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France

France 'will introduce eco-tax' on flights out of France

"We have decided to put in place an eco-tax on all flights from France," the French transport minister said during a news conference, adding that the funds will finance daily transport in France.

09/07/2019

Destinations

Provence’s best kept secret: Terre Blanche, an eco-conscious resort

We visited Terre Blanche in the South of France...a haven of wildlife, golf and gastronomy with an environmental conscience.

09/07/2019

France

Macron criticised for comparing striking teachers to hostage takers

The teachers, Macron said on Sunday night, "cannot take children and their families as hostages" in their strike.

08/07/2019

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Hay and straw, a challenge for sculptors at contest in French Alps

The 8th edition of the annual contest for sculptures in hay and straw ended in Valloire, in the French Alps.

08/07/2019

France

Women's World Cup impact and legacy even better than expected

Former French international, Sonia Bompastor, now a scout for her former side, Olympique Lyonnais, talks to Euronews about the Women's World Cup.

08/07/2019

France

USA beat Netherlands 2-0 to win fourth Women's World Cup title

A penalty from Megan Rapinoe and a rocket from Rose Lavelle put the tie beyond the battling Dutch.

07/07/2019

France

France will not launch dispute resolution for Iran nuclear deal

The French government will not trigger the Iran nuclear deal's dispute resolution mechanism for now, instead giving itself one week to try to get all parties talking again after Iran decided to enrich uranium above limits agreed in 2015.

06/07/2019

France

Sweden beat England 2-1 to take third place at Women's World Cup

The action started early in Nice with three goals scored — 2-1 for Sweden — before the referee whistled half time.

06/07/2019

France

France: 74 women killed by their partners so far in 2019

NGOs and families of victims marched across Paris on Saturday to denounce the rise in femicides and demand governmental action.

06/07/2019

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Huge pile-up at mountain bike race makes for 'mother of all crashes'

Hundreds of bikers racing down a glacier can be a bit of a slippery affair

05/07/2019

France

Waters around France are already overheating for early summer

The near tropical temperatures are causing problems for flora and fauna and attracting some unwelcome guests.

05/07/2019

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Around 5,000 sheep to be sheared during world championships in France

The competition kicked off on Thursday in Le Dorat, central France, spanning four days to crown the world's best team of shearers.

05/07/2019

France

Women’s World Cup: Will the momentum wear off?

The Women’s World Cup final is in Lyon this Sunday - and it's hoped that beyond it the spotlight will continue to shine on women’s football.

05/07/2019

Green News

9 sustainable economy startups aiming to clean up our future

What’s the solution to the climate and pollution crisis? Entrepreneurs from all over the world are currently working on proposals for a sustainable economy. Monaco's Transition Forum gathered some of the most important French sustainable startups.

04/07/2019

France

First ever French-born gorillas released into natural habitat

Mayombe, 12, and Kuimba, 9, were born in captivity in Beauval Zoo, France.

03/07/2019

France

The Netherlands through to its first ever Women's World Cup final

The Netherlands will meet reigning champion the USA on Sunday.

03/07/2019

France

US forward Alex Morgan provokes English fans with 'tea' celebration

After she scored a goal against England, US footballer Alex Morgan appeared to celebrate by miming someone drinking tea, angering some England fans.

03/07/2019

France

Two tourists attacked by swarm of bees in France

A 70-year-old man and 52-year-old women were assaulted by a swarm of furious bees while hiking in Brignon.

03/07/2019

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Protests and music mark opening of new European Parliament

Legislators from right-wing parties, Brexiteers and Catalan independence backers disrupted the formal opening session.

02/07/2019

Europe News

Catalan independentists mobilize in streets of Strasbourg

The demonstrators were protesting the fact that three of their elected MEPs were not allowed to go to work on Tuesday.

02/07/2019

Europe News

First EU Parliament plenary session taking place today since elections

It's back to school at the European Parliament as the first plenary session takes place today since the EU May's elections. Old faces are returning to the corridors of power and new ones are trying to find their way around. Some who never thought they'd be back, have unexpectedly returned.

02/07/2019

Destinations

Our City Guide to Lille, France

Looking for a city break? Follow our guide to discover the restaurants, hotels and galleries that will enrich your trip.

01/07/2019

France

Spike in bogus websites selling air quality stickers for vehicles in France

Spike in bogus websites selling air quality stickers for vehicles in France.

01/07/2019

France

World Cup Semi Finals: What to look out for in the final four

World Cup Semi Finals: What to look out for in the final four

01/07/2019

France

WWI bombs prevent firefighters from stopping fire

A shell dating back to World War I exploded after a fire raged at a military camp outside of Reims for four days.

01/07/2019

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Red Bull 'flugtag' sees crowds flock to Lyon in middle of heatwave

Thousands defied a suffocating heatwave to witness the launch of home-made, often quirky aircraft over Lyon's rivers, as Redbull's flagship competition Flugtag took place in the French city on Sunday..

01/07/2019