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Speed caps introduced on e-scooters in Paris

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After mounting public concern and anger at deaths and injuries of pedestrians caused by electric scooters in Paris, rental companies have introduced geo-location systems to automatically apply a 10 kph speed limit to the machines in designated busy areas of the capital.

Macron switches to using navy blue on France's flag

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French president wanted to bring back the navy blue flag, a symbol of the French Revolution, French media said. 

Macron defence staffer allegedly raped after Élysée Palace party

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French prosecutors investigate alleged assault of female soldier by colleague after party in July.

A ‘truth commission’: Paris terror trial grips France

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Former president François Hollande appears as witness in a hearing serving as a cathartic moment for the country.

French journalists denounce sexual harassment and rape in media industry

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More journalists are taking to social media to denounce the harassment, intimidation and abuse they say they’ve suffered in the industry. 

French teenage jogger admits lying about kidnap escape

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In a case that has gripped the country, the 17-year-old was found in a state of shock and told police she was held captive by kidnappers but managed to flee.

French presidential election: can anybody beat Macron?

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Incumbent president Emmanuel Macron is the favourite, but there is a group of colourful characters chasing him including Michel Barnier, Marine Le Pen and Eric Zemmour.

France's farewell to Resistance hero Hubert Germain on Armistice Day

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Hubert Germain, the last surviving member of the Order of the Liberation who died last month, will be buried with a Cross of Lorraine, symbol of the Resistance.

French footballer arrested after teammate Kheira Hamraoui attacked

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Paris Saint-Germain footballer Aminata Diallo was taken into police custody on Wednesday as part of the investigation.

Macron, Harris paper over diplomatic spat with smiles

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American vice president visits Paris where feelings are still raw over the recent submarine deal row.