She and several senior party figures were found guilty of creating fake parliamentary assistant jobs to funnel EU funds to party operatives in France. The ruling carried a five-year ban from holding public office, effectively jeopardising her plans for a 2027 run
The tragedy prompted France’s transport ministry to extend a sweeping "do not drive" directive on vehicles containing Takata airbags, especially in regions with hot and humid climates such as Corsica and France's overseas territories
Meaux prosecutor Jean-Baptiste Bladier stated that the child was neither physically nor sexually harmed nor coerced into the staged wedding. Nevertheless, the incident has provoked widespread outrage and alarm across France and the United Kingdom
Despite efforts to shore up their finances and a last-ditch meeting with DNCG officials, Lyon failed to convince the regulatory authority that their economic situation was sufficiently stable to retain their place in the top flight
A crowd of 50,628 watched as the reigning UEFA Champions League holders delivered a professional if unspectacular performance, with goals from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Achraf Hakimi securing their advancement as group winners on goal difference
Season 5 of *Emily in Paris*, starring Lily Collins, is currently filming for a 2025 release. Netflix revealed production began in May, starting with four weeks in Rome before returning to its iconic Parisian setting for the remainder
Interior Ministry figures show that Paris alone recorded 13 needle-pricking incidents. Authorities are still working to determine whether any of the attacks involved date-rape drugs like GHB or Rohypnol, often used to incapacitate victims
The attack occurred around 4:30 a.m. local time, shortly after the newlyweds exited the village hall where the reception was held, according to the Avignon prosecutor’s office. As the couple was leaving the celebration, they were ambushed by unidentified gunmen who opened fire without warning
The French delegation was led by Lt Gen Gaël Diaz De Tuesta, Director General of Armament (DGA), while the Indian side was represented by Dinesh Kumar, Joint Secretary and Acquisition Manager (Maritime Systems) in the Indian Ministry of Defence
The announcement, made Thursday by the French finance ministry, signals a significant strategic move to advance Europe's digital and defense sovereignty. The investment will increase France’s stake in Eutelsat to around 30%, up from below 20%
The heatwave began intensifying on Thursday, particularly in eastern France, where daytime temperatures ranged between 32°C and 35°C. Météo-France attributes the soaring heat to a blocking anticyclone currently dominating much of Europe
At the heart of the collection is Napoleon’s iconic bicorne hat — the black felt headpiece worn at an angle so his silhouette could be instantly recognised in the chaos of battle. The hat is expected to sell for over half a million dollars, and is one of fewer than 20 authentic bicornes still in existence
With the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo looming large in September, Friday’s meet is expected to serve as a vital benchmark for form and fitness, as Olympic champions, world title-holders, and rising stars prepare for another shot at global glory
According to AirParif, the independent air quality observatory for the Paris region, pollution levels in the French capital have been cut in half since the early 2000s — a milestone attributed largely to sweeping traffic restrictions and environmental policy reforms
A British tourist died after falling from a raft on the Guisane river in the French Alps during an organised white-water excursion; an investigation is underway
PSG's 3-0 Club World Cup defeat to Chelsea has triggered a massive squad shake-up, with up to 11 players facing an uncertain future. Coach Luis Enrique reportedly aims to reshape the team ahead of the upcoming 2025/26 campaign
Amsterdam-based artist Judith de Leeuw’s towering mural in Roubaix portrays the Statue of Liberty in sorrow, symbolizing the pain of marginalized migrants under US immigration policies
Fiat faces potential criminal trial in France for allegedly selling diesel vehicles exceeding nitrogen oxide emission limits, echoing the broader European “Dieselgate” scandal
From the Hôtel des Invalides to city parks, the Paris l’Été festival animates iconic landmarks with theatre, dance, and spectacle, challenging the traditional stage and captivating local audiences with performances that thrive in unexpected spaces