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France marks 10 years since deadly Charlie Hebdo attack

Jan. 07, 2025 11:05 AM EST

PARIS (AP) — A decade after Islamic extremist gunmen stormed the offices of the satirical newspaper Charlie Hebdo in a deadly assault that shook France to its core and ignited a global outcry in defense of freedom of speech, the nation paused on Tuesday to honor the victims and renew its resolve...

The world welcomes 2025 with light shows, embraces and ice plunges

Jan. 01, 2025 13:28 PM EST

NEW YORK (AP) — From Sydney to Mumbai to Paris to Rio de Janeiro, communities around the world welcomed 2025 with spectacular light shows, embraces and ice plunges. The New Year’s Eve ball dropped in soggy Times Square, where thousands of revelers stuck it out in heavy rain to...

Authorities impose overnight curfew in cyclone-ravaged Mayotte as France rushes in aid

Dec. 17, 2024 20:16 PM EST

SAINT-DENIS, Reunion (AP) — French authorities on Tuesday announced an overnight curfew in Mayotte as they sought to stabilize the island territory in the aftermath of Cyclone Chido, the most intense storm to hit the Indian Ocean archipelago in 90 years. The French military said it...

$55 million plan to give Notre Dame area a green facelift is part of Paris-wide eco plan

Oct. 15, 2024 21:24 PM EDT

PARIS (AP) — As Notre Dame gears up to reopen its doors in December, Paris is on the verge of a remarkable eco-revival, bringing nature back to the forefront of the City of Light. Beyond restoring the cathedral's iconic spire and medieval charm, the city announced plans Tuesday to...