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Why does France want to crack down on cold calling?

France’s parliament voted to ban cold calling by companies without explicit consent this week. But will it work and how can we avoid scam calls?

31/01/2025

Europe

French PM Bayrou seeks compromise over controversial 2025 budget plan

Even if the joint parliamentary committee finds a compromise, there is no guarantee the budget bill will be adopted by the lower house next week.

30/01/2025

Culture news

#metoothéâtre protestors demand change at the Comédie-Française

A hearing this month allowed one of France's most important theatre's to dismiss controversial actor Nâzim Boudjenah. But it's too little, too late for the movement against male violence in the arts.

30/01/2025

Europe

French rapist Dominique Pelicot questioned over 1990s cold cases

Dominique Pelicot, who was jailed in December for repeatedly drugging and raping his then-wife Gisèle, is a suspect in other cases of rape and murder.

30/01/2025

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Storm Ivo causes more major flooding in Redon, red alert declared

The depression Ivo caused renewed flooding in Redon, with the Vilaine reaching 5.3 metres. Three western départements are on red alert and 1,000 people have been evacuated.

30/01/2025

Lifestyle

Here are the highlights from Paris Haute Couture Week 2025 so far

Haute Couture Week in Paris is in full swing, with luxury brands like Chanel and Dior showcasing their latest creations in front of star-studded crowds.

29/01/2025

Work

77% of people have used AI in job searches, a new survey finds

Despite the high adoption rate, "profound disparities persist," an expert said about using AI tools in job search.

29/01/2025

Business

LVMH earnings highlight uneven recovery in the luxury goods sector

LVMH posted subdued quarterly results due to continued weakness in the fashion and leather goods segment. The results slightly exceeded analysts' estimates for overall performance.

29/01/2025

Health news

Paris organises mocktail competition to highlight Dry January benefits

Taking a break from drinking in January leads to less alcohol consumption in the following months “and drinking less is better for your health,” an expert said.

29/01/2025

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Storm Herminia disrupts and floods Ille-et-Vilaine

After storm Herminia, historic flooding hits Ille-et-Vilaine. In Redon, the situation is critical with closed roads and disrupted traffic as water levels are still rising.

28/01/2025

Culture news

French President Macron announces major makeover for Paris Louvre

The announcement comes after the Louvre Museum director revealed the dire state of the famous Parisian arts gallery last week.

28/01/2025

Ocean

Can we save dolphins by talking like them? Science says yes

In partnership with the European Commission

French scientists are developing bio-inspired acoustic beacons that can "speak" to dolphins, warning them of fishing nets and reducing accidental deaths of these marine mammals along the Bay of Biscay.

28/01/2025

Culture news

French film academy quits Elon Musk’s X

The group behind France's equivalent to the Oscars has announced its decision to quit X: "The X platform, particularly due to the actions and stances of its leader, no longer aligns with our values."

28/01/2025

Food and Drink

'We are the champions':France wins prestigious Bocuse d'Or contest

France has beaten Denmark and Sweden to win the bi-annual 'Bocuse d'Or' haute cuisine prize and reclaimed the much coveted title, known to many as the Olympic crown of gastronomy.

27/01/2025

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Storm Herminia: Brittany hit by floods

Herminia has caused historic flooding in Brittany, severely affecting Ille-et-Vilaine. Emergency services are on high alert as the Vilaine rises.

27/01/2025

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Fire 'under control' in Paris' 12th arrondissement town hall

A fire broke out in the roof of the town hall in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, damaging the bell tower. 150 firefighters brought the flames under control.

27/01/2025

France

French police detain 37 people over online child pornography

The arrests came after more than one million pornographic photos and videos were uncovered.

27/01/2025

Food and Drink

Japan beats France in successful defence of Pastry World Cup title

Defending champions Japan beat France to the gold medal at the 2025 Pastry World Cup in Lyon, as Malaysia makes its first podium finish.

26/01/2025

Moments

My first winter trail race made me fall back in love with the Alps

I saw the French Alps from another perspective as I traversed dark snowy mountains.

25/01/2025

Earth News

Meet the Air France pilot who quit his dream job for the climate

Euronews Green exclusive: Anthony Viaux had it all - a dream job, a thriving career and a great salary. But he didn’t want any of it in the age of the climate crisis.

24/01/2025

France

Man jailed for knife attack targeting French magazine Charlie Hebdo

Pakistani national Zaheer Mahmood was sentenced to 30 years in prison for attempted murder and terrorist conspiracy by a court in Paris.

24/01/2025

Art

Paris Louvre in 'very poor condition' says leaked director's memo

A leaked memo by Louvre director Laurence des Cars has revealed the dire state of the famous Parisian museum.

24/01/2025

Culture news

France announces measures to protect cabaret and the can-can

Famous through the Moulin Rouge, cabaret and the can-can will be given a cash injection due to new measures from France's culture ministry.

24/01/2025

Europe

French woman who refused sex with husband wins case at European court

The European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) ruled that a 69-year-old French woman was not "at fault" in her divorce because she stopped having sex.

23/01/2025

Travel News

Planning a cruise to Nice? The mayor wants to cancel it

Mayor of Nice Christian Estrosi pledges to “not to let overtourism suffocate” Nice with a ban on large cruise ships.

23/01/2025

Europe

Suspected drug gang leader extradited from Morocco to France

Félix Bingui, known as 'The Cat', is alleged to be the leader of the Yoda drug gang in Marseille and is wanted on several charges by French authorities.

23/01/2025