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France's Le Pen hails 'positive' meeting with new PM Bayrou

French Prime Minister François Bayrou is meeting with most political parties including Marine Le Pen's National Front after the ouster of Michel Barnier.

Business

Canal+ shares drop on London trading debut after split from Vivendi

An initial decline was to be expected, said analysts, as certain investment funds were restricted to French-listed stocks.

France

France rushes in help to Mayotte to support rescue operations

French authorities said more than 800 more personnel were expected to arrive in the coming days as rescuers comb through the devastation caused by Chido when it hit the densely populated archipelago of around 300,000 people on Saturday.

Europe News

Clean-up ongoing in Mayotte after Cyclone Chido devastates island

Chido brought winds in excess of 220kph when it made landfall on Saturday, according to the French weather service, ripping roofs off houses in the archipelago which has a population of just over 300,000.

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'Several hundred' feared dead after cyclone hit French territory

The death toll from Cyclone Chido is “several hundred” and may be close to 1,000, the island’s top government official told the local broadcaster on Sunday.

Destinations

Christmas crowds: Alsace fights back with smaller festive markets

The fairytale towns of Alsace are now tackling their winter overtourism problem.

Europe News

France’s political instability deepens opposition to Mercosur deal

French opposition to the Mercosur agreement concluded by the European Commission on 6 December has been trenchant, but its domestic political situation is feeding the stance.

France

Who is François Bayrou, France's new prime minister?

After days of deliberation, French President Emmanuel Macron turned to a longtime centrist ally in the hope he could unite the country's divided parliament.

Lifestyle

Matthieu Blazy announced as Chanel's next artistic director

Matthieu Blazy has been named as the new artistic director of French fashion house Chanel.

France

France's Macron set to name new PM: Which names are circulating?

The president has struggled to find a candidate that satisfies enough lawmakers in a fractured parliament.

Culture news

Saudi Arabia to contribute €50m to Pompidou renovations in Paris

As part of a bilateral deal between France and Saudi Arabia, the two countries will contribute to each other's major culture projects over the next decade.

Europe News

Macron seeks new PM as special budget bill is introduced to avoid government 'shutdown'

Outgoing French PM Michel Barnier's cabinet held its last meeting Wednesday, proposing a "special bill" to maintain government operations into 2025. The bill will be debated next week.

Business

Businesses must adapt to global geopolitical division, France-Japan summit highlights

CEOs, academics and policymakers have gathered in Tokyo to map out how businesses can forge a resilient and innovative future, as they navigate increasing volatility and instability.

Crossing Cultures

The shared traditions of Zisha teapot making and crystal glass

A co-production with CGTN

Crossing Cultures heads to Yixing in eastern China to learn more about the ancient art of Zisha teapots, while in Europe the team visits Saint-Louis to discover the firm's famous crystal creations.

Radio Schuman

The real work on Mercosur deal starts now, says French liberal MEP

Last week, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen signed the EU-Mercosur deal, despite opposition from France.

Business

Shares jump in Italy's Banco BPM after Credit Agricole raises stake

The move from Crédit Agricole could complicate UniCredit's bid to take over the smaller Italian lender.

Europe News

Iconic Notre Dame cathedral reopens for the first time since 2019

Paris’ iconic Notre Dame cathedral reopens five years after it was nearly destroyed by a devastating fire five years ago. 1,500 dignitaries, including sitting heads of states and royal figures attended the historic ceremony.

Cinema

European Film Awards 2024: ‘Emilia Pérez’ by Jacques Audiard wins big

The winners of the 37th European Film Awards have been revealed, and 'Emilia Pérez' by Jacques Audiard has swept the board. Here's the lowdown on the full evening and winners.

Europe News

Zelesnkyy praises 'constructive' meeting with Trump, Macron in Paris

French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed US President-elect Donald Trump at his Paris residence, the Elysee Palace. They were joined at the last minute by Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy before attending the reopening of the Notre Dame cathedral.

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Macron to meet with Trump and Zelenskyy ahead of Notre Dame reopening

France's Notre Dame Cathedral will open its doors for the first time since a devastating fire nearly destroyed it in 2019. Nearly 1,500 world leaders, dignitaries and other guests are set to attend the reopening celebration on Saturday evening.