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WorldSep 18New France boss Zidane confirms Mbappé as captain after naming first squadZidane's first matches in charge come in the UEFA Nations League, beginning with a trip to Turkey next Friday and then a meeting with Belgium in Brussels on September 28.Le Monde [en]
WorldSep 18France’s ‘National Trust’: how Fondation du patrimoine is saving heritage sitesFrance’s Fondation du patrimoine wants to become the country’s National Trust, funding the restoration of churches, chateaux and rural heritage sites. Find out how it works, why donations are rising and how owners and volunteers can get involved.connexionfrance · france
MilitarySep 18France’s 2035 national security plan warns of increased conflict in sea, outer space“An increasing share of power — and also vulnerabilities — will be concentrated in these spaces, which are largely invisible to citizens.” the document says.Breaking Defense
BusinessSep 18Air France bets on caviar and champagne to lure luxury flyersAir France is betting big on luxury to keep wealthy travellers spending with lavish servings of caviar and champagne in first-class cabins as soaring fuel costs and disrupted travel patterns squeeze airlines worldwide. The campaign seems to have paid off, with the Paris-based carrier saying that premium bookings and revenue have grown this year despite industry-wide higher fares.France 24 [en]
WorldSep 18France's new head coach Zidane unveils his first team line-up for Nations League matchesNewly appointed head coach of France's national football team Zinedine Zidane unveils his first line-up on Friday. Follow our live coverage of the announcement from 6pm Paris time.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 18Foreign Ministry: We call on France to refrain from groundless and biased allegations against AzerbaijanAzerbaijan's Foreign Ministry has called on France to refrain from what it describes as groundless and biased allegations. This indicates ongoing diplomatic friction between the two nations.azertag_az · azerbaijan
CyberSep 18France: Macron orders defense against Russian hybrid attacksDW News [en]
BusinessSep 18'Spain has managed to bring its public finances under control. France has not.'Both countries saw their debt-to-GDP ratios soar above 100% in 2020, but Spain has since made significant progress. Its key advantage: economic growth outpacing the eurozone, writes Le Monde columnist Isabelle Chaperon.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsSep 18🔴 Macron orders plan to protect France critical infrastructure against 'Russian hybrid attacks'President Macron has ordered a plan to protect France's critical infrastructure from potential "Russian hybrid attacks." This action signifies an elevated concern for national security against foreign threats.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 18Tinubu meets Macron as Nigeria, France renew commitment to stronger tiesFrench President Emmanuel Macron hosted President Bola Tinubu to a private dinner at the Élysée Palace in Paris on Thursday night, reaffirming Nigeria-France bilateral ties. The post Tinubu meets Macron as Nigeria, France renew commitment to stronger ties appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 18France’s Yellow Vests to return as fuel prices soar?Eight years after fuel taxes helped spark the Yellow Vest movement, calls for a return to the streets are gathering momentum in France amid soaring energy prices. Recent days have seen fishermen blockading ports and oil terminals in protest at price hikes, but they are far from the only group feeling the squeeze.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 18Macron Hosts Tinubu To Private Dinner In Paris, Reaffirms Nigeria-France TiesTinubu disclosed the meeting in a post on his official X handle, describing the dinner with Macron as a pleasure. The post Macron Hosts Tinubu To Private Dinner In Paris, Reaffirms Nigeria-France Ties appeared first on Channels Television.Channels TV
PoliticsSep 18France’s Macron summons party leaders for talks on Mideast and UkraineFrench President Emmanuel Macron is meeting leaders of France’s political parties at the Elysée on Friday for talks on the wars in the Middle East and Ukraine and the consequences for the country’s security and energy amid soaring fuel prices.France 24 [en]
ConflictSep 18Ukraine, France discuss air defense, Mirage munitions and interceptor dronesUkrainian Defense Minister Yevhenii Khmara and French Minister for the Armed Forces and Veterans Affairs Catherine Vautrin discussed further strengthening Ukraine’s air defenses, including the supply of munitions for Mirage aircraft, countering jet-powered Shahed drones, and developing interceptor drones.Ukrinform [en]
PoliticsSep 18Saint Pierre and Miquelon, France, In the Spotlight as Macron and Carney VisitSt. Pierre and Miquelon, the French territory off the coast of Canada’s Newfoundland, is experiencing a surge in visitors after three unrelated events raised its profile.NYT World
Sci & TechSep 18How to find free or cheap electric car charging in FranceDiscover where to find free or discounted electric car charging in France, from supermarket loyalty schemes and town networks to home tariffs and EV charging apps.connexionfrance · france
ConflictSep 18France arrests far-right policeman suspected of planning terror attackLe Monde [en]
WorldSep 18European Heritage Days: 10 sites in France with a viewThe 43rd edition of the EU-wide open day takes place on the weekend of September 19-20. Here's a selection of open sites to get a new perspective on the surroundings.Le Monde [en]
WorldSep 17It is 500 years old and has not left France since 1840: the invaluable Aztec codex will return to Mexico for only a few monthsEl documento describe cientos de años de historia desde la migración de los aztecas al Valle de México hasta la conquista española.Se expondrá como parte de una muestra temporal del Museo Nacional de Antropología.Clarín
WorldSep 17Rare Aztec manuscript returns to Mexico on loan after nearly two centuries in FranceA prized 16th-century manuscript chronicling the rise and fall of the Aztec Empire has gone on display in Mexico City, nearly two centuries after it was taken to France, as Mexico continues to press Paris for its permanent return.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 17Guinea bans France 24 TV outlet from broadcastingGuinea's media regulator banned French media outlet France 24 from broadcasting in the country Thursday, following comments it said were against the president. The post Guinea bans France 24 TV outlet from broadcasting appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
BusinessSep 17Heatwaves changing where people want to buy property in France, say estate agenciesImpact of climate change leading to buyers paying more attention to insulation and air-conditioningconnexionfrance · france
WorldSep 17'Minotaur,' France's Oscar pick: An unflinching portrait of a country's moral decayFrance's Oscar committee on Wednesday chose Cannes Grand Prix winner 'Minotaur' to represent the country at the Academy Awards in 2027. Shot by Russian director Andrey Zvyagintsev in Latvia, the film aligns its aesthetics with the moral darkness it portrays.Le Monde [en]
WorldSep 17France to host two table tennis World Cups, building on Olympics momentum and Lebrun brothersThe French Table Tennis Federation announced on Thursday that France will host the 2027 and 2028 editions of the sport's singles World Cup, first in Montpellier and then in Paris.Le Monde [en]