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Charles Dumont, composer of 'Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien', dies aged 95

French singer-songwriter Charles Dumont, who composed Edith Piaf's famous song 'Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien' has died aged 95.

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Here are some controversies ahead of Notre Dame de Paris' reopening

The Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral, whose historic bells were silenced following 2019’s devastating fire, will soon echo again with fresh chimes. Although the Cathedral will reopen on 7 December, the process has been far from smooth. Take a look at some of the twists and turns along the way.

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French farmers mobilise nationwide to protest EU-Mercosur trade deal

Farmers across France are on the road again, protesting the EU-Mercosur agreement and arguing that the deal would create unfair competition.

Art

Paris' latest exhibition explores beauty across art and history

The Louvre Museum in Paris has partnered with L’Oréal Groupe to present "Of All Beauties!", an immersive exhibition exploring the concept of beauty across art and history.

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Thousands march in Paris ahead of France-Israel football match

The demonstration was also organised to denounce a highly controversial gala organised on Wednesday night by the Israeli far-right in Paris.

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Macron and Starmer lay wreath at Paris' Tomb of the Unknown Soldier

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer joined French President Emmanuel Macron at a Paris ceremony marking the 106th anniversary of the Armistice on Monday.

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Armistice Day: Starmer and Macron meet in Paris

It's the first time a British leader has been hosted for Armistice Day in France since Winston Churchill joined General Charles de Gaulle in 1944, Starmer's office said.

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Paris goes car-free in attempt to curb air pollution

All motorists will now be banned from driving through the centre of Paris as the city launches a traffic-free zone.

Art

Kazakhstan's treasures of the great steppe arrive in Paris

From nomadic tribes to the Kazakh khanate - the Musée Guimet’s new exhibition explores 5,000 years of Kazakhstan's history in five key artefacts.

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Juliette Binoche launches Paris Christmas window display

The iconic Printemps Haussmann department store launched its enchanting Christmas window display on Thursday, with celebrated French actress Juliette Binoche unveiling this year’s festive theme, a magical train journey.

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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.

Food and Drink

SIAL: Inside the food festival setting the next big food trends

You could call it the Glastonbury of the food world. Marking its 60th anniversary in Paris, the SIAL fair has played host to some 7,500 food exhibitors from 200 countries over the past week. It may be closed to the public, but this is where food trends are set.

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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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Eurostar Snap tickets are half-price. What’s the catch?

Eurostar Snap tickets are available again for the first time since 2019.

Art

From Yayoi Kusama to Pablo Picasso: Your guide to Art Basel Paris 2024

From works by Yayoi Kusama and Salvador Dalí, to Pablo Picasso, Art Basel Paris is showcasing thousands of exceptional pieces from leading galleries. Here's your guide to this unmissable art extravaganza.

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Dame Shirley Bassey jewellery auction breaks world record

Dame Shirley Bassey's jewellery collection has sold for a collective price of €2.2 million. The proceeds of the auction benefit the celebrated singer’s chosen charities.

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No sexism allowed on Paris film sets, new charter requires

It's no longer a catch-as-catch-can situation for filmmakers in Paris, required to sign a charter pledging to tackle sexism on set.

Art

French-Haitian artist Gaëlle Choisne wins the Prix Marcel Duchamp

Choisne’s work, infused with mysticism, explores the connections between the personal and the universal and often addresses sociopolitical issues. Judges praised her winning installation as combining "gravity and lightness".

Business

Parisians say 'non' to global brands on culturally important sites

Cash-strapped Paris city council is under attack for allowing global brands to peddle their wares at historic sites.

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How is 'Emily in Paris' creating discord among European leaders?

French president Emmanuel Macron has said that he is proud of his wife's cameo in 'Emily in Paris', but that the titular heroine of the Netflix show shouldn’t holiday in Rome for too long in Season 4... Cue: Rome’s mayor asking the French president to chill.