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Rare $26M pre-Renaissance painting found in woman's house is acquired by the Louvre

November 16, 2023

Rare $26M pre-Renaissance painting found in woman's house is acquired by the Louvre

The Louvre Museum announced the acquisition of Cimabue's "Christ Mocked" painting after it was found hanging in an elderly woman's kitchen four years ago.

French officer at center of riot-inducing shooting released from jail amid probe

November 15, 2023

French officer at center of riot-inducing shooting released from jail amid probe

The French police officer accused of killing 17-year-old Nahel Merzouk, triggering riots across the country, has been freed from jail amid an ongoing investigation.

Arrest warrant issued for Syrian leader's alleged use of banned chemical weapons: 'Butcher of Damascus'

November 15, 2023

Arrest warrant issued for Syrian leader's alleged use of banned chemical weapons: 'Butcher of Damascus'

France issued the arrest warrant following investigations into two alleged uses of banned chemical weapons in Syria, arguing that it has "universal" jurisdiction regarding chemical attacks.

Paris voters weigh SUV parking fee hike as mayor pursues latest anti-car crackdown

November 14, 2023

Paris voters weigh SUV parking fee hike as mayor pursues latest anti-car crackdown

A "very significant" parking fee hike for visiting SUVs will appear on Paris' Feb. 4 ballot as leftist Mayor Anne Hidalgo pursues further crackdowns on gas-powered vehicles.

Paris rally against antisemitism attracts over 100K people as anti-Jewish acts continue to rise

November 12, 2023

Paris rally against antisemitism attracts over 100K people as anti-Jewish acts continue to rise

Over 100,000 people marched in Paris, France on Sunday, against antisemitism, which has been on the rise since Hamas-led terrorists invaded Israel on Oct. 7, 2023.

France to host next AI safety summit as European nations jockey for tech leadership

November 12, 2023

France to host next AI safety summit as European nations jockey for tech leadership

France has agreed to host the second AI safety summit sometime next year and pledged half a billion euros toward research and development of new models.

French court approves deportation of Gaza activist on speaking tour in France

November 8, 2023

French court approves deportation of Gaza activist on speaking tour in France

Palestinian activist Mariam Abudaqa has been approved for deportation by a French court. France is cracking down on some groups considered to be supportive of terrorism.

Duo painted Stars of David in alleged 'intimidation' as antisemitic acts have 'exploded': reports

November 8, 2023

Duo painted Stars of David in alleged 'intimidation' as antisemitic acts have 'exploded': reports

French authorities have determined that multiple incidents of people painting Stars of David across Paris may be connected to a third-party, Russian-speaking individual.

French love letters confiscated during Seven Years' War read for first time 265 years later

November 7, 2023

French love letters confiscated during Seven Years' War read for first time 265 years later

Love letters, both familial and romantic, were opened for the first time in 265 years at the request of a Cambridge University professor. They were written during the Seven Years' War.

Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev appears to make vulgar gesture during meltdown at Paris Masters

November 2, 2023

Russian tennis star Daniil Medvedev appears to make vulgar gesture during meltdown at Paris Masters

The world's No. 3-ranked player, Daniil Medvedev, was upset at the Paris Masters. Grigor Dimitrov of Bulgaria defeated Medvedev in three sets Wednesday.