19 h. ago France is banning activist groups as presidential rivals jockey for position ahead of 2027 poll

France is banning activist groups on the edges of the political spectrum as it tries to portray itself as the guardian of democracy against extremism

Politics

21 h. ago US GDP report to show if economy expanded in last quarter, after eurozone growth accelerates – business live

First estimate of US GDP for Q1 2025 will show whether tariffs hurt growthUK house prices fall but market ‘likely to pick up’ during summerChina manufacturing activity plummets amid Trump tariff warFrance’s economy is likely to “flirt with stagnation” throughout the year, despite the small rebound in GDP in the last quarter, predicts Dutch bank ING.Charlotte de Montpellier, ING’s senior economist for France and Switzerland, explains:The additional customs duties in the US and their direct and indirect impact will delay the French economy’s rebound. We estimate that the direct effect of a permanent 10% import duty in the US on French GDP (via a reduction in exports) will be around -0.1%.Adding to this are the effects of uncertainty, the global economic slowdown and more restrictive fiscal policy, all of which will weigh on French economic activity throughout the year. The cooling in the labour market is likely to limit the recovery in household consumption, and the savings rate is se...

Economics

24 h. ago France and Germany avoid recession as eurozone growth accelerates; Taiwan’s GDP boosted by pre

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, including growth figures from across EuropeUK house prices fall but market ‘likely to pick up’ during summerChina manufacturing activity plummets amid Trump tariff warFrance’s economy is likely to “flirt with stagnation” throughout the year, despite the small rebound in GDP in the last quarter, predicts Dutch bank ING.Charlotte de Montpellier, ING’s senior economist for France and Switzerland, explains:The additional customs duties in the US and their direct and indirect impact will delay the French economy’s rebound. We estimate that the direct effect of a permanent 10% import duty in the US on French GDP (via a reduction in exports) will be around -0.1%.Adding to this are the effects of uncertainty, the global economic slowdown and more restrictive fiscal policy, all of which will weigh on French economic activity throughout the year. The cooling in the labour market is likely to limit the recovery in household consumptio...

Politics

25 h. ago France and Germany avoid recession as economies return to growth; UK house prices drop – business live

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, including growth figures from across EuropeUK house prices fall but market ‘likely to pick up’ during summerChina manufacturing activity plummets amid Trump tariff warFrance’s economy is likely to “flirt with stagnation” throughout the year, despite the small rebound in GDP in the last quarter, predicts Dutch bank ING.Charlotte de Montpellier, ING’s senior economist for France and Switzerland, explains:The additional customs duties in the US and their direct and indirect impact will delay the French economy’s rebound. We estimate that the direct effect of a permanent 10% import duty in the US on French GDP (via a reduction in exports) will be around -0.1%.Adding to this are the effects of uncertainty, the global economic slowdown and more restrictive fiscal policy, all of which will weigh on French economic activity throughout the year. The cooling in the labour market is likely to limit the recovery in household consumptio...

Economics

3 d. ago Trump's tariff wars 'are not working,' says France's chief banker highlighting US recession fears

Francois Villeroy de Galhau slammed the uncertainty the US president’s import levies have sparked in economies and markets around the world

Economics

6 d. ago Pope Francis mourners BANNED from taking pictures after outrageous behaviour

Mourners seeing Pope Francis lying in state have been banned from taking pictures after thousands of people held phones aloft while paying their respects to the pontiff at St Peter's Basilica

Events

9 d. ago Whoopi Goldberg and Antonio Banderas lead celebrity tributes to Pope Francis

Sister Act actress Goldberg shared a photo of her meeting the pontiff, who died at the age of 88 on Easter Monday.

Culture

9 d. ago Celebrities pay tribute to Pope Francis: Whoopi Goldberg, Antonio Banderas and Eva Longoria pay their respects as pontiff dies on Easter Monday

The pontiff, who dedicated his 'entire life' to serving God and the Church, was remembered on social media by celebrities of all ages and religions.

Events

9 d. ago Celebrities pay tribute to Pope Francis: Antonio Banderas, Eva Longoria and Rev Richard Coles pay their respects as pontiff dies on Easter Monday

The pontiff, who dedicated his 'entire life' to serving God and the Church, was remembered on social media by celebrities of all ages and religions.

Events

2 w. ago Franco Smith has say on Henco Venter ban as Glasgow Warriors coach makes 'provocation' claim

Venter ban to provide motivation for Warriors in Dublin

Events

3 w. ago Marine Le Pen says she ‘will not give in’ after barred from standing for president

Watch the moment Marine Le Pen told supporters she “will not give in” after being banned from running for president of France in 2027. (Sunday 6 April)

Politics

3 w. ago You Me At Six's Josh Franceschi left 'throwing up' hours before final ever concert

You Me At Six frontman Josh Franceschi revealed that hours ahead of the bands final concert, he was left in a state of panic due to illness but vowed to get on stage

Politics

3 w. ago Grand National jockey saves rival from dangerous fall with incredible sportsmanship

Callum Pritchard has been lauded on social media after he helped James Bowen stay in the saddle during the Topham Chase at Aintree on Friday afternoon

Politics

3 w. ago Grand National jockey’s dramatic act to help rival spotted mid

Callum Pritchard has been praised for his remarkable heroics after a dramatic incident at Aintree during day two of the Grand National Festival on Friday afternoon

Events

3 w. ago Marine Le Pen is 'guilty as hell' and deserves election ban, journalist Anne

The ban has posed uncomfortable questions about France's democracy, with US President Donald Trump piling on pressure by echoing the slogan 'Le Pen must be freed'.

Politics

3 w. ago Donald Trump demands France 'Free Marine Le Pen' and brands her presidential election ban a 'witch hunt'

Marine Le Pen, 56, was convicted of creating fake jobs at the EU parliament and taking advantage of expenses to employ assistants actually working for her party.

Politics

4 w. ago Germany could BAN AfD candidates from running for office under proposed new rules

The law would block those with 'multiple convictions of inciting to hatred' from standing in elections, according to a draft agreement between the parties seen by German newspaper Die Welt.

Politics