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France veterinary team treats pets of wildfire evacuees

A French veterinary team in Bordeaux is caring for pets of Gironde wildfire evacuees, providing food, treatment and support while families await their return home.

29/07/2026

Culture news

DJ Kavinsky, best known for 'Nightcall', found dead in Paris home

A key figure of the French touch house scene, Kavinsky wrote "Nightcall", the track made famous by the film 'Drive', performed at the Paris 2024 Olympic closing ceremony alongside Angèle and Phoenix.

29/07/2026

Travel News

This Parisian spot was just named the world’s best new cocktail bar

De Vie in the French capital’s Montorgueil quarter was praised for its innovative concoctions having opened last year.

29/07/2026

Economy

French wildfires threaten defence sites and hit regional economy

The fires have forced evacuations and protective measures at strategically important aerospace and defence sites, while preventing thousands of businesses from operating normally.

28/07/2026

France

France wildfire: Le Porge residents work to stop fire from reigniting

Residents in Le Porge, in southwestern France's Gironde region, are working to prevent a devastating wildfire from reigniting by spraying water on smouldering forest embers. The blaze destroyed at least 170 homes, while smoke continues to rise from the scorched landscape as recovery begins.

28/07/2026

Europe

France and Spain battle to control wildfires ahead of new heatwave

EU officials have warned that "extreme conditions" are looming across parts of Europe, with the wildfire situation expected to worsen in France, Spain and Portugal.

28/07/2026

Europe

Three injured in Paris knife attack, one suspect arrested, police say

Three women aged 19, 24 and 36 were taken to the hospital after the assault. The suspect's identity and motives are not immediately known.

27/07/2026

Europe

Hundreds of thousands evacuated in France and Spain as wildfires rage

In Spain, some elderly evacuees who fled a town in the Madrid area are reportedly being allowed to return home on Monday as fire crews work to stabilise a blaze that has ravaged areas around the capital.

27/07/2026

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Moulin Rouge dancers welcome Tour de France finale in Paris

Moulin Rouge dancers performed the iconic French cancan outside the famous cabaret in Paris, entertaining crowds gathered for the final stage of the Tour de France.

26/07/2026

Lifestyle

Future fashion: Steven Passaro prepares to revamp the fashion industry

The highly acclaimed luxury fashion designer Steven Passaro has been making more than a name for himself in recent years with his bold and innovative creations. In an exclusive interview with Euronews Culture, he shares his vision on artistry and the latest trends within the fashion industry.

25/07/2026

Europe

Wildfires trigger mass evacuations across France and Spain

French forces have joined operations near Bordeaux after blazes forced 110,000 to flee the south-west. In Spain, military units are leading efforts under a national emergency as merged fires near Madrid and Ávila displaced or confined 60,000 people.

24/07/2026

Culture news

Inside the workshop creating Notre-Dame's new stained-glass windows

New stained-glass windows being made for the famous Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris are close to completion. Designed by French artist Claire Tabouret, the six contemporary windows are being crafted in the northern French city of Reims and are due to be installed before the end of the year.

24/07/2026

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France: Massive blaze engulfs Cap Ferret forests as thousands evacuated

A fast-moving wildfire forced the evacuation of the entire Cap Ferret peninsula after destroying dozens of homes, as 700 firefighters battled to contain the blaze.

24/07/2026

Economy

Why are France's top earners leaving and where are they going?

France lost a net total of 800 millionaires in 2025. While this outflow represents a tiny fraction of its total wealthy population, a range of factors are prompting them to leave.

24/07/2026

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Thousands evacuated as wildfire spreads in southwestern France

A wildfire spreads near Le Porge in Gironde, France, as firefighters battle flames across the forest and thousands of people are evacuated.

23/07/2026

Europe

Euronews in Cotignac: How a historic French village survived a night of wildfire

Euronews reports on the ground in France, where a blaze tore through a medieval village in Provence overnight, destroying dozens of homes and burning thousands of hectares, as residents opened their doors to strangers.

22/07/2026

Culture news

Louvre's Apollo Gallery reopens after Crown Jewels theft scandal

The original 17th-century ceremonial gallery in the French capital, at the world's most visited museum, was the scene of a spectacular burglary in October 2025 and is now once again open to the public.

22/07/2026

Nature

French government in turmoil over pesticides: How dangerous are they?

Acetamiprid and flupyradifurone have been proven to harm bees and could be a risk to children’s developing brains.

22/07/2026

Europe

France first in Europe to ban social media for under-15s

Other EU countries such as Greece, Slovenia and Sweden are planning to restrict minors' access to social media.

21/07/2026

Culture news

D-Day nears for UNESCO listing of Normandy landing beaches in France

The bid to have the D-Day landing beaches listed as UNESCO World Heritage site has entered a decisive phase, with a decision due between 24 and 27 July. Beyond its symbolic value, the status could boost tourism while helping to protect this endangered heritage.

21/07/2026

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Wildfire spreads in southeastern France as firefighters battle blaze

Firefighting aircrafts battled a fast-moving wildfire in southeastern France as the blaze spread across hundreds of hectares, prompting evacuations and threatening nearby communities.

21/07/2026

Europe

Giant hailstones hit homes and cars in violent storms in France

Violent storms brought giant hailstones, heavy rain and powerful winds to several parts of France. Videos show large hail battering homes and cars. The storms turned deadly, with two people killed in weather-related incidents as much of the country remained under weather alerts.

17/07/2026

Europe

Supporters welcome France's assisted dying law

Supporters welcomed France's assisted dying law after parliament approved the landmark legislation, calling it "a huge relief" for people with incurable illnesses. The law still requires approval from France's Constitutional Council.

16/07/2026

Nature

Fontainebleau: Birthplace of nature tourism saved by firefighters

The forest hosted a UNESCO conference in 1948 that led to the creation of the International Union for Conservation of Nature, the world’s first global environmental union.

15/07/2026

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Zelenskyy joins Macron and European leaders in Paris for Bastille Day

Volodymyr Zelenskyy joins Emmanuel Macron and European leaders at a Ukraine-focused Bastille Day parade in Paris showcasing military strength.

14/07/2026

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Spectacular drones and fireworks illuminate Eiffel Tower ahead of Bastille Day

Paris staged an early Eiffel Tower fireworks and drone show, reserving Bastille Day to commemorate the 2016 Nice attack and its 86 victims.

14/07/2026