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4 dead, 38 rescued during attempted channel crossing from France to UK

French authorities say at least four people died while trying to board an inflatable boat for a dangerous sea crossing from northern France to the U.K. The prefect of the Pas-de-Calais region said Thursday that 38 others were rescued, including one in critical condition

The Independent UK

Six new caps for France for women's Six Nations opener

France will begin their women's Six Nations campaign against Italy with six new caps in their matchday 23 after new coach Francois Ratier announced wholesale changes to the squad on Thursday.

Radio France Internationale

Four people die in Channel small-boat sinking

At least 42 others rescued after incident in strong currents off coast of Boulogne

The Guardian - UK

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Lance Stroll: Aston Martin F1 struggles a factor in surprise GT outing

Stroll is embracing a rare GT outing with Aston Martin in France, where “winning is possible”

Motorsport

France warns Lebanon must not be ‘scapegoat’ after Israeli strikes

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot on Thursday called for Lebanon not to be used as a "scapegoat" after Israeli strikes on Wednesday killed 182 people and wounded 890, according to reports by Lebanese health authorities.

Radio France Internationale

Women’s Six Nations 2026: team-by-team guide to the tournament

World champions England will be favourites to repeat last year’s grand slam but France and Ireland have hopes they can cause an upset

The Guardian - UK

Middle East set to dominate Macron's first meeting with Pope Leo

French President Emmanuel Macron arrives at the Vatican on Thursday for his first official visit since Leo XIV became pope last year. The two leaders are expected to discuss the war in the Middle East and the situation for the region's Christians, as well as France's attempts to legalise assisted…

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10 countries that exist in two continents: From the United States to Russia

Nations around the globe are categorised, listed, and compared with each other according to their geographical position, governance, and recognition by the international community. These categories aid in organising data on an international level, utilised by various bodies and institutions for research purposes.

The Times of India

PSG blow Liverpool away to pile more pressure on Arne Slot

Liverpool’s Champions League hopes appear bleak after Paris St Germain secured a deserved 2-0 victory against Arne Slot’s struggling side in their quarter-final first leg in France. The result intensifies pressure on Slot, whose team had recently suffered a humiliating 4-0 FA Cup exit at Manchester City. In Paris, Desire…

The Independent UK

I sailed on the first paddlewheel river cruise ship on the Seine – it was like traveling through a painting

Cruise editor Marc Shoffman was impressed by the unusual vessel on a trip through France’s capital

The Independent UK

Greece announces social media ban for under-15s, citing anxiety and sleep problems

PM says ban will come into force in January if it is backed by parliament and calls for united action across EU

The Guardian - UK

French former detainees Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris return home after more than 3 years in Iran

French former detainees Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris have returned to France after more than three years of detention in Iran

The Independent UK

French emissions falling too slowly to meet country's climate targets

France cut its greenhouse gas emissions by just 1.5 percent in 2025 – far below what is needed to meet its climate goals, according to figures published on Wednesday by the national body responsible for tracking emissions.

Radio France Internationale

A new generation of politicians of colour is emerging in France. The backlash speaks volumes

Local elections have led to a surge of racism in a country that still struggles to see itself as anything other than white, says Guardian Europe columnist Rokhaya Diallo

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International Business Times UK

Why France Sold 129 Tonnes of Gold in New York, to Buy It Back in Europe? Inside BdF's Profitable Repatriation

France has successfully repatriated its gold reserves from New York, securing a £11.2 billion gain by upgrading to higher-standard bars in Europe

The Conversation

Absinthe: what the ban on France’s aromatic spirit teaches us about modern day blaming and shaming

The potent emerald-green blend of wormwood, green anise and fennel, known as “the Green Fairy,” was once celebrated by the French society, including artists from Baudelaire to Van Gogh. By the early 1900s, France consumed more absinthe than the rest of the world put together. Yet within decades, it was…

Radio France Internationale

French teachers Kohler and Paris describe 'daily horror' of Iran detention

French teachers Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris said they had endured “inhumane” detention in Iran as they returned to France on Wednesday after nearly four years in custody on espionage charges.

International Business Times UK

Why UN Security Council Failed to Act on Strait of Hormuz: Russia, China and France's Triple Resistance Exposed

Russia and China vetoed a UN Security Council resolution on the Strait of Hormuz after resistance from France diluted the text

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France pushes for wider truce as Iran ceasefire leaves Lebanon out

French President Emmanuel Macron convened a meeting of top defence and security officials on Wednesday after a two-week ceasefire was agreed between the United States and Iran, calling the deal “a very good thing” but saying it must “fully” include Lebanon.

Radio France Internationale

Former French president Sarkozy claims innocence at Libya funding appeals trial

France's former president Nicolas Sarkozy has told an appeal court "I am innocent" – rejecting charges he had sought Libyan financing for his 2007 election campaign in exchange for helping improve Tripoli's image after deadly bombings.

The Independent UK

Deliveroo orders to Paris address cited in tax residency case against former France midfielder Nasri

Samir Nasri's lawyer says French authorities are unfairly targeting the former soccer star for allegedly owing back taxes

Radio France Internationale

Knives out for France skipper Mbappé as Madrid face Bayern in Champions League

Real Madrid boss Alvaro Arbeloa backed star striker Kylian Mbappé to answer his critics with a match-winning display against Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final on Tuesday night at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Radio France Internationale

French couple held in Iran 'free and on their way to France', says Macron

Cecile Kohler and Jacques Paris, two French nationals held in Iran since 2022, are on their way back home, President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday, following their release in November after more than three years in prison on espionage charges.

Euronews

France's Sarkozy maintains innocence at Libya election funding trial

Sarkozy was sentenced to five years in prison for his alleged part in a scheme to obtain funds from the government of Libya's leader Muammar Gaddafi in exchange for political and diplomatic favours.

The Independent UK

French train driver killed, 16 injured in a railway crossing crash

A French high-speed train driver has died after his train collided with a truck carrying military equipment in northern France

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