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France

Could French school children be made to wear uniforms?

The Minister for National Education, Gabriel Attal, has announced a 'large-scale experiment' will soon be launched which will see a number of children across France wearing school uniforms for the first time.

Australia

Australia and France reset relationship after 'back-stabbing' deal

A new agreement will mean each country can have access to the other's military facilities in the Pacific region and increase joint activities.

Travel News

Where in Europe speaks the best - and worst - English?

Some of Europe’s most popular tourist destinations are the least proficient in English.

France

Mayor receives 'decapitation' threat after comments on teen's killing

The death of the 16-year-old, known as Thomas, sparked protests from far-right groups in November.

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Italy

Europe's far-right leaders gather in Italy to prepare for EU elections

Matteo Salvini, who is Italy's Deputy Prime Minister, hosted the conference in Florence under the slogan "Jobs, Security, Common Sense" on Sunday.

Experiences

Countdown to Christmas: Where to see Europe’s living advent calendars

Sweden’s ‘living advent calendar’ tradition has spread to towns and villages across Europe.

France

New report shows thousands of French minors victims of sexual assault

The newly-launched Domestic Abuse Task Force estimates that there are some 160,000 children victims of sexual violence in France every year - and many cases go unreported.

World News

Europe confronts an increasingly transnational far-right threat

Movements that could once be tackled one government at a time are more and more able to connect with each other across borders – and Elon Musk's Twitter has given them a gift.

Art

Legendary French-American photographer Elliott Erwitt dies aged 95

The world of photography mourns a singular talent, whose images "have helped build our general understanding of who we are as a society and as humans."

United Kingdom

Body found in rural England barn triggers Europe-wide investigation

Does this story seem familiar? Do you recognise the person in these images? Investigators are asking for help.

Economy

Lower inflation and wage growth in 2024? Here's S&P Global's outlook

Euronews Business spoke to chief EMEA economist, Sylvain Broyer, at S&P Global about the eurozone economic outlook for 2024.

Tech News

French government to ditch WhatsApp for a homegrown alternative

The French government is switching out common instant messaging apps with French alternatives in order to tighen up security.

Economy

France prices fall in November as inflation eases in the energy sector

French inflation numbers for November came in lower than expected following a slower rise in energy and service sector prices.

Sport

French Alps and Nice are surprise favourites to host Winter Olympics

The IOC's decision came at the expense of bids from Switzerland and Sweden, and another leading candidate in Japan withdrew its bid.

France

France moves to shut down far-right groups

Several people were arrested at an 'ultra-right' march in Lyon on Monday evening.

Travel News

France-US visa deal: What is it and who does it apply to?

French citizens can double the length of their US visa under this new deal.

Food and Drink

Grapes of wrath: Why French winemakers are protesting a new proposal

French vineyards are in crisis. A government proposal to set minimum pricing on alcohol threatens to make things worse.

France

Six teenagers on trial for their role in French teacher's beheading

The murder of French teacher Samuel Paty by a radicalised 18-year-old shocked the country. Now six teenagers go on trial in Paris for their alleged role.

Culture news

France's Zoe Clauzure triumphs at Junior Eurovision Song Contest

France has won the junior version of the Eurovision song contest with Zoe Clauzure and her song 'Coeur'.

Travel News

Hidden heroes: The inside story of Europe’s air traffic controllers

2023 has been a disruptive year for air traffic control in Europe. Why is this, and will it continue into 2024?