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Boris Johnson claims Germany favored Ukraine's defeat and France was in 'denial'

November 23, 2022

Boris Johnson claims Germany favored Ukraine's defeat and France was in 'denial'

Former Prime Minster Boris Johnson claimed that France was in "denial" in the lead-up to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and Germany was hoped it would be "over quickly."

World Cup 2022: Olivier Giroud ties France's all-time goals record in win over Australia

November 22, 2022

World Cup 2022: Olivier Giroud ties France's all-time goals record in win over Australia

It was a slow start for France, and Austalia got on the board first. But France scored four unanswered with Olivier Giroud tying the all-time record for goals by a French player.

British fisherman catches monster-size goldfish nicknamed 'The Carrot,’ calls it 'sheer luck'

November 21, 2022

British fisherman catches monster-size goldfish nicknamed 'The Carrot,’ calls it 'sheer luck'

British angler makes huge find when he catches a nearly 70-pound monster carp while fishing in France, noting that the 'brilliant' snag was 'sheer luck.'

2022 World Cup: France loses Ballon d'Or winner for tournament after he tears muscle in practice

November 19, 2022

2022 World Cup: France loses Ballon d'Or winner for tournament after he tears muscle in practice

Reigning Ballon d'Or winner Karim Benzema of France tore a muscle in his leg during Saturday's practice and will miss the World Cup, which begins Sunday.

Australia committed to building sub fleet powered by US nuclear tech despite criticism from France

November 18, 2022

Australia committed to building sub fleet powered by US nuclear tech despite criticism from France

Australia's prime minister is still looking to build a fleet of nuclear-powered submarines despite criticism from France. President Macron says the plan will antagonize China.

Paris Olympics mascots made in China, fueling criticism in France

November 17, 2022

Paris Olympics mascots made in China, fueling criticism in France

The 2024 Paris Olympics mascots are being mostly made in China, fueling criticism from within France.

Paris march pays tribute to murdered 12-year-old, suspect in custody on charges of murder and rape of a minor

November 16, 2022

Paris march pays tribute to murdered 12-year-old, suspect in custody on charges of murder and rape of a minor

A 12-year-old girl was brutally killed last week and found in a box outside of her family's home in Paris. A silent march was held Wednesday to honor her.

World Cup 2022: France captain Hugo Lloris hints he won't wear rainbow armband in Qatar

November 15, 2022

World Cup 2022: France captain Hugo Lloris hints he won't wear rainbow armband in Qatar

France soccer captain Hugo Lloris hinted that he won't be wearing a rainbow-colored armband during the Qatar 2022 World Cup next week. Other captains have said they would.

French Holocaust denier arrested in Scotland, convicted under France's anti-Nazi laws

November 15, 2022

French Holocaust denier arrested in Scotland, convicted under France's anti-Nazi laws

Vincent Reynouard, a French Holocaust denier, was arrested in Scotland. French officials have been searching for Reynouard for the past two years.

UK, France sign agreement in attempt to stop migrants from crossing English Channel

November 14, 2022

UK, France sign agreement in attempt to stop migrants from crossing English Channel

France and the United Kingdom signed an agreement to increase police presence at beaches in northern France in an attempt to stop migrants from crossing the English Channel.