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Why does this French statue of a priest have an erection?

French artist's latest artwork depicts an erect Abbé Pierre - a statement on the church's omerta against sexual abuse.

Europe News

Suspect in deadly Halloween shooting turns himself in to Paris police

A shooting in Poitiers, France that killed one person and left four injured has been linked to local drug trafficking. A suspect is now in custody as the investigation continues.

Europe News

French court convicts 18 people in migrant smuggling trial

The defendants were part of a smuggling gang accused of overseeing most Channel crossings on small boats from France to the UK from 2000 to 2022.

Culture news

Luc Besson in favour of government’s higher taxes for wealthiest

The filmmaker behind films like 'Leon' and 'The Fifth Element' states that he is in favour of the French government’s announcement regarding a “temporary and exceptional contribution” for the wealthiest households. “Shame on those rich people" he said of those who opposed the measure.

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France’s top literary prize awarded to Kamel Daoud for ‘Houris’

Kamel Daoud becomes the first author of Algerian descent to win the Goncourt Prize with his novel 'Houris', which is banned in Algeria for tackling the 'black decade' - the civil war that pitted Islamist groups against the Algerian army from 1992 to 2002.

Moments

Visit these European Christmas markets for the weekend by train

From Strasbourg to Cologne, take the green route to Europe’s best Christmas markets.

Economy

Eurozone economy shows slight lift as Germany and France top forecasts

Eurozone GDP grew in the third quarter of 2024 at its fastest pace in two years, boosted by stronger-than-expected growth in Germany and France. The euro rose on positive data, while European stocks fell amid global market tensions and upcoming US election concerns.

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Fact check: Does Monaco pay zero taxes?

Social media posts claim that Monaco has much better-maintained streets compared to neighbouring France despite charging no taxes.

Morocco

Macron visiting Morocco amid ‘new honeymoon’ over Western Sahara pivot

The French president is in Rabat to discuss business ties and illegal immigration after saying he would support Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara in July.

Economy

French lawmakers vote in favour of new tax on wealth of billionaires

A majority of lawmakers supported the proposition from the far-left LFI party, despite warnings from the incumbent government.

Europe News

Cognac makers say they are being 'sacrificed' amid EU-China trade war

French brandy is at the heart of a commercial dispute between Beijing and Brussels over Chinese electric vehicles (EVs).

Europe News

Russian forces on the verge of capturing Selydove, Ukrainian army says

The Russian army is pushing to enter the eastern Ukrainian city and could take control over the city within days, according to the Ukrainian military.

Travel News

Travellers warned of queues at borders as France ramps up checks

France’s current border controls will end on 31 October, but a new set of checks will come into effect from 1 November.

Culture news

France considers introducing charges to visit Notre-Dame de Paris

The French Minister of Culture, Rachida Dati, wants to levy an entrance fee of five euros for tourists in order to fund restoration work of religious buildings.

Europe News

Nearly €1 billion in aid for Lebanon pledged at international summit

The war between Hezbollah and Israel has seen areas of southern Lebanon and Beirut pummelled by airstrikes.

Economy

Eurozone business activity contracts again, but Germany improves

The eurozone's private sector activity contracted slightly in October, marking the second consecutive month of decline.

Europe News

French authorities report two dead in failed English Channel crossing

Authorities said 46 other people were rescued from a heavily overloaded inflatable boat that got into difficulty.

Business

Legalising online casinos? France places a bet on solving budget woes

Lifting the ban on online casino games will help to combat illegal sites, says the government. It could also bring in much-needed tax revenue.

Earth News

French MP proposes ban on certain type of bottled water

France has various schemes in place to lessen plastic usage, but the proposed bill would go further still.

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French transport minister promises concrete action after meeting cycling associations

François Durovray met with cycling associations following the tragic death of 27-year-old Paul Varry.

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