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French radio station publishes obituaries of people still alive

A French broadcaster said in a statement that a "technical problem" led to the erroneous publications.

France

Four men go on trial over foiled terrorist attack on Paris-bound train

Ayoub El-Khazzani stands accused of opening fire on a Thalys train in August 2015, three months before the Paris terror attacks on November 13.

France

Sole-d: Marie-Antoinette's silk shoe auctioned for 40,000 euros

The shoe - which belonged to the Queen beheaded in 1793 - sold for four times more than was expected.

France

France's economic woes worsen as Christmas approaches

Bars, restaurants, and shops will remain shut for at least two more weeks, despite fierce lobbying for the right to reopen.

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World News

Coronavirus: Italy records new high of nearly 41,000 daily cases

Italy extended partial lockdowns to two regions that include Naples and Florence on Friday.

Europe Decoded

French coronavirus film gives floor to 'usual suspects of conspiracy'

French politicians and NGOs have severely criticised a new film "Hold Up" which features several debunked conspiracy theories about the COVID-19 pandemic.

France

Coronavirus: French PM says lifting lockdown would be 'irresponsible'

French PM Jean Castex said he hoped that some lockdown restrictions could be lifted by Christmas but told people not to plan large gatherings for New Years.

No Comment

Moments of silence in France and UK commemorate end of World War I

Armistice Day commemorates the November 11, 1918 armistice that ended World War I.

France

Cases rise in France as health minister warns peak is yet to come

France is approaching the halfway point of its second lockdown. The current measures were announced by President Emmanuel Macron nearly 2 weeks ago - in the hope to stem the spread. But how effective have they been?

France

Watch: Macron leads Armistice Day commemorations in France

While France usually observes the public holiday with a parade in Paris as well as several other events around the country, this year will be different as the nation is under a national lockdown.

France

France pays tribute to 6-year-old wartime resistance hero Marcel Pinte

Known as "Quinquin", and celebrated as France's youngest resistance hero, he carried messages under his shirt to leaders of the movement against Nazi occupation.

World

Stress and personnel shortages: warnings from the medical frontline

Concerns about a second wave combined with the harsh winter months ahead have raised the alarm on the mental health of medical workers. Euronews has acess to to an intensive care in France where workers speak up about their fears and challenges. Some admitted the system is 'clearly struggling'.

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French traders hold funeral march to highlight lockdown impact

The varied business owners were united by a simple demand: "Let us work".

World News

Euronews gets its sea legs for the Vendée Globe

Before the start of one of the most difficult and prestigious sailing events in the world, next Sunday, we had the opportunity to sail for a few hours with the french skipper Armel Trion aboard the L'Occitane en Provence.

France

France's intensive care units near full as infections hit record high

Meanwhile Paris enforced additional restrictions for take-away and delivery services.

My Europe Series

What is secularism and why is it causing such divisions in France?

The principle is a key part of France's political fabric. It's also a source of tension with some sections of the Muslim community.

France

Suspect arrested in Lyon after attack on Orthodox priest

The priest, who was shot at around 16h CET on Saturday, is in a serious condition.

World

Cannes ‘mini' film festival ends after 3-day outdoor celebration

It finished just before France went into another national lockdown.

France

Open or closed, allowed or banned? France's new lockdown in summary

France's new lockdown summarised in fewer than 20O words.

Saudi Arabia

One person injured in 'knife attack' on French Embassy in Saudi Arabia

One person was injured in a 'knife attack' on the French Embassy in the city of Jeddah in Saudi Arabia. The assailant was immediately apprehended at the scene.