BANKING: Cantona’s ‘clumsy’ cash call highlights real issues in banking
Footballer Eric Cantona is calling on individuals to bring down the banking sector by withdrawing all their money. It may not bring down the banks, but it certainly highlights that something’s wrong, an economist tells FRANCE 24. Read More
WEATHER: Latest European air and rail interruptions, travel updates
Heavy snowfall and below-freezing temperatures continued to disrupt travel across northern Europe on Thursday. FRANCE 24 brings you the latest information. Read More
FRANCE: ‘He was not subservient to America’: De Gaulle as seen from abroad
As France marks Charles de Gaulle’s fortieth death anniversary, FRANCE 24 spoke with a US historian about the French statesman’s legacy and international image. Read More
FRANCE: Fearing shortages, the French rush to fill up at petrol stations
Fearing a fuel shortage due to the ongoing strikes against pension reform, many French motorists are rushing to petrol stations to fill up. FRANCE 24 reports from Paris’ 15th arrondissement. Read More
FRANCE: EU to launch legal action against France over Roma
EU Justice Commissioner Viviane Reding has told FRANCE 24 that Brussels will launch legal proceedings against France for breaching EU rules on freedom of movement during the country’s much criticised crackdown on Roma communities. Read More
FRANCE: FRANCE 24 fined for violating privacy over Sarkozy affair rumour
A Paris court on Friday fined FRANCE 24 €3,000 for violating the privacy of French pop singer Benjamin Biolay by publicising rumours that he was having an affair with the wife of French President Nicolas Sarkozy, Carla Bruni-Sarkozy (right). Read More