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Tin was the critical mineral of the ancient world. It was essential to alloy with copper to make bronze, which for many centuries was the preferred metal for tools and weapons. Yet sources of tin are very scarce – and were especially so for the rapidly growing bronze age towns,…

French President Emmanuel Macron and Germany’s new Chancellor Friedrich Merz on Wednesday said they would strengthen defence cooperation, during Merz’s first trip abroad since taking office.

Locked in a windowless cell with the lights on day and night, French teacher Cécile Kohler and her partner Jacques Paris on Wednesday marked three years in Iran’s notorious Evin Prison. As the anniversary passes, Kohler’s sister has told RFI their situation is unbearable and deteriorating fast.

For three out of four women in France, sexist attitudes and decisions at work are still a reality, according to a survey released by the French organisation of diversity managers (AFDM).

Starting from scratch is daunting. And exhilarating. Your heart pounds, you can taste adrenaline, the sense of urgency and anticipation makes you high. I can recall each of these sensations 10 years after the thrilling moment when The Conversation Africa went live, and our first newsletter was sent out. Thanks…

They were bitter enemies, seemingly destined to be perpetually at odds after fighting two devastating world wars less than 30 years apart.

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa on Wednesday meets France's Emmanuel Macron in Paris on his first visit to Europe since overthrowing longtime ruler Bashar al-Assad.

French President Emmanuel Macron will host Syrian counterpart Ahmed al-Sharaa on Wednesday for the former Islamist rebel's first European visit, despite growing doubts about Syria's ruling Islamist coalition and protests from France's far right.

A UEFA Champions League final spot is up for grabs as France’s PSG host Arsenal in second leg of the semifinal in Paris.