France
French officials see foreign interference behind deadly riots in New Caledonia
Azerbaijan had invited separatists from the French territories last year, resulting in a group whose stated aim is to support “French liberation and anti-colonialist movements”.
- by Chris Zappone
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Australians trapped after France declares state of emergency in New Caledonia
Armed forces are protecting New Caledonia’s two airports and port after a third night of violent riots that have killed four people.
- by Kirsty Needham and Camille Raynaud
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Four dead in New Caledonia riots, France declares state of emergency
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the federal government was closely monitoring the situation and urged Australians to stay safe.
- by Kirsty Needham, Juliette Jabkhiro and Augustin Turpin
Gunmen stage deadly ambush to free drug dealer ‘The Fly’, manhunt under way in France
The brazen morning attack at a toll booth in northern France underlines the growing threat of drug crime across Europe, the world’s No.1 cocaine market.
- by Gabriel Stargardter and Dominique Vidalon
The Camino is famous for miracles. It transformed this actor
On the Spanish path that pilgrims have walked for more than 1000 years, Australian actor Chris Haywood experienced a life-changing moment while shooting a new film.
- by Helen Pitt
Hawaii’s ‘famous macadamia nuts’ threatened by cheaper, undisclosed Australian imports
Macadamia nut trees are native to Australia and were introduced to Hawaii in 1881 by a Scotsman. The nut has since become synonymous with Hawaii.
- by Audrey McAvoy
Reborn icon: One of France’s most famous hotels still has star power
The newly refreshed Carlton is the most famous hotel in the south of France.
- by Lee Tulloch
Sparkling wine is just one of the highlights of Champagne, France
Champagne tours and tastings are an obvious must-do, but you can also explore the countryside by bike, learn how to cook French cuisine and indulge at a luxury wellness spa.
- by Ellen Connolly
English wines are set to take over from French and Australian, scientists say
Rising temperatures are set to make traditional wine regions unsuitable for production and places not known for wine could squeeze out today’s leaders.
- by Marc Walker
Shrinkflation at your supermarket? France has an answer for that
The practice of downsizing products without downsizing their prices has enraged shoppers in Australia, Britain, the US and elsewhere. France says it’s a scam.
- by Liz Alderman
Move over, Melbourne: Here’s how Paris does laneway culture
Hidden in plain sight, the covered arcades of the French capital are full of old-world charm, intrigue, restaurants and art.
- by Steve McKenna