France
Suspected accomplices in 'Charlie Hebdo' jihadist killings face trial
Twelve people, including some of France's most celebrated cartoonists, were gunned down on 7 January 2015, when brothers Said and Cherif Kouachi stormed the...
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'Charlie Hebdo' to republish Muhammad cartoons for terror trial start
Twelve people, including some of France's most celebrated cartoonists, were killed on 7 January 2015, when brothers Said and Cherif Kouachi went on a gun rampage at the paper's offices.
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Outrage after French magazine depicts black MP as a slave
The magazine, 'Valeurs Actuelles', which caters to readers on the right and far-right, showed Danielle Obono in chains with an iron collar on her neck to illustrate a seven-page imaginary story.
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France's Macron to head to Beirut to pressure Lebanese political elite
The official added it was time for Lebanese political parties to temporarily step aside and ensure a government of change was put into place.
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France, Germany, and Spain beef up COVID-19 measures to combat surge
Countries worldwide are struggling to balance the need for populations to get back to work and study with keeping cases under control - fearing above all a return to draconian lockdowns.
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Tour de France on COVID-19 'red alert' as teams gather for Nice start
With the gathering contenders mulling the likely sprint finish on the Mediterranean city's celebrated seafront Promenade des Anglais, it was announced only a few dozen fans could get to see the race start on Saturday.
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New post-lockdown record for France with 5,000 new virus cases
The daily figure has topped 4,000 several times in recent days, ahead of the 1 September return to school for millions of pupils.
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The party goes on for French ravers, despite pandemic and police
Ravers, called 'teufeurs' in French back slang, speak of "resistance" against a crackdown by security forces encouraged by locals to restore order.
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Germany, France want more funding, power for WHO as part of sweeping reforms
The move shows the two countries’ keen interest in an overhaul aimed at strengthening the WHO, despite talks on the matter with the United States collapsing earlier in August at G7 level over differing views about the reform.
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Britain presses France to halt 'unacceptable' migrant crossings
Britain's right-wing Conservative Party government has looked to increase pressure on France to prevent migrants coming into UK waters.
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France's Macron to host donor conference for blast-stricken Lebanon
Lebanon was already mired in deep political and economic crisis when the blast ripped through its main port on Tuesday, killing 158 people, injuring more than 6,000 and destroying a swathe of the city.
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France sends rescuers, equipment to Lebanon
The planes will leave from Charles de Gaulle airport outside Paris around midday (1000 GMT) to arrive in Beirut late afternoon with 55 civil security personnel on board, it said.
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Guinean group files graft lawsuit in France against Conde
The announcement was made amid speculation that President Alpha Conde this week will be named a candidate in upcoming elections - a scenario that has sparked fierce protests in the West African country.
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Firemen battle blaze at Nantes cathedral in western France
The blaze comes just over a year after a major fire at the Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, which destroyed its roof and main spire.
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Eiffel Tower's terrace reopens for post-pandemic partying
The tower shut in mid-March due to the coronavirus outbreak, its longest period out of action since World War Two, but re-opened to the public on June 25.
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France's Louvre reopens after 16-week virus shutdown
The museum's most popular draws, including Leonardo's Mona Lisa, the Venus de Milo, and the Louvre's vast antiquities collection, will be accessible.
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France allows up to 5,000 fans to watch sport in stadiums
The limit applies to 'big events, stadiums and concert halls', the government said, but it may be raised later in the summer.
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France shakes off its virus blues as cinemas, casinos set to open
While gatherings of more than 10 people are still banned in France, its culture ministry said police would be tolerant with outdoor jamming sessions on the night if people keep their distance.
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New Fortnite mission: Reaching out to abused children
The secret project was launched by the French children's aid group L'Enfant Bleu (Blue Child), which disclosed its Fortnite partnership this week in hopes the idea can be applied to more online games.
