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French newspaper abandons opinion polls in run-up to election

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Le Parisien shifts focus from what it calls ‘horse race’ journalism to on-the-ground reporting ahead of 2017 presidential vote.

France investigates Renault for suspected emissions fraud

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French car firm denies any suggestion it cheated on tests for diesel engines making the vehicles dangerous for human or animal health.

Democracy and jihadists top France-Africa summit agenda

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The talks between some 30 African states and France, which are being held in Mali's capital Bamako, will also cover the migrant crisis.

France’s Emmanuel Macron slammed for speaking English

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Far right said independent presidential candidate's decision to speak in English in Berlin showed he had 'no respect' for the French language.

France’s socialist contenders expose deep divisions in TV debate

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Presidential hopefuls quarrelled over legacy of the deeply unpopular presidency of François Hollande, who ruled out a re-election bid last month.

Hollande hails France’s engagement on world stage

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In annual speech to foreign diplomatic corps, outgoing French president highlighted administration’s interventions in a number of crises.

Art dynasty heir Guy Wildenstein cleared of €550m French tax fraud

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Paris judge says scion to art fortune had a made ‘clear attempt’ to hide assets but failings by French investigators ruled out a guilty verdict.

Islamic extremists 'infiltrating ranks of French police'

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A book claims 16 police officers have joined IS and that a dozen former French soldiers have joined jihadist groups in both Iraq and Syria.

French hospitals cancel operations amid brutal flu epidemic

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Health minister Marisol Touraine said death toll for 2016/2017 flu season set to be 'high' with unusually large number of people 'seriously ill'.

Euro may not exist in 10 years, warns presidential hopeful Macron

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Emmanuel Macron called for a euro zone budget to finance investments and to extend financial assistance to struggling member states.