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Emmanuel Macron's popularity slumps again

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Poll shows the new French president’s ‘dissatisfaction rating’ among voters has risen to 57%, up from 43% in July.

France pledges support to stabilize post-Islamic State Iraq

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On visit to Baghdad foreign minister Jean-Yves Le Drian said France would help reconstruction and reconciliation efforts in Iraq.

Poland slams France's Macron over 'arrogant' remarks

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Polish PM highlights Emmanuel Macron's lack of political experience for his disparaging comments about Poland over labour reforms.

France faces worst wine grape harvest since 1945

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Wine production to fall by 18% on 2016 after spring frosts ravaged vines, but the hot summer could deliver top vintages

France probes ex-boss of anti-drugs agency Octris

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Former head of France's anti-drugs agency, François Thierry, is being investigated on suspicion of complicity in drug-trafficking.

Macron spent €26,000 on makeup in first three months as president

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Elysée defended the sum, saying they had called in a makeup artist as 'matter of urgency' and that spending would now be significantly reduced.

President Macron steps up plans to bolster EU

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New French head of state says EU says needs to be more protective of its citizens as he seeks to shore up plunging approval ratings. 

Macron hits back after Hollande criticism

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New French president blasted critics of his plan to overhaul labour law a day after predecessor suggested the reform includes 'useless sacrifices'.

Spanish terror cell had links to France

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Car used in Cambrils attack caught on camera in Paris area, as investigators seek to find out what the alleged terror plotters were doing in France.

Brigitte Macron gets official role but no salary

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Proposal made by Emmanual Macron during presidential camapign to create a new First Lady status has been shelved following an outcry.