France

Earth News

French MP proposes ban on certain type of bottled water

France has various schemes in place to lessen plastic usage, but the proposed bill would go further still.

22/10/2024

Europe

French transport minister promises concrete action after meeting cycling associations

François Durovray met with cycling associations following the tragic death of 27-year-old Paul Varry.

22/10/2024

Travel News

Second French city sets up ‘Airbnb brigade’ targeting owners

Mayor Benoît Payan says he wants to stop holiday rental owners from “wanting to make money off the people of Marseille”.

21/10/2024

Cinema

James Franco, Alfonso Cuarón and more pay tribute to Isabelle Huppert

Isabelle Huppert was awarded the prestigious Prix Lumière at the 15th anniversary of the Lumière Film Festival in Lyon, where she was celebrated by the likes of Alfonso Cuarón, Claire Denis, James Franco, and Noémie Merlant.

21/10/2024

France

French transport minister to meet cycling groups after cyclist death

After the tragic death of cyclist and advocate Paul Varry, allegedly killed by an SUV driver in Paris, protests have erupted across France, demanding safer roads for people on bicycles.

21/10/2024

Business

Doliprane-maker Sanofi confirms exclusive talks with US firm CD&R

The American private equity firm has agreed to French government demands about protecting jobs and investment in France.

21/10/2024

Europe

Ukraine aid, Middle East and budget - this week in the Parliament

The European Parliament is in for a busy week in Strasbourg, with key issues like the budget, migration, Ukraine, and conflicts in the Middle East set to dominate discussions. Expect fiery debates among MEPs, along with the presentation of two major awards for human rights and journalism.

21/10/2024

Mobility

Paris Motor Show 2024: Highlights from this year's blockbuster event

The biennial Paris Motor Show hasn't disappointed, showcasing the latest in electric mobility. We take you through the week that was with our highlights.

20/10/2024

Europe

Clear-up under way after severe flooding in central France

French weather agency Météo-France said as much as 700 millimetres of rain fell in in 48 hours in some local areas in the southern regions of Ardèche and Lozère.

19/10/2024

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France battles worst floods in 40 years

Heavy rainfall in central and southern France has triggered the worst flooding the region has seen in 40 years.

18/10/2024

France

What is the story behind French far right-funded schools?

In France, donors have been funnelling money into institutions which fully align with conservative values.

18/10/2024

Europe

Automobile workers don't believe taxing Chinese EVs is the solution

The protest comes as the European Commission is considering imposing heavy tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles.

18/10/2024

Art

From Yayoi Kusama to Pablo Picasso: Your guide to Art Basel Paris 2024

From works by Yayoi Kusama and Salvador Dalí, to Pablo Picasso, Art Basel Paris is showcasing thousands of exceptional pieces from leading galleries. Here's your guide to this unmissable art extravaganza.

18/10/2024

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Severe flooding hits south of France after torrential rain

Torrential rain caused severe flooding in southern France, prompting red alerts and school closures in the Ardèche.

17/10/2024

Mobility

Paris Motor Show 2024: The unexpected new tech on display this year

We take a look at the less publicised tech that’s on display at the Paris Motor Show at the Porte de Versailles expo centre this week.

17/10/2024

France

Europol targets gang charging up to €15,000 for fake wine

The operation saw agents raid 14 locations and arrest six people — including one "high value target".

17/10/2024

France

Anti-whaling activist Paul Watson seeks political asylum in France

The Sea Shepherd founder has been in custody in Denmark since he was arrested in Greenland in July.

17/10/2024

France

Marine Le Pen accuses judge of bias at EU embezzlement trial

Le Pen and her co-defendants are accused of paying staff who worked directly for the party in France and rarely set foot in Brussels between 2004 and 2016, therefore violating EU rules.

16/10/2024

Europeans' Stories

Meet the man fighting forever chemicals in France’s ‘Chemical Valley'

Since PFAS were found in the south of Lyon, Pierre-Bénite has become a European symbol in the fight against forever chemical pollution. But what are these substances exactly, and why are they causing concern across Europe?

16/10/2024

Tech News

Deactivating Facebook makes you happier. But there's a catch

People who deactivated their Facebook accounts scored slightly higher when asked about their well-being but knew less about politics.

16/10/2024

Business

BMW chief calls for European petrol engine ban to be relaxed

Europe must rethink the EV rollout timetable to cut reliance on China, BMW boss Oliver Zipse said.

16/10/2024

Business

French minister says block to Sanofi deal is still 'on the table'

The potential sale of Opella, which produces Doliprane painkillers, is causing a headache in France.

16/10/2024

Art

Church-found painting confirmed from Botticelli's studio

Over 10 years after its discovery, the painting found in the Loire Valley church has been confirmed to originate from the renaissance.

15/10/2024

Culture news

No sexism allowed on Paris film sets, new charter requires

It's no longer a catch-as-catch-can situation for filmmakers in Paris, required to sign a charter pledging to tackle sexism on set.

15/10/2024

Art

French-Haitian artist Gaëlle Choisne wins the Prix Marcel Duchamp

Choisne’s work, infused with mysticism, explores the connections between the personal and the universal and often addresses sociopolitical issues. Judges praised her winning installation as combining "gravity and lightness".

15/10/2024

Economy

Will France's looming tax hikes force wealthy citizens to move away?

The French government is desperate to find savings of €60bn next year, part of it is going to be sourced through 'exceptional' and 'temporary' tax hikes.

15/10/2024