby box" programmes in other European countries and includes non-plastic items.

19/11/2024

Europe News

Gisèle Pelicot calls out rape culture in historic French trial

Gisèle Pelicot's trial against her husband and more than 50 other men who raped her shocked France and triggered nationwide protests raising awareness against sexual violence.

19/11/2024

Culture news

Charles Dumont, composer of 'Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien', dies aged 95

French singer-songwriter Charles Dumont, who composed Edith Piaf's famous song 'Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien' has died aged 95.

19/11/2024

Culture news

Here are some controversies ahead of Notre Dame de Paris' reopening

The Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral, whose historic bells were silenced following 2019’s devastating fire, will soon echo again with fresh chimes. Although the Cathedral will reopen on 7 December, the process has been far from smooth. Take a look at some of the twists and turns along the way.

19/11/2024

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No comment: Farmers protesting against the MERCOSUR treaty block traffic in southern France

In France's Var department, farmers protesting against the MERCOSUR treaty gathered this Monday morning at various locations in the area, blocking highway traffic in Le Cannet-des-Maures.

18/11/2024

Europe News

French farmers mobilise nationwide to protest EU-Mercosur trade deal

Farmers across France are on the road again, protesting the EU-Mercosur agreement and arguing that the deal would create unfair competition.

18/11/2024

Art

Paris' latest exhibition explores beauty across art and history

The Louvre Museum in Paris has partnered with L’Oréal Groupe to present "Of All Beauties!", an immersive exhibition exploring the concept of beauty across art and history.

18/11/2024

Food and Drink

The Blood of Volcanoes: Wine and Beer in France's Auvergne region

A land of volcanoes sits on a tectonic rift that could have cleaved France in half millennia ago. But does the conviviality of wine and beer help to foster cohesion?

17/11/2024

Europe News

Spain's Vox leader to head Patriots for Europe party

Santiago Abascal, the leader of Spain's nationalist Vox party, has been named the new chairman of the Patriots for Europe party.

16/11/2024

Tech News

Reporters Without Borders presses charges against X in France

X failed to stop the spread of a pro-Russia video impersonating Reporters Without Borders, the NGO said.

15/11/2024

Lifestyle

New study reveals what has changed in French people's sex lives

A wide-ranging French study published this week reveals ‘major changes’ in people's sexuality over the last ten years. Here are the key takeaways.

15/11/2024

Tech News

French people spend about 3.5 hours online every day - survey

A new survey conducted in France found that people spend half of their internet time on very large platforms.

15/11/2024

Europe News

Protests and high security in Paris for France-Israel football match

Thursday's game was held in a tense atmosphere and under exceptional security measures a week after violent clashes broke out in Amsterdam between pro-Palestinian demonstrators and Israeli football fans.

15/11/2024

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No comment: Protests in Paris after pro-Israel gala organised by far-right figures

Protests erupted in Paris on Wednesday against a controversial gala organised by far-right figures in support of Israel. The event, intended to raise funds for the Israeli military, included Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich in its list of invited guests.

14/11/2024

France

Thousands march in Paris ahead of France-Israel football match

The demonstration was also organised to denounce a highly controversial gala organised on Wednesday night by the Israeli far-right in Paris.

14/11/2024

Europe News

Prosecutor seeks jail and election ban for Le Pen in embezzlement case

The French far-right leader could be ruled out of France's 2027 presidential election if she is found guilty of misusing public funds.

13/11/2024