France Admits Colonial

Digne: France out for revenge against Italy

France will be out to avenge their defeat from earlier this year when they take on Italy in a UEFA Nations League clash at the San Siro in Milan on Sunday, defender Lucas Digne said.

Sports - ESPN - November 16

France boss concerned for players' mental health

France manager Didier Deschamps has expressed concern over the growing mental stresses his players face with the congested football calendar and accentuated exposure via social media.

Sports - ESPN - November 17

Gisèle Pelicot’s Sons Tell of a ‘Devastated’ Family at Rape Trial in France

The men appeared in court, addressing their father, who admits to having drugged their mother over years and inviting dozens of men to rape her while she was unconscious.

World - The New York Times - November 18

Gaetz Ethics Report Blocked, and the Trial That’s Horrified France

Plus, a $6.2 million piece of fruit.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 21

Steelmaker ArcelorMittal to close two plants in France: unions

World - Yahoo News - 4 days ago

The 50 Others Accused in France’s Pelicot Rape Trial

Dominique Pelicot invited men to rape his wife, whom he had drugged. The French media call them “Mr. Every Man” because they come from such ordinary backgrounds.

Top stories - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Is France heading for a Greek-style debt crisis?

Investors have been rattled by political paralysis and parlous public finances

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

France should heed the ‘grumpy mum’ warnings on debt

The convergence of French yields with Greece’s is a reality check

Business - Financial Times - 17 hours ago

Chad Ends Longtime Military Partnership With France

The decision by Chad is another blow to what remained of France’s military influence in the troubled stretch of countries below the Sahara, where Russia’s influence has been growing.

World - The New York Times - 7 minutes ago