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France (pronounced /'fræns/&_160;( listen) or /'fr??ns/; French pronunciation (help·info) [f??~s]), officially the French Republic (French République française, pronounced&_160;[?epyblik f??~s?z]), is a country located in Western Europe, with several overseas islands and territories located on other continents.^[12] Metropolitan France extends from the Mediterranean Sea to the English Channel and the North Sea, and from the Rhine to the Atlantic Ocean. It is often referred to as L’Hexagone ("The Hexagon") because of the geometric shape of its territory. France is a unitary semi-presidential republic with its main ideals expressed in the Declaration of the Rights of Man and of the Citizen.

France is the largest country in the European Union by area and the second largest in Europe behind Ukraine (first if one includes its extra-European territories like French Guiana). France has been a major power for many centuries with strong economic, cultural, military and political influence. During the 17th and 18th centuries, France colonised great parts of North America; during the 19th and early 20th centuries, France built the second largest empire of the time, including large portions of North, West and Central Africa, Southeast Asia, and many Pacific islands.

France is a developed country and possesses the fifth largest economy by nominal GDP^[13] and eighth largest economy by purchasing power parity.^[14] It is the most visited country in the world, receiving 82 million foreign tourists annually.^[15] France is one of the founding members of the European Union, and has the largest land area of all members. It is also a founding member of the United Nations, and a member of the Francophonie, the G8, G20, NATO, OECD, WTO and the Latin Union. It is one of the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, possesses the third largest number of nuclear weapons in the world and the largest number of nuclear power plants in the European Union.

The name "France" comes from Latin Francia, which literally means "land of the Franks" or "Frankland". There are various theories as to the origin of the name of the Franks. One is that it is derived from the Proto-Germanic word frankon which translates as javelin or lance as the throwing axe of the Franks was known as a francisca.^{[citation needed]}

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1. The Real History of Halloween November 21, 2009 Two thousand years ago, in the region that is now Ireland, the United Kingdom and northern France, the ancient Celts celebrated the end of their summer harvest and the beginning of their new year on November 1. This observance also marked the beginning of their winter season, a time the Celts closely associated with death. They believed that on the previous night, October 31, the boundaries between the dead and the living became blurred, allowing the spirits of the dead to roam the earth. The Celts called this night Samhain, a night where mischievous spirits would cause trouble for the living.... (read more) Author: Robert Bell

2. World Cup Qualifier- France qualifies to the World Cup by beating Ireland November 20, 2009 France qualified for the World Cup after beating the Republic of Ireland with an overall 2-1, with a draw in the second leg 1-1. The game took place in the Stade de France on Wednesday. The match took a dramatic turn when France, stuck behind Ireland 1-0 for most of the match, scored a questionable goal after an illicit move by Thierry Henry during the extra time. The game determined which team would enter the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, and Ireland entered with high hopes; the Republic hadn’t classified for the last World Cup, in Germany in 2004. Ireland lost the first leg of... (read more) Author: Audrey Nolan

3. Spectacular skiing and scenery in Courchevel November 20, 2009 For some of the best skiing in spectacular surroundings, why not choose Courchevel for your vacation? You can pick up a cheap ski holiday at the French resort for a really competitive price and once you arrive, it is unlikely you will be disappointed. After purchasing one of the plethora of Courchevel ski deals available online, be prepared for some breathtaking scenery. Location, location, location Courchevel Valley is situated in the Trois Vallees area of France, one of the largest ski areas in the world. From your position on the slopes - whether you are participati... (read more) Author: Dipika Patel

4. Watch Samoa VS France Rugby 21st November Grand Slam Tour Streaming November 20, 2009 The rugby tournament between Samoa and France is scheduled to be held in the month of November on the 21st 2009. If you want to watch Samoa VS France rugby 21st November grand slam tour streaming, then just go online and get an account at the following website, then you will be able to watch the rugby game with all of your family and friends !! So, go online now and log on to this website. Go to the link given below and you will be guided to the website I have been telling about. It is the best website at this point of time. Go online and watch live matches at WatchRugbyOnline.net ... (read more) Author: wiiran75 dnf

5. Watch France VS Samoa Rugby Union 21st November Live Online November 20, 2009 Hey!! The rugby matches are on the way! The first match between France and Samoa will be played on the 21st November 2009. The French are the 4th top ranked player according to the International Rugby Board. The Samoan’s are the eleventh best team in the world. To Watch France VS Samoa rugby union 21st November live online, get an account at this website WatchRugbyOnline.net The national rugby team of Samoa is known as Manu Samoa after the famous Samoan warrior. Before the start of the match the team performs the Samoan Dance known as Siva Tau every time. Initially they were under the Pa... (read more) Author: wiiran75 dnf

6. Specialist wine website offers a host of exclusive and premiere French wine offers November 20, 2009 As an alcoholic drink of real depth, diversity and sophistication, few are more adored or more worthy of discussion than wine, consumed the world over, cherished for the drinking pleasure it evokes. France, as a nation, has developed an unrivalled global reputation and is considered by most to be the most supreme wine producing country on the planet. The French are the original masters of wine making, the likes of Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc all having stemmed from France’s rich pastures and breath taking valleys. Yapp Brothers is an online company specialising in superior French wines such... (read more) Author: admin admin

7. Watch Italy Vs South Africa Rugby Union 21st November Live Online November 20, 2009 There are so many international matches on the 21st of November. Fans are getting ready for the feasts. Are you ready for the games? Italy and South Africa are going to have their debut as the other teams like Wales and Argentina, England and New Zealand, France and Samoa, Scotland and Australia, Ireland and Fuji. You can be in all the 6 places to watch the matches’ best way will be to go online and get an account at the site given here. So, get ready, by going online to the following website and watch Italy Vs South Africa rugby union 21st November live online at WatchRugbyOnline.net The... (read more) Author: wiiran75 dnf

8. Is France Really The Worst Country For Corporate Taxes? November 19, 2009 Of all the EU countries, France has one of the highest corporate tax rates of 33.33%. And this is not the only tax that companies have to fork out for - on top of corporate tax there is also the “Taxe Professionelle” (Professional Tax), the “Taxe Foncière” or “Taxe d’Habitation” (Housing Tax, payable if you are renting a place or own your place of business) and, last but not least, the Payroll Tax (national insurance, pension tax,…) which is more than 45%. And with France’s notoriously slow adminstrative procedures it seems the state always manages to stand in the way of entrepreneurs. ... (read more) Author: Heather Landau

9. Stock Market History November 19, 2009 A stock exchange is a place where company stocks and other securities are traded. Nowadays trading is less and less linked to take place in such a physical space. Modern markets are electronic networks that deliver advantages of speed and low cost on transactions. A stock exchange is one of the most important components of a stock market. Historically, the first “brokers” mentioned, surface in 11th century France. Such brokers were men who managed the debts of agricultural communities on behalf of the banks and in some cases they traded in debts, therefore can be considered the first brokers.I... (read more) Author: Viktor Ka

10. Ondimba's Visit to Paris Raises Question on France's Policy Toward Gabon November 18, 2009 Ali Bongo Ondimba (file photo)Gabonese President Ali Bongo Ondimba is paying a working visit to France this week. Mr. Bongo is expected to lunch with French President Nicolas Sarkozy on Friday, amid criticism that France's old and controversial relationship with Africa has not really changed. President Ali Bongo's visit to France comes less than three months after he succeeded his father as leader of Gabon. It also comes amid criticism from human rights groups after Gabon's government-controlled media council suspended six newspapers on grounds they violated journalism ethics. In June, when Pr... (read more)

11. online bingo in the uk November 19, 2009 The number 26 is often called as “bed and breakfast” and the number 59 as “Brighton line.” If you are familiar with these nicknames, then you must be an avid bingo player. In the UK bingo has its own traditions and culture. Bingo callers and bingo players even know and use special nicknames, like the "bed and breakfast," for each of the numbers. Bingo can be traced back to a lottery game called "Lo Giuoco Code Loto" played in Italy in 1530. From there, bingo traveled across the Alps into France, but it wasn’t until the 1960s that Eric Morley brought modern bingo to the UK. Bingo was only... (read more) Author: andrew dominik

12. The History of Smart Cards November 19, 2009 The first automated chip card was developed by Helmut Grottrup and his partner Hurgen Dethloff in Germany. The year was 1968, but his patent was not approved until 1982. By 1983, these cards were first used in France for their pay phone system. The concept of a memory card was patented by Roland Moreno in 1974. Microprocessor smart cards were invented in 1977 by Michel Ugon and shortly afterward, the ability to auto program the chip was defined. By 2006, mergers and acquisitions produced the world’s top smart card manufacturer, Gemalto. In the 1990s, smart cards made major advancemen... (read more) Author: Catherine Williams

13. Basics On How To Play Blackjack November 19, 2009 Blackjack is a game which originates from the 18th Century in France, and is now one of the most popular casino games in land casinos and as well as in most online casino gaming websites. The game was formerly called "Twenty-one", "Vingt-et-un" in French, and "Veintiuna" in Spanish, for this card game also revolves around the number 21, being the highest value which can be obtained in the game. It was also known as "Pontoon". This card game became more popular with the name "Blackjack" when the game was introduced to the United State casinos. The game was quite unpopular in the US, so the... (read more) Author: Gary Blaze

14. Mystudyadvisor November 19, 2009 MyStudyAdvisor.com is a user specific portal which has been developed to help students learn and study various languages around the world and specific information on various universities and courses for language schools which are based abroad. The portal also offers a wide range of information on summer programs and language immersion techniques which are offered by many expert universities around the world. The portal is designed with a large set of quality links to various websites which offer the best online and offline language learning facilities for students across the world. With l... (read more) Author: mystudy advisor

15. Learn French Online: 3 Tips to Master The Basic November 18, 2009 A lot of people dream of traveling to different parts of the world, one of which is France. This country is famous for its culture, fashion culture, people, food, and of course the language, which can be seen through concerts, movies, and French shows being aired on television. But not everybody gets the chance to hire a French tutor or live as an exchange student in France, so to be able to cater to these interested language students, products like Rocket French provide opportunities to learn French online without having to worry about paying a lot of money for tutoring. Many website... (read more) Author: Chaves Angles

16. Learn French Online: A New Approach Adopted by People Today November 18, 2009 French is one of the international languages that people are encouraged to learn and speak. It is especially important that French becomes a second or third language if you normally travel to France, if you have a friend or are in a relationship with a partner who is French, or if you’re working in a company that normally uses French as the mode of communication. But to be able to do it without the help of other sources, you need to practice reading and speaking French regularly by yourself and with other people. But this is rather difficult, maybe even impossible, for people who live o... (read more) Author: Chaves Angles

17. France Honors Iraqi President Talabani With State Visit November 16, 2009  Iraqi President Jalal Talabani, center, with French Industry Minister Christian Estrosi, left, reviews troops upon his arrival at Paris Orly airport, 16 Nov.2009Iraqi President Jalal Talibani marks his first official trip to France with a four-day visit that includes meetings with French political and business leaders. Iraqi President Jalal Talibani is getting the red-carpet treatment in France, with the Iraqi flag flying on the Champs Elysees in Paris. French President Nicolas Sarkozy is hosting a dinner for Mr. Talibani who is also expected to meet with French business leaders.The vi... (read more)

18. Find out the Best Airport Shuttle Services in Paris November 16, 2009 Most of the people visit Paris either as tourists or for business related work. You can get the best Paris cab services in to pick you and drop you from the airport to your desired destinations. Paris, capital of France and the most famous tourist attraction place, is the biggest urban area in the European Union. There are safe and quick transport facilities available at all the airports in Paris. They are economical also. It is not only tourist attraction but also greatest business hub thus frequently visited by millions of people throughout the year. If you are planning to visit Paris... (read more) Author: Navaratnam Sathirupan

19. Satellite View Of Your House Here November 16, 2009 Satellite Views provide Satellite pictures for many countries such as USA, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. More countries will be added up to the list as and when Google Maps set up in other countries.Besides providing Free Satellite Views and Maps of Over 5.9 million places, they have made it easier for users to explore other views of the world by categorising them. In the USA, states that are listed: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware , Washington DC, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii , Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Io... (read more) Author: Chuck Hines

20. France, Brazil Agree on Climate Policy Push November 14, 2009 Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva (l) shakes hand with French President Nicolas Sarkozy during a press conference after a meeting at the Elysee Palace, in Paris, 14 Nov 2009France and Brazil have agreed on a common policy to push industrialized nations toward massive cuts in greenhouse gas emissions.French President Nicholas Sarkozy and Brazilian leader Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva announced the plan Saturday in a joint document. The agreement urges the world's top carbon-emitting nations, including the United States and China, to significantly curb those emissions by 2050.The ... (read more)

21. A Look at France's Courchevel 1850 Resort November 16, 2009 The Courchevel 1850 resort in France is one of the best ski resorts in the world if you happen to be a beginner. Yes, we were all beginners once, and no one knows better than the Courchevel 1850 resort, that if you get the beginners right, the intermediates and advanced will follow. With over 50% of all runs dedicated specifically to beginners, it is a haven for those learning to ski, or looking to refine their skills and expertise whilst on vacation. Rumoured to be the most expensive resort on the French Alps, this isn't strictly the truth. You can find really good deals if you know w... (read more) Author: Gerry Lamb

22. Sarkozy Leads Charge in Reinvigorating Stalled Mideast Peace Talks November 13, 2009 French President Nicolas Sarkozy (L) welcomes Syrian President Bashar al-Assad at the Elysee presidential palace in Paris, 13 Nov 2009French President Nicolas Sarkozy has been pushing the stalled Middle East peace process this week, holding talks with Middle East leaders including Syrian President Bashar al-Assad on Friday. But Mr. Assad, for one, has dismissed the idea of direct talks with Israel for the moment.Syrian President Bashar al-Assad told the French news agency, AFP, Friday he was not willing to hold direct talks with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling instead for l... (read more)

23. Why Was the Berlin Wall Taken Down November 13, 2009 The Berlin Wall, located in Berlin, Germany, was a system of concrete walls, barb-wire fence, checkpoints, and control posts that was designed to stop residents of East Berlin from going into West Berlin. After the defeat of the Nazis in World War II, Germany found itself occupied by the Allied forces of the Soviet Union, United States, Great Britain and France. Germany was split in half, one side controlled by Soviet forces that was put into a communist regime while the other half was occupied by the other three countries and was allowed to form their own government. This was also the case of... (read more) Author: Kenny Leones

24. Contemporary painting and sculpture November 13, 2009 Throughout the twentieth century, artists in the vanguard have repeatedly challenged convention by exploring new avenues of expression and seeking alternative forms to embody new ideas. In the early years of the century, the so-called fauve artists ("wild beasts") in France, led by Henri Matisse, experimented with vivid, highly saturated colors and bold brushwork to evoke intense emotional responses. Later, artists such as the Russian Wassily Kandinsky carried these experiments further, creating abbreviated shapes that, however abstract, were meant to stand for specific concepts or forms. ... (read more) Author: Nisha Sabbik

25. Be Represented by Elite Modeling Agency November 13, 2009 For aspiring models out there, their main goal is to catch the attention of the two best modeling agencies in the country today and that is Ford and IMG. Those two modeling agencies are certainly the best in their field, but we should not forget another agency fast becoming popular nowadays. The Elite Modeling Agency, aside from Ford and IMG, is also one of the world’s most renowned fashion networks in the industry with its various offices all over the United States of America. The Elite Modeling Agency started in Paris, France in the year 1972. This model talent agency would love to have... (read more) Author: Mark Kemp

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