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Microsoft deploys a fix to Azure cloud service that's hit with outage
Read full article: Microsoft deploys a fix to Azure cloud service that's hit with outageMicrosoft says users of its Azure cloud portal may be not be able to access Office 365, Minecraft or other services due to issues with its global content delivery network services.
Paris prosecutor says 2 suspects in the Louvre jewel heist acknowledge their involvement
Read full article: Paris prosecutor says 2 suspects in the Louvre jewel heist acknowledge their involvementA Paris prosecutor says two suspects in the Louvre jewel heist have admitted their involvement in the theft.
French senators say security at the Louvre is 'not in line' with modern standards and demand action
Read full article: French senators say security at the Louvre is 'not in line' with modern standards and demand actionFrench senators have acknowledged that the Louvre's security is outdated and needs urgent upgrades.
Inspector Clouseau? The mystery man in an AP photo after the Louvre jewel heist creates a buzz
Read full article: Inspector Clouseau? The mystery man in an AP photo after the Louvre jewel heist creates a buzzA photo taken by an Associated Press photographer after the brazen daylight robbery at Paris' Louvre Museum is generating an online buzz.
Picasso portrait of muse Dora Maar in vivid hat, long hidden from view, sells for 32 million euros
Read full article: Picasso portrait of muse Dora Maar in vivid hat, long hidden from view, sells for 32 million eurosA long-hidden Picasso portrait of muse Dora Maar has sold for 32 million euros at an auction in Paris.
Where the jewels stolen from the Louvre Museum might end up
Read full article: Where the jewels stolen from the Louvre Museum might end upJust days after a stunning heist at the Louvre Museum, speculation is growing around where the lavish, stolen jewels that once adorned France’s royals might end up.
Paris prosecutor says stolen Louvre jewels worth an estimated $102 million
Read full article: Paris prosecutor says stolen Louvre jewels worth an estimated $102 millionThe Paris prosecutor says that crown jewels stolen in a Louvre heist were worth an estimated 88 million euros ($102 million), but that the monetary estimate doesn’t include their historical value to France.
Kering sells beauty division to L'Oreal and says the companies will collaborate on wellness products
Read full article: Kering sells beauty division to L'Oreal and says the companies will collaborate on wellness productsFrench luxury goods company Kering said Sunday it is selling its beauty division to L’Oreal for 4 billion euros ($4.66 billion).
Thieves hit the Louvre again. Here's a look at other famous heists in museums worldwide
Read full article: Thieves hit the Louvre again. Here's a look at other famous heists in museums worldwideThieves reportedly stole nine pieces from the jewelry collection of Napoleon and the Empress in the Louvre, using a basket lift to reach the museum.
US jury issues $20M verdict against French bank BNP Paribas over Sudanese atrocities
Read full article: US jury issues $20M verdict against French bank BNP Paribas over Sudanese atrocitiesA federal jury in New York says France's largest bank must pay $21 million for giving the Sudanese government access to the U.S. financial system during a time when the government was engaged in atrocities.
French police arrest 4 in alleged plot targeting exiled Russian activist and Putin critic
Read full article: French police arrest 4 in alleged plot targeting exiled Russian activist and Putin criticFrench police have detained four people suspected of plotting an attack on exiled Russian rights activist Vladimir Osechkin.
French pair imprisoned in Iran over alleged spying have 'reached the limit,' families say
Read full article: French pair imprisoned in Iran over alleged spying have 'reached the limit,' families sayTwo French nationals detained in Iran for more than three years have reached the limit of what they can endure, according to relatives.
Embattled French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu survives no-confidence votes in Parliament
Read full article: Embattled French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu survives no-confidence votes in ParliamentFrench Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has survived two votes of no-confidence that could have toppled his fragile new government.
Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion says creative upbringing shaped his vision of innovation and freedom
Read full article: Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion says creative upbringing shaped his vision of innovation and freedomFrench Nobel economics laureate Philippe Aghion reflects on the creative roots that shaped his award-winning ideas about innovation and growth.
Sarkozy informed of when and where to report to prison for Libya campaign finance scheme
Read full article: Sarkozy informed of when and where to report to prison for Libya campaign finance schemeFrance's financial prosecution office has informed former President Nicolas Sarkozy about his prison reporting details.
France's newly re-appointed prime minister names new Cabinet in bid to quell political turmoil
Read full article: France's newly re-appointed prime minister names new Cabinet in bid to quell political turmoilFrance’s newly re-appointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu named a new government Sunday, as he faces pressure to urgently produce a budget and quell political turmoil that is scaring businesses and staining the country’s image.
Ferrari reveals features of first fully electric vehicle, but its financial outlook mars the debut
Read full article: Ferrari reveals features of first fully electric vehicle, but its financial outlook mars the debutItalian luxury sports carmaker Ferrari raised its 2025 guidance in the face of global 15% tariffs on foreign car imports to the United States as the company unveiled the new powertrain and chassis of its first fully electric production vehicle.
Tennis players accused of doping or match-fixing can now get financial and mental-health support
Read full article: Tennis players accused of doping or match-fixing can now get financial and mental-health supportTennis players involved in doping or match-fixing investigations are now eligible for free legal help, confidential counseling or money to test products they’ve taken that might have led to a positive drug test.
Macron's political isolation deepens as allies abandon him, with some calling for his resignation
Read full article: Macron's political isolation deepens as allies abandon him, with some calling for his resignationFrench President Emmanuel Macron faces increased pressure to resign after the collapse of his latest government.
Miu Miu stays steady at Paris Fashion Week as France grapples with political turmoil
Read full article: Miu Miu stays steady at Paris Fashion Week as France grapples with political turmoilMiuccia Prada's Miu Miu has delivered a steady performance at Paris Fashion Week, offering reassurance amid France's political instability.
UNESCO nominates Egyptian as its new director following US withdrawal
Read full article: UNESCO nominates Egyptian as its new director following US withdrawalKhaled el-Anani, a former Egyptian tourism and antiquities minister, has been nominated by UNESCO's executive board to become its first director from the Arab world.
At Vuitton, the Louvre is a stage for stars, spectacle and Paris Fashion Week's moving masterpiece
Read full article: At Vuitton, the Louvre is a stage for stars, spectacle and Paris Fashion Week's moving masterpieceFans have jammed the gates of the Louvre for the Louis Vuitton show at Paris Fashion Week.
Body of young migrant found on French beach as crossings to UK rise
Read full article: Body of young migrant found on French beach as crossings to UK riseFrench authorities have announced the discovery of a body on a beach used by migrants attempting to cross from northern France to the U.K. on flimsy boats.
French towns fly Palestinian flag despite government orders ahead of state recognition
Read full article: French towns fly Palestinian flag despite government orders ahead of state recognitionSome French mayors have defied government orders and flown Palestinian flags on town halls, with more expected to follow suit as France prepares to formally recognize a Palestinian state at the United Nations General Assembly.
Strikes and protests roil France, pitting the streets against Macron and his new prime minister
Read full article: Strikes and protests roil France, pitting the streets against Macron and his new prime ministerProtesters have hit France with transport strikes, demonstrations and blockades that are targeting the Paris Metro and other sectors.
PSG cruises, Liverpool wins late yet again, Bayern and Inter also start well in Champions League
Read full article: PSG cruises, Liverpool wins late yet again, Bayern and Inter also start well in Champions LeagueTitle holder Paris Saint-Germain roared to victory in the Champions League by beating Atalanta 4-0.
Macron says 26 countries pledge troops as a reassurance force for Ukraine after war ends
Read full article: Macron says 26 countries pledge troops as a reassurance force for Ukraine after war endsFrench President Emmanuel Macron says that 26 of Ukraine’s allies have pledged to deploy troops as a “reassurance force” for the war-torn country once fighting ends in the conflict with Russia.
Gérard Depardieu to face trial in Paris over rape and sexual assault allegations
Read full article: Gérard Depardieu to face trial in Paris over rape and sexual assault allegationsFrench actor Gérard Depardieu has been summoned to trial in Paris over allegations of rape and sexual assault against actor Charlotte Arnould.
Vingegaard aims for Spanish Vuelta title with Pogačar and Roglic skipping race
Read full article: Vingegaard aims for Spanish Vuelta title with Pogačar and Roglic skipping raceJonas Vingegaard has his sights set on a first Grand Tour title in two years when the Spanish Vuelta starts on Saturday, with top rival Tadej Pogačar skipping the mountainous three-week race.
World Boxing will require sex testing for fighters before world championships in September
Read full article: World Boxing will require sex testing for fighters before world championships in SeptemberThe governing body for Olympic-style boxing will require sex testing for all fighters wishing to compete in the women’s division at its world championships next month.
Swiss watchmaker Swatch apologizes for ad showing gesture seen as racist
Read full article: Swiss watchmaker Swatch apologizes for ad showing gesture seen as racistSwiss watchmaker Swatch has apologized for an ad campaign that has upset consumers in China and elsewhere and says it has removed all related materials worldwide.
Firefighters battle to prevent reignition of France’s largest wildfire as residents return home
Read full article: Firefighters battle to prevent reignition of France’s largest wildfire as residents return homeAbout 1,400 firefighters have been deployed in France's southern Aude region to prevent the country's largest wildfire in decades from reigniting.
The Paris office of Israeli airline El Al is vandalized with graffiti
Read full article: The Paris office of Israeli airline El Al is vandalized with graffitiIsraeli airline El Al says its Paris office has been vandalized with anti-Israel graffiti in what it has called a “deeply disturbing” incident.
France's biggest wildfire of the summer has eclipsed the size of Paris and is still spreading
Read full article: France's biggest wildfire of the summer has eclipsed the size of Paris and is still spreadingAuthorities say France’s biggest wildfire this summer is spreading quickly in a Mediterranean region near the Spanish border after leaving one person dead.
Palantir books its first $1 billion in quarterly sales and dodges DOGE axe
Read full article: Palantir books its first $1 billion in quarterly sales and dodges DOGE axeShares of Palantir Technologies sailed past previous record highs Tuesday after booking its first $1 billion sales quarter and raising its performance expectations for the year.
Magic, Grizzlies to play in Berlin and London this season. More games coming to Manchester and Paris
Read full article: Magic, Grizzlies to play in Berlin and London this season. More games coming to Manchester and ParisThe NBA will play at least six regular-season games in Europe over the next three seasons, starting with a pair of games between the Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic this season.
A Lebanese pro-Palestinian militant returns home after 40 years in a French prison
Read full article: A Lebanese pro-Palestinian militant returns home after 40 years in a French prisonA Lebanese pro-Palestinian communist militant has arrived in Lebanon following his release after more than 40 years in prison in France.
Chevron gets go ahead for $53B Hess deal, and access to one of the biggest oil finds this decade
Read full article: Chevron gets go ahead for $53B Hess deal, and access to one of the biggest oil finds this decadeChevron has scored a critical ruling in Paris that has given it the go-ahead for a $53 billion acquisition of Hess and access to one of the biggest oil finds of the decade.
Netflix delivers another strong performance in second quarter while following a familiar script
Read full article: Netflix delivers another strong performance in second quarter while following a familiar scriptNetflix on Thursday announced another quarter of steady growth built upon its video streaming service’s more than 300 million subscribers.
France's prime minister wants to cut 2 public holidays to save money for the indebted economy
Read full article: France's prime minister wants to cut 2 public holidays to save money for the indebted economyFrance’s prime minister has proposed cutting two public holidays to save money in next year’s budget.
French President Macron announces 6.5 billion euros in extra military spending in next two years
Read full article: French President Macron announces 6.5 billion euros in extra military spending in next two yearsFrench President Emmanuel Macron has announced $7.6 billion euros in additional military spending over the next two years.
Elon Musk's X platform investigated in France for alleged data tampering and fraud
Read full article: Elon Musk's X platform investigated in France for alleged data tampering and fraudFrench prosecutors have launched an investigation into alleged data tampering and fraud involving Elon Musk's platform X.
Woman convicted of stowing away on flight to Paris faces extradition to Connecticut
Read full article: Woman convicted of stowing away on flight to Paris faces extradition to ConnecticutA woman convicted of stowing away on a flight from New York to Paris without a boarding pass or a passport won’t be released from custody.
European allies step up plans for future Ukraine stabilization force, with US attending meeting
Read full article: European allies step up plans for future Ukraine stabilization force, with US attending meetingCountries prepared to provide troops for a future stabilization force in Ukraine have agreed to set up a headquarters in Paris to facilitate a rapid deployment after the war ends.
Jane Birkin’s original Hermès bag sells at auction for whopping 8.6 million euros
Read full article: Jane Birkin’s original Hermès bag sells at auction for whopping 8.6 million eurosThe unique and original Birkin bag that fashion house Hermès made for actor and singer Jane Birkin has sold for 8.6 million euros ($10.1 million), including fees, at auction in Paris.
Cardi B, a live crow, and Schiaparelli’s monochrome vision open Paris couture week
Read full article: Cardi B, a live crow, and Schiaparelli’s monochrome vision open Paris couture weekParis Couture Week begins with a striking moment as Cardi B appears in a custom Schiaparelli gown, holding a live crow.
Clashes break out in Togo's capital as protesters call for the president's resignation
Read full article: Clashes break out in Togo's capital as protesters call for the president's resignationProtests erupt in Togo's capital Lomé as President Faure Gnassingbé faces criticism over constitutional changes that could extend his rule indefinitely.
Issey Miyake transforms the Cartier Foundation into living sculpture garden with light and movement
Read full article: Issey Miyake transforms the Cartier Foundation into living sculpture garden with light and movementIssey Miyake’s menswear line has returned to Paris Fashion Week with a dazzling show at the Cartier Foundation.
Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon falls short in her attempt to break 4-minute mile
Read full article: Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon falls short in her attempt to break 4-minute mileThree-time Olympic champion Faith Kipyegon has failed in her bid to become the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes.
Storms in France cause flooding, 2 deaths and a leak in parliament
Read full article: Storms in France cause flooding, 2 deaths and a leak in parliamentTorrential storms in France caused two deaths, flooded Paris streets and created a leak in parliament’s roof that interrupted a prime minister’s speech.
Pharrell Williams brings India and Beyoncé to Louis Vuitton’s Pompidou runway
Read full article: Pharrell Williams brings India and Beyoncé to Louis Vuitton’s Pompidou runwayThe birds scattered in every direction as the first drumbeat thundered across the plaza outside Paris’s Centre Pompidou, heralding the start of Pharrell Williams’ latest Louis Vuitton spectacle.
Saint Laurent opens Paris Fashion Week at Pinault’s art palace with a show of force
Read full article: Saint Laurent opens Paris Fashion Week at Pinault’s art palace with a show of forceIt-designer Anthony Vaccarello has sent out a Saint Laurent men’s collection that felt both sun-drenched and haunted, set not just in the heart of Paris, but drifting somewhere between the city and the legendary queer enclave of Fire Island in New York.
Giorgio Armani, 90, will not attend runway shows during Milan Fashion Week
Read full article: Giorgio Armani, 90, will not attend runway shows during Milan Fashion WeekGiorgio Armani will not be present to take his bows after the Emporio Armani and Giorgio Armani runway shows at the upcoming Milan Fashion Week.
Sabalenka apologizes to Gauff for post-match comments after French Open
Read full article: Sabalenka apologizes to Gauff for post-match comments after French OpenAryna Sabalenka says she has written to Coco Gauff to apologize for the “unprofessional” comments she made following her loss to her American rival in the final of the French Open.
The world’s most-visited museum shuts down with staff sounding the alarm on mass tourism
Read full article: The world’s most-visited museum shuts down with staff sounding the alarm on mass tourismThe Louvre Museum has failed to open on time Monday, leaving thousands of visitors stuck in long, unmoving lines.
Macron visits Greenland to show European support for the strategic Arctic island coveted by Trump
Read full article: Macron visits Greenland to show European support for the strategic Arctic island coveted by TrumpFrench President Emmanuel Macron warned that Greenland is “not to be sold” nor “to be taken” in a key visit to the strategic Arctic territory coveted by U.S. President Donald Trump.
UN conference on Palestinian state postponed because of Middle East tensions
Read full article: UN conference on Palestinian state postponed because of Middle East tensionsFrench President Emmanuel Macron says a top-level U.N. conference on a two-state solution for Israel and the Palestinians scheduled for next week has been postponed.
Olympic champ Imane Khelif skips Eindhoven event after World Boxing introduces mandatory sex testing
Read full article: Olympic champ Imane Khelif skips Eindhoven event after World Boxing introduces mandatory sex testingOlympic champion Imane Khelif is skipping the Eindhoven Box Cup in the Netherlands less than a week after World Boxing announced mandatory sex testing for all athletes.
French Open: No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka ends Swiatek's reign and meets No. 2 Coco Gauff for the trophy
Read full article: French Open: No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka ends Swiatek's reign and meets No. 2 Coco Gauff for the trophyCoco Gauff has reached her second final at Roland-Garros by beating Loïs Boisson 6-1, 6-2 to end the surprising, upset-filled run by a French wild-card entry who is ranked No. 361.
Tiafoe calls it 'comical' Musetti wasn't penalized for kicking a ball into French Open line judge
Read full article: Tiafoe calls it 'comical' Musetti wasn't penalized for kicking a ball into French Open line judgeLorenzo Musetti has been warned for unsportsmanlike conduct for kicking a tennis ball that inadvertently hit a linesperson during his French Open quarterfinal against Frances Tiafoe.
Tennis players wake up early or stay up late and it can be anyone's guess what time matches start
Read full article: Tennis players wake up early or stay up late and it can be anyone's guess what time matches startTennis players at Grand Slam tournaments such as the French Open can have to play at 11 a.m. or 8 p.m. or anywhere in between.
World Boxing apologizes for naming Olympic champion Imane Khelif in sex test policy
Read full article: World Boxing apologizes for naming Olympic champion Imane Khelif in sex test policyThe president of World Boxing has apologized after Olympic champion Imane Khelif was singled out in the governing body’s announcement to make sex testing mandatory.
French Open: Iga Swiatek to face No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals. Alcaraz and Musetti win
Read full article: French Open: Iga Swiatek to face No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka in the semifinals. Alcaraz and Musetti winFour-time champion Iga Swiatek has posted a 26th successive win at Roland-Garros and set up a French Open semifinal clash against top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka.
