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France issues new war crimes arrest warrant for Syria's al-Assad

A court in Paris has accused the overthrown Syrian ruler of complicity in war crimes in relation to a deadly attack on civilians in 2017.

Design

Why have more than 100 athletes returned their Paris Olympic medals?

The Paris Olympic medals haven't aged well for some athletes, leading to apologies, blame-shifting, and several reputations at stake...

Europeans' Stories

Dolphin conservation and fishermen's livelihoods in the Bay of Biscay: A difficult balance

The Bay of Biscay, stretching from the tip of Brittany, in western France, to the north of Spain, is a major fishing zone in the Atlantic Ocean. It’s also home to around 200,000 dolphins.

Culture news

Milan Kundera's remains returned to Czechia

Czech-French writer Milan Kundera and his wife’s remains have been repatriated to Czechia.

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French MPs call for rape law to include consent after Pelicot trial

Dominique Pelicot was sentenced last month along with 50 other men for the repeated drugging and rape of Gisèle Pelicot in case that stunned France.

Health news

Customs officials issue warning about 'erectile honey' flooding France

French authorities made a record bust in 2024, seizing 13 tonnes of honey laced with erectile dysfunction medicine.

Culture news

Controversial French director Bertrand Blier dies aged 85

The provocative French filmmaker left his mark on 1970s and 1980s cinema. He won several awards, including an Oscar in 1979.

Cinema

Emilia Pérez sets record at France’s Prix Lumières 2025 ceremony

Jacques Audiard's prize-winning film continues its awards sweep and looks set to dominate during awards season in both France and the US.

World News

French patrol plane target of Russian intimidation, minister says

France's Defence Minister Sébastien Lecornu said the aircraft was targeted as it monitored vessels during a NATO observation mission off Sweden,

Europe News

Macron to discuss continued support for Lebanon under new leadership

Emmanuel Macron’s trip to Lebanon, his first in more than four years, follows a 60-day ceasefire deal that aims to end the Israel-Hezbollah war.

Pakistan

PIA says flights to France ad not meant to be evocative of 9/11

A spokesperson for PIA said the ad, which has more than 21.2 million views on X, was only ever meant to celebrate that the airline was resuming flights to Europe.

Europe News

New French PM François Bayrou survives no-confidence vote

In a surprising turn of events, the Socialist Party announced they will not support the no-confidence motion put forward by the other left-wing parties in their coalition

Europe News

More than 1,000 attend Jean-Marie Le Pen's memorial service in Paris

Held at Notre-Dame du Val-de-Grâce, the service brought together the far-right leader's family and National Rally officials — all protected by tight security.

France

Man leaves €10m fortune to a tiny French town he had never visited

The shock windfall represents five times the town of Thiberville's annual budget, and will fund projects from a public garden to a bowling green.

Culture news

Brad Pitt responds to French woman scammed by his AI likeness

“It’s awful that scammers take advantage of the strong bond between fans and celebrities," says the statement from Brad Pitt’s representatives.

Europeans' Stories

Wolf protection reduced in Europe. Is biodiversity at stake?

The wolf is no longer a “strictly protected species” in Europe.

Culture news

French woman scammed by AI Brad Pitt love scheme faces cyberbullying

Fraudsters have scammed a French woman out of €830,000 by making her believe she was dating Brad Pitt. The victim has faced an onslaught of online harassment – revealing quite to what extent empathy and human decency is in short supply when it comes to people falling for AI scams.

Economy

French inflation holds steady in December as energy prices rebound

Rising energy prices boosted France's December inflation figure although falling service costs managed to offset the gain.

Art

Shortlist for 2025 Prix Marcel Duchamp unveiled

The shortlist for the prestigious Prix Marcel Duchamp, France’s top contemporary art award, has been revealed. Four artists are vying for the €90,000 prize, to be announced later this year.

Business

France's new PM faces first big test as he spells out key budget plans

France's new Prime Minister François Bayrou has addressed politicians through a general policy speech meant to outline his top priorities, including key budget decisions, one month after stepping into his new role.