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France

Several injured as police break up illegal rave party in France

A 22-year old lost his hand and five police officers were wounded as security forces broke up an illegal rave party attended by 1,500 participants.

19/06/2021

Focus

VivaTech - 'hybrid conference' offers window into French innovation

Vivatech, known as Europe's biggest start-up and tech event, runs from the 16th to the 19th of June. Euronews caught up with some of the biggest names attending to discuss green tech, the pandemic and digital transition.

18/06/2021

Tech News

Is big tech out of control? Cédric O says more regulation is needed

France's digital economy minister Cédric O said big tech companies were forming an "oligopoly" that was bad for democracy.

18/06/2021

My Europe Series

French regional elections matter more than you think. Here is why

The far-right could capture the presidency of at least one French region for the first time, less than one year before France's presidential election.

18/06/2021

Health news

VivaTech 2021: How augmented reality could change surgery forever

AR business Magic Leap is working with US surgeons to help them tackle complex procedures in a move the company hopes will help change its fortunes.

17/06/2021

Health news

French minister calls for new EU vaccine funding agency after COVID

France’s industry minister said Europe could learn from a similar US agency which has funded private research into vaccines.

17/06/2021

France

French electro star Rone brings his musical to Lyon arts festival

French electronic music star Rone has been talking to Euronews about a musical he's created that tackles difficult themes like climate change and sexual violence.

17/06/2021

Earth News

Solar-powered raves are on the rise in Europe as a green way to party

21 years on, you can still party like its 1999 at these eco-friendly raves in Europe.

17/06/2021

Mobility

VivaTech 2021: Is the future of flight electric?

Startups SolarStratos and EHang say zero-emissions electric flight can become a reality. But are they right?

16/06/2021

France

France lifts rules on face masks and nighttime curfew

"The very good results recorded no longer justify it," said Prime Minister Jean Castex as he announced that the unpopular Covid curfew would be scrapped on Sunday. Wearing a face mask outdoors will no longer be compulsory starting Thursday.

16/06/2021

Weather

Climate change 'a factor' in frost that decimated France's vineyards

The historic bout of frost in April is estimated to have caused €2 billion in economic damage.

15/06/2021

Tech News

Cook, Zuckerberg, Macron: Who's speaking at VivaTech 2021?

Europe's biggest tech event starts this Wednesday. Here are some of the highlights.

15/06/2021

France

Ikea France fined €1 million for spying on staff and some customers

The French subsidiary of the home furnishings giant Ikea was found guilty of spying on union representatives, employees and some unhappy customers in the country.

15/06/2021

Cult

Avatars and free shows: Democratising dance at Lyon’s Dance Biennale

Don’t know much about contemporary dance? The Lyon Biennale makes it easy, accessible and fun with the Fagor Experience.

14/06/2021

No Comment

Lyon's dance biennale is back

Back after last year’s cancellation, Lyon's Biennale de la Danse runs until the 16th of June, with a programme full of all types of dance at venues across the French city and wider region.

14/06/2021

France

Djokovic wins French Open after sensational comeback

Djokovic came all the way back to beat the fifth-seeded Tsitsipas 6-7 (6), 2-6, 6-3, 6-2, 6-4 for his 19th Grand Slam title overall

14/06/2021

Moments

What is oenotourism and which European country specialises in it?

Oenotourism is on the rise, but what are its origins and where should you go to try it?

13/06/2021

France

Massive oil slicks head for Corsica after oil emptied into sea

The spills were made deliberately by ships trying to save money by dumping used oil overboard rather than having it removed in port.

13/06/2021

France

Krejcikova pays tribute to late coach Novotna upon French Open triumph

'She's looking after me': The unseeded Grand Slam winner at Roland Garros immediately turned her thoughts to the 1998 Wimbledon champion who died of cancer in 2017.

13/06/2021

Destinations

Thatched rooftops and rolling hills: France's best hidden villages

France is known for its charming, rural towns and villages - here are a few you might not have heard of.

13/06/2021

Nature

This farm is breeding insects to replace pesticides

The bugs are bred to protect the crops from harm and encourage pesticide-free produce.

13/06/2021

France

Protests held across France against the far-right

Political tensions rising before regional elections next week and presidential elections next year, as far-right gains in popularity.

12/06/2021

France

'Just amazing': Djokovic ousts Nadal in French Open semi-final epic

The Serbian world number one inflicted only the third-ever defeat at Roland Garros on the 13-times champion from Spain in a late-night thriller.

12/06/2021

Sport

EURO 2020: This is your quick guide to France

France were 5/1 favourites entering the tournament, can they deliver on the expectations?

11/06/2021

France

France: Why Marine Le Pen fears Eric Zemmour's political aspiration

Zemmour regularly causes controversy with his positions on immigration and Islam and is now reportedly considering running for president. Marine Le Pen fears this would split the far-right vote.

11/06/2021

France

France to draw down Sahel operation, Macron says

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to reduce France's counter-terrorism operation in West Africa.

10/06/2021