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Platini released in 2022 Qatar World Cup corruption probe

In the early hours, Platini's lawyer said the football legend had been released without charge, adding that there has been "a lot of fuss over nothing".

18/06/2019

France

Europe's next fighter jet: what you need to know

Spain has joined a French-German project to build a next-generation warplane and boost European defence, in a ceremony at the Paris Air Show.

18/06/2019

France

South Korea out of the women's World Cup after Norway defeat

South Korea out of the women's World Cup after Norway defeated them 2-1.

17/06/2019

France

Renard's penalty secures France's place in the round of 16

Renard's penalty secures France's place in the round of 16.

17/06/2019

France

Germany claims place in quarter finals after defeating South Africa

Germany claims a place in quarterfinals after defeating South Africa.

17/06/2019

France

China, Spain advance to final 16 after goalless group clash

It is the first time Spain has entered the knockout stage but they are likely to next face the current Women's World Cup title holder, the US.

17/06/2019

France

Macron urges Iran to be 'patient', regrets announcements on enrichment

Macron urged Iran to be 'patient', adding he regretted their announcements on enrichment at a press conference with his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky. on Monday.

17/06/2019

France

Defending champions USA beat Chile 3-0

Defending champions USA beat Chile 3-0 on Sunday.

17/06/2019

France

Sweden secured their place in the knockout stage with Thailand win

Sweden secured their place in the knockout stage after beating Thailand 5-1.

17/06/2019

France

Canada joins the Netherlands in knockout stage

Canada joins the Netherlands in the knockout stage after beating New Zealand.

17/06/2019

France

The Netherlands beat Cameroon beat 3-1 , get through to knockout stage

The Netherlands beat Cameroon beat 3-1 securing their place in the knockout stages

17/06/2019

France

Italy ease into the knockout stages after thrashing Jamaica 5-0

Italy ease into the knockout stages after thrashing Jamaica 5-0

17/06/2019

France

Scotland experiences upsetting win against Japan

Scotland might see their world cup dreams cut short after upsetting loss against Japan on Friday.

17/06/2019

France

Li Ying's goal hands China a win over South Africa

Li Ying's goal hands China a win over South Africa.

17/06/2019

France

Australia beat Brazil 3-2 despite incredible goal from Marta

Australia was able beat Brazil 3-2 despite an incredible goal from Marta.

17/06/2019

France

Eighty years since Versailles execution stopped public guillotinings

80 years ago, a crowd gathered for what was to become the last public execution by guillotine in France — a grim spectacle that was captured on film.

17/06/2019

France

Storytelling and diversity on the agenda at Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity

More than 10,000 creatives from around the world have descended on Cannes this week for the French city’s other big festival – the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.

17/06/2019

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Nenette, France's most famous Orangutan celebrates 50th birthday

She ate strawberry cakes and exotic fruits for the occasion

17/06/2019

France

Europe's largest fresco unveiled in Paris

The mural painting by French street art duo Ella & Pitr measures 2.3 acres and was completed on the rooftop of Pavillion 3 at the Parc des Expositions.

17/06/2019

Sport

Netherlands, Canada advance to last 16 of FIFA Women's World Cup

The Netherlands convincingly beat Cameroon 3-1 on Saturday while Canada won against New Zealdn 2-0.

16/06/2019

France

Notre Dame celebrates first mass after devastating fire

Two months after a devastating fire destroyed the cathedral's spire and roof, the Archbishop of Paris, Michel Aupetit, held mass for the anniversary of the cathedral's dedication as a place of prayer.

15/06/2019

France

Huge painting unveiled near Eiffel Tower to support migrant rescuers

French street artist Saype hand-sprayed a series of clasped hands across the 15,000 square metres of the Champs de Mars.

15/06/2019

France

England progress to last 16 after laboured 1-0 victory over Argentina

England went through to the knockout stages on Friday night with a 1-0 win over Argentina.

14/06/2019

Sport

Women's World Cup on course for record-breaking turnout - study

Women's World Cup on course for record-breaking turnout - study

14/06/2019

France

Watch: Paris zoo's resident artist Nenette the orangutan turns 50

The Borneo-born ape arrived at the zoo aged three in 1972 and took up painting several years ago. She works in crayon and watercolour, on paper or using the glass of her enclosure as a canvas.

14/06/2019

World

France announces plans to stop under-13s from facing prosecution

French justice minister Nicole Belloubet revealed that the government plans to introduce a new reform that will mean under-13s who commit crimes will not face criminal charges, regardless of their actions.

14/06/2019