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Cadmium warning triggers backlash from France's organic farmers

Organic farming is at the centre of a growing row in France, after health authorities said produce grown to organic standards may be just as contaminated by cadmium – a toxic heavy metal linked to cancer and bone disease – as conventional agriculture. The finding has prompted pushback from the…

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French Senate backs plan to restrict social media for children

France’s Senate has voted to ban social media for children under 15, but legal disagreements with the government could complicate plans to bring the measure into force by September.

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DRC and Iraq book 2026 World Cup spots after inter-confederation play-off wins

Democratic Republic of Congo and Iraq secured berths at the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday following victories over Jamaica and Bolivia respectively in the two inter-confederation play-off finals.

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Senegal doubles jail terms for same-sex relations amid crackdown

Senegal has enacted a new law that doubles prison sentences for same-sex relations and extends penalties to those accused of promoting homosexuality. The move has drawn strong international criticism while reflecting broad political support at home.

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EU probes French aid to EDF over the construction of new nuclear reactors

French plans to support state-owned energy giant EDF in building six new nuclear reactors will face scrutiny from the EU, Brussels has said. The European Commission will assess whether the proposed backing for the electricity provider complies with EU state aid rules.

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Bosnia and Herzegovina, Turkey, Sweden and Czech Republic reach 2026 World Cup

Turkey, Sweden, Bosnia and Herzegovina as well as the Czech Republic advanced to the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada on Tuesday night following European play-off final wins.

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UNRWA chief steps down, seeks probe into killing of hundreds of staff in Gaza

The outgoing chief of UNRWA – the UN agency supporting Palestinian refugees – has called for an independent probe into the deaths of hundreds of staff in Gaza, warning that unchecked violence and impunity risk fuelling a wider regional crisis.

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New Saint-Denis mayor sues TV channel CNews over racist comments

Bally Bagayoko, the first mayor from the hard-left France Unbowed party to win a major French city, has filed a lawsuit against television channel CNews for airing racist comments about him.

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Bucha’s dead demand justice as Europe stands with Ukraine four years on

A delegation of European diplomats were in Ukraine on Tuesday to mark the four-year anniversary of the Bucha massacre and reaffirm their support for the country as it enters its fifth year of war with Russia.

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Fifa chief hails Mexico's readiness as teams prepare for World Cup finals

World football's most powerful administrator Gianni Infantino has hailed the readiness of Mexico for this summer's World Cup during a fact-finding tour of the country in which he met Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, viewing the stadiums in Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara that will stage matches during the month-long competition.

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France’s top magazine publisher Prisma Media to cut 40 percent of staff

France’s leading magazine publisher, Prisma Media, has announced plans to cut nearly 40 percent of its workforce by the end of this year in order 'to restructure'.

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The Kenyan landlords helping fight gender-based violence

In Kenya, charities are working with landlords to fight gender-based violence – in particular the domestic violence experienced by women living in overcrowded, impoverished areas.

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CAR strongman Touadéra sworn in for third term on promises of security, peace

Central African President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has pledged to buttress security and peace as he was sworn in for a third term on Monday, in one of the world's poorest and most volatile countries.

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'Paris, I'm ready': Céline Dion announces comeback concerts in Eiffel Tower message

Quebec-born star Céline Dion took over the Eiffel Tower in Paris on Monday evening with the broadcast of a special message to announce her comeback to the stage following a six-year break. The mega star said she would perfom ten concerts exclusively in France to celebrate her 58th birthday in…

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Ghana football bosses sack head coach Addo after fourth straight defeat

Otto Addo has been dismissed as Ghana head coach after a damaging run of four straight defeats, with the Black Stars now facing a race against time to appoint a successor ahead of their 2026 World Cup opener against Panama.

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Macron visits Japan, South Korea for talks dominated by Middle East war

French President Emmanuel Macron has arrived in Japan for a visit that was initially aimed at strengthening partnerships in nuclear energy and space innovation, but is now set to be dominated by the war in the Middle East. He will conclude his trip later in the week in South Korea.

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'Green wave' ebbs in local elections, as French Greens become key allies on left

The Greens were key partners for the Socialists and the left in France’s 2026 local elections, but the results were a far cry from the “green wave" of the 2020 elections. What has happened to the French Green party, and what is the state of political ecology today?

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Amnesty warns of 'serious risks' to certain fans during 2026 World Cup

Human rights campaign group Amnesty International warned on Monday that certain fans travelling to the United States, Mexico and Canada for the World Cup face serious risks from immigration and customs officers (ICE) as well as border guards (CBP).

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Captain of Russian 'shadow tanker' sentenced to one year in French prison

A French court has handed down a one-year prison sentence and issued an arrest warrant for the Chinese captain of a tanker suspected of being part of Russia’s so-called 'shadow fleet', in a case that highlights Europe’s growing efforts to enforce sanctions at sea.

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Trial begins over alleged hit squad network linked to French Masonic lodge

A complex criminal trial has opened in Paris, where 22 people are set to appear in court over allegations of murder, attempted murder and other serious offences linked to a Masonic lodge accused of operating as a covert mafia network.

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New Paris mayor promises urgent action over alleged sexual abuse in schools

Paris's newly elected mayor, Emmanuel Grégoire, says tackling sexual abuse in the city's after-school programmes is his "absolute priority", promising changes in management and rapid decisions.

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France boss Deschamps tells World Cup hopefuls to stay humble after wins in US

France head coach Didier Deschamps on Monday urged players aiming to be in the squad for the 2026 World Cup to remain humble and hard-working after successes over Brazil and Colombia in friendlies in the United States.

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France held responsible for concealing 1944 African colonial soldier's death

A French administrative court has ruled that the state was at fault for failing to properly investigate the death of an African rifleman killed in the 1944 Thiaroye massacre in Senegal, when the French army opened fire on its colonial troops who were demanding their pay.

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African football chiefs plan revamp of continent's governing body

Patrice Motsepe, the boss of the Confederation of African Football (Caf), has announced a revamp of the organisation in an attempt to ensure that the scenes at end of January’s Cup of Nations final between Morocco and Senegal do not happen again.

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France rolls out targeted fuel aid as truckers stage Paris protest

The French government has pledged targeted support for industries hit by surging fuel prices linked to tensions in the Middle East, while warning that broad, across-the-board financial relief is no longer sustainable. This comes as truck and bus drivers drivers staged a "go slow" protest in Paris.

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