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Spectre of European war stalks D-Day 80th anniversary

“There are things worth fighting for," said one World War II veteran. "Although I wish there was another way to do it than to try to kill each other.”

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Taylor Swift’s The Eras Tour: A day in the life of a Swiftie newbie

Taylor Swift comes to France with her Eras Tour, and our writer David Mouriquand pops his Swift concert cherry in Lyon. He walks you through his day, his gig, his thoughts, his photos, and whether or not this experience has transformed him into a card-carrying Swiftie.

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Mysterious manuscript of Albert Camus' ‘L'Étranger’ to be auctioned

The complete (and mysterious) manuscript of Albert Camus' famous novel is to be auctioned and is estimated at between €500,000 and €800,000.

Russia

French military in Ukraine would be 'legitimate target': Russian FM

While touring Africa, Russia's foreign minister also dismissed the Ukraine peace and security conference, which is due to take place in Switzerland in July.

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France

Biden marks D-Day in France as Europe security under threat

The US president will mark the 80th anniversary of the World War Two invasion that liberated France from Nazi Germany.

Culture news

Meryl Streep to perform in Rufus Wainwright’s Dream Requiem

Inspired by the Covid-19 pandemic, Rufus Wainwright’s Dream Requiem will debut in Paris mid-June, with Meryl Streep starring as a narrator.

Europe News

Farmers block Spanish-French border in major pre-EU elections protest

Dozens of tractors have been blocking all major crossing points between Spain and France from Irun in the Basque Country to La Jonquera in Catalonia since Monday morning. The rally is expected to last until Tuesday.

Europe News

Will liberals be biggest losers of EU election?

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Mass parachute jump over Normandy kicks off D-Day commemorations

2024 marks the 80th anniversary of D-Day but officials decided against playing host to the Russian president,

Europe News

Parachute drop marks 80th anniversary of D-Day in Normandy

Both U.S. President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenskyy attended whilst Russian President Vladimir Putin was not invited.

Belgium

Super Poll Q&A: Is EU-wide conservative coalition losing momentum?

The Euronews Super Polls foresee an election victory for the EPP, unprecedented growth for the ultraconservatives, and a slight increase for the socialists. Data suggest that crafting the future ruling coalition could turn out to be a political conundrum.

Europe News

France says plan to attack Olympic football events foiled

An 18-year-old man from Chechnya was arrested on suspicion of being behind a plan to target spectators and police at football matches in Saint-Etienne and a die a 'martyr'.

Culture news

Service fault for French Open as it bans alcohol?

The French Open has stopped fans drinking alcohol in the stands in a bid to clamp down on unruly behaviour at Roland Garros. Is it the right move?

Tech News

French start-up Inclusive Brains sends post to Macron via brainwaves

The demonstrator raised his hands in the air to show how the message to the French president was sent with mental and physiological commands.

Climate

Belgian teenager who lost a friend to floods holds Total responsible

Eight people have launched a criminal case against TotalEnergies' leaders, who they hold responsible for their climate tragedies.

Culture news

What to expect from the 10th edition of Festival Ciné-Palestine

From the French cities of Marseille to Paris, more than 40 films have been selected for the tenth edition of the Festival Ciné-Palestine, which runs from 30 May to 16 June.

Culture news

Trans actress sues French far-right politician after transphobic slur

The actress, who became the first transgender woman to win the Best Actress prize at Cannes, dedicated her award to “all the trans people who are suffering”. Following hateful comments made by Marion Maréchal, Gascón is now suing the French far-right politician.

France

The New Caledonia riots are over, but what remains?

A recent attempt to alter French voting lists in New Caledonia sent the archipelago into a violent crisis – and some are warning that the conflict is far from over.

Food and Drink

'It's kind of magical': Museum dedicated to cheese opens in Paris

"En faire tout un fromage." Literally.

Business

Europe's top honey producer accused of 'Frenchwashing' over labels

Famille Michaud Apiculteurs is accused of misleading its customers by failing to label certain jars clearly enough and potentially giving a false impression that the honey is entirely French.

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