Brigitte Macron apologizes for her private remark about feminist activists, sparking a social media wave of support amid ongoing debates over sexual violence in France.
France confronts an outbreak of contagious nodular dermatitis in cattle, triggering government containment measures and farmer protests amid concerns over the agricultural sector's future.
Two ongoing French investigations involve sexual assault allegations against minors: a Rouen police major charged and detained, and a Nantes man denying accusations affecting 13 children.
The French Senate adopted its 2026 budget favoring spending cuts, while political divisions within Les Républicains complicate upcoming mixed commission negotiations.
France experiences its third or fourth hottest year on record in 2025, with half the year marked by unusually high temperatures and accelerating climate change impacts.
President Macron visits Marseille to address escalating drug trafficking violence following recent unrest and reviews government efforts to combat narcotrafic.
A gas explosion in a Trévoux residential building on December 15, 2025, caused at least six casualties, including two children's deaths, prompting a major emergency response.
December 2025 in France sees the 27th Journée du Livre d'Économie at BnF promoting economic literacy, alongside the Trophées de l’Économie Numérique celebrating innovation.
The French Banking Federation proposes regulatory reforms to enhance European banks' financing capacity, addressing capital requirements and regulatory complexity.
France's social economy advances with strong social housing investments boosting the economy and a maritime cooperative using wind power to promote sustainable sea activities.
Ahead of the 2026 municipal elections, local government leaders emphasize the importance of clear, transparent working relationships between elected officials and administrative leaders amid governance challenges.
The Coupe de France trophy will be displayed in Fontenay-le-Comte on December 19 with activities, a mini-museum, and jersey unveiling ahead of Vendée Fontenay Foot's match against PSG.
Tickets for the Coupe de France match between Vendée Fontenay Foot and PSG sold out rapidly, reflecting intense local and national enthusiasm ahead of the game at Beaujoire stadium.
France experiences one of its hottest years on record in 2025, with significant temperature anomalies and global warming trends confirmed by Météo-France.
France prepares for its 2026 municipal elections in March with new voting reforms and notable candidate realignments in Marseille amid controversy over far-right alliances.
Jean-Michel Aulas and allies oppose Lyon's 2026 metropolitan budget, calling for audits amid disputes over ecological and fiscal policies ahead of municipal elections.
The Louvre grapples with increasing visitor demands, security incidents, and budgetary limits, reflecting broader challenges for French cultural institutions.
François Bayrou, mayor of Pau and former Prime Minister, is hospitalized for severe flu during a nationwide influenza epidemic in France.
France opposes the EU-Mercosur trade agreement due to farmer concerns as the European Commission pushes for a December signing amid protests and calls for political clarity.
Louvre Museum staff strike unanimously in protest over worsening working conditions and funding cuts, forcing indefinite closure amid ongoing union talks and reorganization efforts.
A French government mission is holding hearings and discussions from December 15-17, 2025, to examine the causes and effects of declining birth rates, including expert testimonies and ministerial participation.
Hauts-de-France announces a new 2025-2030 cultural-health convention promoting cultural access within healthcare to support dignity and social connection.
The mother of detained French journalist Christophe Gleizes has appealed to the Algerian president for clemency, as France demands his release amid allegations of terrorism-related charges.
The Louvre Museum faces closure threats on December 15 due to staff strikes over working conditions and funding cuts amid ongoing security and operational reforms after a jewel heist.
Amid strong opposition from French farmers and unions, France has requested a delay in the EU vote on the controversial EU-Mercosur trade agreement due to concerns over insufficient protections for local agriculture.
Amidst industrial decline and foreign control, France's economy faces a gloomy outlook in 2025, with social housing providing vital economic stability and social cohesion.
The ExisTransInter march experiences disruptive internal conflicts as political and syndical organizations are excluded, exposing ideological divides within the movement.
Belarus has freed over a hundred political prisoners, including Nobel laureate Ales Bialiatski, as part of a deal linked to the lifting of U.S. sanctions, sparking international diplomatic interest.
France's women's handball team wins bronze at the 2025 World Championship, marked by strong performances from emerging players and overcoming adversity.
New South Wales Premier Chris Minns announces plans for tougher gun control laws after the Sydney terror attack involving legally owned firearms.
Following a deadly anti-Semitic attack in Australia that claimed a French victim, France is escalating security around Jewish sites amid rising national fears over safety and hate crimes.
France confronts critical industrial losses with Brandt's liquidation and escalating agricultural protests amid contagious livestock disease outbreaks.
France seeks to delay the EU-Mercosur trade agreement approval, demanding stronger safeguards to protect its agriculture before any signing.
Former PM Élisabeth Borne urges Minister Sébastien Lecornu to consider Article 49.3 to ensure timely passage of the 2026 budget amid political resistance.
Following the deadly Sydney terrorist attack that claimed French citizen Dan Elkayam's life, Paris's Jewish community held a defiant Hanukkah celebration under increased security.
French cattle farmers in the South-West protest harsh DNC culling rules, escalating tensions before a ministerial visit amid fears of losing healthy herds and traditions.
The December 14, 2025 episode of 'Les enfants de la télé' aired on France 2 with guests Grégory Montel, Lorànt Deutsch, and more, continuing the show's tradition of nostalgic TV moments.
Toulon clinched a thrilling 43-34 victory over Bath in the Champions Cup, securing their first points of the season and a crucial bonus point in a closely fought match.
France faces the Netherlands for the bronze medal in the Women’s Handball World Championship, with live coverage available on beIN Sports 1.
French government pushes for a 2026 budget compromise amid political tensions and public concern over economic and social challenges.
Tensions escalate as feminicide activists confront authorities amid rising gender-based violence in France.
Following the dramatic theft of crown jewels from the Louvre, director Laurence des Cars confronts criticism and launches security upgrades ahead of crucial Senate testimony.
The French government begins vaccination of cattle to combat DNC in South-West France amid farmer protests and road blockades, aiming to prevent mass culling.
TikTok creators profit from fake news and sensational stories, challenging the platform's monetization rules and fueling misinformation in France.
Amid widespread protests by farmers against culling policies, France plans to vaccinate nearly a million additional cattle to combat contagious nodular dermatitis, with the Agriculture Minister visiting Occitanie to oversee vaccination efforts and address farmers' concerns.
Lion Forge announces season 2 of 'Iyanu' with new clips for 2026 release, while 'La Légende de Monte-Cristo' musical adapts Dumas' novel with a modern production.
Didier Deschamps will leave his coaching role after the 2026 World Cup, with Zinédine Zidane widely expected to succeed him, although the official announcement will come post-tournament.
December 2025 polls show Macron's steady but low approval, rising scores for Bardella, and an unexpected political entry in Nice by ex-OGC Nice president Jean-Pierre Rivère.
The French Senate has cut €1 billion from the 2026 France 2030 innovation budget amid fiscal balancing efforts, while France’s social spending notably exceeds European averages.
Maud Gatel of MoDem endorses Rachida Dati for Paris mayor in 2026, emphasizing shared goals and political alternation.
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