Teen in custody after fatal incident near the Promenade des Anglais in Nice

A 15-year-old teenager has been taken into police custody following a fatal incident that occurred near the famous Promenade des Anglais in Nice, according to local authorities. Emergency services discovered the victim, a 33-year-old man, during the night between Saturday and Sunday inside a residential building located on a street close......

Journalists must never be targeted in conflicts, says France amid Lebanon tensions

France’s foreign minister, Jean-Noël Barrot, has stressed that journalists should never be targeted in conflict zones, regardless of their affiliations, following the deaths of several media workers in Lebanon. Speaking in a televised interview, Barrot stated that if it were confirmed that journalists had been deliberately targeted,......

Paris attack foiled near bank of america, two more suspects arrested

French authorities have arrested two additional suspects in connection with a foiled attack near the Paris headquarters of Bank of America, bringing the total number of individuals in custody to three. The incident occurred overnight from Friday to Saturday in Paris, where a 17-year-old suspect was caught in the act while allegedly......

France seeks buyer for ‘60 millions de consommateurs’ after institute liquidation

The French government has launched a search for a buyer for the well-known consumer magazine 60 Millions de consommateurs following the official liquidation of its parent body, the Institut national de la consommation (INC). A decree published in the official journal on Sunday formalized the liquidation process after the......

Rima hassan barred from entering canada, denounces ‘attempted censorship’

French Member of the European Parliament Rima Hassan has claimed she was prevented from entering Canada, describing the situation as an “attempted censorship.” The politician and activist, known for her pro-Palestinian positions, was scheduled to attend two conferences in Montreal in the coming days. According to......

France boosts subsidies for electric vehicle charging stations in residential parking

France is set to significantly increase financial support for the installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure in residential buildings, in a move aimed at accelerating the transition to cleaner mobility. Starting April 1, the maximum subsidy available under the Advenir program will rise by 56%, with the ceiling increasing from......

Europe launches its largest ever venture capital fund of funds at 15 billion euros

The European Investment Fund has unveiled a 15 billion euro fund of funds, the largest of its kind in Europe, as part of a sweeping initiative to address the continent's persistent shortage of late-stage venture capital. The vehicle, named ETCI 2, will back around 100 growth-stage funds and aims to unlock up to 80 billion euros in follow-on......

Paris police thwart attempted attack outside bank of america branch

French police foiled an attempted attack overnight in Paris, preventing a potentially dangerous incident outside a branch of Bank of America. According to initial reports, the incident occurred shortly after 3 a.m. on a central Paris street. Officers intervened as an individual allegedly attempted to ignite a homemade explosive device placed......

Paris mayor proposes halving representation allowance and eliminating arrondissement mayor funds

Newly elected Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire announced plans to halve his own representation allowance and eliminate the allowance for arrondissement mayors, signaling a strong commitment to financial restraint following a mandate marred by high-profile spending scandals. The representation allowance, distinct from the mayor’s......

From stage to court: Gims appears before investigating judge in Paris

French-Congolese singer Gims, 39, was presented to an investigating judge in Paris on Friday in connection with a suspected money laundering case, following his arrest upon arrival at Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle airport on Wednesday. Known offstage as Gandhi Djuna, Gims was placed in police custody under a judicial summons issued by French investigative......

French national wanted by Interpol arrested in Morocco for drug and arms trafficking

Moroccan authorities arrested a 45-year-old French citizen on Thursday, who was wanted internationally in connection with drug and arms trafficking in France. The arrest followed checks carried out by national security services, which confirmed the suspect’s identity through Interpol databases. The individual is linked to a major judicial......

France to announce targeted fuel aid for key sectors

The French government is set to unveil targeted financial support measures on Friday evening to help industries most affected by rising fuel prices linked to tensions in the Middle East. Officials indicated that the aid will focus on specific sectors such as transportation, agriculture, and fishing, which have been particularly vulnerable......

Airlines raise fares and cut flights as jet fuel prices surge

Airlines worldwide are increasing ticket prices, adding fuel surcharges, and reducing routes as jet fuel costs have nearly doubled since the outbreak of war involving Iran on February 28. Industry analysts describe the situation as the most severe disruption since the COVID-19 pandemic. Jet fuel prices have climbed from about $85 to $90 per......

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