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France Opens World’s First Solar Road
This Normandy village is now the home of the Wattway: 0.6 miles of solar road designed to power the town's streetlights.
New Law Says Au Revoir to Plastic Cutlery in France
France is the first country to ban plastic cutlery, with a law that is expected to go into effect in 2020.
The law, which prohibits...
Muslims Protect Christmas Mass After France Heightens Security at Churches
After the French Interior Minister called for strengthening security during Christmas worship services, a group of 12 Muslim men stood outside the entrance to...
France Votes to Force Supermarkets to Give Away Unsold Food
The French parliament has voted unanimously to require supermarkets to give away — rather than throw away — the food that reaches its “sell-by”...
New Zealand to Create Massive Ocean Sanctuary the Size of France
New Zealand is telling fishing and mining industries to keep their “hands off” a huge part of the South Pacific—one that’s about the size...
Americans Thwart Train Attack in France, Hailed for Exceptional Courage
A tragedy was narrowly averted in France Friday thanks to the courage of three American passengers and a British man who rushed to take...
Frances Kelsey: Hero Who Saved a Nation From Thalidomide (1914-2015)
Tributes are hailing Frances Kelsey as a hero after her death at the age of 101 on Friday.
The Canadian pharmacologist fought tenaciously in the...
Billionaire CEO Treats 6,400 Employees to Vacation in France
It’s always nice to be acknowledged for hard work at the office.
Being rewarded with a company-wide trip to France is even nicer.
In honor of...
Eating More Cheese May Explain Healthier Hearts in France
A small study that looked at diets rich in cheese found some yummy results.
The report published by Danish scientists offers another possible theory to...
Humorous Ugly Fruit Campaign Reduces Food Waste in France
A French grocer has increased its customer base by 24 percent since launching its Inglorious Fruits & Vegetables campaign this summer.
Railing against the food...
France Interrupts Two Bullet Trains to Aid Lost Woman
Earlier this month, workers at France's national railway company, SNCF, delivered extraordinary customer service to help an elderly woman who boarded the wrong high...
France to Turn Off Office and Shop Lights at Night
French shops and office buildings will have to turn off their lights at night to save energy and reduce light pollution, the French environment...
Israeli Millionaire Builds Mosque in France
Jewish businessman Robert Harush who grew up in France decided to spend part of his fortune on renovation of a large Muslim house of...
Obama Win Inspires Push to End Racism in France
Inspired by Barack Obama, the French first lady and other leading figures say it's high time for France to stamp out racism and shake...
France Cancels $20 Million in Debt for Conservation in Madagascar
Madagascar and France on Wednesday signed an agreement allocating 20 million dollars (13 million euros) to preserve Madagascar's rich biodiversity. "This initiative is an...
In Clubby France, a Muslim Woman as Justice Minister
A Muslim woman, who grew up in public housing, was recently appointed Justice Minister of France. A success story of determination and hard work,...
France Opens Secret UFO Files from Last Half Century
France became the first country to open its files on UFOs Thursday unveiling a Web site documenting more than 1,600 sightings spanning five decades....
House Republicans Drop Their Snub of France
The cafeteria in the US House of Representatives has returned the once villified French moniker to the food items renamed "Freedom Toast" and "Freedom...
Cameroon, France Sign Africa’s First Debt-for-Nature Swap
France and Cameroon have signed a debt-for-nature swap that aims to conserve some of the most pristine and threatened rainforest in Africa. Under...
Good News in History, November 21
This daily column features all the good news, anniversaries and birthdays from this day in history—November 21.