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The French expression 'tant pis' means 'so much the worse' and can convey a range of sentiments from mild resignation to tough luck.

Coucou is a friendly French greeting used informally among peers.

Prisons in France face armed assaults linked to anti-drug measures, prompting government action and police support.

Attacks on prison staff signify an attempt to intimidate the French state amid rising tensions over drug trafficking policies.

Attacks on French prisons are linked to organized crime, particularly drug trafficking.

Algeria has expelled French officials following France's arrest of Algerians linked to a kidnapping case, escalating diplomatic tensions.

Recent attacks near French prisons are linked to retaliatory measures against government anti-drug policies, highlighting the tension between authorities and criminal networks.

Israel's strikes in Lebanon continue despite a November ceasefire, causing civilian casualties and highlighting escalating tensions with Hezbollah.

Joseph Aoun insists disarming Hezbollah must be carefully managed to avoid destabilizing Lebanon amidst ongoing conflict.

Civilian casualties in Lebanon from Israeli military actions underline the urgent need for investigation and accountability.

A boat fire in Congo has resulted in at least 50 deaths and hundreds missing, highlighting issues with safety regulations.

The actual death toll from the boat fire in Congo is 33, significantly lower than earlier reports of 148.

Confusion regarding survivor counts led to discrepancies in the death toll from the boat fire.

A British man died after being swept away by an avalanche in Val Thorens during severe weather conditions.

Three people died in a small airplane crash into a river in Nebraska on Friday night.

A spectator who threw a bottle at cyclist Mathieu van der Poel during Paris-Roubaix has turned himself in to police, sparking calls for legal action.

Guillaume Martin won the Classic Grand Besançon Doubs, marking his first victory in almost three years.

De Brabantse Pijl marks the transition from cobbled Classics to the Ardennes Classics with notable competitors returning from injury.

Guillaume Martin won the Tour du Jura Cycliste by outsprinting Clément Berthet in a thrilling finale.

Silvan Dillier survived a serious crash during Paris-Roubaix without major injuries, despite initial concerns.

Avalanche warnings in Savoie, France, highlight the risks following heavy snowfall and risen temperatures, urging maximum vigilance among visitors.

Heavy snowfall in the French Alps has led to a lockdown in Tignes and road closures due to avalanche risks.

Good Friday is not a public holiday in most of France, contrasting with other European countries.

France Channel provides a rich, culturally immersive streaming service for experiencing French films and TV shows with English subtitles.

Paris intensifies efforts to ensure women's safety in public swimming pools amid rising complaints of voyeurism.

A SporTran bus in Shreveport exploded after catching fire, causing extensive damage and no injuries reported.

Desire Doue's transformation into a key player highlights his potential and PSG's evolution towards teamwork over individual star power.

The professionalisation of women's football in France aims to enhance competition and standards while still seeing dominance from established clubs.

Clubs now have mandatory player criteria and increased budgets to improve the league's competitiveness.

A nitrogen leak during a cryotherapy session turned deadly in Paris, resulting in a woman's death and another hospitalized.

A nitrogen leak in a cryotherapy chamber in Paris resulted in one death and one critical hospitalization.