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Macron and Carney to visit French islands after Trump's map post
The leaders of France and Canada will next week visit France's North Atlantic territory of Saint-Pierre-and-Miquelon to underscore their support for national borders in the face of Donald Trump's territorial ambitions, Paris said on Sunday....
Céline Dion returns to stage for first Paris show: 'I want to sing for you, to sing about life'
With a controlled voice and a relatively understated show, the Québécois star delighted the 30,000 spectators at the Plenitude Arena just outside the French capital with a 25-song set over two hours and 15 minutes. It was her first concert in six years....
Céline Dion returns to the stage with emotional Paris comeback show
Dion went on to perform some of her most celebrated and iconic hits, including "My Heart Will Go On" and "Because You Loved Me," drawing praise from fans and critics alike....
'Céline Dion's arrival in Paris rekindles a sense of national unity in France'
Although France has not always welcomed her with open arms, the Québécois star now inspires admiration. The use of her songs, especially in cinema, reflects a kind of universality, writes essayist Valentin Grimaud, author of 'Céline Dion: Vestale' ('Céline Dion: Vestal Virgin')....
25 French jihadists held in Iraq appeal to EU human rights court for repatriation
The Islamic State group members had been quietly transferred from Syria to Iraq, where they could face the death penalty. Their lawyers say Paris's refusal to prosecute them in France undermines the rule of law and opens to arbitrary decisions by the authorities....
'A legend': Celine Dion poised for emotional comeback in Paris
Celine Dion is set to make her long-awaited return to the stage in Paris on Saturday evening after years battling a rare neurological disorder, with fans counting down the hours until showtime....
Are influencers out of touch? Their followers are starting to think so
Like many content creators, French YouTuber Léna Situations has faced harsh criticism that she seems out of touch. Over the past 10 years, she has gone from being the best friend of her followers to a superstar. She recently hosted a live spectacle in front of some 20,000 people ...
'The protection of Paris's iconic zinc rooftops is now putting undue strain on the city's livability'
The ability to shelter from the heat has become a key component of a home's value. The situation in the French capital – with its top-floor apartments that have become unlivable – is a case in point, writes Dominique Naert, a civil engineering and sustainable building expert....
Céline Dion's 'giant karaoke' brings together Paris fans in song
On the eve of the first in a series of 16 concerts by the Québécois superstar in the French capital, nearly 10,000 people gathered at Place de la Bataille-de-Stalingrad in the 19th arrondissement and shared a communal and euphoric moment....
Casting call in Paris for stylish middle-aged men
The final series of the Netflix series Emily in Paris is looking for extras for scenes in the centre of the capital - specifically 'stylish' men aged between 40 and 60....
In Paris, Jay-Z marks 30 years in music with dazzling precision and relentless energy
Pharrell Williams and Justin Timberlake joined the American rapper on stage for a two-hour concert featuring tracks from his 13 albums.
What is BAPS, the Indian organization whose Eiffel Tower visit caused a strike?
Female employees of the Paris landmark were allegedly sidelined at the request of the conservative religious group, leading to a strike and temporary closure. The Hindu organization has recently inaugurated a temple in France....