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Husband and wife found dead at rural home hours after he was seen buying lotto ticket
February 10, 2025 | 4:18amAndrew Searle, 62, and Dawn Searle, 56, were found dead at their home in the French village of Les Pesquiès on Thursday.
Man slapped with over $200 fine for talking on speakerphone in train station
February 8, 2025 | 12:05pmA French man was slapped with an over $200 fine for using the speakerphone function on his cell phone in a train station.
Sweet success:?This country wins the Pastry World Cup with these decadent desserts
February 1, 2025 | 1:52pmThe grand finale of the 2025 Pastry World Cup, where 18 countries compete for the sweet taste of success, was held in France on January 24 and 25.
NJ man accused in neo-Nazi child-porn ring that forced kids to drink urine, attempt livestreamed suicide
February 1, 2025 | 8:31amColin John Thomas Walker of Bridgeton, N.J., has been charged with one count of engaging in a child exploitation enterprise, and could face life in prison if convicted.
No more roommates for Mona Lisa! Iconic painting to get own gallery at the Louvre —?and Americans will help foot the bill
January 29, 2025 | 9:24pmArt critics hailed news of the move, saying that the precious painting has stolen the spotlight for long enough.
Macron's attempt to connect with youths on TikTok spectacularly backfires as he helps detractor: 'Dwarf married to his French teacher'
January 28, 2025 | 6:13pmThe TikTok creator who Macron helped had previously called the president a "dwarf married to his French teacher," who presided over a "country the size of a potato crisp."
French woman who refused sex with husband vindicated by top European human rights court
January 26, 2025 | 12:27amThe decision, which prevents French judges from making similar divorce rulings on sexual relations in the future, comes at a time when France is debating the concept of consent to...
Families sue TikTok in France over teen suicides they say are linked to harmful content
January 23, 2025 | 3:36amDelving into her daughter’s phone after her death, Mistre discovered videos promoting suicide methods, tutorials and comments encouraging users to go beyond “mere suicide attempts.”
Champagne sales go flat as global political, economic woes put a chill on celebrations worldwide
January 21, 2025 | 2:55pmPeople just aren't feeling bubbly these days.
Fury mounts over rusty, deteriorating Olympic medals as French luxury giant LVMH denies responsibility
January 21, 2025 | 11:01amLVMH, which is controlled by the family of multibillionaire Bernard Arnault, was a major sponsor of the Summer Games in Paris.
Champagne shipments hit by gloomy consumer mood in 2024, producers say
January 19, 2025 | 2:40pm"It is not time to celebrate given inflation, conflicts across the world, economic uncertainties and political wait-and-see in some of the largest Champagne markets, such as France and the United...
Europe is cheaper for American travelers than it has been in years — here's how much you can save right now
January 18, 2025 | 5:31pmYou'll get more baguette for your buck.
Ex-college athlete accused of assaulting Pa. student before texting her 'so I raped you' is being extradited back to US: prosecutors
January 16, 2025 | 6:51amIan Cleary was detained after a three-year search.
Forlorn French woman duped out of $850K by scammer posing as AI-generated Brad Pitt in hospital: 'I loved the man'
January 14, 2025 | 7:03pmThis was a real "Inglourious Basterd."
‘My father should die in prison,’ says daughter of sicko who invited dozens of men to rape his wife
January 12, 2025 | 4:15pmDuring his three-month trial, Caroline Darian testified that she believes she was also a victim of her father's sick scheme and identified herself as the nude, unconscious woman who appeared...
Small town shocked to inherit $10 million fortune — left by man who had never been there
January 11, 2025 | 9:32pmThe generous stranger and the off the beaten path burg had one thing in common.
Jean-Marie Le Pen, French far-right leader, dies at 96
January 7, 2025 | 8:52amJean-Marie Le Pen, who was known for fiery rhetoric against immigration and multiculturalism, has died at 96.
Charlie Hebdo won't back down: 10 years after attack, mag provokes with ‘God caricature’ competition
January 3, 2025 | 3:37pmFrench satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo is set to publish a special God-mocking edition next week to mark 10 years since an attack on its offices by jihadist gunmen.
'Catwoman' Jocelyn Wildenstein, known for extreme plastic surgery addiction, dead at 84
January 1, 2025 | 12:42pmThe Catwoman purrs no more.
3 die off northern France coast in Channel crossing attempt
December 29, 2024 | 10:31amAt least three migrants died early Sunday while attempting to cross the English Channel to Britain from northern France.