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Solar eclipse viewing through history: A roundup of some of the best photos

Solar eclipses have captivated humans for millennia. Here we look at iconic photos through the decades of people enjoying the celestial phenomenon.

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Shooting for the stars: young guns are lighting up this year’s Six Nations

From Le Garrec’s mega pass to the mesmerising Menoncello and the mighty Martin, a new wave of impressive young talent is making its mark

The Guardian - UK

French government signs deal bringing Corsica a step closer to autonomy

France's government and elected officials from Corsica have agreed on the wording that could be added to the constitution granting autonomy to the Mediterranean island, a region that is often at odds with the central government in Paris.

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Turkey, Iran, Morocco Joust For Greater Role In Sahel

Turkey, Iran and Morocco are vying for a greater economic and military role in Africa's Sahel after former colonial ruler France's forced withdrawal from the volatile region.

International Business Times

France deploys crisis cell to deal with fallout of major cyberattack

Cyberattacks of "unprecedented intensity" that targeted several French government institutions have been contained, the prime minister's office said Monday evening. The incident raises security concerns just months before Paris is to host the Olympic Games.

Radio France Internationale

Contamination from Trinity nuclear test site continues to plague Navajo land

“Oppenheimer” swept the Oscars on Sunday, detailing the creation of the atomic bomb at the trinity test site. But what the film failed to capture was the impact the nuclear test had on local residents. Between 1944 and 1986, the US Department of Defense dumped more than 30 million tons…

France 24

Macron's euthanasia bill prompts anger from health workers, church

President Emmanuel Macron on Monday faced criticism from French medical workers, political opponents and the Catholic Church over a draft bill, slated for debate late May, that would allow assisted dying for certain terminally-ill patients.

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Ibrahima Bah was sentenced to nine years for steering a ‘death trap’ dinghy across the Channel. Was he really to blame?

The young asylum seeker was forced into piloting the boat on which at least four people drowned. Under new ‘stop the boats’ laws, he’s responsible for their deaths – but others say he’s a victim

The Guardian - UK

Maritime corridor to Gaza no substitute for aid delivery by land, UN says

Senior United Nations officials on Tuesday welcomed the opening of a maritime corridor from Cyprus to deliver additional aid to the Gaza Strip, but said it could not replace the delivery of humanitarian assistance by land. The ship taking almost 200 tonnes of food to Gaza left early Tuesday in…

France 24

France Legalizes Aid In Dying For End-Of-Life Patients

French President Macron introduces legislation legalizing aid in dying for terminally ill adults, responding to citizen support for end-of-life options.

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France is world's second biggest arms exporter, just ahead of Russia: report

Weapons imports to Europe nearly doubled over the past five years, partly due to the war in Ukraine, while exports from Russia halved, researchers said on Monday. Ukraine has become the world's fourth largest arms importer, while France has replaced Russia as the world's second largest exporter behind the United…

Radio France Internationale

Aya Nakamura Faces 'Racist' Backlash Over Rumoured Olympics Show

Olympic organisers said Monday that they were shocked by the "racist attacks" against France's biggest music star Aya Nakamura over rumours she might perform an Edith Piaf song during the opening ceremony for the Games.

International Business Times

‘They’re mistakes that will not be made any more’ - Remco Evenepoel learns from Paris-Nice defeat

Belgian stays in South of France for Tour de France reconnaissance rides

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Aya Nakamura's Olympic song proposal sparks French far-right backlash

The possibility that France's top-selling music artist Aya Nakamura might sing an Edith Piaf song during the Paris Olympics opening ceremony has upset far-right groups.

Radio France Internationale

Calls for 'lasting peace' in Gaza as Ramadan begins in France

The muslim holy month of Ramadan began across France this Monday, amid calls for a ceasefire and lasting peace in Gaza.

Cycling Weekly

'We're thinking about it' - drone filming might be used at the Tour de France this year

France Télévisions to discuss drone broadcasts with Tour stakeholders

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France’s Macron pushes on with assisted-dying bill

President’s bill allowing terminally ill people to be aided in ending life follows polls showing public support.

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Fear of China, Russia and Iran is driving weapons sales: Report

The US and France led global arms exports to allies in the past five years, as Russian sales collapsed.

International Business Times

European Arms Imports Nearly Double Over Ukraine: Study

Weapons imports to Europe nearly doubled over the past five years, partly due to the war in Ukraine, while exports from Russia halved, researchers said on Monday.

Radio France Internationale

France a step closer to compensating victims of past anti-gay laws

France's LGBTQ+ activists have welcomed a decision by the National Assembly to approve a bill compensating people convicted of the "offence of homosexuality" between 1942 and 1982. Up to 400 victims could be eligible for reparations under the draft law, which must now be examined by the Senate.

France 24

🔴 Live: Ramadan brings no relief as Israel-Hamas war rages in Gaza

The first day of Ramadan arrived in war-ravaged Gaza on Monday as UN and aid groups say only a fraction of the supplies needed for the enclave’s 2.4 million people have been allowed in since Israel placed it under near-total siege after Hamas militants attacked Israel on October 7. Follow…

The Guardian - UK

Borthwick’s vision is validated as England start to trust the process

Statement win against Ireland has given the players a boost – but the challenge now is to back up that display in France

The Guardian - UK

Borthwick wants more improvement as England eye unlikely Six Nations title

The head coach has predicted a ‘bigger, physical challenge’ after Ireland win, with England in the hunt for the Six Nations title for first time since 2020

Evening Standard

Emmanuel Macron backs new bill to allow medically assisted dying in France

French president backs bringing bill for medically assisted death in certain cases to Parliament in May

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