France recent 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 number of asylum seekers in France. The law would make it easier to deport migrants who do not have a valid claim for asylum. (Source: BBC News)
• The French government has also announced plans to increase the minimum wage for young people and to introduce a new tax on large companies to fund social programs. (Source: The Guardian)

Economy

• France's economy has grown by 0.4% in the second quarter of 2022, according to official figures. This is slower than expected, but still indicates a recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. (Source: Reuters)
• The French government has announced plans to invest €10 billion in the country's rail network over the next five years. (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 COVID-19 vaccination mandates. (Source: The New York Times)
• The French government has announced plans to introduce a new law aimed at reducing gender-based violence. The law would make it easier for victims to report abuse and would increase penalties for perpetrators. (Source: The Guardian)

Culture

• The Louvre Museum in Paris has announced plans to open a new wing dedicated to Islamic art. The wing will feature a collection of over 1,000 works of art from the Middle East and North Africa. (Source: The Art Newspaper)
• The French film industry has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, with several French films winning awards at international festivals. (Source: Variety)

Sports

• The French national football team has qualified for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. (Source: BBC Sport)
• The Tour de France, one of the most famous cycling races in the world, took place in July and was won by Tadej Pogačar of Slovenia. (Source: The Guardian)

Environment

• France has announced plans to ban the sale of new gasoline-powered cars by 2040. The government hopes to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve air quality. (Source: The Guardian)
• The French government has also announced plans to invest €100 million in renewable energy projects over the next five years. (Source: Le Monde)