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Why facts of British couple’s deaths in south of France are slow to emerge
The investigation highlights stark differences in procedures between France, UK and US
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Map: Are there new Michelin star restaurants near you in France?
The new Michelin Guide France 2025 awarded 78 new stars to restaurants across the country
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What do Trump and other world leaders say about Le Pen office ban decision?
From ‘left-wing abuse of the legal system’ to ‘the rule of law’, reactions have been fierce
‘Election was wrong’ says French barrister
French barrister Julien Fouchet from Bordeaux has launched a case before France’s Conseil d’Etat contesting the validity of the European elections.

The grounds include the problem of the five French MEPs who can only take their seats if Brexit occurs and France’s requirement of 5% of the votes for a European Parliament seat, which the case says is too high.
See also:
Barrister’s fight over EU voting
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