The Latest Breaking News from France

Tour de France women's race gets underway in the Netherlands

The third edition of the Tour de France Femmes starts this Monday from Rotterdam with a 123 km race to the Hague in the first stage. A pile-up upset the peloton a third of the way into the race, but all riders managed to get back up in the saddle.

Radio France Internationale · Aug 12, 2024

Why is an ultimate goal called a ‘Holy Grail?’

For decades, winning an Olympic medal has been described as the Holy Grail of sports.

The Conversation · Aug 12, 2024

Calls For Gaza Truce Grow, Hamas Urges Biden Plan Implementation

International pressure mounted Monday for a ceasefire in Gaza, with Britain, France and Germany issuing a joint plea for an end to fighting between Israel and Hamas with "no further delay".

International Business Times · Aug 12, 2024

France Bids Reluctant Farewell To Dazzling Paris Olympics

France bid a reluctant farewell on Monday to an "enchanted" fortnight of Olympic sport as athletes headed home from Paris praising a dazzling edition of the Games that has breathed new life into the biggest show on earth.

International Business Times · Aug 12, 2024

France’s far right goes quiet as Paris Games shows what real patriotism is all about

A political faction that thrives on anger and division was unable to revel in a successful Olympics built on shared joy

The Guardian - UK · Aug 12, 2024

Tom Doherty: Search called off for retired British doctor who vanished during French Pyrenees hike

Anne Lyons hoped to find to find her husband in the hospital after he fall

Evening Standard · Aug 12, 2024

'Are they going to run through brick walls to help Enzo Fernandez? I don’t think they will': Chelsea told to cut losses after racist song

Enzo Fernandez was the subject of a club disciplinary procedure after joining in on Argentina's racist and anti-trans song about France

FourFourTwo · Aug 12, 2024

Paris Olympics 2024 close, Los Angeles takes torch: Five key takeaways

As the Paris Olympics ends with a spectacular closing ceremony, we take a look at some of the key moments.

Al Jazeera · Aug 12, 2024

Yseult Shines At Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony

Yseult, a French entertainer, captivates with her music and fashion impact, inspiring global audiences.

Top News · Aug 12, 2024

Israel-Hamas war latest: Leaders of France, Germany and Britain endorse calls for cease-fire in Gaza

The leaders of France, Germany and Britain have endorsed calls for a cease-fire in Gaza, the return of scores of hostages held by Hamas and the “unfettered” delivery of humanitarian aid

The Independent UK · Aug 12, 2024