The U.S. Embassy in France is warning Americans to steer clear of violent protests as unrest sparked curfews and raised concerns about travel disruptions across the country. The riots — fueled by a range of grievances, including rising living costs and mass migration — have been reported across France, with protests reported in cities including … Read more
Attention shoppers: That bargain designer bag might be a literal steal. The trendy resale platform Vinted is allegedly scrambling to scrub its designer goods section after an influx of suspicious listings — which are believed to be luxury loot from the recent French riots. A Bloomberg report says the site has “seen an influx of … Read more
Every major hotel group is rolling out the red carpet for AI. They plan to save a few bucks by automating your stay and turning the concierge into a cyborg. But a handful of hotels are giving chatbots the boot and doubling down on the human touch. “We’ve all had those experiences where you’re yelling … Read more
Disneyland Paris was forced to slam its gates shut to last-minute visitors after both theme parks completely sold out, leaving hopeful vacationers stranded outside. Last-minute parkgoers looking for same-day passes were turned away on Saturday, Oct. 3, as massive crowds packed into Disneyland Park and the newly revamped Disney Adventure World. Fan site ED92 reported … Read more
As the lights of their small bakery flicker on in the early morning darkness, Kevin and Sandrine Luce’s oven is already cranked up to 270 degrees Celsius (518 degrees Fahrenheit) to give their latest batch of baguettes a crunchy crust. When the couple first fired up the oven in their store in Saint-Just-en-Chaussée, a small … Read more
They’re turning it into Mont Brown. French authorities are imposing a ban on Mont Blanc day trippers after noticing a surge in tourists defecating on site, feeding wildlife, and making unreasonable demands. “Faced with these excesses, we are showing that the ‘anything goes’ approach is over,” Jean-Marc Peillex, the mayor of Saint-Gervais and president of … Read more
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Her heart is continuing to go on. On Saturday, Sept. 12, Céline Dion launched her emotional 26-concert residency at Paris’ 45,000-seat Plentitude Arena. The gig, her first full show since … Read more
The South of France used to radiate an effortless je ne sais quoi. Today, it’s radiating content creation. Once synonymous with understated glamour, Brigitte Bardot-era beach clubs and impossibly chic Europeans escaping the spotlight, St. Tropez has become the latest victim of overtourism, influencer culture, and luxury brands chasing viral visibility. Summer is always a … Read more
ARLINGTON, Texas — The stars once again came out at AT&T Stadium on Tuesday for the blockbuster semifinal of the World Cup between Spain and France. Once again, Oscar-winning couple and ardent Spain supporters Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem were in attendance and among the first to arrive as their squad beat France 2-0 to … Read more
France faces Paraguay in the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup on July 4. While anything can happen in a World Cup match, it’s hard to see France losing this match, if only because of how great it has looked throughout the tournament to this point. Kylian Mbappe celebrates after scoring a goal … Read more
France star forward Ousmane Dembele made FIFA World Cup history during his team’s June 26 group-stage contest against Norway. Dembele scored three goals in the first half of Friday’s game. This marks the first time a player has scored a first-half hat trick in the World Cup since 1994, which is coincidentally the last time … Read more
A comment that Norway star striker Erling Haaland made about his team’s upcoming game June 26 against France raised eyebrows. Norway soccer star Erling Haaland might rest Friday during the World Cup match against France. AP Photo/Martin Meissner “Honestly, I don’t care too much [about the game against France] now. We’re through [to the knockout … Read more
When France won the 2018 World Cup, star forward Kylian Mbappe was the team’s 19-year-old phenom, and his spectacular performance during that tournament made him into a global superstar. Fast forward eight years and Mbappe has lived up to all the hype and then some, as he has been one of the world’s best soccer … Read more
It seems Stephen A. Smith isn’t dialed in on World Cup history. On ESPN’s “First Take” on Wednesday morning, during a panel discussion on the U.S. men’s national team’s mentality in the 2026 World Cup compared to years past, Smith brought up the French national team. “I’m wondering what France is going to do, could … Read more
It was ripe for the picking. Banana bandits scored a sweet steal worth a whopping $6.2 million, nabbing the yellow, crescent-shaped centerpiece of “Comedian,” a masterpiece by Italian visual artist Maurizio Cattelan, from the Centre Pompidou-Metz museum in France this weekend. The fruity theft comes just one year after a gallery visitor was discovered eating the banana that … Read more
Think you know the wine world? It’s time to redraw the map. For centuries, Burgundy and Tuscany have set the standard, their names synonymous with quality and prestige. But a wave of smaller, surprising regions is producing award-winning bottles that rarely cross borders, making travel to high-altitude vineyards in Yunnan, China — and even a … Read more
According to a new global study, one in five workers feels severely underpaid and that they’re due a huge pay raise. The international poll of 4,000 employed adults across the US, UK, France, Germany, Singapore and Australia found 18% believe their pay can’t satisfy them, and they would need a 32% pay increase in order … Read more
Francophiles rejoice: a piece of the iconic Eiffel Tower could soon be yours. On May 21, an original staircase feature of the Eiffel Tower will be up for auction, and history shall be sold to the highest bidder. Completed in 1889, the Eiffel Tower was designed by French civil engineer Gustave Eiffel Only intended to … Read more
Comedian Jim Carrey has sent eyebrows raising after he was filmed in a rare red carpet interview at the French film awards, leaving some questioning the star’s unrecognizable appearance and even going so far to suggest the footage was of an impersonator. The 64-year-old Canadian-American actor, who has taken a significant step back from public … Read more
PARIS — Actor George Clooney and his wife Amal Clooney were granted French citizenship because “they contribute, through their distinguished actions, to France’s international influence and cultural outreach,” the French government said Wednesday, defending their naturalization that was questioned by a junior French minister. The naturalizations of the Kentucky-born star of the “Ocean’s” series of heist movies, … Read more