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Record breaking" Egyptian Tutankhamun" exhibition is back in Paris

More than a million people are expected to visit a new Parisian exhibition called "Ramses and the Gold of the Pharaohs" which is fast becoming the talk of the town after a landmark Tutankhamun exhibition in 2019.

07/04/2023

France

France's 'war economy' feels distant for French manufacturers

Though Macron called for a shift to a “war economy” following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, some manufacturers say that wish is yet to be fulfilled.

07/04/2023

France

Swim the Seine: Paris plans river cleanup ahead of 2024 Olympics

Officials are hoping to reduce pollution levels in the Seine to make it safe to swim in ahead of an Olympic river race in 2024. However high levels of e.coli, sewage and industrial dumping pose huge challenges.

07/04/2023

France

Why are French workers angry about raising retirement age?

France on April 6, 2023, braced for another day of protests and strikes to denounce French President's pension reform one day after talks between the government and unions ended in deadlock.

07/04/2023

France

France: Has Macron gotten rid of the generous presidential pension?

In December 2019, the Elysée announced that it would put a stop to the special retirement system for future presidents. But so far, nothing concrete has been implemented.

07/04/2023

France

Unions say meeting with government on Wednesday was a 'failure'

France braces for 11th day of protests and strikes as unions called for widespread action against President Emmanuel Macron's controversial pension reform.

06/04/2023

France

Paris rat catchers throw rodents at City Hall as France strikes again

Protesters want to force President Emmanuel Macron to scrap pension reforms that have ignited a monthslong firestorm of public anger.

06/04/2023

Culture news

French priest faces death threats after ‘sexy’ pole dance show

A French priest has received death threats after a sold-out pole dance performance was held in his church.

06/04/2023

Culture news

The Lekto problem: The Macron–Hitler fresco controversy explained

A fresco by French graffiti artist Lekto, which compares President Macron to Hitler, is sparking controversy...

05/04/2023

Europe Decoded

Will France's pension crisis spark constitutional change?

Euronews spoke to constitutional experts about whether a sixth republic is on the horizon.

05/04/2023

Culture news

The world's first Warhol / Basquiat retrospective opens in Paris

From 5 April, 70 canvases co-created by Andy Warhol and Basquiat are being presented at the Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris, in what is being billed as the world's first Warhol/Basquiat four-handed retrospective of this magnitude.

05/04/2023

Culture news

French feminist politician faces criticism for posing on Playboy cover

After strong criticism from the prime minister, France's government appears to be softening its position on the Playboy interview.

04/04/2023

France

France to invest in drones and space, in €413 billion military budget

There's less money for armored vehicles, and more focus on drones and spatial defence systems in the newly unveiled budget.

04/04/2023

Culture news

Sarcophagus of Ramses II unveiled in Paris in a rare loan to France

The coffin of one of Egypt’s longest ruling Pharaohs, Ramses II, has been unveiled in Paris as part of an exceptional loan to France.

04/04/2023

France

Pensions: How can President Macron get out of the crisis?

Political scientist Bruno Palier underlines that the president's inflexibility on pension reform risks boosting the vote in favour of the far-right National Rally.

03/04/2023

France

Night-time shooting in Marseille believed to be gang related

At least three people died in three separate shooting incidents in the crime-plagued French city of Marseille overnight Sunday to Monday, police said.

03/04/2023

France

Parisians vote to ban electric scooters from the city’s streets

Residents of Paris have voted overwhelmingly to ban for-hire electric scooters from the city’s streets, in what is seen as a victory for road safety campaigners.

03/04/2023

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Hundreds gather to protest police violence at reservoir protest

Watch: Hundreds gather to protest police violence at reservoir protest

31/03/2023

Culture news

Not horsing around: Meet the Spanish mare helping the elderly

A Spanish mare called Dounka offers the residents of a retirement home in France regular visits and brings 'good vibes' and improved 'well-being'.

31/03/2023

Design

Culture Re-View: A look back at this day in history

It's the 134th anniversary of the Eiffel Tower's opening. To celebrate, we look back on its place in French culture.

31/03/2023

France

Did French police prevent medical help for injured protesters?

The French Gendarmerie, a branch of the Armed Forces, calls the claims "fake news."

31/03/2023

Euronews Witness

Why are so many young French people fighting Macron’s pension reforms?

Since French president Emmanuel Macron announced his plans to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 in January, anti-reform demonstrations have swept across France. And young people have increasingly been on the frontline

30/03/2023

Earth News

Macron reveals 'water sobriety' plan to tackle drought

This winter the country went a record 32 days without rain leaving reservoirs well below normal levels.

30/03/2023

Culture news

‘Art Paris’ showcases France’s vibrant art scene

For years, the art world saw Paris as a shadow of its former self. This year, the 'Art Paris' fair showcases the vibrant new scene that's revived it.

30/03/2023

Earth News

How much are France’s striking energy workers costing the government?

In "a beautiful image" amid the power struggle, French electricians are cutting power to the rich and giving it to the poor.

30/03/2023

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The Art Paris fair celebrates its 25th anniversary

A major spring event for the art world, Art Paris is celebrating its 25th anniversary at the Grand Palais Éphémère, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.

30/03/2023