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Short-haul trips are on the rise for European summer holidays – here’s where to book now

Trending destinations this summer include rural Sweden, Vlorë in Albania and Normandy in France.

Euronews · May 18

Around 10 'new' victims in France's Epstein probe have come forward, prosecutor says

France opened a human trafficking investigation after the US Justice Department released the latest cache of files from the investigation into the disgraced financier in January.

Euronews · May 18

Malaysia Masters Badminton Tournament: India aim to seek redemption against French challenge

Indian badminton players are set for the Malaysia Masters tournament. They seek to overcome their recent Thomas Cup loss to France. Several Indian singles and doubles pairs will face French opponents. The competition begins on Tuesday.

The Economic Times · May 18

France’s top film producer says it will blacklist figures who petitioned against rightwing billionaire

Canal+ head says he will not work with hundreds of actors and directors who signed protest against Vincent Bolloré’s political sway

The Guardian - UK · May 17

England secure fifth consecutive Grand Slam with victory over France in Bordeaux

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The Independent UK · May 17

England win eighth successive Women’s Six Nations after powering to victory over France

England sealed their eighth successive Women’s Six Nations title after a battling 43-28 victory over France in Bordeaux

The Guardian - UK · May 17

Why England’s most impressive Women’s Six Nations grand slam yet is also the most concerning

England overcame France 43-28 in a physical battle to seal an eighth straight Women’s Six Nations title

The Independent UK · May 17

UK, France extend small boats deal as asylum seekers warn people are ‘vanishing’

In a bold and contentious move, Britain and France have prolonged their migrant exchange initiative until October 1. This unique arrangement facilitates a swap where each small boat arrival results in a corresponding legal entry into the UK from France. While the program has led to hundreds of individuals being…

The Times of India · May 17

Around 10 'new' victims in France's Epstein probe, says prosecutor

Around 10 "new" suspected victims have come forward in a French probe into the network of late US sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, a Paris prosecutor said Sunday.

Radio France Internationale · May 17

Shock threat by billionaire Bollore's Canal+ group rocks French cinema

The head of France's biggest film producer, Canal+, said Sunday that the group would no longer work with 600 industry professionals who signed a petition against right-wing billionaire owner Vincent Bolloré.

Radio France Internationale · May 17