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Celebrity twins die six days apart after falling ill with COVID-19

They were known for their atypical physical transformation and their controversial scientific works.

Saudi Arabia

Dakar 2022: Paris opens terrorism probe after Frenchman hurt in blast

The Paris-Dakar rally no longer goes through Africa because of the threat of terrorism. It is currently being held in Saudi Arabia.

France

France charges first person over 2004 Sharm el-Sheikh plane crash

Dozens of French tourists were killed when the Flash Airlines flight crashed off the Egyptian coast in January 2004.

France

Feminist groups denounce French government's 'silence' after femicides

French associations "#NousToutes" and "Féminicides Par Compagnons ou Ex" both reported three femicides in different parts of France within a 12-hour period on New Year's Day.

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United Kingdom

English Channel migrant crossings treble to a record 28,000

At least 28,395 migrants reached the English coast in small boats in 2021, compared to 8,400 the previous year.

France

French MPs snub government by refusing overnight vaccine pass debate

Dozens of French MPs say they received death threats ahead of the debate on whether to make vaccines mandatory to enter many public facilities.

France

No laughing matter: France seizes record €2.75m haul of nitrous oxide

The gas cylinders were discovered in a warehouse in the Paris suburb of Noisiel.

Culture news

Why Ukrainian politicians are fighting Netflix over 'Emily in Paris'

The Netflix hit has fielded some anger from Ukrainian people over it's caricature-laden inclusion of Petra in the show's second season.

Travel News

France updates its Eurotunnel rules for Brits with EU homes

UK nationals with homes in Europe can now drive through France, but only under certain conditions.

France

France removes EU flag at Arc de Triomphe after sparking criticism

France removed the EU flag at the Arc de Triomphe after criticism from several right-wing politicians. But the government said the flag was removed over the weekend as planned.

Destinations

These are the top 7 luxury hotels in the world - and 6 are in Europe

Want to relax and unwind in 2022? These new luxury hotels will cater to your every whim.

France

France takes over EU presidency, vows 2022 will be 'turning point'

President Emmanuel Macron has said he wants to use France's EU presidency to make "Europe powerful in the world, fully sovereign, free of its choices and master of its destiny."

France

French burn fewer cars on New Year's Eve due to pandemic

Fewer arson attacks occurred because of massive police presence on cities’ streets this New Year’s Eve.

Climate

France: 'Warmest ever' end of year good for sunseekers, bad for skiers

Temperatures are 10 degrees above average in several French regions, while a lack of snow is posing problems for Alpine ski resorts.

Culture news

French cinemas to ban popcorn as COVID-19 restrictions tighten

In an effort to suppress an unprecedented surge in COVID-19 numbers, French cinemas will ban food and drinks from being sold in cinemas.

World News

Demand for COVID-19 self-test kits skyrocket in Europe

In France, the leader in rapid diagnostic tests, Biosynex, has hired 200 temporary staff to meet soaring demand, amid record case numbers and end-of-year holidays.

France

COVID-19: Staff shortages stoke fears at hospital near Paris

"There are currently 20% of intensive care beds in the Ile-de-France region that are closed due to lack of personnel," revealed Paris hospital's deputy director, Yohann Mourier.

Europe News

France to take on EU's rotating presidency

The six-month term will coincide with a presidential election in France. Macron is expected to run.

France

Mosque in northern France ordered shut for 'inciting hatred'

More than 20 mosques have been ordered closed in recent months across France.

France

Shorter period between jabs, new measures after New Year: French PM

French PM Jean Castex announced the return of "compulsory" remote working and a ban on standing in bars and cafes as the country tries to curb the impact of the Omicron variant.