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French legislators pass controversial immigration bill aiming to strengthen deportation measures

December 20, 2023

French legislators pass controversial immigration bill aiming to strengthen deportation measures

The French parliament has approved a controversial immigration bill aimed at enhancing the country's ability to deport unwanted foreigners. The bill passed with a 349-186 vote.

Miss France defends short haircut after online backlash: 'Every woman is different'

December 19, 2023

Miss France defends short haircut after online backlash: 'Every woman is different'

Miss France winner Eve Gilles was attacked online for sporting an “androgynous" haircut and becoming the country's first pageant winner to not have long hair.

UK and France reaffirm stance against Russian invasion of Ukraine, stressing economic influence

December 19, 2023

UK and France reaffirm stance against Russian invasion of Ukraine, stressing economic influence

U.K. and French officials have emphasized the need for Ukraine's allies to leverage their economic strength, adding that Russia should not be rewarded for its aggression.

Teen declared missing as child after taken by mom 6 years ago, bolts when she wants to move them to Finland

December 15, 2023

Teen declared missing as child after taken by mom 6 years ago, bolts when she wants to move them to Finland

A British teen who went missing with his mother and grandfather in 2017 reportedly told investigators he finally left his mom because she wanted to move to Finland.

Critics seeing red over 'contemporary' stained-glass panes for Notre Dame rebuild

December 15, 2023

Critics seeing red over 'contemporary' stained-glass panes for Notre Dame rebuild

The Archbishop of Parish has requested the modern additions, which will replace six stained glass windows in a small chapel with winners from a competition.

1 killed, another in critical condition after migrant boat partially deflates in English Channel

December 15, 2023

1 killed, another in critical condition after migrant boat partially deflates in English Channel

A boat carrying over 60 migrants faced difficulties during its attempt to cross the English Channel from France, leaving one person dead and another in critical condition.

Missing British boy found alive in France after 6 years: report

December 14, 2023

Missing British boy found alive in France after 6 years: report

An British boy, 11, who went missing while traveling with family members in Spain six years ago and was thought to have been abducted by them has reportedly been found alive in France.

French investigation underway into death of actress who accused Gérard Depardieu of sexual misconduct

December 14, 2023

French investigation underway into death of actress who accused Gérard Depardieu of sexual misconduct

An investigation into the death of French actress Emmanuelle Debever, who had accused movie star Gérard Depardieu of sexual misconduct, has been initiated.

French teachers stage walkout after Muslim students ‘offended’ over Renaissance painting spark safety concerns

December 12, 2023

French teachers stage walkout after Muslim students ‘offended’ over Renaissance painting spark safety concerns

France's education minister visited a Paris-area school where Muslim students upset over a nude Renaissance painting accused a teacher of "Islamophobia."

Paris' luxury Ritz hotel finds guest's missing ring worth $800K in vacuum cleaner bag

December 11, 2023

Paris' luxury Ritz hotel finds guest's missing ring worth $800K in vacuum cleaner bag

A Malaysian businesswoman thought her $800,000 ring had been stolen by a hotel staffer at the Paris Ritz until it was found in a vacuum cleaner bag.