Country: France
Political, economic, social, cultural, diplomatic, and technological news from France. A section focused on this key EU nation with strong global influence and deep ties with Africa.
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PSG: Emmanuel Macron enthusiastic about Luis Enrique
The French president, Emmanuel Macron, paid great tribute to Luis Enrique, architect of PSG’s first Champions League victory. For the first time in its history, PSG wins the… -
Champions League: Emmanuel Macron reacts to PSG’s historic triumph
PSG’s long-awaited Champions League victory—the first in the club’s history—has drawn congratulations from across France, including a message from President Emmanuel Macron. Long considered a perennial contender, Paris… -
France: Brigitte Macron seen slapping the president? What Richard de Seze says about the viral video
You may have seen the surprising footage, or at least heard about it: just before disembarking from the plane that brought him to Vietnam, French President Emmanuel Macron… -
Slap or playful tap? Macron’s Vietnam tarmac moment sparks debate on power, privacy, and perception
A short video, just a few seconds long and filmed on the Vietnamese tarmac, was enough to reignite debate over the French presidential couple’s private life—and the limits… -
France: why Nicolas Sarkozy was released from electronic monitoring
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is no longer subject to electronic surveillance, following a judicial decision that lifted the restrictions imposed earlier this year. Sarkozy had been fitted… -
France: 14-year-old footballer dies after cardiac arrest on the field
Tragedy has struck French football. Fourteen-year-old Ousmane Diaby has died after suffering a cardiac arrest during a match, his club AS Jeunesse Aubervilliers announced on Wednesday. The young… -
French Days 2025: a week of major deals from April 30 to May 6
The French Days 2025 kicked off this Wednesday, April 30, offering consumers a full week of promotions across a wide range of products. Launched in 2018 by several… -
Temu, Shein, AliExpress: is the era of cheap Chinese parcels coming to an end?
France is stepping up its stance against the flood of low-cost parcels arriving from China. In a context marked by a surge in ultra-cheap deliveries, the government is… -
Major disruptions expected on RATP and SNCF networks in Île-de-France on May 3 and 4, 2025
Significant service interruptions are scheduled across several transport lines in the Île-de-France region over the weekend of May 3 and 4, 2025, due to modernization and maintenance works.… -
France: healthcare professionals protest against proposed regulation on physician practice locations
On April 29, 2025, thousands of medical students, interns, and young practitioners took to the streets of Paris and several other cities across France to protest a proposed… -
Champions League: PSG squad announced to face Arsenal
PSG head coach Luis Enrique has revealed the list of players selected for the Champions League clash against Arsenal this Tuesday. The squad includes both Hakimi and Dembélé.… -
France to Cut a Third of Public Agencies to Curb Budget Deficit
The French government plans to eliminate or merge a third of its public agencies and institutions starting next year, in a bid to reduce a budget deficit deemed… -
Ligue 1: PSG collapses against Nice ahead of Arsenal Champions League clash
In a fiery encounter, PSG fell to Nice (1-3) on Friday night in Ligue 1—a heavy defeat for the Parisians just days before their crucial Champions League clash… -
“You’re a complete failure, you can’t win the Ballon d’Or” – Former PSG star slams Kylian Mbappé
Former Paris Saint-Germain star Jérôme Rothen has told Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé that he won’t win the Ballon d’Or this year. Speaking to RMC Radio, the ex-Rangers… -
PSG squad to face Nantes: Achraf Hakimi left out
PSG head coach Luis Enrique has named his squad for Tuesday night’s Ligue 1 clash away to Nantes — a group that does not include Achraf Hakimi, who… -
Macron announces he will attend Pope Francis’ funeral
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that he will attend the funeral of Pope Francis. “We will be at the Pope’s funeral, as is fitting,” he stated on… -
Death of Pope Francis: Reaction from French President Emmanuel Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron has responded to the death of Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday at the age of 88. Weakened in recent months by an… -
“Nezha 2”: The Chinese Animated Film Smashing Global Records
It’s a global phenomenon—one that French audiences are only just discovering. Nezha 2, the Chinese animated film, hits theaters in France on April 23, 2025, riding the wave… -
Prison Attacks: No Leads Ruled Out at This Stage
In recent days, a wave of targeted attacks in France has struck prisons, the homes, and vehicles of prison staff. The use of military-grade weapons, arson, and acts… -
France: armored truck rriver’s wife and baby taken hostage in alarming new robbery tactic
On the morning of Thursday, April 18, a cash-in-transit driver on duty in Switzerland became the target of a deeply troubling robbery scenario. Criminals broke into his home… -
56% of French people support cutting social benefits, says new poll
A majority of French citizens believe that reducing social benefits is necessary to address the country’s budget deficit, according to a new survey conducted by the CSA Institute… -
Clémence Guetté: “We must protect public services and restore tax justice”
Speaking on France Info this Tuesday morning, MP Clémence Guetté delivered a sharp critique of France’s current security, diplomatic, and budgetary situation. Voicing concerns over a surge in… -
Kylian Mbappé: “I don’t want to be the new Messi or Ronaldo”
Real Madrid striker Kylian Mbappé has downplayed comparisons with Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, claiming that these two soccer legends are “irreplaceable”. At a press conference with the… -
Niger officially withdraws from the OIF as part of its breakaway policy
Niger has announced its withdrawal from the Organisation Internationale de la Francophonie (OIF), a decision that continues the policy of rupture initiated by the Niamey authorities with Western…
