The French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has gone on trial on charges of embezzling money from the European parliament, in a high-profile case that could endanger her presidential ambitions.

French Far-right's Marine Le Pen Faces Court Hearing Over Fake EU Jobs

The French Fries World Championship 2024 has kicked off, drawing a crowd of 50,000 participants from around the globe. The event celebrates the art of crafting the perfect fries, with chefs and enthusiasts competing to showcase their unique creations. Attendees can enjoy various styles and flavors of fries, making it a delicious gathering for food lovers and culinary experts alike.

France: French Fries World Championship 2024 Begins, 50,000 People Participate

The French government, led by Emmanuel Macron, recently presented India with a final price offer for the 26 Rafale Marine jet deal. This development coincides with Indian National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval's two-day visit to France, beginning on Monday.

Ajit Doval to Visit France Today, Rafale Deal Among Key Agenda Items: Sources | World News | WION

Loewe’s latest VIP-filled collection dazzled at the Paris Fashion Week runway Friday, presenting an explosion of flowers and form that captured designer Jonathan Anderson’s innovative spirit.

Paris Fashion Week 2024: Glitz, Glamour And Fashion

In the space of two days, two of the five permanent members of the UNSC have backed India's bid for a permanent seat at the UN Security Council. Addressing the UN French President Emanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Starmer have said the UNGA needs to act and not become Paralyzed by politics. Watch in for more details!

UK, France Reaffirm Support For India's Bid For Permanent Seat At UNSC

The US and France have urged a 21-day temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah to facilitate broader negotiations, as UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned the UN Security Council that “hell is breaking loose” in Lebanon.

Israel-Hezbollah War: US President Biden Warns 'All Out War' Possible In West Asia

After months of political gridlock France finally has a new government in place. With a deadline on 2025 budget approaching, the new lawmakers have their work cut out. Earlier in the day French Prime Minister Michel Barnier held a breakfast meeting with the newly elected cabinet. Watch in for more details!

France: PM Michel Barnier Conducts First Meeting With New Cabinet

France finally got a new government Saturday (Sep 21) in a shift to the right, as left-wing protesters took to the streets to denounce what they say is a denial of July's election results.

Macron appoints new right-wing French government, 3 months after poll results

French President Emmanuel Macron has named a new government, hoping to put an end 11 weeks of political uncertainty after an inconclusive parliamentary election delivered a hung parliament. Conservative Prime Minister Michel Barnier on Saturday put together the government whose first major task will be to submit a 2025 budget plan addressing France’s financial situation, which the prime minister this week called “very serious”.

France's new government to put an end to political uncertainty

First challenge before French PM Barnier: Budget 2025

"I am a rapist," declared Dominique Pelicot, a Frenchman accused of drugging his wife for sexual assault by himself and dozens of strangers, in his first testimony at a trial that has shocked France. The 71-year-old, using a cane, entered the courtroom in Avignon on Tuesday with his now ex-wife present for the harrowing testimony.

Mass Rape Trial: 'I Am A Rapist' Frenchman Dominique Pilot Admits Raping Wife

The trial of a Frenchman accused of recruiting strangers to rape his heavily sedated wife was suspended on Monday (Sep 16) after he failed to show up in court due to ill health.

Court trial of Frenchman accused of mass rape of wife suspended. Know why

Hundreds of people marched across France on Saturday (Sep 14) in solidarity with Gisele Pelicot, a woman whose husband is currently on trial on charges of drugging her and recruiting dozens of strangers to rape her for over a decade.

'Drugged and raped for decades,' Hundreds gather in support of Gisele Pelicot in France

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier said on Wednesday that he will name his government next week. President Emmanuel Macron last Thursday chose Barnier, a 73-year-old conservative and former Brexit negotiator, to lead the government after two months of political turmoil following snap elections that saw no party winning an outright majority in parliament.

France: Barnier meets leaders from all political parties

French PM Michel Barnier says he will name his new government next week

France: PM Michel Barnier says new government next week

Nestle's water subsidiary has agreed to pay a $2.2 million fine to resolve criminal complaints in France related to its natural mineral water production.

Nestle pays $2.2 mn in French water scandal, no guilt admitted in France

French PM Michel Barnier says new government next week

Nestle pays $2.2 mn in French water scandal

A mass grave from the Neolithic era found some time back contains the remains of mostly adult males, all of whom were related. The discovery was made by archaeologists and paleo-geneticists from the Université de Bordeaux, along with other researchers from the Université Côte d'Azur, both in France.

Mass grave in French cave has too many males, too few females. Why?

Italy kept up their perfect start to the UEFA Nations League on Monday, while France got the better of Belgium and Erling Haaland struck a late winner for Norway against Austria.

Nations League: France, Italy register vital wins, Erling Haaland on target for Norway

France coach Didier Deschamps said he has no concerns about the form of Kylian Mbappe and expects Real Madrid's new forward to rediscover his scoring touch when he reaches full fitness.

France coach Didier Deschamps confident Kylian Mbappe will be among goals after regaining full fitness

Village in Southern France has been badly hit by the flooding after torrential rain fell on the region. It has caused roads to collapse and has cut off the road for more than fifty miles.

Storms in Southern France cause damage to villages

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