Brigitte Bardot: Icon of Cinema, Fashion, and Animal Rights Passes at 91
Brigitte Bardot, the iconic French actress, fashion pioneer, and animal rights advocate, passed away at 91, leaving a complex legacy celebrated nationwide.
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Woman Found Dead in Lille; Partner Held in Custody Amid Femicide Investigation
A 34-year-old Belgian woman was found dead with signs of violence in Lille; her companion is in police custody as a femicide investigation unfolds.
French Parliament Unanimously Passes Historic Law Rehabilitating Women Convicted for Abortion Pre-1975
The French Parliament has passed a unanimously supported law that rehabilitates women convicted for abortions before the procedure was legalized in 1975, recognizing past violations of their rights.
Feminist Group Files Legal Complaint Against Brigitte Macron Over Controversial Remarks
A feminist association has filed a public insult complaint against Brigitte Macron for calling feminists "sales connes," sparking legal and social backlash in France.
Brigitte Macron Apologizes for Controversial Remarks on Feminist Activists Amid Sexual Violence Debate
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.
Rising Feminicides in France Spark Activism Amidst Tensions with Authorities
Tensions escalate as feminicide activists confront authorities amid rising gender-based violence in France.
Brigitte Macron Sparks Outrage with 'Sales Connes' Remark Directed at Feminist Activists
Brigitte Macron faces backlash for calling feminist activists 'sales connes' after they disrupted Ary Abittan's show, sparking political and public outcry.
Brigitte Macron Supports Ary Abittan Amid Feminist Protests Over Past Rape Allegations
Brigitte Macron publicly supports comedian Ary Abittan after feminist protests against his return post-rape allegations, sparking controversy and backlash.
New French Literary Works Challenge Patriarchal Norms and Advocate Social Consent
Recent French literary works by Baptiste Beaulieu and Azélie Fayolle critically address patriarchy and social consent, highlighting literature’s role in shaping societal norms.
Crémieu Honors Zaïa Binet with Silent March Amid Rising Feminicide Concerns
A silent march of nearly 1,000 in Crémieu paid tribute to Zaïa Binet, highlighting rising feminicide rates in France and calls for urgent action.
Suspected Domestic Violence Femicides Highlight Rising Concern in France
Recent suspected femicide cases in France reflect a worrying increase in domestic violence-related killings, with official data showing an 11% rise in 2024.
France Intensifies Measures Against Domestic Violence as Feminicide Toll Reaches 151 in 2025
France intensifies action against domestic violence and feminicides with new regional committee measures and activist documentation revealing 151 victims in 2025.
French Activists Commemorate Feminicide Victims and Debunk Myths on Violence Against Women
On November 25, feminist activists in Paris honored victims of feminicides and challenged myths about violence against women on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
France Proposes Transpartisan Bill Targeting Gender-Based Violence and Sexual Deepfakes
France’s parliamentarians unveil a broad transpartisan bill to toughen laws against gender-based violence and non-consensual sexual deepfake imagery.
Femicide Rates Surge in France Amid Renewed Calls for Legislative Action
France faces a rising femicide crisis in 2025 with 88 women killed this year, prompting government proposals and highlighting rural vulnerabilities.
Rising Alarms on Domestic Violence in France: UN Reports, New Government Housing Measures, and Regional Support Initiatives
In 2025, France faces rising domestic violence concerns, with UN data showing 50,000 global femicides in 2024 and the government responding through enhanced victim housing and regional support programs.
French Senate Approves New Two-Month Parental Birth Leave Starting 2027
The French Senate has approved a new two-month parental birth leave for each parent, effective January 1, 2027, aiming to enhance family support and task sharing post-childbirth.
France Unveils Comprehensive Legislative Proposals to Combat Violence Against Women and Children
France has introduced two major comprehensive legislative proposals with dozens of measures aimed at enhancing prevention, detection, and punishment of violence against women and children, marking a significant strengthening of protections just before the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.
Man Charged in Isère Femicide Case After Partner's Body Found Burned in Car
A man in Isère has been charged with the homicide of his partner, whose body was found burned in a car, exposing grim realities of femicide in France.
Thousands Protest Violence Against Women in France Amid Rising Femicide Cases
Mass protests erupt across France over violence against women amid rising femicide statistics and a recent high-profile murder case in Besançon.
France Sees Widespread Protests Against Rising Femicide and Conservative Backlash on Women’s Rights
Widespread feminist protests in France confront rising femicide rates and conservative challenges to women’s rights, demanding urgent policy reforms.
Tragic Femicide in Sedan Sparks Nationwide Concern Over Gender-Based Violence
A recent femicide in Sedan highlights the growing crisis of gender-based violence in France, where over three women daily suffer from such tragedies.
France Faces Rising Femicides Amidst Calls for Stronger Government Action
Feminist groups in France plan mass protests against rising femicides and call for a comprehensive law as government efforts are criticized as insufficient.
Domestic Feminicides Surge in France in 2024, Prompting Calls for Enhanced Protection
According to France's 2024 official report, domestic feminicides have surged, with more than three women daily becoming victims, prompting urgent calls for improved protections and professional training.
Rising Femicides in France: Two Recent Cases Highlight Urgent Issue
Two recent femicide cases in France reflect a sharp nationwide rise in violence against women by partners and ex-partners.
Gender Parity Gains Ground in French Politics Amid Calls for Cultural Change
A seminar on gender parity in France highlights political underrepresentation of women, recent legal reforms, and calls for cultural change, while immigrant women face urgent challenges demanding feminist policy amendments.
Women in France Symbolically 'Work for Free' from 11:31 AM Amid Persistent Gender Pay Gap
Highlighting the ongoing gender pay gap, women in France symbolically "work for free" starting at 11:31 AM each Monday as part of an awareness campaign by Les Glorieuses.
Drôme feminicide suspect commits suicide in prison amid rising femicide rates in France
A man charged with feminicide in Drôme committed suicide in prison, highlighting a sharp rise in femicides across France, where 107 women were killed in 2024.
Amnesty International Highlights Growing Obstacles to Abortion Access Across Europe
Amnesty International warns of regressive abortion policies across Europe amid rising anti-rights activism and systemic barriers to care.
Femicide in France Rises by 11% in 2024, Highlighting Alarming Domestic Violence Trends
France has seen an 11% increase in femicides in 2024, with 107 women killed by partners, exposing troubling domestic violence patterns.
France enacts historic consent-based reform in sexual assault and rape laws
France has passed a landmark reform introducing a consent-based definition of rape, aiming to improve prosecution and promote a culture of consent.
France Overhauls Rape Law to Prioritize Consent Following Gisèle Pelicot Case
France passes historic law redefining rape to require explicit consent, following the landmark Gisèle Pelicot case, marking a pivotal step in combating sexual violence.
Woman Fatally Stabbed by Husband in Lyon Suburb Highlights Domestic Violence Crisis
A 39-year-old woman was fatally stabbed by her husband in a Lyon suburb, highlighting the ongoing crisis of domestic violence and femicide in France.
2024 Domestic Violence in France: Over 272,000 Victims, Majority Women
France records 272,400 domestic violence victims in 2024, mostly women, with physical violence dominating the cases and regional disparities noted.
Increased Sentencing Demanded in Mazan Rape Case Amid Ongoing Femicide Tragedies in France
Judicial authorities demand harsher sentences in the Mazan rape trial as a separate femicide case in Gard underscores the persistent crisis of violence against women in France.
Domestic Femicide in Paris: Suspect Arrested After Fatal Attack
A man has been arrested in Paris for the fatal stabbing of his wife, highlighting ongoing concerns over domestic violence in France.
Ongoing Disparities in Women's Political Representation in French Media
A study reveals ongoing gender disparities in the media coverage of French women politicians.
Investigation Launched After Femicides of Inès Mecellem Spotlight Justice System Failures
The French Minister of Justice announces an investigation into systemic failures following the femicide of Inès Mecellem, despite her multiple alerts and complaints.