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World
Deadly Clashes in a French Pacific Territory Raise Fears of Civil War
France has sent troops to quell violence in New Caledonia, where Paris is seen as backtracking on promises of self-determination.
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World
Macron Moves to Declare State of Emergency in New Caledonia
The French authorities have undertaken a “massive” mobilization of security forces since violent protests broke out over a constitutional amendment…
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World
Can You Lose Your Native Tongue?
It happened the first time over dinner. I was saying something to my husband, who grew up in Paris where…
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World
A Baguette Is Baked in France
Whoops, we left out this part: It was almost 500 feet long, beating out a loaf baked in Italy in…
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World
Laurent Cantet, Whose Films Explored France’s Undersides, Dies at 63
His acclaimed “The Class” walked a provocative line between documentary and fiction. In that film and others, he explored the…
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Food
How to Make an Easy Picnic That Transports You to France
A pepper-crusted flank steak and French potato salad anchor this summery menu from David Tanis.
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World
At the Louvre, the Olympics Are More French Than You Might Think
The Games were revived from an ancient Greek spectacle, but an exhibition timed for the Paris Olympics argues that France’s…
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Style
Will the French Olympic Team Be Best Dressed at the Opening Ceremony?
Carine Roitfeld teamed up with Berluti to sprinkle some fashion fairy dust on the designs. Here’s the verdict.
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World
America Was Once the Country Begging Richer Allies for Help
Even before they declared their independence, it was clear to the American colonies that in their struggle against Great Britain…
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World
Airdrop by Jordan and France Underscores the Urgency of Gazans’ Need
Jordan and France airdropped food and other humanitarian aid into Gaza on Monday, bringing a modicum of desperately needed assistance…