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France says Ukraine peace plan can only be 'finalised' with Kyiv, European input

French President Emmanuel Macron said on Monday that a plan between Russia and Ukraine to end hostilities can only be finalised with the involvement of Kyiv and Europeans powers. This came as he hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Paris, as part of a diplomatic push to broker a peace…

Radio France Internationale

We built a database of 290,000 English medieval soldiers – here’s what it reveals

When you picture medieval warfare, you might think of epic battles and famous monarchs. But what about the everyday soldiers who actually filled the ranks? Until recently, their stories were scattered across handwritten manuscripts in Latin or French and difficult to decipher. Now, our online database makes it possible for…

The Conversation

“Everyone Felt It”: Conspiracy Theorists Go Wild Over Clip Of Soldier During Presidential Speech

"Silent act of defiance?"

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Princess Diana's 'Definitive Truth' Sealed by France Until 2082: Cover-Up Fears

Princess Diana's Paris crash files remain sealed until 2082, fueling fears of a cover-up and renewed scrutiny ahead of her 30th death anniversary.

International Business Times UK

59 Bizarre Buildings That Are So Unique They Hardly Look Real (New Pics)

Architects are often bound by the tasks and resources they’re given. Here’s an office. Here’s a block of flats. It all has to be practical and appropriate. Do what you can within those constraints. But give an architect free reign and a generous budget, and the results are far more…

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Disability groups hail 'revolution' as France fully reimburses wheelchairs

France has introduced full reimbursement for all wheelchairs, ending what disability advocates long described as an “obstacle course” of partial funding and heavy out-of-pocket costs. The reform is expected to benefit more than a million users but has raised concerns about possible delays and bottlenecks.

Radio France Internationale

Zero Evidence, Zero Statements: Candace Owens' Macron Assassination Allegation Looks Flimsier by the Day

Candace Owens faces backlash after accusing France's Macron of plotting her assassination, despite no evidence and firm official denials.

International Business Times UK

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Niger to float its uranium on international market in break with France's Orano

Niger's military regime has announced it is putting uranium produced by Somaïr – a subsidiary of French nuclear giant Orano before the regime nationalised it in June – on the international market.

Radio France Internationale

Balancing security powers with civil liberties after Paris attacks

Immediately after the 2015 Paris attacks, French police were granted extra powers to search and detain people suspected of links to terrorism. Ten years later, many of these exceptional measures have become law and legislators continue to expand surveillance – steps that human rights experts say encroach on civil liberties…

Radio France Internationale

Zelensky heads to France as Ukrainian mission hammers out peace plan with US

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will return to France for the second time in two weeks on Monday, as he navigates the most challenging political and military situation since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Zelensky's talks with French President Emmanuel Macron come as the United States pushes its plan to…

Radio France Internationale

France's first woman in space in 25 years counts down to trip to the ISS

French astronaut Sophie Adenot is preparing for her first mission to the International Space Station in February 2026, a trip that will make her the first Frenchwoman in space since 2001. During her eight-month stay, she will conduct nearly 200 scientific experiments in microgravity.

Radio France Internationale

UCI Cyclo-cross World Cup Flamanville: Aniek van Alphen dominates to take a first World Cup win in France

French national champion Amandine Fouquenet takes a career best second place, while Ceylin del Carmen Alvarado returns to racing with third place.

Cycling News

No laughing matter: France moves to tackle recreational use of nitrous oxide

Orléans is the latest French city to ban the consumption of nitrous oxide in public spaces and restrict its sale to professionals. With recreational use of "laughing gas" increasing among young people, health experts are sounding the alarm over the risks.

Radio France Internationale

French Far Right Leader Jordan Bardella 'Egged' at Book Signing Event

The leader of France's National Rally Party was at a signing event for his book when he was attacked by a man who threw an egg to his head

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French minister says most Airbus A320 planes fixed after emergency recall

Most of the 6,000 Airbus aeroplanes affected by an emergency recall had undergone a software fix by Saturday morning, according to France's Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot. Flights are resuming after the European aviation giant temporarily grounded aircraft around the world on Friday night, though disruption looks set to continue throughout…

International Business Times UK

Explainer: Why the European Union Is Investigating Shein Over Child-Like Dolls and Illegal Weapons Listings

The Shein scandal, triggered by the discovery of child-like sex dolls and banned weapons on its online marketplace, has prompted French authorities and the European Commission to investigate the retailer under the EU Digital Services Act.

Radio France Internationale

Bedbug scare at Cinémathèque Française forces Paris film hub to close

The Cinémathèque Française, home to one of France's biggest film archives, has halted screenings for a month after cinemagoers reported being bitten by bedbugs.

The Independent UK

Euromillions £157m winner revealed as one lucky ticketholder scoops jackpot

A player from France can claim £157 million but is yet to come forward with the winning ticket

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How the last words of a little girl in Gaza became an award-winning film

Tunisian filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania's The Voice of Hind Rajab is based on a recording of a six-year-old girl trapped under fire in Gaza, calling the Palestinian Red Crescent for help. RFI spoke to the director about why it was so important to her to make this film, which was…

Euronews

France blames climate change for ‘deteriorating’ wine industry. But is uprooting vines the solution?

France says it is ‘determined’ to rescue the wine industry from a crisis, but could its plan backfire?

International Business Times UK

Shein Sex Doll Scandal: France Seeks Ban as Paris Erupts Over Sex Dolls and First Store Opening

France pushes to suspend Shein for childlike sex dolls as protests erupt in Paris over the brand's first permanent store opening in the capital.

The Independent UK

Thieves steal 90,000 Euros of snails meant for Michelin-starred restaurants in France

Producer Jean-Mathieu Dauvergne said the theft was a “huge blow” to the farm in the lead-up to Christmas

The Independent UK

Paris prosecutor says arrested man is thought to be 4th member of Louvre heist gang

French police have arrested a man believed to be the fourth member of the team that stole France’s crown jewels from the Louvre Museum

The Guardian - UK

France to approve new plans to halt small boats crossing the Channel

Keir Starmer has urged French authorities to intervene before asylum seekers board vessels heading for the UK

Evening Standard

France to start intercepting small boats carrying migrants in English Channel after pressure from UK

Policy change follows a letter sent by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to French president Emmanuel Macron reportedly saying ‘we have no effective deterrent in the Channel’

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