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France starts exporting gas to Germany amid energy crisis

October 13, 2022

France starts exporting gas to Germany amid energy crisis

In light of the growing energy crisis in Europe due to Russia's war in Ukraine, France has started conveying natural gas to Germany to alleviate strains on Germany's energy reserves.

French government orders Esso gas depot workers to guarantee fuel supplies

October 12, 2022

French government orders Esso gas depot workers to guarantee fuel supplies

As France nears a possibly devastating energy crisis this winter, the government has started requisitioning workers of France's Esso petrol depot to ensure fuel supplies.

Paris' renowned shops and monuments will plunge into darkness early amid 'energy sobriety' push

October 10, 2022

Paris' renowned shops and monuments will plunge into darkness early amid 'energy sobriety' push

Paris will be much darker this winter, with the government calling for a 10% reduction in energy usage as Europe faces a deepening energy crisis without Russian gas.

France's Emmanuel Macron criticizes Biden's 'Armageddon' warning: We must 'speak with prudence'

October 8, 2022

France's Emmanuel Macron criticizes Biden's 'Armageddon' warning: We must 'speak with prudence'

French President Emmanuel Macron criticized President Joe Biden for warning of "Armageddon" as Russia threatens to use nuclear weapons.

White House defends Biden's 'Armageddon' comment, says no indication Russia preparing to use nuclear weapons

October 7, 2022

White House defends Biden's 'Armageddon' comment, says no indication Russia preparing to use nuclear weapons

The White House on Friday said it has seen no indication Russia is planning on using nuclear weapons but defended President Biden warning of "Armageddon."

LeBron James calls French phenom Victor Wembanyama a 'generational talent'

October 6, 2022

LeBron James calls French phenom Victor Wembanyama a 'generational talent'

Victor Wembanyama put the basketball world, including LeBron James, on notice when the 18-year-old, 7-foot-4 "alien" dropped 37 points on Tuesday night.

France pushes for 'energy sobriety' ahead of possible winter energy shortage

October 6, 2022

France pushes for 'energy sobriety' ahead of possible winter energy shortage

France has begun its "every gesture counts" energy-saving drive ahead of possible winter power shortages. Citizens are encouraged to reduce energy usage.

France's Macron opposes new Iberian gas pipeline

October 6, 2022

France's Macron opposes new Iberian gas pipeline

French President Emmanuel Macron has announced that the French government will not support building a new pipeline that will deliver gas from Iberia to the rest of Europe.

French writer Annie Ernaux awarded Nobel Prize in literature

October 6, 2022

French writer Annie Ernaux awarded Nobel Prize in literature

French author Annie Ernaux, 82, is the recipient of this year's Nobel Peace Prize for her books that feature stories about abortion, illness and personal experiences.

French Oscar winners cut off their hair to support Iranian women protesting Hijab policy

October 5, 2022

French Oscar winners cut off their hair to support Iranian women protesting Hijab policy

Oscar-winning actors Marion Cotillard and Juliette Binoche have chopped off their hair to support women protesting Iran’s hijab policy.