The Latest Breaking News from France

Macron begins first Africa trip of new term with visit to Cameroon

President Emmanuel Macron begins a three-nation tour of western African states on Monday, in the first trip to Africa of his new term as he seeks to reboot France's post-colonial relationship with the continent.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 25, 2022

'You got exactly what you wanted': Viewers react as GMB guest put in place over France travel chaos

Massive queues have been building up at Dover due to post Brexit passport checks

Chronicle Live · Jul 25, 2022

France tourism benefiting greatly from American travelers

The headline in a local French newspaper blared the good news recently, according to a CNN reporter embedded in the country: “The Americans Have Returned!”

Tribune News Service · Jul 25, 2022

Lorry driver explains what it's like to be stuck on motorway for 40 hours

Even after getting across the Channel Eike had to park up again because of the rules in France

Wales Online · Jul 25, 2022

The Notre-Dame fire has inspired a new disaster movie, and it speaks directly to France’s soul

More than three years after fire engulfed one of the most iconic works of architecture in France, a new film explores what happened on that fateful day. But while there were elements of the reaction to the fire that were melodramatic, writes Elise Bell, much of it was deeply understandable

The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2022

Disabled UK drivers told blue badges may not be accepted in EU due to Brexit

Ministers still negotiating with 11 countries, including France and Spain, over status of badges

The Guardian - UK · Jul 25, 2022

Australian cyclist Amanda Spratt hails 'emotional' return of Tour de France Femmes after 30-year hiatus

For the first time since 1989, the women's Tour de France has returned, with the 34-year-old Australian champion saying she wasn't sure she would have the opportunity to ride in the world's biggest cycling race.

ABC News · Jul 25, 2022

Motorcycle Industry In France Sees Sharp Decline In June, 2022

The motorcycle industry in France witnessed a 20.8-percent drop in sales for June, 2022. Meanwhile, the bicycle and e-bike segments are booming.

RideApart · Jul 25, 2022

For Australia the 2022 Tour de France was a case of what might have been

After hardships and disappointments – and two bright sparks – focus turns to the Vuelta and a home world championships

The Guardian - AU · Jul 25, 2022

Jonas Vingegaard takes Tour de France glory and Pogacar’s aura of invincibility

Jonas Vingegaard of the Jumbo-Visma team wrapped up victory in the Tour de France on the Champs-Élysées in Paris

The Guardian - UK · Jul 24, 2022