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France braced for second day of disruptions amid strikes over pension reforms
Irish passengers face flight disruptions as French workers continue industrial action.
Eight migrants found on cargo ship in Waterford have been deported
The males were in good health when they were discovered yesterday.
France paralysed as hundreds of thousands take to the streets in protest over pensions overhaul plan
The protest stem from French President Macron’s proposals to reform the pension and retirement structure.
Multiple Aer Lingus and Ryanair flights from Ireland cancelled today due to major strike in France
The strike action has been planned over President Emmanuel Macron’s planned pension reforms.
Three rescue workers killed in helicopter crash in flood-hit south of France
The helicopter lost radio and radar contact while on a rescue flight in the Var region last night.
At least seven dead from heavy rain in France, Italy and Greece
People have been trapped in their cars and roads have been closed by the floods.
School ordered to pay €3,500 over refusal to take TY student on school trip over severe nut allergy
The school felt that the student needed supervision that could not be provided by the two staff members.
'Leaving Cert papers shouldn't be published in France': PAC probing Ireland's 'lazy' approach in awarding State contracts
The PAC is to look at issues of non-compliance with procurement rules for all State bodies.
Motorway section collapses in Italy following heavy rainfall
Two people in France were also killed after historic levels of rain fell in the south of the country.
Three men jailed for murder and torture of three elderly people in France
The men were convicted of the maximum sentences allowed.
Pregnant woman killed by dogs during hunt in French forest
The body of the 29-year-old woman was found on Saturday.
Teenage girl and truck driver killed after suspension bridge collapses in France
The 15-year-old was killed on the bridge at Mirepoix-sur-Tarn.
Yellow vest protesters return to streets of Paris to mark one-year anniversary of movement
Police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse the protesters.
Late penalty secures win for France hours after clinching Euro 2020 spot
Olivier Giroud coverted the spot-kick that gave his side a 2-1 win over Moldova.
A 'significant' amount of pure cocaine is washing up on France's west coast
On Friday two people discovered two packages on the beach at Arcachon, southwest of Bordeaux, containing 3 kg of cocaine.
Over 30 injured after tourist bus crashes on French motorway
There were 33 people on board, of whom 29 sustained light injuries and four were seriously wounded.
Frenchman, 84, charged over mosque attack
Claude Sinke is accused of shooting two men and setting fire to a mosque.
Rare Cimabue painting discovered in French kitchen sells for €24 million at auction
Bidding began at €3 million, with only three of the eight bidders present at the auction.
'I just lost control' - Vahaamahina announces international retirement after World Cup dismissal
The France lock was sent off in the 49th minute of their quarter-final defeat to Wales yesterday.
France coach Brunel disappointed by contentious Welsh try
Ross Moriarty’s late score was awarded by the TMO as Wales advanced through to the semis.
As it happened: Wales v France, Rugby World Cup quarter-final
Ireland may be gone, but the World Cup carries on and we’re going minute-by-minute as Warren Gatland chases another semi-final.
Penaud and Dupont passed fit for France's quarter-final showdown with Wales
Jacques Brunel has made just one change to the side which began in such impressive fashion against Argentina.
Giroud on target against Turkey but France forced to wait on Euro 2020 qualification spot
Olivier Giroud put France ahead at the Stade de France but Kaan Ayhan nodded in an equaliser.
France head coach Brunel defends decision to send Ramos home
Despite having his World Cup cut short by injury, the fullback played all 80 minutes for Toulouse yesterday.
DNA test finds French man arrested at Glasgow airport is not fugitive suspected murderer
Xavier Dupont de Ligonnes was subject to an international arrest warrant for the 2011 killings in a mystery that has transfixed France.
Unbeaten France all but seal qualification as Giroud makes Iceland pay the penalty
The world champions inflicted a first home qualifier defeat in six years on Iceland.
England v France and New Zealand v Italy games called off at the World Cup
Meanwhile, it’s still uncertain if Japan’s clash with Scotland in Pool A will go ahead.
World Rugby call media briefing amidst fears of cancelled World Cup games
The super typhoon is currently forecast to hit Yokohama and the Tokyo area on Saturday.
Bayern stand firm amid refusal to release France defender for international duty
Lucas Hernandez has been forced to sit out the Bundesliga club’s last two fixtures due to an injury.
'He won't be back in 2019': Lloris out for the rest of the year after horror injury, says Deschamps
France manager Didier Deschamps confirmed Lloris would be sidelined for the next few months.
'Maybe he can play Giroud' - Deschamps responds to Lampard's Kante plea
The Chelsea boss urged the France manager not to select the 28-year-old.
EU will provide €530 million in funding towards Irish-French power line
The project will link Ireland’s electricity network to France via an underwater connection and is expected to be completed by 2026
Lopez' left foot ensures France burn off US challenge
AJ MacGinty kicked the Eagles to within a score with 15 minutes to go, but Les Bleus had too much firepower.
Mourners begin bidding final farewell to late French president Jacques Chirac
Chirac’s coffin was today placed in the Saint-Louis-des-Invalides cathedral in Paris.
'A great friend of Ireland': Jacques Chirac, former French president, dies aged 86
He died this morning surrounded by his family.
Huge fire breaks out at chemical plant in northern France
The fire broke out in the early hours of this morning.
French toymakers sign pact to rid games and toys of gender stereotypes
The charter also envisages that manufacturers will adapt the way their products are advertised.
UK, France and Germany blame Iran for Saudi oil attacks
In a joint statement, the countries called on Tehran to choose dialogue over further “provocation”.
Dozens of yellow vest protesters arrested in Paris
More than 7,000 police officers were deployed to quell any violence.
As it happened : France v Argentina, Rugby World Cup
Pool C opens with a mouth-watering clash in Tokyo and we’re going minute-by-minute.
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