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French Authorities Tighten Halloween 2025 Security Measures Amid Threats and Past Incidents
Four Bulgarian Nationals Sentenced for Vandalizing Shoah Memorial with 'Red Hands'
French National Assembly Rejects Zucman Tax Amid Political Turmoil
IMF's October 2025 World Economic Outlook Signals Slowing Global Growth Amid Rising Risks
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Two Missing After River Flooding in Drôme Amid Orange Alert
Five New Suspects Arrested in Louvre Jewellery Heist as Investigation Intensifies
Attempted Bus Hijacking in Saint-Malo Spurs Terrorism Investigation
High-Value Violent Jewelry Thefts Spark Police Action in France
Paris Prosecutor to Update on Louvre Jewel Heist Amid Security Debates
Two Bobigny Police Officers Suspended Over Rape Allegations Amid Ongoing Investigations
Two police officers at Bobigny court have been suspended and are under investigation for allegedly raping a detained woman, prompting a criminal and administrative probe amid broader concerns about sexual violence in France.
              
French Authorities Tighten Halloween 2025 Security Measures Amid Threats and Past Incidents
Two Bobigny Police Officers Suspended Over Rape Allegations Amid Ongoing Investigations
Femicide in France Rises by 11% in 2024, Highlighting Alarming Domestic Violence Trends
Territorial Gaps in AESH Support Leave Thousands of French Children with Disabilities Waiting
France Faces Rising Egg Shortages Amid Growing Demand and Production Challenges
Shein to Open Controversial First Permanent Store at Paris' BHV Amid Strong Opposition
Shein is opening its first permanent Paris store at BHV despite public and governmental opposition, amid fines and controversy over its business practices in France.
              
IMF's October 2025 World Economic Outlook Signals Slowing Global Growth Amid Rising Risks
Shein to Open Controversial First Permanent Store at Paris' BHV Amid Strong Opposition
France's Economy Surges with 0.5% Growth in Q3 2025, Exceeding Expectations
French Multinational Tax Reform Sparks Feasibility Concerns and Industry Criticism
IMF Signals Slower Global Growth Amid Romanian Fiscal Concerns
Paris Masters 2025 Quarterfinals Showcase Vacherot's Upset and Bublik's Victory
Valentin Vacherot's upset over Cameron Norrie and Alexander Bublik's quarterfinal win highlight the 2025 Paris Masters tennis tournament's intense competition, with Jannik Sinner also advancing amid Alcaraz's absence.
              
Paris Masters 2025 Quarterfinals Showcase Vacherot's Upset and Bublik's Victory
Quetigny’s Victory Upheld: Garchizy’s Appeal Rejected Ahead of Coupe de France Showdown with Saint-Étienne
XV de France Faces Injury Woes as New Talent Joins Squad Ahead of South Africa Clash
France Eliminated from 2025 Women's Nations League After 2-2 Draw with Germany
France Women's Football Team Eliminated by Germany in UEFA Nations League Semi-Final
French National Assembly Rejects Zucman Tax Amid Political Turmoil
France's National Assembly rejects the Zucman tax on ultra-wealthy assets amid political tensions and promises to adjust social benefits to appease allies.
              
France Faces Political Turmoil Over New Tax Amendments and Budget Deficit Concerns
French National Assembly Rejects Zucman Tax Amid Political Turmoil
France Faces Fierce Debate Over Wealth and Corporate Tax Hikes Amid OECD Ranking
Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin Faces Legal Complaint Following Controversial Visit to Nicolas Sarkozy in Prison
Historic Vote Breaks Political Isolation of Far-Right in French National Assembly
John Williams and Steven Spielberg Reunite for Their 30th Film Collaboration in 2026
Pékin Express 2025 Launches with 8 Diverse Teams Tackling Kazakhstan's Frozen Challenge
Mon Premier Festival: A Fresh Cinematic Experience for Young Cinephiles
French Literary Conversations Explore the Enduring Need to Believe
Brigitte Bardot Denies Death Rumors Amid Recovery from Minor Surgery
French MPs Approve Limits on Sick Leave Duration in 2026 Social Security Budget Reform
The French National Assembly's social affairs committee has approved limits on sick leave durations, setting maximums of 15 days for city-prescribed leaves and 30 days for hospital stays, as part of the 2026 Social Security budget reforms.
              
French MPs Approve Limits on Sick Leave Duration in 2026 Social Security Budget Reform
European Parliament Adopts New Driving Permit Reform with Mandatory Medical Assessments
France Elevates Avian Influenza Risk to High Amid Rising Outbreaks
France Faces Critical Budget Cuts in Public Services, Sparking Calls for Urgent Reform
France Elevates Avian Influenza Risk to High, Imposing Poultry Confinement Measures
Louvre to Implement Enhanced Anti-Intrusion Security Measures by Year-End Following Burglary
In response to a recent jewelry heist, the Louvre will install new anti-intrusion security features by year-end amid revelations of long-standing security weaknesses and governance flaws.
              
Four Bulgarian Nationals Sentenced for Vandalizing Shoah Memorial with 'Red Hands'
Louvre to Implement Enhanced Anti-Intrusion Security Measures by Year-End Following Burglary
Blame Game Erupts Over Louvre Jewel Heist Amid Security Flaws and Staffing Shortages
Trial Begins for Four Bulgarian Nationals Over Anti-Semitic 'Red Hands' Graffiti on Paris Shoah Memorial
Two Arrested in High-Profile 2025 Louvre Jewel Heist as Investigation Intensifies
Marseille Embarks on Major Expansion of Video Surveillance Despite Local Political Disputes
Antisemitic Vandalism of Ilan Halimi Plaque Shocks Bouches-du-Rhône Ahead of Commemorations
Marseille Forum Aims to Boost Regional Economic Attractiveness
Frustration Grows in Marseille Over Bayrou's Economic Savings Call
Differentiated Traffic Measures Extended in Marseille on August 14, 2025
Four Dead in Lyon Squat Fire: Suspect Charged with Assassination, Two Others for Failure to Assist
Woman Fatally Stabbed by Husband in Lyon Suburb Highlights Domestic Violence Crisis
Knife Fight at Villefranche-sur-Saône Prison Leaves Five Inmates Injured
Controversy in Givors Over Montessori School Project Alleged to Mask Islamic School Intentions
Tragic Fire in Lyon Basement Highlights Growing Social Precarity
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2027 french presidential election
Historic Vote Breaks Political Isolation of Far-Right in French National Assembly
French National Assembly Passes RN Resolution to Denounce 1968 Franco-Algerian Agreements
French National Assembly Adopts RN Resolution Denouncing 1968 Franco-Algerian Agreement
French Political Leaders Set Strategies and Criticize Government Ahead of 2027 Elections
Political Tensions Escalate with Fiscal Mishaps and 2027 Presidential Candidacies in France
2026 budget
France Faces Political Turmoil Over New Tax Amendments and Budget Deficit Concerns
French National Assembly Rejects Zucman Tax Amid Political Turmoil
French MPs Approve Limits on Sick Leave Duration in 2026 Social Security Budget Reform
France Faces Fierce Debate Over Wealth and Corporate Tax Hikes Amid OECD Ranking
French National Assembly Faces Heated Debate on Zucman Wealth Tax and Pension Reform Suspension
Weather warning
Storm Benjamin Triggers Orange and Yellow Alerts Across Western France
Storm Benjamin Triggers Orange Alerts for Violent Winds and Wave Submersion on French Coasts
France Faces Heavy Rainfall and Flood Risks from Tuesday to Thursday
Storm Amy Claims Two Lives in Northern France Amid Severe Weather Alerts
Storm Amy Triggers Orange Wind Warnings in Northern France with Gusts Up to 130 km/h
Political crisis
Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin Faces Legal Complaint Following Controversial Visit to Nicolas Sarkozy in Prison
French National Assembly Votes to Denounce 1968 Franco-Algerian Agreement, Straining Diplomatic Relations
Political Fragmentation Casts Shadow Over France’s Fiscal Stability and Credit Outlook
Moody's Places France's Sovereign Credit Rating on Negative Outlook Amid Political and Economic Challenges
Political Tensions Escalate with Fiscal Mishaps and 2027 Presidential Candidacies in France
Football
France's Women's Football Team Prepares for Crucial Nations League Semi-Final Against Germany
France Women's Soccer Team Falls 1-0 to Germany in Nations League Semi-Final First Leg
FIFA Rankings Update: France Drops to Third as Argentina Surpasses
France U20 Team Knocked Out of World Cup by Morocco; Zidane Signals Coaching Ambitions
Uncertainty Looms Over 2026 Coupe de France Final's Venue and Date Amid Grand Paris Construction
Civil unrest
Tensions Rise in France as Union Protest and Parliament Clash Over Economic Policies
Two Decades After Clichy-sous-Bois: The Lingering Political Impact of 2005 Social Unrest
Indre-et-Loire Bans Dieudonné's Latest 'Best’Of' Performance Amid Public Order Concerns
Two Decades After 2005 Clichy-sous-Bois Riots: Political Failures and Lingering Social Inequities Amid Urban Renewal
French Authorities and Federations Condemn Recent Antisemitic and Racist Incidents in Universities and Parachuting Clubs
Television
beIN Sports Returns as NBA Broadcaster in France for 2025-2026 Season
Amazon Prime Video Secures Major NBA Broadcast Rights in France for 2025-2026 Season
Classic Franchises Make a Triumphant Return to French Screens and Streaming
Emma Watson's Film Career Flourishes Amidst New Productions
Jimmy Kimmel's Show Returns: End of Boycott Marks a New Broadcasting Era
Economic trends and indicators
IMF's October 2025 World Economic Outlook Signals Slowing Global Growth Amid Rising Risks
France's Economy Surges with 0.5% Growth in Q3 2025, Exceeding Expectations
Global Economic Outlook for 2025-2026 Highlights Growth Challenges and Africa's Resilience
Cooperatives Show Resilience Amid Global Economic Uncertainties
Political Uncertainty in France Dampens Business Investment and Economic Outlook for 2026
Political leadership
Paris 2026 Municipal Elections: Divisions on the Right and Left’s Unity Ambitions Shape the Race
Jordan Bardella Seeks Independent Political Identity Amid RN's Rising Local Influence
French Political Leaders Set Strategies and Criticize Government Ahead of 2027 Elections
Macron Signals Possible Referendum as 2023 French Pension Reform Postponed
Nathalie Delattre Makes History as First Female Leader of Parti radical
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