Eleanor Beardsley
Stories
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French Singer Charles Aznavour Dies At 94
The French singer Charles Aznavour has died at the age of 94. His fame spread across borders and generations, and Aznavour sold more than 100 million records in 80 countries.
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Champagne Makers Bubble Over A Bumper Crop Caused By European Drought
A record heat wave ruined crops across Europe this summer, but not all crops. Champagne growers are ecstatic over a bumper crop of grapes this year. Vintage 2018 is expected to be one of the best.
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Françoise Hardy Remains France's National Treasure
Françoise Hardy is an immediately recognizable face who also possesses a poetic way with words — launching her to European super-stardom in the 1960s. At age 74, Hardy released her 28th album.
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Paris Tries To Control Rampant Public Urination With Sidewalk Urinals
French authorities say they're using this solution to try to supplement existing toilets in heavily congested areas where there are urine issues.
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Off The Coast Of Normandy, Britain And France Are At War Over Scallops
The crews of French and British fishing boats are clashing over the right to harvest scallops from the English Channel.
