Karim Benzema signals willingness to rejoin the French national football team for the 2026 World Cup, highlighting his current strong club form and acknowledging past absences.
Jean-Pierre Berger was elected mayor of Saint-Étienne following the imprisonment of former mayor Gaël Perdriau for blackmail involving an intimate video.
The French government has secured approval for the 2026 Social Security budget despite public criticism and is working to extend key employment transition measures for civil servants.
France is grappling with major sexual offense trials, including a Lyon former volunteer facing decades-long abuse charges and a comedian accused of pimping and assault.
French consumers increasingly finance holiday gifts with credit amid financial strain, while new 2026 tax rules mandate online declarations for certain monetary gifts.
The French National Assembly unanimously passed a law guaranteeing legal representation for minors under educational assistance, enhancing protections for vulnerable children.
Julie Zitouni, ex-Miss Provence, plans legal action for defamation and cyberharassment following backlash over a controversial Miss France 2026 video.
Farmers in Ariège and Hautes-Pyrénées protest the government-mandated mass culling of cattle due to a contagious nodular dermatitis outbreak, opposing the health authorities' approach and calling for targeted measures and vaccination.
Brandt's forced liquidation ends France’s last large appliance manufacturing, eliminating over 700 jobs and extinguishing hopes for a cooperative rescue plan.
France leads Europe in social spending for 2023 with significant investments in pensions and health but faces urgent sustainability challenges, warns the Court of Auditors.
As part of the 2026 state budget, the French Senate has approved a €500 bonus for mayors but rejected a proposed territorial investment fund, while easing financial pressures on local authorities.
The French National Assembly has approved the 2026 defense budget amid notable political disagreements over strategic priorities and military funding.
A new study shows strong public support for citizen assemblies in France as a response to political distrust, highlighting their potential to rejuvenate democratic participation amid ongoing political and financial challenges.
Amid rising political pressure, France Télévisions faces scrutiny over neutrality and funding, mirroring challenges confronting public broadcasters across Europe.
PSG prepares for their upcoming Coupe de France match against Vendée Fontenay Foot on December 20 while securing a victory to advance to the quarter-finals.
Amnesty International’s report accuses Hamas of crimes against humanity during the October 7, 2023 attacks in Israel, detailing extensive civilian casualties, hostage abuses, and ongoing violations amid the conflict.
France Télévisions president Delphine Ernotte faces extensive questioning over financial deficits, management practices, and content neutrality in a parliamentary commission hearing.
French economic experts highlight significant flaws in national climate policies, particularly in managing forests to enhance carbon sequestration and resilience.
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu presented a €6.7 billion military budget increase as a central element of the challenging 2026 state finance bill, aiming for parliamentary consensus amid narrow approval prospects.
The French National Assembly approves the 2026 Social Security budget bill, introducing key health policies, suspending a pension reform, and addressing political tensions.
President Emmanuel Macron plans to introduce a law establishing a minimum age of 15 or 16 for social media access with mandatory age verification to protect minors.
Two main contenders, Jérôme Filippini and Eric Thiers, vie to succeed Maryvonne Le Brignonen as head of the Institut national du service public, with a final decision expected in early 2026.
Safran agrees to sell its in-flight entertainment division Safran Passenger Innovations to American investment firm Kingswood Capital, with the deal expected to complete by early 2026.
Late 2025 sees Landes grappling with mixed economic fortunes including sectoral downturns, cautious business outlooks, and emerging recovery in real estate and aerospace.
Recent events and community projects in France highlight renewed efforts to boost the cultural economy and social integration through innovative collaborations and infrastructure support.
On December 10, 2025, France saw heightened security at Bordeaux's Nuit du Bien Commun charity amid far-left disruptions, and a provocative Femen protest during Nicolas Sarkozy's book signing in Paris.
Lyon's administrative tribunal has stopped the expansion of the Bugey nuclear plant, citing inadequate ecological assessment and legal flaws in urban planning approvals.
France suspends its 2023 pension reform while the National Assembly adopts modified 2026 social security budget, with further parliamentary votes forthcoming.
Foodborne illness cases rise in France and Europe in 2024, with recent outbreaks and ongoing retailer inspections highlighting the growing public health challenge.
France projects a €19.5 billion Social Security deficit for 2026 amid difficult budget negotiations, with state budget approval possibly extending into January.
Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu successfully passes the social security budget amid ongoing political deadlock over France's state budget, prompting government contingency plans and economic growth forecast updates.
Following Brigitte Macron's controversial remark towards protesting feminists, government spokesperson Maud Bregeon defends her and criticizes the activists' methods amid a sensitive political controversy.
Safran sells its in-flight entertainment division amid the rise of digital entertainment as a key daily leisure activity reshaped by technology and social connectivity.
Marseille and Monaco boost their UEFA Champions League qualification hopes with wins, as PSG women's team suffers elimination after a draw against Louvain.
Perpignan Autrement broadens its leftist coalition with new political party endorsements rallying behind Mathias Blanc for the 2026 municipal elections.
Leila Y., a nanny accused of poisoning a Jewish family's drinks and cosmetics in France, faces a trial where antisemitism is debated as an aggravating factor.
France approves the 2025 Social Security budget amid deficit concerns, while Prime Minister Lecornu seeks parliamentary consensus on defense spending reforms.
The French National Assembly has passed the 2026 Social Security budget by a narrow margin, avoiding controversial legislative procedures and setting the stage for Senate review and final adoption.
France launches its 2026 calls and awards to support civil society projects combating racism, antisemitism, and discrimination, emphasizing youth involvement.
The French National Assembly narrowly approved the 2026 Social Security budget, moving it to the Senate amid political uncertainty and challenges with the broader state budget.
The Paris prosecutor's office has opened an investigation into the shaving of an 8-year-old boy's head as punishment at a children's home, following a video that circulated among staff showing the incident.
France will take on New Zealand’s All Blacks at the new Te Kaha Stadium in Christchurch on July 4, 2026, opening the Nations Championship, with hopes to reverse past defeats.
QSI completes acquisition of Belgian club Eupen, targeting modernization and youth development after the club's 2024 relegation.
The French Assembly approved the 2026 Social Security budget after a tense debate, amid opposition over medical tariff reforms and narrow vote margins supporting the government's proposal.
The 2025 economic awards in New Aquitaine honored innovative and export-driven local businesses like Airbooster and Freejump, highlighting regional contributions to sustainability and growth.
France's anti-corruption reforms under Sapin 2 show progress but face challenges in measurement, implementation, and judicial handling, prompting calls for a national strategy.
Recent assaults against women on Paris public transport have led to prison sentences for attackers and a regional mobilization for improved safety measures.
A violent altercation at LR candidate Foulques Chombart de Lauwe's campaign headquarters in Nantes has raised concerns over escalating political hostility and violence during the French election campaign.
Dordogne mayor Bernard Bazinet was expelled from the Socialist Party following antisemitic Facebook remarks, prompting political condemnation and legal action plans.
The French National Assembly debates and votes on the 2026 Social Security budget amid political divisions and a last-minute health funding increase proposal.
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