Air France raises economy ticket prices again amid rising fuel costs

French carrier Air France has once again increased ticket prices in response to rising fuel costs, adding further pressure on travelers as global energy prices remain volatile. The airline, part of the Air France-KLM group, has introduced an additional surcharge on long-haul economy and premium economy tickets. This adjustment follows a previous......

Protest in Paris against proposed anti-Semitism law sparks debate over free speech

Several hundred demonstrators gathered in Paris to protest a proposed law aimed at combating new forms of anti-Semitism, highlighting growing tensions over freedom of expression and public policy in France. The march, which formed part of broader pro-Palestinian mobilizations, brought together activists carrying various flags and banners......

Two suspects referred to court after fatal shooting in Solaro, Corsica

Two suspects have been referred to a judge following the fatal shooting of a man in the village of Solaro in Haute-Corse, as investigators continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the case. The victim, a 41-year-old man originally from Tunisia, was shot dead on Thursday evening near a local municipal building in the small Corsican......

Suspicious odor forces Paris–Rabat flight to turn back shortly after takeoff

An Air France flight traveling from Paris to Rabat was forced to return to its departure airport shortly after takeoff on Friday evening after a suspicious odor was detected in the cabin. The Airbus A220-300, operating flight AF1358, departed from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport at 21:03 local time. Roughly 30 minutes after takeoff, while......

Nightclub bouncer killed in shooting in central Grenoble

A fatal shooting in central Grenoble, southeastern France, has left a 38-year-old nightclub bouncer dead and a 26-year-old woman injured, according to the public prosecutor’s office. The incident occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning, around 2:30 a.m., on Place Notre-Dame in the city centre. The victim was hit by a burst of......

Half of French citizens believe debt reduction may require pension cuts

A growing number of people in France believe that reducing the country’s public debt could come at the cost of pension benefits, according to recent survey findings that highlight shifting public attitudes toward economic reform. The study suggests that roughly half of respondents think it will be difficult to lower national debt levels......

French unions oppose plan to expand work on may day

Several major labor unions in France have voiced strong opposition to a proposed reform that would expand work on May 1, traditionally recognized as International Workers’ Day. The unions are urging the government to reconsider the process and avoid fast-tracking the legislation. In a joint statement, eight leading trade unions called......

German union leader urges parity with France in KNDS IPO to protect industry interests

Germany must ensure equal ownership with France in the planned initial public offering of defense manufacturer KNDS, according to a senior German trade union figure, who warned that anything less could undermine national industrial interests. Jürgen Kerner, deputy head of Germany’s powerful IG Metall union, said that parity in......

Macron seeks to support de-escalation with Saudi crown prince amid Middle East tensions

French President Emmanuel Macron has reaffirmed his commitment to easing tensions in the Middle East, following discussions with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. In a message shared after their exchange, Macron said both leaders agreed to remain in close contact to help promote de-escalation efforts, ensure freedom of navigation, and......

France: suspects in teenager’s death to face trial for fatal assault rather than murder

Two suspects in the death of a 15-year-old boy in southern Paris suburbs will stand trial for fatal assault rather than murder, following a judicial decision to reclassify the charges in the case. The ruling concerns the death of the teenager, who died in April 2024 after being attacked near his school in Viry-Châtillon. The investigating......

Automation ends toll booth staffing on Ile de Re Bridge

A major shift in infrastructure management is underway in France as toll operations on the Île de Ré Bridge become fully automated, marking the end of on-site toll booth staff. Starting Monday, no agents will remain in the toll cabins of the bridge, one of the last locations in the country where manual payment collection was......

Morocco pushes digital sovereignty agenda as AI reshapes global power

Morocco used GITEX Africa 2026 in Marrakech to advance its strategy on digital sovereignty, as officials highlighted the growing role of artificial intelligence in shaping economic, security, and political dynamics. Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, minister in charge of digital transition and administrative reform, addressed a high-level panel......

Sara Ouhaddou wins BNP Paribas prize at Art Paris 2026 for cultural transmission work

Sara Ouhaddou received the BNP Paribas Banque Privée Prize at Art Paris 2026 for her focus on cultural transmission. The event ran from April 8 to 11 at the Grand Palais in Paris. The jury selected her for installations that blend Moroccan artisanal techniques with modern materials. Her series "Transmission" appeared at the......

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