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The family of a woman killed by an ex-partner who bombarded her with hundreds of messages and calls will ask a judge on Monday to force the French authorities to explain why they failed to protect her. Sandra Pla had complained to police three times about Mickael Falou's threatening behaviour over a period of six months, but her application for a protection order was rejected.

"This is not about creator safety, customer safety, or the well-being of the industry, but rather a politicised narrative that takes advantage of a tragic personal loss," Kick told BBC News.

We are shutting up shop. We refuse to produce, to consume, to run, to servewhen the country is brought to a halt, the real power will appear. It is in our hands. The first demand of the more radical Bloquers is to be paid by the state for staying in bed indefinitely. Others, less ambitious, seem to envisage only a one-day protest.

The group aims to achieve the withdrawal of the 2026 Budget proposed by Prime Minister Francois Bayrou, emphasizing a need for total public involvement.

The felling of an olive tree planted in memory of Ilan Halimi, a young French Jewish man tortured to death in 2006, caused outrage in France.

A ferry linking Scotland to Europe could be one step closer to reality after a key border obstacle may be resolved. Ferry operator DFDS is planning on launching a service between the town of Rosyth in Fife, Scotland, and Dunkirk in France, as early as spring 2026, allowing for both passengers and freight to be transported between the countries.

They just said that they don't think the police will be sent out. We've literally gone to a camp, found a group of migrants holding life jackets, watch them get on to a public bus in plain sight of everyone. We watch them walk through Dunkirk. And we've given £800 million to France, we didn't see a police officer the whole day and now we've just phoned them. It doesn't sound they even going to bother to come out.

The Gare de l'Est train station in Paris has opened an 'espace calme', a quiet space for those sensitive to noise and light, particularly for autistic passengers.

Bouygues Telecom, France's third-largest phone carrier, has confirmed a data breach which exposed personal data belonging to millions of customers across the country. The breach, affecting 6.4 million of its 27 million customers, includes contact details, contractual data, civil status data, and International Bank Account Numbers (IBANs).

Mexico City celebrates the 700th anniversary of Tenochtitlan, marking its historical significance as the ancient Aztec capital that laid the foundation for the modern metropolis.

I am filing a case immediately with the Paris state prosecutors so that this man will be found and sanctions imposed to make an example of him, Patricia Miralles, minister for veterans and remembrance, wrote on X.

France's purchasing power stands at $3.76 trillion, making it a leading economy capable of funding an elite military, positioning it as a significant global military power.

Three spectators died after a car driven by a 22-year-old racer veered off the road during an auto rally in France. The driver and co-driver were hospitalized but not in danger.

According to Medecins Sans Frontieres, a quarter of Gaza's young children and pregnant or breastfeeding women screened last week were malnourished. Rates of severe malnutrition in children under five have tripled in the last two weeks alone, attributed to Israel's policy of starvation.

David Lotton's initial visit to France for the D-Day anniversary in 2004 inspired him to consider moving there, despite his modest financial background.

France, known for rich history and beautiful scenery, is emerging as a top destination for digital nomads, offering vibrant cities and serene towns ideal for remote work.

France's military power is deeply rooted in a long-standing tradition, establishing it as one of the foremost military forces in Europe since the Napoleonic era. The nation has evolved its military capabilities, reinforcing its stature globally while integrating advanced technology from its leading defense contractor, Dassault Aviation.

The money collected at tollbooths on France's motorway network is allocated to private companies managing the roadways and is essential for maintaining them, ensuring their good condition.

Ann-Katrin Berger, a 34-year-old double cancer survivor, made a crucial save while back-pedaling out of her goal. She flung herself backwards and managed to claw the ball away, demonstrating tremendous strength and skill. Her action was pivotal in turning the tide for the German team, rallying them to maintain hope in a challenging quarter-final match against France, even as they played a man down and faced immense pressure.

In France, affordable play schemes are available for children during the summer, offering supervised activities and meals for as little as 9 euros, making childcare accessible.

The number of people killed and injured in hunting accidents in France is on the rise, new figures show, despite new safety measures around guns and alcohol.

Germany has consistently dominated women's football, winning six consecutive European Championships from 1995 to 2013 and two World Cups in 2003 and 2007.

Electricity producers are often compelled to sell overproduced energy at a loss due to a lack of storage, which constitutes an 'unacceptable economic and energy loss.'

Germans are cliched as hard-working, efficient, and just a touch humourless, while the French are widely seen as more interested in having a good lunch and a long holiday.

The end of the departure process sees France with no permanent military presence in West or Central Africa, marking a significant decrease in French influence.

On these sections, vehicles are scanned and an automatic photo taken, allowing people to keep driving without stopping, similar to the system in place at the Dartford Crossing in the UK.