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Markets

How could French elections impact European sovereign debt market?

European financial markets brace for turbulence as the French parliamentary elections approach. ABN Amro's rates strategist Sonia Renoult warns of potential fiscal instability and an unsustainable debt path for France.

France

French vote: Is France headed to a minority government?

According to recent polls, the far-right National Rally and its allies lead in the projections but don't have the absolute majority needed to form a government.

Sport

Euro 2024 injury round-up: Hungary-UEFA row on Varga treatment timing

As Germany suffer from centre-back Rüdiger's injury, Hungary criticise Varga's treatment timing and France anxiously await Mbappé's return, we take a look at the most pressing injury situations at Euro 2024.

Eco-Innovation

This Ukrainian startup is making paper without cutting down trees

The paper industry buys more than 30% of all the industrial wood sold worldwide.

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France

New Caledonian independence leader appears in court over unrest

Christian Tein is the leader of a pro-independence group that French officials allege played a leading role in weeks of violence that erupted in May.

Brussels, My Love?

Brussels, my love? The struggle to fill the EU top jobs

In this edition of our weekly talkshow, participants discuss the ongoing talks about the appointments for the EU top jobs, the election campaign in France and football as a unifying factor.

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WATCH: Historic floods hit Craon in western France

On Friday 21 June, following unprecedented flooding in the town of Craon in western France, the river Oudon rose to 3.24 metres, exceeding expected levels. Mayor Bertrand de Guébriant, described the situation as "unprecedented".

Culture news

Suspended prison sentence and €30,000 fine for Banksy theft in Paris

The accused admitted to the theft, which took place in 2019, but claimed that he had acted at the request of Banksy - without being able to prove it.

Health news

European-funded initiative set to increase Africa's vaccine production

The new initiative was launched at a summit co-hosted by France, the African Union, and Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance.

Lifestyle

Pharrell Williams unveils Louis Vuitton's Spring 2025 Collection

Less than six weeks ahead of the Paris Olympics, Louis Vuitton honoured human beauty and diversity in a glamorous menswear extravaganza.

France

French leaders condemn teenagers charged with antisemitic rape

Prime Minister Gabriel Attal called the attack on a young girl in a Paris suburb "absolutely despicable, unbearable and unspeakable".

Travel News

Where in Europe do people take the most - and least - holiday?

One generation in particular is not using up their holiday allowance.

Food and Drink

French beer gains popularity in Belgium

Over the last ten years, French brewers have been increasing production as their beers have become more popular.

Culture news

Iconic French actress Anouk Aimée dies aged 92

Known for her roles in European arthouse films such as Jacques Demy's 'Lola' and Federico Fellini's '8½', Aimée was one of Europe's best-loved femme fatales.

Italy

Meloni steadies her hand as she eyes key EU commission portfolios

The Italian premier is about to trigger an offensive to get a top commission for her country. Economy, competition, defence, and migration are all on her wishlist. Is this the European "art of the deal"?

Europe News

World's largest arms expo in Paris marred by ongoing conflicts

For the first time, Israel was barred from the event due to its ongoing offensive in Gaza. Other absentees include Russia and Belarus due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Markets

French political risks shake European markets: Analysts react

European stock markets opened cautiously after last week's sell-off. Analysts continue to highlight French political risks as major source of risks heading into snap elections in less than two weeks.

Europe News

In southwestern France, Ukrainian pilots are learning to fly warplanes

Ten Ukrainian pilots aged between 21 and 23 are getting a crash course on manning warplanes.

Germany

French football captain warns against 'extremes' before election

Kylian Mbappé urged people to vote in France's legislative elections saying: "we can see that the extremes are knocking on the door of power.”

Travel News

EU Entry/Exit System: What to expect, according to travel agents

From ferry companies to flight-free travel agents, there is confusion and scepticism about the new scheme.