Against all odds, Lucas Pouille, currently ranked at an unassuming No. 675 in the world, staged a triumphant return at this year’s French Open. After a turbulent period away from the court battling personal struggles, his victory sent a wave of inspiration throughout the crowd, culminating in an unforgettable group …
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Read More »Arsenal set to move for versatile French star as part of defensive shake-up: report
Arsenal are looking at bringing in a versatile French defender to their squad in a bid to improve cover at the back. The Gunners were flying high in the Premier League until an injury to William Saliba somewhat derailed their campaign. The young centre-back was taken off against Sporting with …
Read More »Two French citizens leave Iran after release from prison: Paris
Tehran says the release of Bernard Phelan and Benjamin Briere, jailed for alleged spying, is a ‘humanitarian action’. Iran has released two French citizens, Bernard Phelan and Benjamin Briere, from a prison in the northeastern city of Mashhad, according to French President Emmanuel Macron. “We will continue to work towards …
Read More »Unspoilt and snowclad: the perfect Easter skiing spot in the French Alps
I was crossing a steep-sided valley in the Vanoise national park in the French Alps by car when something in the sky caught my eye. My brain, unable to process what the huge black raggedy-looking thing could be, jumped to the conclusion it must be a drone, trailing a bin …
Read More »‘It’s still as beautiful as ever’: the changing face of the French Alps
The Glacier du Tour sits on top of the mountain like a cresting wave frozen in time. From the nursery slopes of La Vormaine, to a soundtrack of playful shrieks, laughter and skis swishing through the slush, I admire its blueish hue and jagged blocks of ice, while lamenting how …
Read More »A French photographer offers an unexpected view of the United States — through its many strip clubs
Written by Megan C. Hills, CNN Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs. From Miami to Los …
Read More »Kylian Mbappe become’s PSG’s all-time top scorer with 201st goal for French champions
Kylian Mbappe has become Paris Saint-Germain’s all-time top scorer at the age of just 24 after netting his 201st goal for the French champions. Mbappe scored in added time to wrap up a 4-2 win over Nantes at the Parc des Princes and with it, the France forward surpassed Edinson …
Read More »What’s behind the French leader’s visit to central Africa?
From: Inside Story France has already announced it’s scaling down its military presence on the African continent. French President Emmanuel Macron is visiting four nations in central Africa. He’s hoping to regain influence on a continent where the former colonial power now faces competition from other nations, notably China and …
Read More »Burkina Faso’s military government demands French troops leave the country within one month | CNN
CNN — The military government of Burkina Faso has demanded the departure of French troops from the country, according to the government press agency Agence d’Information du Burkina (AIB). France has exactly one month to remove its troops from Burkina Faso, according to the terms of the 2018 agreement, AIB …
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