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Shocking photo of Moroccan migrants sleeping in washing machines goes viral
A photo depicting three young Moroccan migrants getting some rest in washing machines at a Paris launderette has attracted attention online.
Children's magazine lists Israel alongside North Korea as 'not a real country'
A French children's magazine has been withdrawn from newsstands after it listed Israel alongside North Korea as places that weren't considered "real countries".
Woman tried to smuggle two people through Eurotunnel terminal by putting them in a large bag
Wendy Thomas, 50, from Cardiff in South Wales, was stopped by border control officers in October 2016 at the Eurotunnel terminal with 3 illegal immigrants in their car.
'Ridiculous': Miss France pageant slammed for trying to promote women's rights
'Ridiculous' Miss France contest organisers Sylvie Tellier and Geneviève de Fontenay mocked for dedicating beauty pageant to denouncing violence against women.
Four children killed after school bus and train collide in southern France
A train that apparently derailed collided with a bus near Perpignan, southern France, killing four children and injuring seven.
Frenchman used drugs in chocolate to knock out and sexually assault ride-sharing victims, court hears
Man in France standing trial on eight charges of sexual assault on young women he met through a ride-sharing app.
French parents 'killed baby by putting anti-depressants in her bottle to stop her crying'
The parents, Delphine Niepceron, 27, and Cyrille Le Got, 43, from Champagnem France, allegedly put anti-depressants and tranquillisers in their child's bottles.
Britain on alert as baby milk maker orders global recall over salmonella fears
Manufacturer Lactalis issues global recall after infants in France were taken ill.
France bids adieu to Johnny Hallyday at legendary singer's funeral
President Emmanuel Macron and actress Marion Cotillard among those paying tribute at farewell service.
French police bust Airbnb prostitution ring in luxury Paris apartments
Police in French capital arrest three men after swooping on 10 brothels in heart of one of the richest areas in France.
Teacher accuses 5 pupils 'angry over discipline' of sexually assaulting her
A teacher at Auguste-Renoir high school near Paris has reported 5 of her pupils for sexual assault. They cornered and touched her repeatedly in one of the school's corridor.
French mother, 53, confesses to secretly killing five of her babies
A French woman was charged by police Thursday (30 November) after confessing to secretly killing five of her babies, bringing a 14-year-old cold case to a chilling end.
What is it that the French fear so much? Exorcisms see a rise post Paris attacks
The surge in demand has led to accusations that private priests are exploiting those with psychological issues.
Schools on alert over hazardous 'chilli pepper game' fad among students
French police have asked parents to be vigilant after a new internet craze has taken hold in the nation's schools.
France in Christmas panic as bird flu crisis leads to foie gras shortage
France consumers have been warned of a foie gras shortage ahead of Christmas, which means prices will rocket. The French are only just coming out of a butter crisis.
France declares beef bourguignon its national dish in public poll
In a new survey, beef bourguignon was voted as the most representative dish of French cuisine. Steak frites came in third, with lots of meaty meals making up the top 10.
Major medieval treasure trove discovery made at French abbey
A team from the University of Lyon 2 spent around six weeks on a search operation at Cluny Abbey in France. They unearthed a treasure trove of medieval coins and gold.
France to host 2023 Rugby World Cup as South Africa are cruelly overlooked
France have controversially been named as the hosts for the 2023 Rugby World Cup after beating leading candidates South Africa in the ballot.
Eagles of Death Metal play surprise show in Paris on second anniversary of Bataclan massacre
Eagles of Death Metal play surprise concert in front of President Emmanuel Macron on 2nd anniversary of Paris attacks when Isis terrorists stormed Bataclan in Paris.
Missing Irish teacher found dead after freak accident saw her drown in small stream while jogging
The body of young Irish woman Eimear Noonan, reported missing from her home in Annonay, France, has been found after what appeared to be a freak drowning accident.
When is it legal to have sex?
With issues surrounding the age of consent being raised in both France and the US, we took a look at the vast disparity in the law around the world.
Olivier Giroud has no regrets over staying at Arsenal
The Frenchman has not started a league game this season and has only been part of the team's Europa League and League Cup campaigns so far.
Students injured as driver 'deliberately' ploughs car into crowd
A man ploughed a car into a group of students outside a college in Toulouse France. Police said the attack is not terror-related.
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos could miss England vs Germany friendly after illness
Germany coach Joachim Low says he could rest Toni Kroos against England if the Real Madrid midfielder does not feel fully fit after a stomach virus.
50 soldiers and a helicopter used in search for French activist who faked her own kidnapping
The Correctional Court also ordered 25-year-old Sandy Gaillard to pay a fine of £4,400 and seek psychological help.
Paris introduces sparkling water fountains because regular water just isn't classy enough
Parisians will now get the welcome addition of sparkling water fountains in each of the city's 20 districts.
Arsenal defender Laurent Koscielny to retire from France duty after the 2018 World Cup
Ageing Arsenal vice-captain Laurent Koscielny is retiring from international duty in order to help talented France fully transition into an exciting new era.
Paris just got its first naked restaurant
O'naturel opened to the public last week after a smaller opening just for Paris's naturism society.
Cornered deer used antlers to attack and kill French hunter
An elderly French man who "lived to hunt" was struck and killed by a deer after he attempted to corner the animal.
7-year-old girl takes train to Geneva airport and boards plane without ticket
The airport in their statement said that the girl went through the security gate and managed to pass herself off as the child of adults around her.