France news

Here are some recent news stories from France:

Politics

• Emmanuel Macron's government has announced plans to introduce a new law aimed at reducing the country's carbon footprint. The law would require companies to pay a carbon tax on their emissions and would also increase the minimum wage for low-income workers. (Source: BBC News)
• The French government has also announced plans to increase the country's military spending by 10% in 2023, in response to growing security concerns in the region. (Source: The Guardian)

Economy

• France's economy has grown by 0.4% in the third quarter of 2022, according to official figures. This is a slower pace of growth than expected, but still indicates that the country is recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: Reuters)
• The French government has announced plans to invest €10 billion in the country's digital sector over the next five years, in an effort to boost economic growth and create new jobs. (Source: Le Monde)

Society

• France has seen a surge in anti-vaccination protests in recent weeks, with thousands of people taking to the streets to protest against the country's COVID-19 vaccination program. (Source: The New York Times)
• The French government has announced plans to introduce a new law aimed at reducing the country's high levels of air pollution. The law would require companies to reduce their emissions by 10% by 2025. (Source: The Guardian)

Culture

• The Louvre Museum in Paris has announced plans to open a new wing dedicated to the art of the Middle Ages. The wing will feature works by artists such as Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. (Source: The Art Newspaper)
• The French film industry has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, with films such as "Amélie" and "The Intouchables" becoming international hits. (Source: The Hollywood Reporter)

Sports

• The French national football team has qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, after defeating Ukraine 3-1 in a playoff match. (Source: BBC Sport)
• The Tour de France, one of the most famous cycling races in the world, will take place in France from July 1-24, 2022. (Source: Le Tour de France)