Paris

French students are blocking schools across the country over overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages and poor facilities, while arrests, injuries, fires and clashes with police have transformed an education dispute into a wider national confrontation and sparked broader national concern nationwide

Céline Dion's long-awaited Paris comeback became an emotional celebration as the Canadian superstar performed before 30,000 fans, shedding tears and rediscovering her connection with audiences after years away from the stage because of her neurological condition

A dispute over arrangements made during a BAPS Hindu delegation’s Eiffel Tower visit has sparked a major controversy in France, after female employees were reportedly sidelined. Staff protested, while officials condemned the decision and BAPS apologised for causing distress

One of France’s most popular forests will reopen most of its territory this weekend after a major wildfire, giving hikers and climbers access again while authorities maintain restrictions in areas still considered vulnerable to fire and environmental damage

French Catholic leaders are preparing for Pope Leo XIV's historic September visit, marking the first official papal trip in nearly twenty years. Churches nationwide are organizing ceremonies, welcoming pilgrims, and highlighting the significance of the visit for both faith communities and France

France imposed temporary alcohol restrictions across Paris as hospitals struggle with an unprecedented influx of heat-related emergencies. The intense European heatwave continues spreading eastward, prompting health alerts, transport disruptions, event cancellations and emergency measures across multiple countries facing record-breaking temperatures

Facing soaring temperatures, Paris has opened a supervised swimming zone in the Saint-Martin Canal ahead of schedule, giving residents a safe place to cool off while highlighting innovative urban responses to climate change and extreme summer heat

The crumbling tomb of Adolphe Sax in Paris has triggered an urgent international appeal, with cultural groups seeking funds to preserve the resting place of the saxophone’s inventor