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Paris: Notre Dame set to reopen one year from today

The Parisian icon is set to reopen five years after the disastrous fire.

08/12/2023

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WATCH: Lyon prepares to be dazzled by the annual Fête des Lumières

Some two million visitors are expected in the French city of Lyon to be dazzled by the annual Fête des Lumières, which runs until 10 December.

07/12/2023

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Major lights festival kicks off in Lyon despite terror threat concerns

In Lyon, millions of people flock to the Fête des lumières, a festival with light displays installed across the city.

07/12/2023

Economy

France trade deficit lifted in October by easing energy costs

The French trade balance improved by €200 million in October compared to the previous month. Euronews Business breaks down the latest economic data.

07/12/2023

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France passes law protecting cocks' right to crow in the countryside

The new ‘countryside sounds and smells law’ aims to give more protection to existing farms from newly arrived residents in the area.

06/12/2023

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Could French school children be made to wear uniforms?

The Minister for National Education, Gabriel Attal, has announced a 'large-scale experiment' will soon be launched which will see a number of children across France wearing school uniforms for the first time.

06/12/2023

Mobility

This French company has designed an e-bike that doesn’t need a battery

The brainchild of French entrepreneur Adrien Lelièvre, the Pi-Pop e-bike uses a supercapacitor to store energy rather than rely on batteries.

05/12/2023

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Olympic security: opening ceremony on the Seine raises questions again

French authorities insist that they do not plan to move the event and security measures will be put in place following Saturdays fatal attack near the Eiffel Tower.

04/12/2023

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France anti-racism rally marks 40th anniversary of 1983 Equality March

Forty years ago, French citizens of North African descent marched, from Marseille to Paris between the 15th of October and the 3rd of December, to denounce discrimination and racism.

04/12/2023

The Big Question

The Big Question: Is Europe a good place to start a business?

Roxanne Varza, director of Station F, the world’s largest start-up campus, reveals on The Big Question whether Europe is a good place for growth and shares her secrets for success.

04/12/2023

France

Mayor receives 'decapitation' threat after comments on teen's killing

The death of the 16-year-old, known as Thomas, sparked protests from far-right groups in November.

04/12/2023

France

German tourist fatally stabbed in Paris in suspected terrorist attack

The fatal attack occurred in the 15th district of the French capital with the assailant using a knife to kill the German tourist, who has not been identified.

03/12/2023

France

New report shows thousands of French minors victims of sexual assault

The newly-launched Domestic Abuse Task Force estimates that there are some 160,000 children victims of sexual violence in France every year - and many cases go unreported.

01/12/2023

Economy

French banks ploughing billions into green and sustainable loans

French banks have doubled the amount of green and sustainable loans given out in 2022, reaching a total of €216 billion, as announced by the Banque Populaire Caisses d'épargne (BPCE) Chairman Nicolas Namias.

30/11/2023

Tech News

French government to ditch WhatsApp for a homegrown alternative

The French government is switching out common instant messaging apps with French alternatives in order to tighen up security.

30/11/2023

Business

Want to work at Disney Land Paris? They're hiring

Disneyland Paris launches a major hiring campaign, aiming to recruit 8,500 employees, with a focus on filling critical maintenance roles.

30/11/2023

Economy

France prices fall in November as inflation eases in the energy sector

French inflation numbers for November came in lower than expected following a slower rise in energy and service sector prices.

30/11/2023

Sport

French Alps and Nice are surprise favourites to host Winter Olympics

The IOC's decision came at the expense of bids from Switzerland and Sweden, and another leading candidate in Japan withdrew its bid.

30/11/2023

Partner content

A glimpse of Tokyo: promoting the Japanese capital in Paris

Partner content presented by Tokyo Metropolitan Government

The city of Tokyo has a lot to offer for visitors, with its exciting attractions, traditional monuments, natural sites, and of course its delicious food. As tourists can enter Japan again, it is a great time to discover all that its capital has to offer.

29/11/2023

Culture news

Foo Fighters and Metallica to headline stacked Hellfest 2024 lineup

Attention metalheads! The largest metal festival in France has just announced one hell of a lineup.

29/11/2023

Healthcare

France unveils price hike and new restrictions to reduce smoking

France's health ministry unveiled a new plan on Tuesday to tackle cigarette smoking in the country, including bans on smoking in parks and on beaches.

29/11/2023

Design

Are you ready for Louis Vuitton’s new boots?

From 3D printed shoes to larger than life cartoon styled boots, 2023 has been a challenging year for footwear. Now luxury brand Louis Vuitton has taken it to a whole new level. So, flesh or fashion?

29/11/2023

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French police arrest yoga guru accused of sexual exploitation

Gregorian Bivolaru is also wanted for arrest by Interpol for alleged aggravated trafficking in human beings.

29/11/2023

France

French serial killer's ex-wife on trial

Monique Olivier, the ex-wife of France's most notorious serial killer Michel Fourniret, is on trial again as an accomplice in the kidnapping and murder of three other females.

28/11/2023

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France moves to shut down far-right groups

Several people were arrested at an 'ultra-right' march in Lyon on Monday evening.

28/11/2023

Art

Take a look inside Paris' newly reopened Maritime Museum

Renovated at a cost of €72.2 million, the museum aims to attract 300,000 visitors annually, tripling its previous attendance.

28/11/2023