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France calls for witnesses over ex-teacher charged of abusing 89 teens

French prosecutors appeal for witnesses in the case of ex-teacher Jacques Leveugle, 79, accused of abusing 89 minors and confessing to two mercy killings.

10/02/2026

Europe

EU clears way for transfer of asylum seekers to unrelated countries

A legislative change approved by the European Parliament will enable EU states to send asylum seekers to countries with which they have no existing link.

10/02/2026

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This mobile swimming pool brings lessons to schoolchildren in rural communities

A swimming-pool lorry has been touring rural communes in France’s Moselle department to provide swimming lessons where access to public pools is limited.

10/02/2026

France

Macron pushes for EU common debt capacity to fund Europe’s future

The French president has called for a common EU debt capacity and eurobonds to fund green tech, defence and security, arguing Europe must invest in its future.

10/02/2026

France

France bets on new nuclear reactors and renewables to power its future

The government is preparing to publish a key energy roadmap, aiming for 60% electricity consumption by 2030, with six new nuclear reactors and a mix of renewable energies.

10/02/2026

France

Former French culture minister quits Arab World Institute over Epstein

France has become another European country to be shaken by the Epstein affair as ex-minister Jack Lang resigns and is set to face a tax fraud probe over alleged financial ties to the late disgraced financier.

09/02/2026

Europe

France launches Orion 26, its biggest army drill since the Cold War

Orion 26 mobilises 12,500 troops, 25 ships and 140 aircraft as France and 24 allies rehearse high‑intensity warfare in Europe amid growing Russian threats.

09/02/2026

Sport

Thank You, Paris! Day 2 Highlights from the Grand Slam 2026

The final day in Paris delivered top-level judo and unforgettable moments. Gold medals for Oino, Ozbas, Tajima, Bellandi, Arai, Dicko and Nakano thrilled the crowd, as Paris once again proved why it is the heart of world judo.

09/02/2026

Ecotech

‘Vans on rails’: A green solution for France’s car-dependent areas

There are approximately 5,700 kilometres of small railway lines in France that are not currently in use.

09/02/2026

Sport

Electric Start: Day 1 Highlights from the Paris Grand Slam 2026

Day 1 of the Paris Grand Slam delivered top-level judo and unforgettable moments. Home hero Shirine Boukli thrilled the crowd, while gold medals also went to Aghayev, Krasniqi, Takeoka, Cysique, Makhmadbekov and Silva in a spectacular opening day at Accor Arena.

08/02/2026

Made in Europe

Dessintey: The Saint-Étienne Success Story Changing Medical Rehabilitation

Our reporter Valérie Gauriat met Dessintey, a startup based in Saint-Étienne that has become a global reference in medical rehabilitation.

06/02/2026

Culture news

Renaissance: Angelin Preljocal's Parc is reborn at Paris Opera

Throughout February, Angelin Preljocaj revives "Le Parc", his masterpiece created 32 years ago, with the young dancers of the Paris Opera. Whispers, glances and sensual pas de deux plunge the audience into the heart of the games of love and desire.

06/02/2026

Culture news

Timothée Chalamet targets football derby fans at Lyon shirt signing

While promoting his film Marty Supreme, the Franco-American actor, who is known to be a fervent supporter of AS Saint-Etienne, did not hesitate to play up the neighbouring club's bitter rivalry.

05/02/2026

Europe

Reinterpreting European human rights risks rollbacks, watchdog warns

The head of Europe's leading human rights organisation warned that reviewing human rights to deal with migration challenges could become a Pandora's box.

05/02/2026

Culture news

Louvre: Empress Eugénie's crown, left by thieves, to be fully restored

The French museum says the historic crown, dropped and left damaged during the dramatic daylight robbery last October, is almost intact and will be fully restored.

05/02/2026

France

French teacher in 'worrying' condition after knife attack at school

A 60-year-old art teacher was stabbed on Tuesday by a 14-year-old pupil in front of some 20 other students mid-class in southern France, in the latest violent attack targeting school staff.

04/02/2026

Culture news

NFL confirms plans to play first ever American Football game in France

France is about to experience its first ever professional NFL American Football game with the New Orleans Saints scheduled to play the 2026/27 season opener in Paris.

03/02/2026

France

Paris prosecutors search French offices of Elon Musk's X

The prosecutor's cybercrime unit is conducting the searches with the support of Europol and the French police's own cybercrime department.

03/02/2026

Earth News

Finnish startup uses sand to slash industrial heat emissions by 90%

Finland is leading the race to decarbonise industrial heat emissions, using sand to produce fossil-free steam.

02/02/2026

Business

Capgemini to sell US subsidiary providing services to ICE

'Legal constraints' prevented the Group from controlling the operations of its subsidiary, which has a contract with the much-criticised US immigration police ICE, Capgemini said, leaving them no alternative but to sell.

01/02/2026

Culture news

‘Macron effect’ boosts French eyewear designer

In the Henry Jullien workshop, machines have been running at full speed since French President Macron appeared in public wearing the company's sunglasses. Founded in 1921 and specialising in high-end "made in France" eyewear, the company has seen its sales skyrocket in just a few days.

31/01/2026

France

Race against time: How the French army prepares for an air strike

Euronews followed a surprise military exercise that tested the French Air and Space Force’s ability to evacuate bases and remain combat-ready in case of an attack

30/01/2026

France

France approves bill ending ambiguity over 'marital duty' and consent

The text must now be examined by the Senate under an accelerated procedure and if approved, it could be passed into law in the next few months.

29/01/2026

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Major fire at Courchevel's Grandes Alpes hotel, hundreds evacuated

A major fire at the Grandes Alpes hotel in Courchevel led to the evacuation of nearly 300 people. Over 100 firefighters are battling the blaze, with four suffering minor injuries.

28/01/2026

France

Fire breaks out at luxury hotel in French ski resort Courchevel

A fire at the five-star hotel Les Grandes Alpes in the French ski resort town forced the evacuation of 270 people. Four firefighters sustained minor injuries.

28/01/2026

France

French ex-senator jailed for drugging lawmaker with ecstasy

Former French senator Joël Guerriau has been sentenced to four years in prison for drugging MP Sandrine Josso with ecstasy, intending to sexually assault her.

28/01/2026