No Comment Hundreds gather in Paris to support anti-whaling activist Paul Watson A Greenland court extended the custody of anti-whaling campaigner Paul Watson until 13 November as Denmark reviews a Japanese extradition request. 23/10/2024
Food and Drink SIAL: Inside the food festival setting the next big food trends You could call it the Glastonbury of the food world. Marking its 60th anniversary in Paris, the SIAL fair has played host to some 7,500 food exhibitors from 200 countries over the past week. It may be closed to the public, but this is where food trends are set. 23/10/2024
Europe News EU Parliament and Council clash over €1.52bn cuts to 2025 budget 'The EU budget cannot be a prisoner of interest rates by reducing our programmes,' said leading lawmaker Victor Negrescu, as MEPs signalled clear opposition to proposed cuts setting stage for tense negotiations over the EU budget for 2025. 23/10/2024
Europe News French car parts workers on strike demand an EU future for their trade Valeo employees in Suze-sur-Sarthe are striking to save their jobs, as the automotive industry's future in Europe remains in doubt due to competition and downsizing. 23/10/2024
Europe News French authorities report two dead in failed English Channel crossing Authorities said 46 other people were rescued from a heavily overloaded inflatable boat that got into difficulty. 23/10/2024
Europe News Hungary calls for former prisoner turned MEP's immunity to be lifted Ilaria Salis spent 15 months in a Budapest cell on charges of assaulting far-right demonstrators before being granted immunity following her election to the European Parliament last June. 22/10/2024
Mobility This French start-up can convert your car into a hybrid EV in a day The company's kit can convert old petrol cars into electric hybrids in just one day. But experts say retrofitting old cars isn't the catch-all solution. 22/10/2024
Green News French MP proposes ban on certain type of bottled water France has various schemes in place to lessen plastic usage, but the proposed bill would go further still. 22/10/2024
Europe News French transport minister promises concrete action after meeting cycling associations François Durovray met with cycling associations following the tragic death of 27-year-old Paul Varry. 22/10/2024
Travel News Second French city sets up ‘Airbnb brigade’ targeting owners Mayor Benoît Payan says he wants to stop holiday rental owners from “wanting to make money off the people of Marseille”. 21/10/2024
Cinema James Franco, Alfonso Cuarón and more pay tribute to Isabelle Huppert Isabelle Huppert was awarded the prestigious Prix Lumière at the 15th anniversary of the Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, where she was celebrated by the likes of Alfonso Cuarón, Claire Denis, James Franco, and Noémie Merlant. 21/10/2024
France French transport minister to meet cycling groups after cyclist death After the tragic death of cyclist and advocate Paul Varry, allegedly killed by an SUV driver in Paris, protests have erupted across France, demanding safer roads for people on bicycles. 21/10/2024
Business Doliprane-maker Sanofi confirms exclusive talks with US firm CD&R The American private equity firm has agreed to French government demands about protecting jobs and investment in France. 21/10/2024
Europe News Ukraine aid, Middle East and budget - this week in the Parliament The European Parliament is in for a busy week in Strasbourg, with key issues like the budget, migration, Ukraine, and conflicts in the Middle East set to dominate discussions. Expect fiery debates among MEPs, along with the presentation of two major awards for human rights and journalism. 21/10/2024
Mobility Paris Motor Show 2024: Highlights from this year's blockbuster event The biennial Paris Motor Show hasn't disappointed, showcasing the latest in electric mobility. We take you through the week that was with our highlights. 20/10/2024
Europe News Clear-up under way after severe flooding in central France French weather agency Météo-France said as much as 700 millimetres of rain fell in in 48 hours in some local areas in the southern regions of Ardèche and Lozère. 19/10/2024
No Comment France battles worst floods in 40 years Heavy rainfall in central and southern France has triggered the worst flooding the region has seen in 40 years. 18/10/2024
France What is the story behind French far right-funded schools? In France, donors have been funnelling money into institutions which fully align with conservative values. 18/10/2024
Europe News Automobile workers don't believe taxing Chinese EVs is the solution The protest comes as the European Commission is considering imposing heavy tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. 18/10/2024
Art From Yayoi Kusama to Pablo Picasso: Your guide to Art Basel Paris 2024 From works by Yayoi Kusama and Salvador Dalí, to Pablo Picasso, Art Basel Paris is showcasing thousands of exceptional pieces from leading galleries. Here's your guide to this unmissable art extravaganza. 18/10/2024
No Comment Severe flooding hits south of France after torrential rain Torrential rain caused severe flooding in southern France, prompting red alerts and school closures in the Ardèche. 17/10/2024
Mobility Paris Motor Show 2024: The unexpected new tech on display this year We take a look at the less publicised tech that’s on display at the Paris Motor Show at the Porte de Versailles expo centre this week. 17/10/2024
France Europol targets gang charging up to €15,000 for fake wine The operation saw agents raid 14 locations and arrest six people — including one "high value target". 17/10/2024
France Anti-whaling activist Paul Watson seeks political asylum in France The Sea Shepherd founder has been in custody in Denmark since he was arrested in Greenland in July. 17/10/2024
France Marine Le Pen accuses judge of bias at EU embezzlement trial Le Pen and her co-defendants are accused of paying staff who worked directly for the party in France and rarely set foot in Brussels between 2004 and 2016, therefore violating EU rules. 16/10/2024
Europeans' Stories Meet the man fighting forever chemicals in France’s ‘Chemical Valley' Since PFAS were found in the south of Lyon, Pierre-Bénite has become a European symbol in the fight against forever chemical pollution. But what are these substances exactly, and why are they causing concern across Europe? 16/10/2024