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From pensions to pay packets, sick leave to stamps, what changes in France in 2026?

Despite ongoing political instability and the absence of an approved budget for 2026, meaning some measures are on hold, 1 January rings in its share of changes to life in France nonetheless.

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France’s ban on ‘forever chemicals’ comes into force today. Here’s what will change

Cosmetics and clothes made with PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, have officially been banned in France.

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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow and Kyiv ‘exchange drone strikes on energy grids’ in New Year attacks

Zelensky says is ‘10 per cent’ away from deal to end war with Russia but not ‘at any cost’

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Trump joins criticism over France granting citizenship to George Clooney

US President Donald Trump piled on criticism Wednesday of a decision to grant Hollywood superstar George Clooney French passports after a junior government official in Paris labelled the move a "double standard".

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Macron vows to work until 'last second' of mandate in NYE address

French President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday he would stay until the "last second" of his second term after a year of domestic political turmoil that included calls for him to resign.

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French cinemas project optimism for 2026 after disappointing year

While this year was a slightly gloomy one for cinemas in France, with attendance significantly down compared to 2024, the huge success of two Disney blockbusters at the end of 2025 has given hope to the sector for the year ahead.

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France targets Australia-style social media ban for children next year

Draft bill to be submitted for legal checks as France aims to follow Australia’s world-first ban on platforms including Facebook, Snapchat and YouTube

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Macron to seek fresh momentum in New Year’s address amid political deadlock

Facing low approval ratings and a fractured parliament, President Emmanuel Macron will use his New Year’s address on Wednesday night to try to revive momentum in the final stretch of his second term, setting out a last round of reforms.

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A year in headlines – The thrilling races, dramatic moves and fiery debates that defined 2025 in cycling

Cyclingnews picks out the biggest headline for each month of 2025, and reflects on how the year unfolded

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France steps up security ahead of New Year's Eve festivities

France's Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez has announced that 90,000 members of the security forces will be mobilised across the entire French territory on Wednesday ahead of the New Year celebrations.

Radio France Internationale

Tourists only want one thing from these tiny European villages - and locals have had enough

In these Insta-famous villages, photo-hungry tourists are taking more than they’re giving back.

Euronews

Ukraine war briefing: ‘Attack on global food security’ as Russia hits wheat ships and ports

US has verified as fake the claimed attack on Putin residence, says Zelenskyy; leaders of Ukraine’s allies to meet in France next week. What we know on day 1,407

The Guardian - AU

George Clooney moves to France and sends a strong message about the American Dream

"I was worried about raising our kids in L.A., in the culture of Hollywood," the actor recently told Esquire. He had other plans.

Fortune

French right reignites row over Brigitte Bardot's legacy with call for national tribute

The death of Brigitte Bardot has sparked a fierce political debate in France, after right-wing figures called for a national tribute to the screen legend.

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George and Amal Clooney Quit Hollywood Life for France and a Paparazzi-Free Childhood

George and Amal Clooney and their 8-year-old twins granted French citizenship after the actor praised France's strict privacy laws protecting children.

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'The Boy's A Bit Special' Bournemouth breakout puts elite clubs on red alert for France international of the future

Few players make the jump from France's second tier to the Premier League as seamlessly as Eli Junior Kroupi appears to have done for AFC Bournemouth

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France delays plastic cup ban by four years as alternatives fall short

France has postponed a ban on throwaway plastic cups by four years, pushing the start date to 2030 after the government said alternatives were not ready for widespread use.

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Garden Diaries: A Journey from the Arizona Desert to Rural Burgundy – How Kendall Smith-Franchini Grew an Idyllic Cookery School and Kitchen Garden Retreat in the French Countryside

The Cook's Atelier in Beaune, France, is a cookery school with a hearty helping of soul in the form of its potager garden

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Bienvenue à bord: George Clooney and wife Amal are now officially French citizens

The Oscar-winning actor has praised France’s strict privacy laws, saying his children enjoy a “much better life” without paparazzi.

Radio France Internationale

George and Amal Clooney granted French citizenship along with children

Hollywood actor George Clooney has become French, along with his wife Amal Alamuddin Clooney and their two children.

The Independent UK

France grants citizenship to George and Amal Clooney and their twins Ella and Alexander

George and Amal Clooney, along with their twins, have been awarded French citizenship

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Italian rail operator teams up with US fund to expand French services

Italy's state rail operator Ferrovie dello Stato has said it will increase operations in its Trenitalia France unit, via a billion-dollar joint venture with US private equity fund Certares.

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George Clooney granted French citizenship

George Clooney, his wife Amal and their eight-year-old twins have become French citizens.

The Independent UK

The 26 best wines and spirits for New Year’s Eve – from champagne bargains to party reds

NEW YEAR’S EVE: From supermarket champagne steals and elegant English fizz to easy-drinking whites, festive reds and cocktail-ready spirits, Rosamund Hall selects 26 brilliant bottles to see out the year in style – whether you’re hosting a blow-out party or calling it a night by 9pm with a glass in…

The Guardian - UK

The Louvre is the pride of France – and it’s on the verge of collapse. Can we rescue it in time?

From a jewel heist to crumbling galleries, it’s been a dire year for the world’s most visited museum. At least France has woken up to its predicament, says political commentator Agnès Poirier

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