World Feb 22 How the decision to host Olympic surfing in this Tahitian town could affect local life, environment The village of Teahupo'o in French Polynesia will host the 2024 Paris Olympics surfing competition, a decision that has thrust unprecedented challenges onto a small community that has long cherished and strives to protect its way of life.
World Apr 20 Continued anger at retirement age change fuels further protests in France Hundreds of protesters opposed to the law raising the retirement age from 62 to 64 have demonstrated in a small town in southern France during a visit by President Emmanuel Macron.
World Dec 17 Afghans push through snowy Alps toward new lives in Europe The Afghan exodus that some feared would flood Europe with migrants after the Taliban swept to power hasn't materialized. Only the hardiest, most driven and most resourceful exiles make it that far.
World Aug 18 Wildfire raging near French Riviera kills 2, injures 27 A wildfire near the French Riviera killed two people and was burning out of control Wednesday in the forests of the popular region, fueled by wind and drought.
Health Sep 11 COVID beds fill up as virus pressure builds in French hotspot It's a small ward in a mid-sized hospital in France, but what's happening reflects growing pressure on medical facilities across France as infections again rise.