French farmers persist with road blockades in the South-West, defying the government’s call for a Christmas truce amid disputes over bovine dermatose management and agricultural policies.
Melvin L., a 22-year-old suspect, has been charged and detained in connection with a serious cyberattack on the French Ministry of Interior that compromised sensitive judicial data.
Farmers in Southwest France maintain protests against government livestock culling policies despite some lifted blockades and calls for a Christmas truce.
French farmers persist with road blockades in the South-West, defying the government’s call for a Christmas truce amid disputes over bovine dermatose management and agricultural policies.
Prominent French chefs back farmers protesting nodular dermatitis management, while some farm blockades are peacefully lifted amid ongoing agricultural tensions.
Two French police officers received three-year suspended sentences for intentionally colliding with motorcyclist Hugo Van Rooij on the A4 highway in October 2025, marking a strict judicial response to police violence.
French authorities arrest a 22-year-old in connection with a major cyberattack on the Ministry of the Interior, revealing vulnerabilities and leading to enhanced security protocols.
France faces contrasting demographic trends in 2025 with urban areas growing while many rural regions experience continued population decline, requiring localized policy responses.
France enacts stricter limits on retirees working while receiving pensions under the 2026 Social Security Financing Bill to manage labor market participation and social fund sustainability.
A major cyberattack on France's Ministry of the Interior has compromised confidential files, including judicial records, prompting multiple investigations.
French farmers are intensifying protests against the EU-Mercosur deal and the government's management of a contagious livestock disease, demanding an end to culling and protections for domestic agriculture.
France faces widespread agricultural protests and major highway blockades over the handling of contagious nodular dermatitis in cattle, prompting government crisis talks and a vaccination expansion plan.
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.
France experiences one of its hottest years on record in 2025, with significant temperature anomalies and global warming trends confirmed by Météo-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.
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.
Mickaël Ettori, a key member of the Corsican Petit Bar gang, was arrested after five years on the run following convictions for assassination and financial crimes.
A recent Cour des comptes report reveals that nearly one in ten teaching hours were lost in French middle schools in 2023-2024, mainly due to unfilled teacher absences, sparking public concern and calls for improved health monitoring.
Protests flare in Ariège as farmers clash with police over mandatory cattle culling caused by contagious nodular dermatitis, amid calls for alternative measures and vaccination campaigns.
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.
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.
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 launches its 2026 calls and awards to support civil society projects combating racism, antisemitism, and discrimination, emphasizing youth involvement.
Reports reveal France's employment challenges tied to youth unemployment, declining work hours, and persistent social inequalities affecting wages and access to services.
The French government and DILCRAH launch a 2026 national project call to support civil society initiatives combating racism, antisemitism, and anti-LGBT hate, aligned with national anti-discrimination plans.
Hinaupoko Devèze’s victory as Miss France 2026 sparked joyful celebrations and deep pride in her childhood village of Pompignan, highlighting community support and cultural roots.
Hinaupoko Devèze of Tahiti was crowned Miss France 2026 at the Zénith d’Amiens, embracing her new role with a focus on mental health awareness and cultural pride.
France postpones mandatory programmable thermostat installation from 2027 to 2030, aiming to cut heating costs and boost energy efficiency across all buildings.
France demands a three-month suspension of Shein's platform due to sales of illegal products, sparking legal debate over proportionality and online marketplace regulation.
Recent urban development projects in Aubervilliers and Nice ignite environmental concerns and community opposition, showcasing complex local debates on balancing growth with ecological preservation.
Despite a slight budget increase for 2026, France faces education funding shortfalls that contribute to teacher shortages, highlighted by a court ruling condemning the State for failing to replace an absent French teacher.
The French government has unveiled the 'Tous responsables' guide to help citizens better prepare for natural and industrial crises, encouraging emergency readiness and community engagement.
Louis F., a 23-year-old student, received a suspended prison sentence and community service for vandalizing Robert Badinter's grave just before the latter's Pantheon transfer.
France confronts escalating crime linked to kidnapping for ransom tied to cryptocurrency disputes and a prostitution ring exploiting teenage girls, prompting police crackdowns.
In 2025, France experiences a weekly opening of jihadist-related investigations, reflecting a persistent and serious Islamist terrorism threat despite fluctuating media attention.