September 29, 2023 As Paris Olympics approach, French authorities launch efforts to eradicate bedbugs French authorities are taking action to eliminate bedbugs as the Paris Olympics approach, amid concerns about the pests infesting public transportation and spaces.
September 29, 2023 Algeria expands English classes as France’s influence wanes throughout Africa Signs of pushback against France are becoming more forceful. In Algeria, third and fourth graders will learn English-language classes as schools transition from French.
September 28, 2023 French police rescue 6 migrant women trapped in truck, sparking concerns amidst ongoing migration challenges Six female migrants found themselves trapped inside a refrigerated food truck, and their rescue by French police unfolded as one of the women sent a distress call to a BBC reporter.
September 28, 2023 Paris, anyone? Influencer hosts ‘Emily in Paris’-inspired trip of a lifetime to the City of Love A travel company and lifestyle influencer are hosting an "Emily in Paris"-themed trip. Guests will see the sites, eat croissants and enjoy what France has to offer.
September 21, 2023 Wingsuit skydiver in France decapitated by aircraft's wing moments after jumping from plane: reports A 40-year-old skydiver outfitted with a wingsuit was decapitated in south France in 2018, after the plane he jumped out of clipped him nearly 20 seconds into the fall.
September 21, 2023 Italy's call for naval blockade may be only way to stem Europe's migrant crisis, expert says Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is calling for an EU naval blockade to stem the continent's migrant crisis, something one expert believes is the only option.
September 14, 2023 French official held captive for 5 days by Niger’s junta released French counselor Stephane Jullien has been released from Niger, where a junta overthrew President Mohamed Bazoum last month and ordered French officials to leave.
September 6, 2023 3 rescued from boat stranded in Coral Sea after ‘several shark attacks’: Australian authorities Three men were rescued from the Coral Sea off the coast of Australia after several shark attacks left their boat significantly damaged and partially submerged.
September 5, 2023 Belgium, France seek to get WWI memorials recognized as UNESCO World Heritage sites In about two weeks, the United Nations will decide whether numerous World War I memorials spanning western Belgium and northern France should be recognized as World Heritage sites.
August 30, 2023 Riley Gaines supports suspension of transgender cyclist for 'abusive and threatening behavior' The Union Cycliste Internationale has recommended a suspension for transgender cyclist Veronica Ivy, and Riley Gaines supports the punishment.