France

Macron, Merkel meet in Paris to discuss world's crises, E.U. issues

By Sylvie Corbet, Associated Press

French President Emmanuel Macron has met with German Chancellor Angela Merkel in Paris to discuss international crises and European issues.

2015 Paris attacks suspect claims deaths of 130 people was 'nothing personal'

By Lori Hinnant, Associated Press

Nine Islamic State group gunmen and suicide bombers struck within minutes of one another at several locations around Paris on Nov. 13, 2015.

Paris terror trial opens for 20 accused in 2015 attacks

By Lori Hinnant, Nicolas Vaux-Montagny, Associated Press

Nine Islamic State group gunmen and suicide bombers struck within minutes of one another at several locations around Paris on Nov. 13, 2015, leaving 130 people dead and hundreds wounded.

French children are back to school, wearing masks

By Sylvie Corbet, Oleg Cetinic, Associated Press

They must wear a mask from age 6 as part of rules aimed at slowing down the spread of the virus in the country.

Wildfire raging near French Riviera kills 2, injures 27

By Daniel Cole, Sylvie Corbet, Associated Press

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.

France's virus pass is now required in restaurants, trains

By Sylvie Corbet, Associated Press

France took a big step into a post-pandemic future by requiring people to show a QR code proving they have a special virus pass before they can enjoy restaurants and cafes or travel across the country.

For 4th week, protesters in France decry virus pass rules

By Sylvie Corbet, Associated Press

Starting Monday, the pass will be required in France to access cafes, restaurants, long-distance travel and, in some cases, hospitals. It was already in place for cultural and recreational venues, including cinemas, concert halls, sports arenas and theme parks with…

French police clash with anti-virus pass protesters in Paris

By Associated Press

With virus infections spiking and hospitalizations rising, French lawmakers have passed a bill requiring the pass in most places as of Aug. 9. Polls show a majority of French support the pass, but some are adamantly opposed.

5 Stories: Florida's deadly red tide, passport renewal delays and other stories you missed

By Deema Zein, Julia Griffin

Florida grapples with a deadly red tide, chefs push back against gas stove bans and eager travelers face long delays when renewing passports. Check out these stories and others you might have missed on this week's episode of 5 Stories.

French protesters reject virus passes, vaccine mandate

By Associated Press

Marchers included far-right politicians and activists as well as others angry at President Emmanuel Macron. They were upset over a French “health pass” that is now required to enter museums, movie theaters and tourist sites.