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Scientists Have Made French Fry Breakthrough
Researchers have developed a method of making french fries that results in a healthier bite without sacrificing crispiness.
French Nutrition Expert Targeted by Health Deepfakes
Deepfake videos impersonating Serge Hercberg stayed online for days despite multiple reports, exposing gaps in platform moderation and risks to patient trust.
WME keeps shrinking, selling sports agency for $500 million
In its latest move to shrink its portfolio of companies, WME is selling its sports agency 160over90. French company Publicis Groupe will acquire it for $500 million.
Danone bets on bottled-water as health trends reshape drink choices
Danone said on Thursday rising health awareness among consumers in Britain and France is driving a shift from sugary drinks to bottled water, boosting sales of the French consumer goods giant's brands like Evian.
WME Sells 160over90 Sports Advertising Agency to Publicis
The French advertising giant will acquire the marketing agency to expand its sports business.
Monaco’s Folarin Balogun attracting Premier League interest
After two sub-par seasons at the Principality, Folarin Balogun (24) has grown in stature at AS Monaco in recent months and he could now be set for a departure, according to a report from L’Équipe....
Maghnes Akliouche set for summer exit from Monaco
Maghnes Akliouche (24) had looked set to depart AS Monaco last summer. However, the France international ultimately remained with his formative club, but he is now expected to depart at the end of the...
Sports paper reveals figures! These are the Bundesliga top earners
French sports newspaper L'Équipe today estimated the gross salaries of the highest-paid Bundesliga players and coaches. Who do you think makes the most money per month? Coaches2. Kasper Hjulmand (Le...
Faced with Trump's attacks on research, French scientists urge vigilance
On Thursday, March 26, the Stand Up for Science collective condemned the Trump administration's attacks on research and academic freedom. They also warned of the risks of these actions spreading to Europe and France.
500-million-year-old spider relative has claws where it shouldn’t
‘Megachelicerax cousteaui’ is named for French explorer Jacques Cousteau.
Who Gets to Do Science?
Who Gets to Do Science?: A neuroscientist who spent the last decade tearing down the class, race, and language barriers that keep people like him out of research
Labels, Logistics And Legacy: The New Business Of Old French Wine Families
Centuries‑old French domaines are redesigning labels, reshaping portfolios and rethinking exports so the next generation can thrive in the international wine market.
Cole's French Dip closing after 118 years of business
After going back and forth since their closure announcement last summer, Cole’s French Dip announced they are closing for good. This video was broadcast on the NBC4 News at 7 a.m. on March 29, 2026.
Zinedine Zidane has agreement in place to return to management
Without naming names, President of the French Football Federation (FFF) Philippe Diallo came close to confirming what has been an open secret for some time. Zinedine Zidane is closing in on his long-a...
Maxence Lacroix ‘dreams’ about playing at the 2026 World Cup
His first selection for the French national team has barely sunk in, yet Maxence Lacroix (25) is already looking ahead to his future with Les Bleus. With, of course, the World Cup firmly in his sights...
Hydrogen-powered business jet edges closer to certification
If you've ever hankered after a hydrogen-powered business jet, your wait might not be much longer. French aerospace startup Beyond Aero's BYA-I One aircraft has completed its Preliminary Design Review, pushing it along the path to certification.
PS5, PS5 Pro, PS Portal Consoles Might Be About to Get Substantially More Expensive
According to a French content creator with retail sources, Sony might be about to announce substantial price hikes across the PS5 family.
Offshore wind projects suffer blow under Trump administration
The Trump administration has agreed to pay a French company nearly $1 billion to drop its plans for wind farms.
Arsenal exploring blockbuster summer move for PSG’s Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Arsenal are exploring a blockbuster summer move for PSG winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia (25), according to The Independent’s Miguel Delaney. The winger has proved an immediate hit for Les Parisiens o...
Bayern Munich reject speculation regarding Michael Olise’s future
Whilst questions have recently been raised about Michael Olise’s (24) future at Bayern Munich, the club – through the voices of their CEO Jan-Christian Dreesen and sporting director Max Eberl – ...
Orlando City signs Antoine Griezmann in landmark MLS move
Orlando City has completed one of the most significant signings in Major League Soccer history, confirming the arrival of Antoine Griezmann from Atlético de Madrid.The French forward will join the cl...
French Business-Activity Gauge Hits Five-Month Low on Iran
French business activity declined at the fastest pace since October as the Iran war threatens to derail the country’s economic revival.
French Business Lobby Doesn’t See Inflation Surging on Iran War
France’s largest business lobby, Medef, doesn’t see inflation surging because of the Iran war, the organization’s chief said on Tuesday.
Trump administration to pay French company $1B to walk away from US offshore wind leases
The Department of Interior says a French energy company has agreed to give up two U.S. offshore wind leases and invest in fossil fuel projects instead.
'A towering figure in French politics': reactions to Lionel Jospin's death pour in
Lionel Jospin, Socialist prime minister of France from 1997 to 2002, has died.
French Local Elections Are Yardstick for Far Right. Initial Results Are Mixed.
France’s municipal elections ended on Sunday evening. Full results were not expected for hours, but the first projections suggested the far right may not have made major gains.
How “Feeling Over Facts” Reshaped American Politics—from Gingrich to Trump
There was a moment in the 2016 presidential campaign that, in retrospect, sounds less like campaign chatter than something a post-modern French philosopher might have slipped into American politics.
Long-vacant city-owned lot on edge of French Quarter to become mixed-income apartment building
The design calls for three buildings with 50 apartments between Esplanade Avenue and Kerlerec Street.
The Homicide Upending French Politics
A recent killing of a neo-Nazi activist could bring France’s far-right party closer to power than it’s ever been.
Inside The Business of Beauty and Amazon Beauty’s Paris Dinner With Industry Leaders
Founders, C-Suite executives and creative leaders from brands including Augustinus Bader, L’Oréal, Louis Vuitton Beauty, Caudalie, Prada Beauty, Hermès, Sisley Paris and Vyrao Beauty joined The Business of Beauty and Amazon Beauty for dinner in the French capital.
Gaumont Posts Stable $172 Million Revenue for 2025 With Theatrical Business Up, but Big Losses Amid Animation Slowdown
Gaumont, the venerable French studio which recently turned 130, reported stable revenue at €150 million (€172 million) in 2025 but saw its losses soar by 153% to €19.5 million, challenged by declining library deals and showdown in animation commissions. But while its cinema business was down 23%, Gaumont saw its theatrical distribution activity skyrocket by …
The Best French Fries at Home, New Mexico Green Chile Stew, and Food Science With Chef Chris Young
Dave makes a version of New Mexico green chile stew for his friend, chef and scientist Chris Young. Chris also walks Dave through how to make the best french fries at home—from the freezer! Dave and Chris talk about their mindsets regarding the intersection of food and science, what they look for in restaurants now that they’re older, and taking creative risks.
Why Gene Hackman wasn't featured in the 'In Memoriam' segment at the 2026 Oscars
The 2026 Oscars didn't include Gene Hackman in its 'In Memoriam' segment on Sunday. Here's why.
Pope Leo addresses French Christian entrepreneurs business leaders
In a message sent for the centenary of the French Movement of Christian Entrepreneurs and Leaders (EDC), gathered in Lyon, France, Pope Leo XIV ...
French Health Startup Alan Valued Above €5 Billion After Raise
French health-insurance startup Alan has raised more than €100 million ($116 million) at a valuation above €5 billion, according to a company statement.
Health insurance startup Alan reaches €5B valuation
French health insurance startup Alan is now valued at €5 billion — approximately $5.83 billion, up from $4.5 billion in 2024.
Dassault Aviation unveils long-range Falcon 10X business jet
Dassault Aviation rolled out its latest long-range business jet, the Falcon 10X, on Tuesday, marking a key public milestone as the French planemaker challenges larger North American rivals at the top end of the luxury aircraft market.
Business receives mystery shipment containing 600 tubs of French onion dip
A business owner is trying to figure out why her company received 600 tubs of French onion dip.
Business receives mystery shipment containing 600 tubs of French onion dip
A business owner is trying to figure out why her company received 600 tubs of French onion dip.
Business receives mystery shipment containing 600 tubs of French onion dip
A business owner is trying to figure out why her company received 600 tubs of French onion dip.
The Global Politics of Kwame Nkrumah
Through Nkrumah’s story, Howard French charts the history of African decolonization and the American civil rights movement.
Exclusive | Activist Starboard Takes Big Stake in French-Fry Maker Lamb Weston
Starboard Value is pushing the company to speed up improvements and cost cutting to boost its underperforming stock.
On the French Riviera, a Sarkozy heir seeks to chart his own political path
In a French Riviera town nestled between the mountains, the Mediterranean and the Italian border, a disgraced former president's son is hoping to launch his political career with a new, untested brand of conservatism flecked with U.S. influence.
Thales profits boosted by defence business, avionics
PARIS, March 3 (Reuters) - French aerospace and technology firm Thales on Tuesday reported a slightly higher-than-expected annual core profit led by its main defence business and demand for avionics
Boise’s Amélies restaurant has 30 days to turn business around or close
A French-inspired restaurant in Boise is racing to stay open, with its owner saying the business has 30 days to turn things around or face closing.
The First Fascist Was French, Antisemitic, and … Neighbors With Teddy Roosevelt?
Marquis de Morès had a wild life—and a short one. That’s probably for the best.
Death in Lyon: the growing violence in French politics
The death of Quentin Deranque has revealed the violence within the anti-fascist movement, and shown how the Right are ‘shamefully exploiting’ this tragedy
A political killing risks tearing the French left apart – and the far right is taking full advantage
The fallout from the violent death of Quentin Deranque exposes Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s flaws – and leaves the wider left facing an impossible dilemma, says UCL professor of European politics, Philippe Marlière
EG Group agrees sale of French business to EG On The Move
Under the arrangement, EG On The Move had entered a put option to acquire around 260 sites in France.
France pushes back against MAGA political meddling
A French magistrate recently went public about how US envoys had tried to interfere in French national politics. Experts say it is clear that France is a target of disinformation strategies.
France resists as MAGA tries to get its grip on politics
A French magistrate recently went public about how US envoys had tried to interfere in French national politics. Experts say it is clear that France is a target of disinformation strategies.
France restricts US ambassador’s access to officials after summons no-show
US Ambassador sends embassy official in his place, his second time to skip a summons from the French Foreign Ministry.
French artist JR's installation will transform Paris' oldest bridge into a giant cave
French artist JR, popular for his large-scale projects from photographs to graffiti and street art, wants Parisians to do something unusual: stop for an immersive experience on the city’s oldest bridge, Pont Neuf.
Forget Le Pen. French politics has a new archvillain.
The far-right National Rally wants to build a firewall around the hard-left France Unbowed after the killing of Quentin Deranque.
French Business Activity Held Back by Manufacturing Dip
The contraction in French business activity eased this month but surprise weakness in the manufacturing sector weighed.
Macron calls on political extremes to clean house after activist’s killing
“There is no space in France for movements that adopt or legitimate violence,” French president says.
ESSEC Business School Signals Long-Term Commitment to India with Launch of Hub in Mumbai
This hub supports the development of a hybrid 'STEM-B' model with leading engineering school CentraleSupélec and strengthens ESSEC’s elite partnerships with premier Indian institutions.Mumbai, India, Feb. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- February 18th, 2026, Mumbai, India - ESSEC Business School, a global leader in management education, officially announced the opening of its hub in Mumbai today, in the presence of French President Emmanuel Macron. This strategic milestone coincides with the French
French far-left political party linked to far-right activist's killing says office evacuated over bomb threat
The far-left France Unbowed party says it evacuated its Paris office due to a bomb threat as 2 more people were detained over the killing of a far-right activist.
Everything you need to know about Skimo, the sport making its debut at the Winter Olympics
It’s around 102 years since the very first Winter Olympics were held in the French resort of Chamonix, but this year’s Games will be the first to feature the sport of skimo.
Macron urges calm after activist's death sparks political clash
French President Emmanuel Macron urged calm and restraint at the weekend after an activist died from injuries sustained during a beating, an incident that has become a political flashpoint.
Hiam Abbass Says 'Cinema Is A Political Act' After Berlin Row
The start of this year's Berlin Film Festival was marked by a row over how far film should venture into politics but for prominent French-Palestinian actor Hiam Abbass, "everything we do is a political act".
Is there a new comet? See latest discovery
French scientists discovered comet C/2026 A1 Jan. 13, currently approaching the sun. Here's what to know.
Paris says 'oui' to booming business of romantic proposals
STORY: This Texan couple have been dating for one year.And Josue Perales wanted extra special celebrations with his girlfriend Kayla Balboa. On a candlelit terrace, overlooking the Eiffel Tower, she says "yes".Balboa had always wanted a Paris proposal. "She's always been mentioning how...""This is my dream place.""This is her dream... well, here we are."To make sure every detail was perfect, Perales employed the help of a local marriage proposal planning agency.And he's not the only one.Paris is seeing a surge in demand for elaborate marriage proposals like this one.Thanks to social media, TV shows and events showcasing the "City of Love", the entire industry catering to love-struck couples willing to pay thousands for unforgettable moments is booming.Les Entremetteuses, or "The Matchmakers", helped Perales get his "yes".Founder Pauline Le Tendre says Valentine's Day is her "busiest day of the year."But she says she's busy all year round - after demand started growing in 2019, with a brief lull during the pandemic."Once the borders reopened, it steadily increased. After that, there were a couple of boosts with (the TV show) 'Emily in Paris,' the Paris Olympics also. We had a lot of work after the Games."The company's proposal packages start at 590 euros, or just under $700, for a proposal on the Seine river banks.The average spend can go up to $2,400 - with some clients spending more for extras, like performers.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Artem Martynov & Anastasia KalynaFor those wanting to splurge even more, Kiss Me in Paris has them covered.The agency says its clients typically spend an average of about $12,000 on their experiences - or as much as some $118,000.:: Kiss Me in Paris/Tuan Nguyen FilmsLuxurious proposals are choreographed in high-end hotels, aboard yachts on the Seine, or in authentic French chateaux."To just be able to, in your social circles, say, 'We got engaged in Paris,' is great, right? It has prestige, it has cachet." That's Cengiz Ozelsel, who co-founded Kiss Me in Paris with his wife Chantelle Marie Streete.They say bookings have more than doubled since 2015.While the more budget-friendly Oui Love Paris agency told Reuters, its bookings have quadrupled since 2020.For many planners, though, the payoff is more than just numbers."I absolutely love it because... people are inviting you into their lives at one of the most special times in their lives."
Non-alcoholic wine: a booming business searching for quality
Bertrand Degat, vineyard manager for French zero-alcohol wine producer French Bloom, winces visibly when recalling some of the criticism and snobbery he has encountered from his contemporaries.As the broader French wine sector undergoes a crisis, with some producers ripping up vines to plant olives or abricots, French Bloom and other non-alcoholic winemakers are booming.
Incyte selling downtown Wilmington properties
Less than two years after buying two downtown Wilmington properties known as Bracebridge I and III on 11th Street at King and French streets, Incyte Corporation announced on Wednesday afternoon,
France Digital Ad Spend Business Report 2026-2029: Google, Meta, and Amazon Dominate Spend, While Le Figaro, Le Monde, and Prisma Media Compete Through Local Content and Programmatic Alliances
In France, key digital ad market opportunities include the rise of retail media, driven by ecommerce integration, privacy-first targeting models adapting to European regulations, and the expansion of CTV and digital video. Growth is shaped by sustainability imperatives, programmatic maturation, and strategic partnerships. French Digital Ad Spend Market French Digital Ad Spend Market Dublin, Feb. 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "France Digital Ad Spend Market Size & Forecast by Spend Value Acros
Trump Wants to Revive Shipping. Investors Are Slow to Back Him.
A French logistics behemoth promised $20 billion for the United States, but a year into President Trump’s second term, only a fraction of the money has arrived.
Buzzworthy | Central Texas couple builds business around gourmet French toast
Al Hilal: an Al Ittihad legend blasts Karim Benzema
Al Hilal: an Al Ittihad legend blasts Karim BenzemaKarim Benzema signed with Al Hilal during this winter transfer window. But the Frenchman's move is viewed poorly at Al Ittihad.Arriving this winter a...
French prosecutors raid Paris office of Elon Musk’s X
Paris prosecutors said their cybercrime unit, with Europol support, searched the French office of Elon Musk’s X as part of an investigation opened last month.
French office of Elon Musk's X raided by Paris prosecutors
The search is being carried out by a cybercrime unit in relation to an investigation opened in January 2025, the Paris prosecutor's office said.
International companies cut off business in the U.S. because of ICE
French multinational Capgemini moved to distance itself “immediately” from ICE after criticism from French officials; a Canadian company has also canceled a sale to the agency.
French tech giant is divesting US subsidiary over ICE contract
Capgemini has come under pressure from French lawmakers and its trade union over a contract its subsidiary signed with ICE.
Photos: Krewe du Vieux parades in the cold
Krewe du Vieux paraded through the French Quarter on a freezing evening to the theme, "Save The Wet Glands.” Co-founder and CEO of Glass Half Full, Franziska Trautmann, reigned over the satirical parade with Glass Half Full co-founder Max Steitz as Royal Consort.
Apple Changes How You Order a Mac
Apple recently updated its online store with a new ordering process for Macs, including the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iMac, Mac mini, Mac Studio, and Mac Pro. There used to be a handful of standard configurations available for each Mac, but now you must configure a Mac entirely from scratch on a feature-by-feature basis. In other words, ordering a new Mac now works much like ordering an iPad. This change was spotted by Macworld and the French blog Consomac, among others.
From Nouvelle Vague to Mock the Week: your complete entertainment guide to the week ahead
Richard Linklater pens a love letter to the greats of French cinema, and the satirical panel show finds a new home
Trump to announce Federal Reserve chair nominee today; French economy slows
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news
Gossip: Brighton reject Dunk approach
Brighton have turned down an approach from Nottingham Forest for 34-year-old ex-England defender Lewis Dunk. Sky Sports) Brighton could see loan Brazilian defender Igor Julio coming back to the club in order for West Ham to follow through with deals on deals for Tottenham's Czech keeper Antonin Kinsky, 22, and Chelsea's French defender Axel Disasi. (Guardian)
PSG vs. Newcastle meet in high-stakes UCL showdown
The French giants will host the team coached by Eddie Howe for one of the key matches of Matchday 8
Veolia Expands US Hazardous Waste Business
French environmental services giant Veolia is expanding aggressively in the US, agreeing to buy Enviri’s hazardous waste unit for $3 billion and doubling its footprint here. As demand surges for clean water, PFAS cleanup, and sustainable solutions for AI data centers and manufacturing, Veolia CEO Estelle Brachlianoff joined Bloomberg Open Interest to talk about company's future. (Source: Bloomberg)
Marseille’s drug war reshapes France’s political battlefield
A surge in violence is dominating the mayoral contest as French politics gears up for next year’s presidential election.
ON Culture | A Full Dance Card of Performances, Films, Art and Entertainment
ON the Stage Our dance card is quite joyously full for the next few weeks, with hip hop from the French company Compagnie Hervé Koubi performing Sol
Reducing sodium in everyday foods may yield heart-health benefits across populations
Research Highlights: A study in France found that if sodium reduction targets focused on reducing salt in baguettes and other breads, they could lower daily salt intake by 0.35 grams per person and reduce national deaths by more than 1,000. A...
FYI BR: French cinema on LPB and 100 Strong Baton Rouge nonprofits
Knock Knock Children’s Museum’s I Have A Dream Day
He always delivers: Mbappé surpasses the 'real' Ronaldo
If Kylian Mbappé hadn’t become a footballer, he could easily have worked as a postman—he delivers that reliably. Right now, the Frenchman is simply Real’s life insurance. In the 2-0 win against...
How Macron's Davos sunglasses spoke to the politics of friction with Trump
French President Emmanuel Macron’s sunglasses became a sensation at the Davos gathering of world leaders
French Business Activity Falls as Budget Drama Curbs Demand
Business activity in France shrank for the first time since October as political turmoil over the country’s budget weighed on demand.
Ubisoft shares tumble after 'Assassin's Creed' creator unveils restructuring, cancels games
Shares in Ubisoft plunged on Thursday after the French video game publisher announced a sweeping reorganisation and said it would cancel six games.
Everton add Sunderland’s Wilson Isidor to extensive striker shortlist
Everton have added Sunderland’s Wilson Isidor to their extensive striker shortlist.According to the Mirror’s Ryan Taylor, the Toffees have made an ‘informal enquiry’ about the Frenchman’s av...
Ubisoft Shake-Up: Layoffs, Studio Closures Begin in Major Reorg; Six Games Canceled, Including ‘Prince of Persia’ Remake
After weeks of speculation following reported studio closures and rounds of layoffs, French video game publisher Ubisoft announced Wednesday it is launching a reorganization of the company
Moved to a small French village; big downsides, left after 2 years
My husband and I moved from a major city to a small French village. After two years, I accepted that the country wasn't a good fit for my lifestyle.
LVMH sells greater China retail business of its DFS group to CTG
French luxury group LVMH , the world's biggest, said on Monday that it has agreed to sell its DFS travel retail business in Hong Kong and Macau, as well as its intangible assets in greater China to China Tourism Group Duty Free Corp (CTG) , a Chinese travel retail operator.
Official | France schedule two friendly games before 2026 World Cup
France have scheduled two games before flying to their 2026 World Cup base camp in Boston, Massachusetts, the French FA has confirmed. The games will take place on Thursday, June 4 and Monday, June 8....
Le Pen's political fate hangs in the balance as French appeal begins
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen begins a crucial appeal in Paris this week that will determine whether she can run in the 2027 presidential election, after being barred from public office over a conviction for misusing EU funds.
Macron to Call Snap Election If Government Falls, Lescure Says
French President Emmanuel Macron would dissolve the National Assembly and call a snap election if his political foes toppled his government, Finance Minister Roland Lescure said.
San Francisco Zoo euthanizes lemur, penguin due to declining health
NASA- French SWOT Satellite Provides Global Estimate of River Discharge
Developed using data from the SWOT (Surface Water and Ocean Topography) satellite, this resource makes it possible to estimate river discharge, defined as the