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Fonderie de Bretagne enters court-ordered restructuring as 245 jobs hang in the balance

The Fonderie de Bretagne (FDB) has been placed under court-ordered restructuring after entering insolvency proceedings, putting 245 jobs at risk as the company races to secure emergency funding and avoid liquidation. The decision was announced following a hearing at the Lorient Commercial Court, giving......

Europe's June heatwave linked to at least 3,700 excess deaths in France, Belgium and the Netherlands

At least 3,700 excess deaths have been recorded across France, Belgium and the Netherlands following the intense June heatwave that swept across much of Europe, according to preliminary figures released by national authorities. Health officials caution that the death toll is expected to rise as additional......

France's services sector remains in contraction as June PMI misses expectations

France's services sector remained in contraction in June, with business activity declining more than initially estimated as weak demand, persistent inflationary pressures and subdued confidence continued to weigh on the country's economy. According to the latest S&P Global survey, the France......

France sets new electricity export record in first half of 2026

France has recorded its highest-ever electricity exports for the first six months of a year, reinforcing its position as one of Europe's leading suppliers of low-carbon power and highlighting the competitiveness of its electricity generation fleet. According to figures released by RTE, the country's......

France's Health Insurance calls for lifetime tobacco sales ban for post-2009 generation

France's national health insurance system is urging the government to introduce a landmark tobacco control measure that would permanently prohibit cigarette sales to people born after 2009, arguing that the policy could help create the country's first "smoke-free generation." The proposal......

Deschamps becomes the most successful World Cup coach in history

Didier Deschamps has made football history by becoming the most successful coach in FIFA World Cup history in terms of victories, following France’s 3-0 win over Sweden in the Round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup. The French national team manager has now reached 17 World Cup wins, surpassing the......

Thousands of French police officers March in Paris over salary demands and working conditions

Several thousand police officers marched through Paris on Tuesday to demand higher wages and improved working conditions, in one of the most significant demonstrations by law enforcement personnel in recent years. The protest, organized by major police unions including Alliance Police, Unité......

French Court blocks 14-storey Seafront tower project in Saint-Nazaire over environmental concerns

A major real estate development planned for the French Atlantic coast has been halted after the administrative court of Nantes annulled the permit for a large-scale housing and mixed-use project in Saint-Nazaire, citing procedural and environmental concerns. The ruling effectively suspends the planned......

Gymnastics: Coach Marc Chirilcenco leaves France for Qatar, raising concerns over talent exodus

French gymnastics is facing renewed concerns over athlete and coaching departures after experienced coach Marc Chirilcenco confirmed his move from France to Qatar, where he will take charge of the national gymnastics program. The announcement has sparked fears within the sport that several young French......