France: News

28 Jul 2024

Paris

Paris Olympics opening ceremony 'not meant to mock': Artistic director

Thomas Jolly, the artistic director of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, has refuted claims that the event was intended to mock Christianity or promote "wokeism."

27 Jul 2024

Britney Spears

Why netizens are branding Paris Olympics opening 'worst-ever': A breakdown 

Many had hopes that the Opening Ceremony of the Paris Olympics would be spectacular, considering that France had spent an estimated $8.9 billion for the games.

25 Jul 2024

Olympics

'Bonjour' essential for positive French interactions, experts advise

As millions of tourists gear up to visit Paris for the Olympics, experts have highlighted the importance of starting all interactions with "bonjour," the French word for hello.

21 Jul 2024

Airbus

Airbus assessing 8 Indian sites for H125 helicopter assembly line

Airbus, the renowned French aircraft manufacturer, is currently evaluating eight potential locations in India, to establish its final assembly line (FAL) for H125 helicopters.

India's elite dog squad deployed for security at Paris Olympics

In a first, India's elite "K-9" dog squad from multiple security forces will be deployed to enhance security at the Paris Olympics.

16 Jul 2024

NVIDIA

Why NVIDIA is facing antitrust investigation in France

NVIDIA is currently under investigation by French authorities for alleged anti-competitive practices.

15 Jul 2024

Eiffel Tower

Paris sets stage for eco-friendly Olympics with sustainable infrastructure

Paris is preparing to host the most environmentally friendly Olympics to date, repurposing its famous landmarks into temporary sports venues.

15 Jul 2024

BTS

BTS's Jin makes history as Paris Olympics torchbearer, shares message

Jin, a globally recognized member of the South Korean boy band BTS, recently served as a torchbearer for the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics.

12 Jul 2024

Belgium

Study links lithium-ion batteries to rising air and water pollution

A study published in Nature Communications has identified lithium-ion batteries, a key component of clean energy infrastructure, as an increasing source of per- and polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS) pollution.

10 Jul 2024

China

Nuclear fusion breakthrough? China's 'artificial sun' generates magnetic field

China's nuclear fusion energy quest has marked a significant milestone as its "artificial sun" reactor, Huanliu-3 (HL-3), generated a magnetic field for the first time.

09 Jul 2024

Elton John

Elton John caught publicly 'peeing in plastic bottle' while shopping!

British pop icon Sir Elton John reportedly found himself in an unusual predicament while shopping for shoes in Nice, a city in France.

07 Jul 2024

Cycling

Cyclist penalized for halting Tour de France to kiss wife

French cyclist Julien Bernard was fined after he paused during a stage of the Tour de France to kiss his wife.

04 Jul 2024

World

Legendary sword, jammed in stone for 1,300 years, has disappeared

The Durandal sword, an ancient weapon renowned for its indestructibility and sharpness, has mysteriously disappeared from its location in a French town.

03 Jul 2024

BTS

Paris Olympics: BTS's Jin confirmed as one of 11,000 torchbearers

BigHit Music has officially announced that BTS's Jin will be a torchbearer for the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics.

03 Jul 2024

Emmanuel Macron

How 200+ withdrawn candidatures may block far-right in French elections

In an unprecedented move, over 200 candidates have withdrawn from the second round of France's parliamentary elections to prevent the far-right National Rally (RN) from gaining power.

03 Jul 2024

Donald Trump

Biden quips he 'almost fell asleep' during debate with Trump 

United States President Joe Biden on Tuesday acknowledged his subpar performance at the first presidential debate with Donald Trump, attributing it to exhaustion from extensive travel.

26 Jun 2024

Katy Perry

Katy Perry turns heads with surprise song lyrics on dress!

Pop sensation Katy Perry has creatively previewed her forthcoming single Woman's World by printing the song's lyrics on a 500-foot train of her dress!

21 Jun 2024

Emmanuel Macron

Antisemitism outcry in France over 12-year-old Jewish girl's alleged rape 

An alleged rape of a 12-year-old Jewish girl by two boys has sparked outrage across France and pushed antisemitism to the center of the country's parliamentary election campaign.

Modi, Macron agree to intensify strategic defense cooperation

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and French President Emmanuel Macron have agreed to strengthen strategic defense cooperation, with a particular emphasis on the "Make in India" initiative.

12 Jun 2024

Instagram

Legendary French singer Françoise Hardy (80) dies after cancer battle

Françoise Hardy, a French singer, actor, and model who captivated audiences worldwide in the 1960s, is no more. She was 80.

11 Jun 2024

K-Pop

K-pop band SEVENTEEN earns UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador title

In a landmark development, the popular K-pop group SEVENTEEN has been named UNESCO Goodwill Ambassadors for Youth.

French AI music video 'Étoile Filante' booed at Annecy Festival

The Annecy Animation Festival in France began with an unexpected audience reaction.

10 Jun 2024

Lifestyle

Centenarian US couple, 100 and 96, marry in French town

In a heartwarming celebration of love, Harold Terens, a 100-year-old World War II veteran, and his 96-year-old bride, Jeanne Swerlin, exchanged vows in the historic town of Carentan, Normandy.

05 Jun 2024

Cannes Film Festival

Demi Moore, Joe Jonas fuel dating rumors after lunch date

Acclaimed actor Demi Moore (61) and popular singer Joe Jonas (34) have reportedly formed a new "friendship."

05 Jun 2024

South Korea

Bucheon Film Festival unveils first-ever competition for AI-generated films

South Korea's Bucheon International Fantastic Film Festival (BiFan) has launched an AI Film competition featuring 15 titles.

26 May 2024

Cannes Film Festival

'All We Imagine...', 'Sunflowers...': India's accomplishments at 77th Cannes

The recently concluded 77th Cannes Film Festival turned out to be a significant platform for India, giving the country a chance to showcase its cinematic excellence and creative talent.

26 May 2024

Cannes Film Festival

Cannes: Guard accused of harassing Kelly Rowland, Massiel Taveras, YoonA

Amid the celebratory atmosphere of the 77th Cannes Film Festival's conclusion on Saturday, the event faced a somber cloud of racism allegations involving a security guard.

26 May 2024

Cannes Film Festival

Cannes: Payal Kapadia scripts history with Grand Prix win 

In a historic moment at the recently concluded 77th Cannes Film Festival, Payal Kapadia's All We Imagine As Light won the prestigious Grand Prix, the second-highest award of the festival.

25 May 2024

Cannes Film Festival

Cannes: Preity Zinta's saree glamour lights up the red carpet

Bollywood actor Preity Zinta made a striking appearance at the 77th Cannes Film Festival, donning a pink saree designed by Seema Gujral.

25 May 2024

Cannes Film Festival

Cannes: Michel Hazanavicius's 'Most Precious of Cargoes' receives 10-minute ovation

Michel Hazanavicius, the acclaimed director of The Artist, made a triumphant return to the Cannes Film Festival with his latest animated fairy tale feature, The Most Precious of Cargoes.

22 May 2024

Cannes Film Festival

Kelly Rowland's heated moment, fashion A-game: Cannes Day 8 highlights

The 77th Cannes Film Festival, currently in progress, witnessed a spectacular display of fashion on its eighth day.

21 May 2024

Cannes Film Festival

Cannes Day 7: 'The Apprentice' courts controversy; Studio Ghibli shines

The seventh day of the 77th Cannes Film Festival was marked by significant events.

18 May 2024

Cannes Film Festival

Emma-Yorgos's 'Kind of Kindness' receives glowing standing ovation at Cannes

Reuniting after their successful collaboration on Poor Things (2023), Oscar-winning actor Emma Stone and director Yorgos Lanthimos joined forces once again for Kinds of Kindness.

Cannes: Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wows in show-stopping Falguni Shane Peacock

Bollywood actor and global icon, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, is creating waves at the ongoing 77th Cannes Film Festival.

18 May 2024

Cannes Film Festival

Cannes: Nicolas Cage's 'The Surfer' earns a six-minute standing ovation

Nicolas Cage's latest psychological thriller, The Surfer, received a six-minute standing ovation during a midnight screening at the ongoing Cannes Film Festival on Friday night.

Day 3 at Cannes: Aishwarya Rai stuns; 'Megalopolis,' 'Bird' premiere

The third day of the 77th Cannes Film Festival (May 16, 2024) was a star-studded event with numerous Hollywood and Bollywood celebrities in attendance.

Despite injury, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan departs for Cannes 2024

Cannes Film Festival regular Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was spotted at Mumbai airport on Wednesday night, heading for the French Riviera.

'Taarak Mehta...' actor Deepti Sadhwani stuns in orange at Cannes

Deepti Sadhwani, celebrated for her performance in the popular TV series Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, made a dazzling debut at the 77th Cannes Film Festival on Tuesday.