Author: Paris Paper

France is pushing the European Union to delay new methane reporting requirements for another year as European countries face pressure over energy supplies and fuel costs. President Emmanuel Macron has asked the European Commission to postpone enforcement of the rules until January 2028. The regulations are currently scheduled to begin in 2027 and would require oil and gas importers to monitor and verify methane emissions linked to their supplies. Methane is a powerful greenhouse gas, and governments have been working to reduce emissions from the oil and gas industry. The EU rules are designed to encourage producers and importers to…

French business owners are returning from the summer break to a sobering economic reality, as company bankruptcies across the country continue climbing to levels that now exceed those seen before the pandemic. More than three hundred business owners have appeared before commercial courts on average each working day since the start of this year, according to figures compiled by credit insurance firms tracking the trend. The rolling twelve month bankruptcy count reached nearly seventy thousand cases by the most recent data available from the Banque de France, continuing a steady climb that has persisted through the first half of the…

Canadian music icon Celine Dion is preparing for a major return to live performances with a sold-out concert residency in Paris. The singer has scheduled 26 shows at the soon-to-be-renamed Pentitude Arena, formerly known as La Défense Arena, with performances taking place this fall and next spring. The residency will begin on Sept. 12 and continue through Oct. 17 with 16 concerts. Dion will then return to the Paris venue for another 10 performances from May 8 to May 29. The arena, which can hold around 30,000 people, is the largest indoor venue in Europe. All 26 concerts have already…

The VivaTech innovation fair has officially ended in Paris after several days of global startup showcases, technology talks, and live demonstrations of new digital tools. The event brought together companies, engineers, and visitors from many countries to explore the future of technology. The fair took place in Paris and is widely seen as one of the largest technology startup gatherings in Europe. It focused on new ideas in artificial intelligence, robotics, virtual reality, and digital services. The event ended on Saturday after strong visitor attendance and active participation from tech companies. The event, known as the VivaTech innovation fair, featured…

The EU Climate Funding Plan is being advanced by the French government as part of a wider effort to speed up Europe’s green transition. The proposal focuses on increasing financial support for clean energy projects across major cities, including urban hubs like Paris. France is leading discussions within the European Union to expand funding for renewable energy, low-carbon infrastructure, and climate adaptation projects. The plan aims to strengthen Europe’s ability to meet long-term climate targets while also supporting economic growth through green investment. Officials say the EU Climate Funding Plan will help accelerate the shift away from fossil fuels. It…

Four years after a life-altering health diagnosis, global icon Céline Dion has delighted fans by announcing a return to the stage. The “Queen of Power Ballads” will perform a special 10-night engagement at the Paris La Défense Arena this summer, marking her first live performances since 2020.

After months of extensive restoration, the Paris Catacombs have reopened to the public. The new route features upgraded climate control to protect the historic ossuary and a new scenography that highlights the archaeological history of the millions interred beneath the city streets.

Paris has successfully swapped thousands of car lanes for bike paths, but the transformation hasn’t been without friction. Pedestrians and motorists alike are reporting increased “road rage” incidents as the city’s infrastructure struggles to keep pace with the sheer volume of new cyclists reclaiming the boulevards.

While Paris remains a bastion for socialist and green policies, the latest local election results reveal a deepening divide between the capital and the rest of the country. Marine Le Pen’s National Rally has seen a significant boost, capitalizing on public anger over pension reforms and rising inflation in provincial France.

In a historic diplomatic shift, French officials have signaled an openness to discussing reparations for the colonial era. Following meetings between President Macron and Ghanaian representatives, the talks have expanded to include the return of looted artifacts and addressing structural economic inequities rooted in the 19th century.