Five new suspects arrested in Louvre heist investigation French police have arrested five new people, including a main suspect, over this month's jewellery theft from the Louvre museum, the Paris prosecutor said. Europe • 30 Oct 25
Five new suspects arrested in Louvre heist investigation French police have arrested five new people, including a main suspect, over this month's jewellery theft from the Louvre museum, the Paris prosecutor said. Europe • 30 Oct 25
Stolen Louvre jewels not yet recovered, prosecutor says Jewels stolen from the Louvre museum in a brazen heist have not yet been found, the Paris prosecutor has said, adding that two suspects arrested on the weekend had partially recognised their involvement in the robbery. World • 29 Oct 25
Stolen Louvre jewels not yet recovered, prosecutor says Jewels stolen from the Louvre museum in a brazen heist have not yet been found, the Paris prosecutor has said, adding that two suspects arrested on the weekend had partially recognised their involvement in the robbery. World • 29 Oct 25
Harassment affected Brigette Macron's health - daughter The daughter of Brigitte Macron told a French court that unsubstantiated claims about her mother's gender had adversely affected the French first lady's health. World • 28 Oct 25
Harassment affected Brigette Macron's health - daughter The daughter of Brigitte Macron told a French court that unsubstantiated claims about her mother's gender had adversely affected the French first lady's health. World • 28 Oct 25
Ten on trial over online harassment of French first lady Ten people are going on trial in Paris for sexist cyber-harassment of Brigitte Macron, in the latest case sparked by unsubstantiated gender claims thrown at the French first lady for years by some in France and beyond. Europe • 27 Oct 25
Ten on trial over online harassment of French first lady Ten people are going on trial in Paris for sexist cyber-harassment of Brigitte Macron, in the latest case sparked by unsubstantiated gender claims thrown at the French first lady for years by some in France and beyond. Europe • 27 Oct 25
Sarkozy being protected by security guards in jail France's interior minister has confirmed that former president Nicolas Sarkozy would be protected by two security officers while serving jail time in a criminal conspiracy case involving Libya. World • 22 Oct 25
Sarkozy being protected by security guards in jail France's interior minister has confirmed that former president Nicolas Sarkozy would be protected by two security officers while serving jail time in a criminal conspiracy case involving Libya. World • 22 Oct 25
'Insufficient' camera coverage of outside walls - Louvre The Louvre museum in Paris has admitted that there was inadequate security camera coverage of the outside walls, responding to questions about the theft of priceless royal jewels last weekend. Europe • 22 Oct 25
'Insufficient' camera coverage of outside walls - Louvre The Louvre museum in Paris has admitted that there was inadequate security camera coverage of the outside walls, responding to questions about the theft of priceless royal jewels last weekend. Europe • 22 Oct 25
Sarkozy begins jail term in France, proclaims innocence Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has entered a Paris jail where he will serve a five-year sentence over seeking to acquire Libyan funding for his 2007 presidential run. Europe • 21 Oct 25
Sarkozy begins jail term in France, proclaims innocence Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has entered a Paris jail where he will serve a five-year sentence over seeking to acquire Libyan funding for his 2007 presidential run. Europe • 21 Oct 25
Podcast: Louvre jewellery heist – what we know so far People in the jewellery world will be "looking out for" priceless items stolen from the Louvre Museum in Paris yesterday, one expert has told Behind the Story. Behind the Story • 20 Oct 25
Podcast: Louvre jewellery heist – what we know so far People in the jewellery world will be "looking out for" priceless items stolen from the Louvre Museum in Paris yesterday, one expert has told Behind the Story. Behind the Story • 20 Oct 25
Paris authorities urged to issue reward for stolen jewels An expert in recovering stolen and looted artwork has urged French authorities to issue a reward for the return of imperial era jewels stolen in broad daylight from the Louvre Museum in Paris Europe • 20 Oct 25
Paris authorities urged to issue reward for stolen jewels An expert in recovering stolen and looted artwork has urged French authorities to issue a reward for the return of imperial era jewels stolen in broad daylight from the Louvre Museum in Paris Europe • 20 Oct 25
France admits security failures after Louvre robbery France's Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin has admitted to security flaws in protecting the Louvre that had led to robbers stealing imperial jewels in broad daylight from the Paris museum. Europe • 20 Oct 25
France admits security failures after Louvre robbery France's Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin has admitted to security flaws in protecting the Louvre that had led to robbers stealing imperial jewels in broad daylight from the Paris museum. Europe • 20 Oct 25
English winemakers hoping for export boost English winemakers are betting that surging exports can sustain their once novelty product after domestic sales growth slowed, hoping for a boost from Britain's warmest summer on record this year as climate change optimised conditions. Business • 17 Oct 25
English winemakers hoping for export boost English winemakers are betting that surging exports can sustain their once novelty product after domestic sales growth slowed, hoping for a boost from Britain's warmest summer on record this year as climate change optimised conditions. Business • 17 Oct 25
French government survives second no-confidence vote French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu's government survived a second vote of no confidence in the National Assembly. Europe • 16 Oct 25
French government survives second no-confidence vote French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu's government survived a second vote of no confidence in the National Assembly. Europe • 16 Oct 25
French PM to suspend Macron's flagship pension reform French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has promised to suspend a landmark pension reform until after the 2027 election, sacrificing one of President Emmanuel Macron's legacy achievements to ensure the government's survival. World • 14 Oct 25
French PM to suspend Macron's flagship pension reform French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has promised to suspend a landmark pension reform until after the 2027 election, sacrificing one of President Emmanuel Macron's legacy achievements to ensure the government's survival. World • 14 Oct 25
France's president unveils new cabinet lineup France's President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a new government, after marathon talks to cobble together a cabinet and prevent the country from slipping deeper into a political crisis. World • 12 Oct 25
France's president unveils new cabinet lineup France's President Emmanuel Macron has unveiled a new government, after marathon talks to cobble together a cabinet and prevent the country from slipping deeper into a political crisis. World • 12 Oct 25
French PM urges end to 'ridiculous spectacle' Reappointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has urged France's political parties to work together to put an end to the "ridiculous spectacle" seen in recent days, as he faces a Monday deadline to present a budget. France • 11 Oct 25
French PM urges end to 'ridiculous spectacle' Reappointed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu has urged France's political parties to work together to put an end to the "ridiculous spectacle" seen in recent days, as he faces a Monday deadline to present a budget. France • 11 Oct 25
France's political uncertainty hitting confidence, growth France's political uncertainty is costing the country at least 0.2 percentage points of economic growth and risks further sapping business and consumer confidence, central bank chief Francois Villeroy de Galhau said today. Business • 10 Oct 25
France's political uncertainty hitting confidence, growth France's political uncertainty is costing the country at least 0.2 percentage points of economic growth and risks further sapping business and consumer confidence, central bank chief Francois Villeroy de Galhau said today. Business • 10 Oct 25
Paris stock market sinks after new Prime Minister resigns The Paris stock market slipped and France's borrowing costs spiked today as Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned after less than a month in office, plunging the country into further political turmoil. Business • 06 Oct 25
Paris stock market sinks after new Prime Minister resigns The Paris stock market slipped and France's borrowing costs spiked today as Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu resigned after less than a month in office, plunging the country into further political turmoil. Business • 06 Oct 25
Shein plans first permanent stores in France Online fast-fashion retailer Shein plans to open its first bricks-and-mortar shops in France in November under an agreement with department store owner Société des Grands Magasins, a move that sparked criticism from French retailers. Business • 02 Oct 25
Shein plans first permanent stores in France Online fast-fashion retailer Shein plans to open its first bricks-and-mortar shops in France in November under an agreement with department store owner Société des Grands Magasins, a move that sparked criticism from French retailers. Business • 02 Oct 25
Nicolas Sarkozy: From palace to prison Nicolas Sarkozy entered the Elysee Palace in 2007, boasting hyperactive energy and a vision to transform France, but lost office after just one term and the ex-president is now set to go to prison in a spectacular downfall. World • 25 Sep 25
Nicolas Sarkozy: From palace to prison Nicolas Sarkozy entered the Elysee Palace in 2007, boasting hyperactive energy and a vision to transform France, but lost office after just one term and the ex-president is now set to go to prison in a spectacular downfall. World • 25 Sep 25
Sarkozy given five-year sentence over Libyan dealings Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has been given a five-year prison sentence after he was found guilty by a Paris court of criminally conspiring with Libya over illegal campaign financing. World • 25 Sep 25
Sarkozy given five-year sentence over Libyan dealings Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has been given a five-year prison sentence after he was found guilty by a Paris court of criminally conspiring with Libya over illegal campaign financing. World • 25 Sep 25
Ardonagh Europe buys France's Groupe Leader Insurance Ardonagh Europe, part of The Ardonagh Group and headquartered in Dublin, has agreed a deal to buy France's Groupe Leader Insurance. Business • 22 Sep 25
Ardonagh Europe buys France's Groupe Leader Insurance Ardonagh Europe, part of The Ardonagh Group and headquartered in Dublin, has agreed a deal to buy France's Groupe Leader Insurance. Business • 22 Sep 25
After France tries to cut public holidays, Italy adds one Just weeks after debt-laden France proposed axing two public holidays, Italy is proposing to add a new one in honour of Saint Francis and the pope who took his name. Business • 18 Sep 25
After France tries to cut public holidays, Italy adds one Just weeks after debt-laden France proposed axing two public holidays, Italy is proposing to add a new one in honour of Saint Francis and the pope who took his name. Business • 18 Sep 25
French unions strike against austerity, pressuring Macron Hundreds of thousands of people have taken part in anti-austerity protests across France, urging the government to acknowledge their anger and scrap looming budget cuts. Europe • 18 Sep 25
French unions strike against austerity, pressuring Macron Hundreds of thousands of people have taken part in anti-austerity protests across France, urging the government to acknowledge their anger and scrap looming budget cuts. Europe • 18 Sep 25
Fitch downgrades crisis-strained France to A+ Credit rating agency Fitch has downgraded France's sovereign credit score to the country's lowest level on record, stripping the euro zone's second-largest economy of its AA- status as it grapples with political crisis and ballooning debt. Business • 15 Sep 25
Fitch downgrades crisis-strained France to A+ Credit rating agency Fitch has downgraded France's sovereign credit score to the country's lowest level on record, stripping the euro zone's second-largest economy of its AA- status as it grapples with political crisis and ballooning debt. Business • 15 Sep 25
France examining social media ban for children under 15 A French parliamentary commission probing the psychological effects of TikTok recommends banning social media for children under 15 and adopting a "digital curfew" for 15- to 18-year-olds, according to a report World • 11 Sep 25
France examining social media ban for children under 15 A French parliamentary commission probing the psychological effects of TikTok recommends banning social media for children under 15 and adopting a "digital curfew" for 15- to 18-year-olds, according to a report World • 11 Sep 25
