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Europe

Can Le Pen win majority in French second-round election?

Rassemblement National is likely to secure over 33% of the vote according to an Ipsos poll, followed by the left wing New Popular Front at around 28%. Will the far-right Rassemblement's political opponents now cooperate effectively?

01/07/2024

Europe

French election results: Winners and losers in Paris

For the first time, the far-right National Rally has topped the legislative polls in France, nearly doubling its support, while President Emmanuel Macron has been left reeling.

01/07/2024

Europe

French legislative elections: What's next for Macron's party?

After a new crushing defeat at the hands of the far-right in the first round of the legislative elections on Sunday, the future of French President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist party is at stake with some experts even questioning whether it will continue to exist.

01/07/2024

Europe

‘I am ashamed’: French left-wing voters concerned by far-right gains

Protesters gathered with the left-wing coalition at Place de la République in Paris after the results of the first round of France’s legislative election showed strong gains for the far-right.

01/07/2024

Europe

Far-right Bardella pitches to be 'PM for all French people'

The far-right National Rally secured around a third of the vote in the first round of French legislative elections, but that might still not be enough to gain an absolute majority in the National Assembly.

01/07/2024

Europe

French far-right leader Marine Le Pen announces her re-election

Le Pen's success in Hénin-Beaumont underscores her enduring influence in the region, where she has consistently garnered strong support

30/06/2024

Europe

Far-right National Rally tops French election poll results - Live

The National Rally put in a strong performance in the first round of legislative elections, and other parties are now discussing which tactics can block Marine Le Pen from power.

30/06/2024

Europe

High turnout of 59% at 5pm in the French legislative election

With three hours of voting remaining turnout at 5pm on Sunday in the first round of the French legislative elections stood at 59.39%.

30/06/2024

France

Voting starts in France's legislative elections

The result could put France’s government in the hands of nationalist, far-right forces for the first time since the Nazi era.

30/06/2024

Europe

French elections: Farmers rely on Europe, but are tempted by far right

The farmers Euronews spoke to in Braslou, a village of 315 inhabitants in southern Touraine, shared the feeling familiar among large parts of rural France: they have been forgotten and abandoned by politicians and authorities alike.

29/06/2024

Business

From idea to impact: How to craft a campaign that resonates

‘B2B can stand for brilliant to beautiful’: Salesforce Global Head of Brand & Creative, Scott Larson explains why empathy is so important in marketing

29/06/2024

Europe

French leftist alliance hopes to halt far-right election win

Left-wing voters hope that a new coalition will block the far right from winning the election, but with Macron's party calling it “extreme,” it could be difficult to galvanise voters.

28/06/2024

Europe

Why is Emmanuel Macron so disliked by French voters?

Analysts say that Macron's decision to dissolve parliament was not understood by French voters.

28/06/2024

Europe

How did Macron’s centrist movement alter French politics?

The French president has sold his party as a centrist force against extremism, but now he faces an uncertain election, and his strategy of pitting his presidential coalition against two extremes may no longer work with voters.

28/06/2024

Europe

Who really is Jordan Bardella, the young far-right French politician?

Bardella’s journey from university drop-out to potential prime minister has astonished many, highlighting his meteoric rise in just a few years. Banking on a compelling rags-to-riches story, the reality is far more nuanced.

28/06/2024

Europe

In rural France, far-right alliance seeks to expand its voter base

Some members of the right-wing party Les Républicains have joined the far-right, which has created a broader base of support across France. For some, it shows there is weaker support to block the far-right from government.

28/06/2024

Business

'Priceless': The business of memory-making

Priceless is no longer just advertising, it’s ‘a state of mind’

28/06/2024

Europe

No French boots on the ground in Ukraine, Bardella says

In the run-up to the first round of French elections on Sunday, opponents of Emmanuel Macron slammed him in a televised debate over his comment on not ruling out putting French troops on the ground in Ukraine.

28/06/2024

Business

Brands and politics don’t mix? Think again argues CEO of Edelman

To remain relevant, brands must actively engage with controversial topics like sustainability and politics. The CEO of the world’s largest public relations firm explains how companies can navigate these complex issues.

26/06/2024

Europe

France's Greens urge Macron's coalition to block far right in election

The Greens want a commitment from parties in Prime Minister Gabriel Attal's coalition to drop out of the race in the second round if it means blocking the far-right National Rally.

26/06/2024

Lifestyle

LOEWE project wins first ever Luxury & Lifestyle Cannes Lions prize

The Grand Prix was awarded to “LOEWE x Suna Fujita,” a collaboration between Spanish luxury fashion house LOEWE and and Japanese artisanal ceramicist studio Suna Fujita.

26/06/2024

Economy

French consumer sentiment takes a dip ahead of elections

Consumers worried during June about the future and their standard of living, with several expecting to be able to save less in the foreseeable future.

26/06/2024

Lifestyle

Everything you missed on day two of Paris Haute Couture Week

Day two of Paris Haute Couture brought champagne celebrations, theatrical elegance and timeless tailoring from the likes of Giorgio Armani, Stéphane Rolland and Alexis Mabille.

26/06/2024

Tech News

Meta ‘respects’ regulator decision to pause AI tool in EU

Facebook and Instagram owner Meta says there’s a huge opportunity in the “super competitive” artificial intelligence (AI) market, with the tech giant spending up to €37 billion this year on developing infrastructure.

26/06/2024

Culture news

AI will become a ‘distortion pedal’ for comedic writing

Humour has long been a part of advertising, created by humans for humans. But now, artificial intelligence (AI) is getting a front row seat in comedy creativity.

26/06/2024

Earth News

Why Patagonia is inviting fashion into climate action

While many clothing companies chase trends and aim for sky-high sales, Patagonia - which has made Earth its sole shareholder - swims against the tide.

26/06/2024