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French nightclubs will reopen on July 9, but you'll need a health pass

Revellers will need a health pass attesting they have either been fully vaccinated, have been tested over the previous 72 hours or have recovered from COVID-19, to bust their moves on the dancefloor.

France

'Slap in the face' for Macron as his party scores low in regional vote

The regional elections in France were regarded by some as a testing ground for next year's presidential election.

Hungary

Hungary holds France to 1-1 draw at Euro 2020

Hungary held world champion France to a 1-1 draw on Saturday during their Euro 2020 Group F match in Budapest.

France

Several injured as police break up illegal rave party in France

A 22-year old lost his hand and five police officers were wounded as security forces broke up an illegal rave party attended by 1,500 participants.

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French regional elections matter more than you think. Here is why

The far-right could capture the presidency of at least one French region for the first time, less than one year before France's presidential election.

Health news

French minister calls for new EU vaccine funding agency after COVID

France’s industry minister said Europe could learn from a similar US agency which has funded private research into vaccines.

France

French electro star Rone brings his musical to Lyon arts festival

French electronic music star Rone has been talking to Euronews about a musical he's created that tackles difficult themes like climate change and sexual violence.

Earth News

Solar-powered raves are on the rise in Europe as a green way to party

21 years on, you can still party like its 1999 at these eco-friendly raves in Europe.

Tech News

France will 'drive innovation ecosystem,' Macron tells Euronews Next

French president Emmanuel Macron talks to Euronews Next about innovation, tech and the future at VivaTech 2021.

France

France lifts rules on face masks and nighttime curfew

"The very good results recorded no longer justify it," said Prime Minister Jean Castex as he announced that the unpopular Covid curfew would be scrapped on Sunday. Wearing a face mask outdoors will no longer be compulsory starting Thursday.

Germany

EURO 2020: 'Several' hurt in parachute protest, Greenpeace apologises

UEFA said that “this inconsiderate act ... caused injuries to several people attending the game who are now in hospital."

World News

Europe in grip of first heatwave of season, but what are the records?

According to weather service severe-weather.eu, the current episode of heat across Western Europe should expand east towards central Europe around the middle of the week.

Moments

What is oenotourism and which European country specialises in it?

Oenotourism is on the rise, but what are its origins and where should you go to try it?

Destinations

Thatched rooftops and rolling hills: France's best hidden villages

France is known for its charming, rural towns and villages - here are a few you might not have heard of.

France

Protests held across France against the far-right

Political tensions rising before regional elections next week and presidential elections next year, as far-right gains in popularity.

Sport

EURO 2020: This is your quick guide to France

France were 5/1 favourites entering the tournament, can they deliver on the expectations?

France

Man who slapped Macron will spend at least 4 months behind bars

Damien T., 28, will stand immediate trial on Thursday after he admitted slapping the French president in an incident that shocked the nation.

France

France reopens restaurants, bars and borders as COVID-19 rules ease

France has implemented a traffic light system for travel, with the colour of a country determining rules for entry.

France

Emmanuel Macron slapped in face during visit to southern France

Macron, who was on a visit to a Drôme hospitality school, was struck in the face while shaking hands with a member of the public.

France

Google fined €220m in France over online advertising market

Google said it had agreed on changes to improve its online ad market after being fined by France's competition watchdog.

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