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Dark clouds gather of the Eiffel Tower, in Paris, France on April 9, 2024

Dark clouds gather of the Eiffel Tower, in Paris, France on April 9, 2024

Is France heading for an economic storm?

France could face an economic crisis after lawmakers voted to oust Michel Barnier's government after just three months.

Gisele Pelicot stands outside a court building while being photographed.

Gisele Pelicot stands outside a court building while being photographed.

Gisele Pelicot celebrated as feminist hero in France

Gisele Pelicot demanded that evidence of her rape be shown in court. Her strength is inspiring other survivors.

Members of the public stand in front of a photograph depicting French history and geography teacher Samuel Paty

Members of the public stand in front of a photograph depicting French history and geography teacher Samuel Paty

France: Trial starts over beheading of teacher Samuel Paty

Eight adults are standing trial for their alleged role in the 2020 assassination of the French history teacher.

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Stories by Lisa Louis

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier speaks during the debate over a no-confidence vote at France's National Assembly

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier speaks during the debate over a no-confidence vote at France's National Assembly

France: Macron's PM Barnier ousted in no-confidence vote

France: Macron's PM Barnier ousted in no-confidence vote

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier had been appointed only three months ago after a contentious snap election.

People walk amid the rubble of buildings which were levelled on September 27 by Israeli strikes

People walk amid the rubble of buildings which were levelled on September 27 by Israeli strikes

As France hosts Lebanon aid conference, can it mediate?

As France hosts Lebanon aid conference, can it mediate?

Though France is aiming to bring about a cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah, analysts don't expect a breakthrough.

Automesse Paris 2024

Automesse Paris 2024

Paris Motor Show showcases electric effort

Paris Motor Show showcases electric effort

European car makers unveil new electric cars at the Paris Motor Show in an effort to match Chinese competition.

Gisele Pelicot arriving at the Avignon courthouse for

Gisele Pelicot arriving at the Avignon courthouse for

Is the Pelicot rape trial sparking #MeToo moment in France?

Is the Pelicot rape trial sparking #MeToo moment in France?

Gisele Pelicot's case is giving hope to France's survivors of rape through chemical submission.

Gisele Pelicot

Gisele Pelicot

Pelicot trial inspires rape survivor to speak

Pelicot trial inspires rape survivor to speak

A French woman who reveals that she was drugged and raped says Gisele Pelicot inspired her to seek justice.

Demonstrators, one displaying French flag, gather under the statue of Marianne, a symbol of the French Republic, during a protest demonstration responding to a call from the far-left party leader who criticized as a power grab the president's appointment of a new prime minister, Michel Barnier,

Demonstrators, one displaying French flag, gather under the statue of Marianne, a symbol of the French Republic, during a protest demonstration responding to a call from the far-left party leader who criticized as a power grab the president's appointment of a new prime minister, Michel Barnier,

Can France cut spending without stoking recession?

Can France cut spending without stoking recession?

France needs to bring down public spending — but its minority government is facing headwinds.

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