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France is considering legislation to ban screens for toddlers, restrict smartphone use for under 13s, and prevent social media use for under 18s. [ more ]

China's President Xi Jinping meeting President Emmanuel Macron in France to mark 60 years of diplomatic relations; recent cyberattacks attributed to Chinese state-affiliated actors. [ more ]

France urged to address human rights with China ahead of Xi Jinping's visit. [ more ]

The French far-right Rassemblement National is expected to win the European elections, potentially reshaping EU politics by weakening pro-EU forces. [ more ]

The Olympic flame arrived in France, beginning a 79-day relay across the country to culminate in the Paris Olympic Games. [ more ]

Dr. Ghassan Abu-Sitta was denied entry to France for a speech at the French Senate due to a one-year ban on entry to Europe imposed by Germany. [ more ]

The French Assemblee Nationale urged promoting the French language in the 2024 Paris Games amidst concerns of language influence loss. [ more ]

Dr. Ghassan Abu Sitta was denied entry to France on his way to speak at a French Senate meeting about the Israel-Hamas war, with authorities providing no reason. [ more ]

The meeting between French President Macron and Chinese President Xi Jinping at a remote mountain pass symbolized reciprocal gestures and diplomatic efforts amid trade disputes and security concerns. [ more ]

The streets of Paris saw a mix of traditional May Day labor rights marches blending with pro-Palestinian and anti-Olympics protests. [ more ]

France defender Lucas Hernandez will miss Euro 2024 due to a knee injury sustained in a Champions League match. [ more ]

The Channel Tunnel, connecting England and France, symbolizes a significant engineering and political achievement, bridging historical divides and highlighting intertwined identities. [ more ]

Jordan Bardella, the young politician of France's far-right party, is using his charm and TikTok following to soften the party's image and gain unprecedented support in polls. [ more ]

Around 200 people gathered in Paris to remember the synagogue attack in Rouen at the beginning of Jewish Shabbat. [ more ]

French police shot and killed a man suspected of starting a fire at a synagogue in Rouen in an antisemitic attack. [ more ]

The mass protests in New Caledonia are driven by concerns about voting rights and independence from France. [ more ]

Police in Rouen, France, took down a man attempting to set fire to a synagogue, praised for quick and brave action. [ more ]

Azerbaijan and France are in a diplomatic dispute over New Caledonia, with accusations of interference and violence escalating tensions. [ more ]

News in France returns with high tension after recent incidents, including a jailbreak, rioting, and a police shooting. [ more ]

Ousmane Sonko criticizes French military presence in Senegal, opposes values like LGBTQ rights promoted by France and West. [ more ]

Smiles were historically frowned upon in art as indications of imbecility or low social status, in contrast to modern interpretations. [ more ]

French restaurant tipping customs in Paris revealed. [ more ]

Thoughtful gift ideas for Mother's Day for the Francophile in your life. [ more ]