France France: Hope springs from the ashes of Lyon's prized gastronomy centre Uncertainty over the economy and tourism amid the coronavirus pandemic has forced Lyon's International City of Gastronomy to close its doors. 10/07/2020
Art and Design A tank for a plantpot? The French designer reimagining our vehicles Nicolas Abdelkader's series is called "The Urgency to Slow Down" and considers how vehicles could be greener. 10/07/2020
France France probing 'massive' €1.7 million fraud of COVID-19 payouts Authorities revealed they have paid €1.7 million in fraudulent claims but prevented the payment of more than €6 million. 10/07/2020
France Notre Dame cathedral: Spire to be rebuilt exactly as it was The French President had initially suggested a modern architectural touch could be added to the edifice but ruled that the spire's reconstruction should be faithful to the 19th century design. 10/07/2020
France Can France's Green Party recreate their success on the national stage? The Green Party won several big cities in France's recent municipal elections but it remains to be seen if the party is able to continue that success nationally. 09/07/2020
no comment Greenpeace hangs protest banners on a crane at Notre Dame cathedral Activists mounted a crane at the world-famous landmark, which is being renovated for fire damage, to hang banners protesting the French government's climate policies. 09/07/2020
France Coronavirus: French health authorities investigating 68 clusters Five new clusters were identified on Tuesday, according to the National Health Agency, Santé Publique France, bringing the total number under investigation to 68. 09/07/2020
France Macron's new government: Five things to look out for in France in 2020 What can be expected from Emmanuel Macron's newly reshuffled government amid the COVID-19 crisis and ahead of the 2022 presidential race? 07/07/2020
France Bayonne attack: Two men charged with attempted murder of bus driver Public prosecutors say the driver was a victim "of extreme violence" when he asked to check the ticket of one of suspect and demanded that three others wear facemasks. 06/07/2020
France Louvre renaissance as Paris museum opens for first time since lockdown After months of closure due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Louvre has reopened, giving art-lovers the chance to once again take in some of the world’s most famous works of art. 06/07/2020
Smart Regions Home help: the project supporting Italy and France's isolated mountain communities Smart Regions takes a look at a European project that's providing vital medical and social support to the sick and isolated in Italy’s Aosta and France’s Tarentaise mountain regions. 06/07/2020
France New French government named in Macron reshuffle Emmanuel Macron said on Sunday a "new path" was necessary as his LREM party was dealt a blow during local elections last month. 06/07/2020
no comment La Gacilly Photo Festival kicks off with 'Viva Latina!' theme Latin America takes centre stage this year at the La Gacilly Photo Festival in Western France, featuring works from Sebastião Salgado. 05/07/2020
Transport This sailor is racing around the world to gather data on microplastics As Fabrice Amedeo races through uncharted waters, he’ll also be collecting essential environmental information. 05/07/2020
France Thousands march in Paris to celebrate gay pride and protest violence Thousands marched in Paris to for pride. They also protested police violence and demanded more political actions to support marginalised communities. 04/07/2020
France France's former PM investigated over coronavirus crisis handling Edouard Philippe said he "took note" and will provide authorities will all the information necessary. France's health minister and former health minister are being investigated too. 04/07/2020
France Migrants exploited harvesting grapes in Champagne region, court hears Six people and three companies have gone on trial in France, accused of exploiting migrants to harvest grapes for major winemakers in the Champagne region in 2018. 03/07/2020
France Why is Macron's new PM from the right when he was tipped to veer left? Macron has named Jean Castex as France's new prime minister, replacing Edouard Philippe, whose government resigned on Friday. 03/07/2020
France Air France cuts 7,500 jobs and sparks criticism of €7bn state bailout France's flagship airline has announced it will be cutting 7,500 jobs due to the coronavirus crisis. 03/07/2020
France Macron names Jean Castex as French PM after Edouard Philippe resigns Castex is the mayor of Prades, a town in the Pyrenees, and has been overseeing the exit from France's coronavirus lockdown. 03/07/2020
Transport Watch: The advert banned in France for ‘creating a climate of anxiety’ A Dutch electric bike company has had an ad banned for its negative portrayal of the car industry. 02/07/2020
France Ex-health minister Buzyn defends France's early coronavirus response Agnès Buzyn was health minister in France until mid-February and faced criticism over the government's coronavirus response. 30/06/2020
no comment Extinction Rebellion activists chain themselves to Finance Ministry The protest at the Finance Ministry comes a day after the French president, Emmanuel Macron, announced €15 billion in measures to combat the climate crisis. 30/06/2020
France France completes shutdown of oldest nuclear plant at Fessenheim The closure of the plant on the border with Germany is part of a policy shift to reduce France's dependence on nuclear power. 30/06/2020
France Five takeaways from France's local elections A low turnout and a more nuanced nationwide picture mean the political outlook remains uncertain. 29/06/2020
France Former French PM sentenced to prison over 'fake jobs' scandal The scandal involving his wife Penelope demolished his 2017 presidential bid. 29/06/2020
