John Laurenson

France has more churches than any country in Europe, but some believe the cost of preserving these ancient structures is getting too high.

Monks on the island of St. Honorat, near Cannes, France, run an upscale restaurant and grow wine so they can make money to give to the poor.

Tour groups like the Black Paris Tour highlight the shared history of Paris and black America, which stretches back to the 18th century when freed slaves and persecuted blacks sought refuge, art and culture in France.

A ratings agency in France evaluates how presidential candidates plan to tackle the country's dire youth employment problem.

In France, land for development is at a premium, and vineyards are threatened, but Dutch winemaker Cornelius Kamerbeek saved one in the city of Nice.

Despite official denials, France is accused of being too ready to pay ransoms for hostages -- and so encouraging kidnappers to abduct its citizens.

New government funding means the next big theme park in Europe may be "Napoleonland." A commercial tribute to the 19th century French emperor could open in a small town outside Paris.

Customizing cars is becoming a major craze in Morocco after the American television show “Pimp My Ride” wins many fans.

Many young Parisians want to listen to loud music, but don’t want to annoy their neighbors -- so they’re using headphones at their parties.

In Paris, a baker has invented a vending machine that will satisfy your midnight snack attack for fresh bread.