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Tech News

Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo says she's leaving Musk's 'global sewer' X

"I refuse to endorse this evil scheme," Hidalgo said of the social media platform X. She is currently helping Paris gear up for the 2024 Olympics.

27/11/2023

Travel News

France-US visa deal: What is it and who does it apply to?

French citizens can double the length of their US visa under this new deal.

27/11/2023

Markets

France senate implements stricter taxation measures on Airbnb

The French Senate has approved measures to subject Airbnb and similar platforms to VAT in an effort to address competition imbalances with the hotel sector.

27/11/2023

France

Six teenagers on trial for their role in French teacher's beheading

The murder of French teacher Samuel Paty by a radicalised 18-year-old shocked the country. Now six teenagers go on trial in Paris for their alleged role.

27/11/2023

Markets

French exporters see only limited market loss from Russian sanctions

The effectiveness of European sanctions on Moscow has been called into question, as Russia is still able to access European products via its neighbours.

27/11/2023

Culture news

France's Zoe Clauzure triumphs at Junior Eurovision Song Contest

France has won the junior version of the Eurovision song contest with Zoe Clauzure and her song 'Coeur'.

27/11/2023

Sci-Tech

SME digitalisation: Huawei Connect 2023 showcases cutting-edge tech

In partnership with Huawei

We delve into the cutting-edge technologies showcased at Huawei Connect 2023, offering insights into how small and medium-sized enterprises can embrace digitalisation and sustainability, with highlights on renewable energy, digital solutions, and AI innovations.

24/11/2023

Business

Denmark's Novo Nordisk invests €2.1 billion in France

Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk has announced major investment in a French production site to expand the capacity and manufacturing of its blockbuster anti-obesity drug.

24/11/2023

Economy

France's wealthiest better protected by anti-inflation measures

Many of France's more modest earners only saw partial inflation relief, whereas the richest Parisians were overcompensated for losses caused by inflation, the study says.

24/11/2023

France

Five hundred new jobs coming in Chartres, south of Paris

On Thursday, Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk announced a major investment in a French production site to expand the capacity and manufacturing of a blockbuster anti-obesity drug.

24/11/2023

The Cube

How a Russian online campaign is exploiting the Israel-Hamas war

Doppelganger – that’s the name of a vast disinformation campaign orchestrated by Russia to undermine Ukraine by spreading false narratives. But it has now moved onto a new target: the Israel-Hamas war.

23/11/2023

Food and Drink

France worried about precious Camembert cheese

France is worried about its precious Camembert cheese as the EU says its wooden packaging is hard to recycle sustainably.

22/11/2023

Business

French media giant Vivendi finalises takeover of rival Lagardère

The French media giant, Vivendi, has announced the completion of its acquisition of its rival Lagardère. But the European Commission is continuing its investigation into whether the deal breached merger rules.

22/11/2023

France

Victims of anti-gay laws in France could be compensated under new bill

France's Senate is to debate a draft law on Wednesday that would allow people convicted under anti-gay laws before 1982 to receive financial compensation.

22/11/2023

Earth News

Why are authorities warning against eating homegrown eggs in Paris?

Scientists say that hens foraging on polluted soil is the root cause of the problem.

21/11/2023

France

“I thought I was dying”: Drugged French senator speaks out

MP Sandrine Josso has made her first public testimony since she accused another lawmaker of drugging her.

21/11/2023

Space

Suspected meteorite strike in France after car found with hole in roof

The fire department in Strasbourg, France, said it suspected "the fall of a stellar body" as the culprit.

21/11/2023

Destinations

Where are France’s most and least friendly cities?

France is a country beloved by millions, but its people have a reputation for perhaps not being the most friendly bunch. A new survey has asked the French what they think of this stereotype and where they think you should visit (and avoid) if you want a warm welcome.

21/11/2023

Economy

France must beef up fight against tax evasion: report

A French parliamentary report published on Monday recommends that more money should go towards fighting tax evasion, calling the current government strategy “pathetic”.

20/11/2023

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Watch: Christmas lights wow spectators on the Champs-Elysees in Paris

Watch: Christmas lights wow spectators on the Champs-Elysees in Paris

20/11/2023

Economy

Housing crisis: Rent control gets the green light in Grenoble

Grenoble is the latest French city to bring in rent control measures, joining the likes of Paris, Lyon and Bordeaux.

20/11/2023

The Big Question

Clean energy is 'unstoppable' but are climate goals still in reach?

Are climate goals still reachable? The executive director of the International Energy Agency speaks to Euronews Business' Angela Barnes about whether the transition to net-zero by 2050 is really possible.

20/11/2023

Culture news

Napoleon's hat fetches 1.9 million euros at auction in Paris

One of the unique hats that Napoleon Bonaparte was believed to have worn when he ruled 19th century France was bought by an anonymous buyer.

19/11/2023

France

French senator held in custody on suspicion of drugging female MP

Joël Guerriau is being held on suspicion of drugging the woman with the intention of assaulting her, the Paris public prosecutor’s office said.

17/11/2023

Travel News

How will a new law reduce the impact of airport strikes in France?

The new legislation should improve flight services throughout Europe.

17/11/2023

Tech News

Security tech for the 2024 Olympics showcased at Paris conference

Security technology companies showcased their offerings to help ensure the safe operation of the Paris Olympic Games next year.

17/11/2023