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Destinations

Discover these iconic European shopfronts without spending any money

Shopfronts can easily go unnoticed as we go about our busy lives, but these colourful stores bring European cities to life.

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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.

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.

France

Calls for calm after Corsican nationalist dies from prison attack

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

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Food and Drink

First female chef will represent France at Bocuse d'Or Europe

Could she become the first French woman to win the coveted Bocuse d’Or?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

France

France further eases COVID restrictions on masks and health passes

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

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.

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.

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Gathering in support of Ukraine in front of the European Parliament

Gathering in support of Ukraine in front of the European Parliament

France

Four convicted in trial over Islamic State killing of French priest

The defendants were convicted of conspiring to kill 85-year-old Father Jacques Hamel in his Normandy church in 2016.

Art

Kyiv City Ballet find safe haven in French capital

One of the dancers will be headed to the Ukrainian border in the coming days to pick up her young daughter who was accompanied out of the country.

France

France closes manslaughter investigation into Germanwings plane crash

All 150 passengers and crew were killed when the co-pilot deliberately crashed the aircraft into the French Alps.

Work

Meet the women CEOs shaking the foundations of the tech industry

Euronews Next spoke to the women who are breaking down barriers in the tech world and asked them why the industry is still falling flat on gender parity.

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Climbers scale Paris skyscraper in support of Ukraine

Clad in Ukraine's colours, two Frenchmen climb to the top of Paris' Montparnasse tower, a 210-metre skyscraper, in support of the country under invasion from Russia.