France

Business

French authorities investigate alleged Neymar PSG transfer tax scandal

Several high-profile French politicians allegedly plotted to avoid paying Qatar €88 million in tax over footballer Neymar Jr's transfer to football club PSG in 2017, according to French sources. Authorities raided the Ministry of Economy and Finances' headquarters earlier this week.

18/01/2024

Business

Lawmakers look to new anti-money laundering law to repair EU’s poor reputation

Rules agreed overnight will ban large cash transactions and apply to major football clubs

18/01/2024

Earth News

A first in France: Why has this cat received legal damages?

Lanna, a cat of around one year old, was found dead in a rubbish bin in the French city of Lille in July 2023.

17/01/2024

Earth News

France cracks down on heavy and polluting vehicles with higher taxes

Paris will ask residents to vote in a referendum on increasing the cost of parking for SUV later this year.

17/01/2024

Europe News

Europe scrambles to finalise new fiscal rules after lawmaker vote

Twitchy bond markets and upcoming elections mean the clock is ticking for controversial new EU deficit laws.

17/01/2024

Economy

Macron speech: What economic changes should French people expect?

Among comments on France's role on the world stage, the French President announced several domestic economic measures he aims to implement as soon as possible.

17/01/2024

France

Macron lays out vision of 'stronger' France amid far-right challenge

The centrist president advocated a variety of policies, including tax cuts for the middle classes and children learning the national anthem.

17/01/2024

France

French education minister under fire for sending son to private school

The newly appointed minister claimed the decision was taken because of staff shortages at her son's state school.

16/01/2024

France

France’s island of Réunion braces for Cyclone Belal

The French Indian Ocean territory is being pounded by a devastating tropical storm which has forced residents into a 36-hour lockdown.

15/01/2024

France

Migrants killed during perilous sea crossing from France to UK

The five dead migrants were discovered just off the coast of France on their attempt to get to UK shores.

14/01/2024

Lifestyle

British beer makers and distillers are brewing up a storm in the Alps

Amid the soaring peaks of the French Alps, British beer and gin artisans have been blending passion and craft to find a surprising niche for their unique beverages, bringing a whole new meaning to 'entente cordial'.

14/01/2024

Design

Take a look inside the stunning Villa Éphrussi de Rothschild

Comprising nine themed gardens – French, Spanish, Japanese, Florentine, Provençal, exotic, stone, rose, and Sèvres – the gorgeous estate is a horticultural masterpiece.

12/01/2024

Economy

French industrial production beats expectations, showing 0.5% rise

French industrial production for November beats expectations while other EU countries fail to perform as strongly

10/01/2024

Culture news

‘Les SEGPA Au Ski’: The French film that’s wreaking havoc in cinemas

Several French cinemas have cancelled showings of ‘Les SEGPA Au Ski’ over disruptive behaviour by young moviegoers. But is the film really to blame?

10/01/2024

Health news

France gives preliminary green light to endometriosis saliva test

The "Endotest" is already available in several other European countries, the biotech company behind it has said.

09/01/2024

Culture news

'Anatomy of a Fall' actor Samuel Theis accused of rape

The incident allegedly occurred after a party on 1 July. Theis denies the claim, stating the encounter was consensual.

09/01/2024

France

Macron names France's youngest ever PM, 34-year-old Gabriel Attal

The 34-year-old education minister has been one of Emmanuel Macron's most loyal supporters.

09/01/2024

France

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne resigns

The 62-year-old has held the position since May 2022.

08/01/2024

France

France commemorates Charlie Hebdo attacks anniversary

French officials gathered in Paris this weekend to pay respects for the 12 people who died in the Charlie Hebdo attacks nine years ago.

08/01/2024

Business

PepsiCo products pulled from Carrefour stores over price hikes

Shops in France have seen PepsiCo offerings taken off shelves, with Belgium, Spain and Italy set to follow suit.

05/01/2024

France

EU leaders pay final tribute to Jacques Delors

European leaders joined French President Emmanuel Macron in a final tribute to a towering figure in European politics.

05/01/2024

Culture news

Macron-backed Notre-Dame revamp plans spark fierce online backlash

A petition, which has garnered thousands of signatures, challenges a restoration supported by Macron, which proposes incorporating contemporary design into the historic Notre-Dame cathedral.

05/01/2024

Culture news

French screen legend Alain Delon attacks son over defamation claims

Alain Delon and daughter Anouchka have both filed legal notices against the famed actor's eldest son Anthony, over defamation claims.

05/01/2024

Economy

French inflation rises on higher energy prices

French inflation inched up in December, supported by higher energy and services prices

04/01/2024

France

Parisian hairdressers offer free haircuts to the homeless

"Les coiffure du cœur" was set up five years ago and now offers services in nine French cities.

04/01/2024

France

UK not doing enough to curb migrant crossings - French report

The UK is not cooperating enough to help reduce migrant boats, a new French report has claimed.

04/01/2024