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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]
PoliticsSep 17France’s Le Pen rules out more money for UkraineThe presidential hopeful is in favor of training Ukrainian soldiers and sending defensive gear — but "financially, we can’t do it anymore."Politico Europe
WorldSep 17Moroccan singer Saad Lamjarred on appeal trial in France for rapeLe chanteur marocain Saad Lamjarred, condamné à six ans de prison pour viol et violences aggravées, est jugé en appel à partir du 17 septembre à Créteil. Il comparaîtra libre sous contrôle judiciaire.Jeune Afrique
WorldSep 17"Minotaur" by Andrey Zvyagintsev to represent France at OscarsA marital drama set against the war in Ukraine, produced by French companies, will compete for the best international film Oscar in March 2027. A "subtle and judicious" choice, according to film expert Jean-Philippe Domecq.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 17Fact check: Will Marine Le Pen hold a Frexit referendum if she becomes president of France?The National Rally politician was once a keen proponent of a vote for France to leave the EU, following in the UK's footsteps.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 17French fishermen renew protest as France boosts aid over soaring fuel pricesFrench fishermen renewed protests over rising fuel costs on Thursday despite the government increasing subsidies for the sector and extending support for farmers and construction companies. Diesel prices are nearing a record high, fuelling wider concern over the cost of living and calls for protests reminiscent of the Yellow Vest movement, seven months before the presidential election.RFI [en]
BusinessSep 17Argentinian couple in France: "A minimum wage in hospitality is between 1,500 and 1,900, they gave us accommodation and food"La experiencia de un hombre y una mujer sobre cuánto dinero ganaron trabajando en el rubro turismo.Además del salario, destacaron una ventaja que podía marcar una gran diferencia para quienes emigran: la vivienda.Clarín
BusinessSep 17From the fields to the French fry factories, the potato crisis hits northern FranceAs farmers grapple with the consequences of climate change, the Clarebout factory in Mouscron, Belgium, is set to halt production amid steadily rising costs.Le Monde [en]
WorldSep 17Vast Gallic coin workshop discovered in central FranceExcavations carried out this summer at the Arverni site of Corent in central France have revealed a building where gold and silver coins may have been minted before the Roman conquest of Gaul.Le Monde [en]
WorldSep 16France picks exiled Russian director Andrey Zvyagintsev’s ‘Minotaur’ as its international Oscar entry. The Russian-language film previously won Cannes’ Grand Prix.France has submitted Andrey Zvyagintsev’s film “Minotavr” (“Minotaur”) for the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film, Variety reports.Meduza [en]
BusinessSep 16France: TotalEnergies cut-price fuel spikes controversy among rivalsTotalEnergies service stations are accused of distorting competition as they display France's lowest-priced fuel. Supermarkets that usually sell fuel as a loss leader to pull in customers are furious, along with independent service stations.EuroNews [en]
WorldSep 16Marie-Antoinette: France’s last queen and first influencer?This year, several French landmarks are paying tribute to France’s last queen, Marie-Antoinette. Despite her public execution taking place more than 230 years ago, the monarch continues to fascinate both at home and abroad. Our reporters dive into the reasons behind the lasting interest and explore why she could be considered France’s first influencer.France 24 [en]
WorldSep 16Abuse survivors set out demands before meeting Pope Leo in FranceSeven survivors of sexual violence in the Catholic Church who are due to meet Pope Leo XIV during his visit to France later this month have insisted the talks will not weaken their demands, as five publicly identified themselves on Wednesday.RFI [en]
BusinessSep 16TotalEnergies up controversy in France with capped gasoline pricesFrench motorists are flocking to gas stations operated by TotalEnergies, where gasoline prices are capped, but its rivals are accusing the oil giant of unfair competition with the government's support.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 16Europe baffled by France's sudden leniency toward Russian oligarch UsmanovTo the surprise of its European partners, Paris has requested that billionaire Alisher Usmanov, known for his close ties to Vladimir Putin, be taken off the list of sanctioned Russian individuals.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsSep 15France stalls EU Russia sanctions renewal over oligarch de-listingEuropean Union envoys have pushed back the expiry of EU Russia sanctions listings by ​seven days until September 22, a spokesperson for the EU's Irish presidency said on Monday, after failing to agree on a six-month renewal. At issue is whether to de-list Russian-Uzbek billionaire Alisher Usmanov. France has joined ​Slovakia in ‌a call to remove him, citing national security concerns, EU diplomats ⁠said. FRANCE 24's August Hakansson reports.France 24 [en]
PoliticsSep 15France receives Lebanon's President Aoun in Paris, a sign it still aims to play a role in Lebanese affairsPresidents Emmanuel Macron and Joseph Aoun are set to meet on Thursday, amid an international summit on support for the Lebanese Armed Forces. The initiative shows Paris's determination not to be sidelined, especially as the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreement reached under US auspices struggles to deliver results.Le Monde [en]
PoliticsSep 15France: police officer investigated for violently throwing a man to the ground who died days laterThe incident occurred in June during a festival and was recorded on video. Justice is investigating the officer for police violence, although the autopsy ruled out a link between the episode and the man's death.Clarín
PoliticsSep 15EU demands answers as France pushes for billionaire’s Russia sanctions releaseParis has joined Slovakia in calling for Alisher Usmanov to be removed from the bloc's blacklist.Politico Europe
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