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French farmers block Bordeaux port in fourth day of nationwide protest
Proponents of the EU-Mercosur deal argue it would boost economic ties between Europe and South America by removing tariffs on…
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Le Pen criticises prosecutors for seeking a ‘political death sentence’
The French far-right leader says her embezzlement trial is “politicised” and denounces prosecutors for seeking to ban her from public…
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Farmers block highway near French-Spanish border
Farmers have staged protests throughout the week across France, saying the EU-Mercosur trade deal threatens their livelihoods. ADVERTISEMENT French farmers…
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‘World’s most famous watch’ to go on display in London
A watch made for the last queen of France will form part of the Science Museum’s Versailles: Science And Splendour…
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Rivalry heats up between French watchdogs over electricity pricing
The French competition watchdog warns artificial pricing is unhelpful for consumers and stifles market rivalry. The energy regulator disagrees. ADVERTISEMENT…
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Here are some controversies ahead of Notre Dame de Paris’ reopening
The Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral, whose historic bells were silenced following 2019’s devastating fire, will soon echo again with fresh…
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Charles Dumont, composer of ‘Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien’, dies aged 95
French singer-songwriter Charles Dumont, who composed Edith Piaf’s famous song ‘Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien’ has died aged 95. ADVERTISEMENT…
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Gisèle Pelicot calls out rape culture in historic French trial
Gisèle Pelicot’s trial against her husband and more than 50 other men who raped her shocked France and triggered nationwide…
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EU-Mercosur trade deal: Winners and losers in Europe
European member states are facing benefits and drawbacks as the sealing of the strategically important deal is drawing closer. ADVERTISEMENT…
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Why are Azerbaijan and France at odds?
This article was originally published in French Political tensions stemming from France’s support for Armenia and its accusations against Baku resurfaced…
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