France Prepares for Widespread Strikes as Unions Launch National Action
Five major French trade unions have joined forces for a national day of strikes and protests across the country.
Suspect in Fatal Paris Suburb Shooting Referred for Psychiatric Evaluation
A suspect linked to a deadly shooting in a Paris suburb has been placed under psychiatric observation, according to reports by BBC News.
France Divided Over Causes and Lessons of Recent Weekend Riots, Reports BBC
A report by BBC News highlights growing national and international debate over who is to blame for the recent wave of severe urban unrest across France.
French Cities See Calmer Night Following Curfew Restrictions, BBC Reports
French cities experienced a quieter night after authorities imposed curfews to curb recent unrest, according to reporting by BBC News.
France Faces Political Tension Following Violent Cost-of-Living Protests, Reports BBC
French authorities are facing heightened political pressure after nationwide protests over the cost of living descended into widespread unrest over the weekend, according to BBC News.
Historic Town Hall Damaged in Apparent Arson Attack in France
Residents in the French city of Limoges are in shock after a historic town hall was damaged in an apparent arson attack, according to reports.
French President Emmanuel Macron Calls for Calm Amid Widespread Rioting
French President Emmanuel Macron has urged citizens to remain calm following extensive damage caused by recent rioting, according to BBC News.
Paris Protests Escalate into Violence and Looting, Over 1,800 Arrested
Nationwide protests across France have turned violent, leading to around 1,800 arrests following clashes, looting, and vandalism.
Over 1,000 Arrested in France Following Nationwide Cost-of-Living Protests
More than half a million people joined cost-of-living protests across France, resulting in violent clashes, looting, and over 1,000 arrests.
Rare Pink French Royal Diamond Goes on Display Century After Heist
A historic French royal pink diamond is returning to public view nearly a century after being stolen and famously hidden inside an apple.
Nineteen Injured as Bus Collides with Stopped Train Near Channel Tunnel
Nineteen people were injured after a bus struck a stationary train on the French side of the Channel Tunnel, according to reporting by BBC News.
French Middle School Student Arrested After Shooting Injures Two Educators
A 14-year-old pupil has been detained in France after a middle-school principal and a teacher were injured in a shooting.
Two Stolen Renoir Artworks Recovered in France
Two paintings by Pierre-Auguste Renoir stolen from a French Riviera museum last month have been recovered.
France Pledges 3,000 Additional Teachers Following Student Protests
The French government has offered to recruit 3,000 extra teachers in an effort to calm nationwide high-school student demonstrations.