Rachida Dati Resigns as Culture Minister to Focus on 2026 Paris Mayoral Campaign
Rachida Dati resigns as Culture Minister to fully commit to her candidacy for Paris mayor in the March 2026 elections, amid a competitive political landscape.
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2026 Municipal Elections in France See Intensified Campaign Strategies with National Endorsements and Social Media Mobilization
National political endorsements and increased social media use are shaping the competitive landscape of France's 2026 municipal elections in Carcassonne, Nîmes, and Perpignan.
French Economy Faces Broad Challenges with Sectoral Struggles and Job Cuts
The French economy in 2026 faces sector-specific struggles, job cuts, inflation impacts, and calls for policy support amid widespread business pessimism.
2026 Budget Brings Mixed Prospects for French SMEs Amidst Regional Economic Challenges
France's 2026 budget offers new tax credits and protections for SMEs amid regional economic struggles including rising business failures in Ariège.
Two Violent Crime Investigations Unfold in France: Friend's Murder in Quimper and Serial Sexual Assault Charges in Évry
Recent violent crime cases in France include the fatal shooting of a retiree by her friend in Quimper and multiple rape charges against a murder suspect in Évry.
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Two Violent Crime Investigations Unfold in France: Friend's Murder in Quimper and Serial Sexual Assault Charges in Évry
Recent violent crime cases in France include the fatal shooting of a retiree by her friend in Quimper and multiple rape charges against a murder suspect in Évry.
Two Violent Crime Investigations Unfold in France: Friend's Murder in Quimper and Serial Sexual Assault Charges in Évry
PSG’s Achraf Hakimi Sent to Trial Over 2023 Rape Allegations
Engine Fire Forces Air France Flight AF895 to Return Shortly After Takeoff from Fort-de-France
Two 16-Year-Olds Arrested in Lille for Foiled Terrorist Plot Involving Explosives
France Returns the Djidji Ayôkwé Talking Drum to Côte d'Ivoire After Over a Century
Comprehensive Support Measures Rolled Out for Flood-Affected Regions in France
French authorities deploy insurance aid and declare natural disaster status to support regions hit by early 2026 floods, highlighting prevention as a key strategy.
Comprehensive Support Measures Rolled Out for Flood-Affected Regions in France
Woman Murdered in Les Lilas: Partner Charged and Detained
French Government Declares 294 Communes as Natural Disaster Zones Amid February Floods
Laurence des Cars Resigns as Louvre President Following Criticism Over Major Jewelry Heist
Study Reveals Severe Financial and Housing Hardships Among French Students
France Decides to Participate in 2026 Winter Paralympics Opening Ceremony Amid Controversy
France will attend the 2026 Winter Paralympics opening ceremony despite other nations boycotting over Russian and Belarusian athlete participation.
France Decides to Participate in 2026 Winter Paralympics Opening Ceremony Amid Controversy
France's Rugby Scrum Challenges Shadow 2026 Six Nations Success
French National Team's 550,000 Euro Double Bonus Sparks Controversy After 2026 World Cup Qualification
France's Rugby Dominance Captivates Media and Viewers in 2026 Six Nations
Emmanuel Meafou Shines with Full 80-Minute Performance in France's 2026 Six Nations Victory over Italy
2026 Municipal Elections in France See Intensified Campaign Strategies with National Endorsements and Social Media Mobilization
National political endorsements and increased social media use are shaping the competitive landscape of France's 2026 municipal elections in Carcassonne, Nîmes, and Perpignan.
The Complexity and Contestation of 'Ecologie Populaire' in French Politics
2026 Municipal Elections in France See Intensified Campaign Strategies with National Endorsements and Social Media Mobilization
Rising Political Divisions Challenge French Democracy Ahead of Municipal Elections
Political Party Classification Disputes and Campaign Threats Mark Lead-up to 2026 Municipal Elections in France
Rachida Dati Resigns as Culture Minister to Focus on 2026 Paris Mayoral Campaign
2026 Budget Brings Mixed Prospects for French SMEs Amidst Regional Economic Challenges
France's 2026 budget offers new tax credits and protections for SMEs amid regional economic struggles including rising business failures in Ariège.
French Economy Hits New Heights: CAC 40 Surpasses 8600 Points as Axa Posts Record Profits
2026 Budget Brings Mixed Prospects for French SMEs Amidst Regional Economic Challenges
French Economy Faces Broad Challenges with Sectoral Struggles and Job Cuts
Business Transmission and Takeover: Vital Drivers of Local Economic Development in 2026
France 2030 Plan and Lorraine's Student Entrepreneurship Drive National Innovation and Economic Growth
MSC Croisières Innovates Onboard Entertainment with AI Robots and Expanded Family Activities in 2026
Netflix Challenges ByteDance's AI Tool Over Copyright Infringements Amid Digital Entertainment Evolution
Le Pasino Grand d’Aix Crowned Best Entertainment Casino as Spirit Awards Honor Independent Films
Michel Portal, Renowned French Musician and Jazz Icon, Dies at 90
Theodora Shines Bright with Four Wins at Victoires de la Musique 2026
France Declares End of Contagious Nodular Dermatitis Crisis in Cattle with Lifting of Restrictions
New Criminal Complaints Filed in French Contaminated Infant Formula Crisis
New Lawsuits Filed in France Over Contaminated Infant Formula Amid Infant Deaths and Testing Controversies
French Health Authority Officially Moves Away from Psychoanalysis in Autism Care with New Evidence-Based Guidelines
French Health Authorities Warn of Heavy Metal Exposure in Food Amid New Cadmium Ban Proposal
Paris 2026 Municipal Elections Heat Up with Right-Wing Rivalries and Left's Narrow Lead
Investigation launched after far-right group performs Nazi salutes in Paris, stirring political tensions
Anti-Semitic Swastikas and Hate Slogans Deface Statue of the Republic in Paris
Emmanuel Grégoire Files Defamation Lawsuit Against Rachida Dati Amid Paris Municipal Election Tensions
2026 Paris Municipal Elections: New Electoral Reform Challenges Governance Amid Competitive Race
Marseille Municipal Elections Heat Up with Security Debate and Strategic Withdrawals
Marseille Activist Amine Kessaci Under Police Protection Amid Threats Linked to Drug Trafficking
Calls for Political Reform and Disability Inclusion Intensify Ahead of Marseille's 2026 Municipal Elections
Marseille Bans Kurdish Protest Following Violent Clashes
Sébastien Delogu sparks controversy with allegations of police complicity in Marseille drug trafficking
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Flood Alerts Persist in Western France as Water Levels Begin to Stabilize
Record 37 Days of Rain Triggers Ongoing Severe Flooding in Western France
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France Faces Widespread Flooding and Avalanche Alerts Amid Severe February Weather
Political crisis
Rising Political Divisions Challenge French Democracy Ahead of Municipal Elections
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French Public Distrusts Politicians Amid Salary Debates and Political Tensions
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Football
French National Team's 550,000 Euro Double Bonus Sparks Controversy After 2026 World Cup Qualification
beIN Sports Secures 2026 World Cup Rights in France, Snatching Key Ligue 1 Match from Ligue 1+
All Football Matches in Hauts-de-France Postponed on February 15 Due to Severe Weather
French Professional Football Faces Deep Financial and Governance Crisis Amid Broadcasting Disputes
BeIN Sports Secures Broadcasting Rights for 2026 FIFA World Cup in France, Overshadowing Ligue 1+
Civil unrest
Philosophers and Politicians Sound Alarm on Rising Political Violence Amidst Memorable Lyon March
Investigations and Political Tensions Escalate After Quentin Deranque's Death in Lyon
Political Fallout Intensifies After Quentin Deranque's Death in Lyon
LCI Experts Discuss Strategies to Counter Violent Political Groups in France
Political Fallout Intensifies After Quentin Deranque's Murder in France
Television
France Télévisions Breaks Viewership Records and Innovates with Digital Streaming at Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics
Complete TV Schedule for Coupe de France Round of 16 Matches Including OM vs Rennes
CANAL+ Launches Affordable RAT+ Streaming Packages for Youth; Sony and TCL Form Home Entertainment Joint Venture
Air France Launches Apple TV Onboard to Boost Long-Haul Entertainment
France Télévisions Launches Innovative Digital Sports Channel for 2026 Winter Olympics and Beyond
Economic trends and indicators
French Economy Faces Broad Challenges with Sectoral Struggles and Job Cuts
French Economy Shows Resilience with 0.9% Growth in 2025 Amid Structural Challenges
Insee Outlines Key Economic Indicator Release Schedule for Early 2026
American Investor Confidence in France Hits Lowest Level Since 2017
Global Economic Outlook 2026: France Stabilizes amid Eurozone Growth and Geopolitical Challenges
Political leadership
French Government Faces Two Motions of Censure over Energy Roadmap
Paris 2026 Municipal Elections Heat Up with Right-Wing Rivalries and Left's Narrow Lead
France Insoumise Defends Its Members Amid Controversy Over Quentin Deranque's Death
Political Tensions and Far-Right Mobilization Grow Following Quentin Deranque’s Death
Macron Urges Political Responsibility Amid Alarming Rise in Political Violence in France
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