Parisians Swim in the Seine After 100-Year Ban
In a stunning environmental turnaround, Parisians are swimming in the River Seine for the first time in 100 years. Discover the monumental clean-up effort behind this historic moment.
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France Burns: Macron's Reforms Spark Nationwide Fury
France descends into chaos as President Macron's controversial reforms trigger violent nationwide protests. Cities burn, infrastructure is crippled, and the nation faces a severe political crisis. In-depth analysis of the unrest and its implications.
French Farmers Blockade Highways and Ports in Major Protest
French farmers intensify protests, blockading major roads and the key port of Saint-Nazaire in a dramatic stand against EU regulations and rising costs, causing widespread disruption.
Macron in Peril: Faces Impeachment Calls as France Spirals
France is gripped by political turmoil as President Emmanuel Macron faces calls to resign or be impeached following his Prime Minister's shock exit. The nation braces for nationwide strikes and fears of a new 'insurrection'.
French PM survives no-confidence vote over pension fury
French Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne narrowly survives a no-confidence vote triggered by her use of constitutional powers to force through deeply unpopular pension reforms, plunging President Macron's government into political turmoil.
England faces flood threat while still in drought, warn forecasters
The Environment Agency issues a stark warning as forecasts predict potential autumn floods while the country remains in a state of drought, creating a paradoxical and dangerous weather scenario.
Cocaine Driver Jailed for Killing Jogger Lawyer in France
A British lawyer's French holiday ends in tragedy after a driver high on cocaine mows her down. Her husband's desperate attempts to save her life failed. Read the heartbreaking tribute and the court's verdict.
France Strikes: September Flight & Train Travel Chaos
Travellers heading to France this September are being warned of severe disruption as a massive 'Bloquons Tout' strike is set to cripple the country's transport networks, including flights and rail services.
Marseille Knife Rampage: Multiple Injured in Attack
A violent knife attack in central Marseille has left several people wounded. French police have launched a major operation following the stabbing spree near the city's iconic Old Port.
Our Epic 1,500-Mile Family Road Trip Through France
Join one family's epic 1,500-mile French road trip adventure. Discover their top tips for driving from Calais to the Riviera, must-see stops, and how to keep everyone happy on the long journey.
British woman fined £1700 in France for her cat's miaows
A British woman living in France has been ordered to pay a staggering £1,700 fine after a court ruled her cat's miaows were a 'repeated nuisance' to neighbours. The bizarre legal battle highlights extreme noise nuisance laws on the continent.
France rejects US advice on tackling antisemitism
French ministers firmly reject US suggestions on tackling antisemitism, asserting the nation's republican model and legal framework are sufficient. The diplomatic stance highlights a deepening transatlantic divide on strategy.
France's €19 Train Pass Revealed: Travel Occitania Cheaply
Travellers can now explore southern France's stunning Occitania region for just €19 per journey with a new cheap train ticket scheme, making luxury holidays affordable.
Green Party Leadership Race: Battle for UK Environmentalism
As the Green Party's leadership contest heats up, three distinct visions for the party's future are emerging. Discover the candidates vying to shape UK environmental policy and the internal struggle between pragmatism and principle.
Government's Secret Climate Plan Sparks Outrage
Exclusive: Defra's controversial decision to withhold its climate adaptation strategy from public scrutiny raises serious concerns about government transparency and environmental commitment.
Storm Babet Hero: Environment Agency Officer Dies on Duty
The Environment Agency confirms the tragic death of Paul Suffolk, a dedicated officer who lost his life while protecting communities from devastating Storm Babet floods in Nottinghamshire.
Windermere pollution: Bacteria levels spark health fears
Recent tests reveal dangerous bacteria levels in Lake Windermere, raising serious health and environmental concerns. Authorities urge immediate action.
Windermere sewage contamination crisis revealed
The largest survey of its kind finds dangerous sewage bacteria polluting most of Windermere, raising serious health and environmental concerns.
Climate activist wins pipeline protest appeal
French environmental campaigner Mylène Vialard has successfully overturned her conviction for protesting against a controversial gas pipeline project in the UK, marking a significant victory for climate activists.
Sharkey slams Environment Agency over water pollution
Former Undertones frontman and clean water campaigner Feargal Sharkey accuses the Environment Agency of failing to protect England's rivers from sewage pollution, as legal action looms.
Reeves unveils Labour's green construction plan
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlines Labour's ambitious environmental policies to revolutionise UK construction and infrastructure, balancing economic growth with sustainability.
River Avon gets top environmental protection status
The River Avon has been designated as a Highly Protected Water Area (HPWA), marking a significant step in conservation efforts to safeguard its biodiversity and water quality.
Thames Water Crisis: Labour Demands Environmental Action
Labour's Steve Reed demands action from the Environment Agency and Natural England over Thames Water's environmental failures, warning of severe risks to ecosystems and public health.
Antibiotics: The Fossil Fuels of Medicine?
Discover the surprising similarities between antibiotics and fossil fuels, and why their overuse threatens our future.
UK considers ban on single-use vapes
The UK government considers banning disposable vapes due to environmental concerns, as millions are discarded improperly each week.
Plastic pollution treaty talks end in failure
International negotiations for a landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution have collapsed, leaving environmentalists frustrated as nations fail to reach consensus.
Davey faces backlash over Cambridge water crisis
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey is under fire for his role in the Cambridge water shortage crisis, with the Environment Agency now investigating potential regulatory breaches.
Trump allies push oil-funded anti-environment bill
Republican lawmakers, backed by Donald Trump, are under fire for advancing a controversial bill that rolls back environmental protections, with critics pointing to millions in donations from fossil fuel giants.
Cambridge demands action as Environment Agency fails on pollution
Cambridge locals and Liberal Democrat leader Ed Davey slam the Environment Agency for inaction on pollution, urging immediate reforms to protect communities and wildlife.
Glencore's coal mine expansion threatens koalas
Plans to expand a Queensland coal mine by Glencore could devastate local koala populations, sparking outrage among conservationists. Experts warn of irreversible damage to the ecosystem.
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