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Pompidou Centre suspends its planned New York branch

Beset by funding woes, the world-renowned modern and contemporary art museum has put a halt to its plans to open a US branch.

Russia

French citizen 'pleads guilty' to military data theft in Russia

NGO adviser Laurent Vinatier is accused by Russian authorities of building a wide network of contacts to obtain sensitive information.

Economy

Eurozone private sector expands in June: Spain grows, France contracts

Euro area private sector activity grew in June, surpassing earlier estimates and showing robust recovery. Activity in Spain showed the strongest growth, while contractionary conditions held in France amid election uncertainties.

World News

French river police practice on the Seine ahead of Olympics

A large police operation is planned for the event on 26 July which will see more than 90 boats on the Seine for 6 kilometres.

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Destinations

Paris when it sizzles (or drizzles): Is it still a must visit?

As the Olympics draws ever closer, many of us are thinking more of Paris - here's everything you need to know before taking a trip.

Europe News

French parties race to block far-right ahead of second-round of voting

French parties race against a deadline to block the far-right as the future of their country’s democracy hangs in the balance.

Europe Decoded

Fake news batters UK and France ahead of elections

Both sets of votes are expected to shake up each country's political direction, but as usual, there’s plenty of disinformation making the rounds, particularly targeting individual politicians.

France

Paris hotels struggle with low demand as Olympics approach

Tourism and hotel professionals in Paris are hoping to make up for lost time with the showcase effect that the Olympics will have on their bookings for the coming seasons.

France

Could a divided government in France harm EU's stability?

The next French government promises could scramble or slow down the country's commitments on urgent Europe-wide matters.

Europe News

French elections: Meloni yet to break silence on Le Pen's success

Le Pen’s advantage is seen as a positive development for Italian PM Giorgia Meloni and ECR’s role in the EU, according to Italian media.

Travel News

‘Slow luxury’: The rise of Europe’s relaxing river cruises

As Europe reacts to ‘overtourism’, sustainably focussed cruisers swerve cities and seasides in favour of rivers.

Economy

French elections and market stability: Analyst views on what is next

Marine Le Pen's National Rally leads the election race with 33% of votes. Analysts predict a hung parliament as the most probable outcome, probably resulting in moderate fiscal policies and reduced market volatility.

Europe News

Macron's opponents eye reforms that could shake France-EU relations

From budget cuts to immigration reforms, National Rally and New Popular Front policies could challenge France's EU commitments.

Sport

Euro 2024: Portugal to quarter-finals despite Ronaldo penalty drama

Portugal nearly got knocked out as Slovenia's Šeško missed a giant opportunity in the extra-time.

Culture news

French court rules Ravel was sole author of Bolero

The court rejected claims that the iconic musical work was a collaboration with Russian set designer Alexandre Benois, in a case that could have seen 'Bolero' taken out of the public domain.

Europe News

High turnout of 59% at 5pm in the French legislative election

With three hours of voting remaining turnout at 5pm on Sunday in the first round of the French legislative elections stood at 59.39%.

France

Voting starts in France's legislative elections

The result could put France’s government in the hands of nationalist, far-right forces for the first time since the Nazi era.

Culture news

B(ard)ella Ciao, Ciao, Ciao: The story of a global resistance anthem

A poster for the upcoming French elections has got us thinking about the resistance anthem 'Bella ciao' - its history, its versatility, its borderless influence.

World News

Far-right leads in latest poll ahead of France's legislative elections

At least 289 seats are needed for a parliamentary majority, and National Rally is predicted to get between 260 and 295 seats.

Europe News

French leftist alliance hopes to halt far-right election win

Left-wing voters hope that a new coalition will block the far right from winning the election, but with Macron's party calling it “extreme,” it could be difficult to galvanise voters.