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Sinner downs Alcaraz to win first Wimbledon

France, July 14 -- Jannik Sinner downed Carlos Alcaraz 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4 on Sunday to win his first Wimbledon title, gaining sweet revenge for his painful defeat in the French Open final. The world ... Read More


France passes law to allow return of Ivorian drum stolen by colonial troops

France, July 13 -- French MPs have unanimously adopted legislation allowing Paris to return to Cote d'Ivoire the Djidji Ayokwe talking drum, which colonial troops seized from the Ebrie tribe in 1916. ... Read More


The mayor is the democratic figure in whom the French have the most confidence

France, July 13 -- A new study highlights the key role played by mayors in French democracy, and found that these local figures - of which there are almost 35,000 - are by far the elected officials mo... Read More


Enhanced Games: how the 'doping Olympics' could change sport forever

France, July 13 -- In May 2026, Las Vegas will play host to the Enhanced Games - a competition where doping is not just allowed, it's required. Behind the project are libertarian investors - including... Read More


Paris police to deploy en masse for Bastille Day, PSG game

France, July 13 -- Some 11,500 officers will be deployed in the French capital and surrounding areas for the FIFA Club World Cup final between English side Chelsea and French champions Paris Saint-Ger... Read More


Two French MPs to join new Gaza-bound aid boat

France, July 13 -- A Gaza-bound boat carrying pro-Palestinian activists, including members of France's Unbowed party, and humanitarian aid left Sicily on Sunday, over a month after Israel detained and... Read More


French deal on New Caledonia 'state' hits early criticism

France, July 13 -- An accord between France and New Caledonia, creating a state within a state and hailed by President Emmanuel Macron as "historic", hit immediate fierce criticism in the Pacific terr... Read More


France says Australia defence ties repaired after submarine row

France, July 13 -- France's defence relations with Australia have recovered after their 2021 bust-up over a major submarine contract, the country's ambassador said Sunday. Paris expressed its "strong... Read More


You still can't sink a rainbow, Greenpeace boss says 40 years after bombing

France, July 13 -- Forty years after the Rainbow Warrior bombing, Greenpeace International's executive director Mads Christensen says the attack only made the movement stronger and proved that "you ca... Read More


Macron to announce major defence measures amid rising global threats

France, July 13 -- French President Emmanuel Macron is set to address the nation on Sunday evening, outlining major new defence commitments as France faces mounting security threats and a shifting glo... Read More