Why is there such a row in France over who owns Doliprane? News of a potential sale of the manufacturer has reignited debates over drug shortages and ‘drug sovereignty’
French police bust wine fraud ring selling low quality wine for €15,000 a bottle The counterfeiting included the creation of fake French vintage bottle labels
Steep rises in home rubbish collection fees for several areas of France Some councils plan double-digital rises to the rate they apply. Fly tipping is an issue in Dordogne
news Marseille looks to be latest French city to crackdown on Airbnb rentals Mayor of the city also plans to ‘wage war on slum landlords’, and improve social housing
Are there more spiders in your home in France right now? People often think more spiders appear in their homes in October
‘Humpback whale’ spotted in Seine river Animal is often seen on French coast but rarely travels inland
French MPs reinforce new budget’s tax rises for wealthy Three-year limit on tax increases removed, paving way for permanent increase
Five things to know about... strikes in France The lowdown on industrial disputes – tradition and terminology
Flooding 'never before seen' in south of France, six departments on red alert Nearly half of French departments are now facing some level of heightened weather warning
SNCF to test a stand-up comedy show for TGV passengers tomorrow The project comes as train ticket sales open for new Paris-Berlin direct daytime service
VIDEO: Hiker comes face to face with bear in French Pyrenees The rare encounter was with the oldest brown bear in the mountain range
Farmers plan more motorway blockades, claims French protest leader Protesters may also block border crossings across EU in November, paralysing trade in bloc
Why Americans in France are casting their vote in iconic Paris bar Harry’s Bar is known for predicting the winner of the US presidential election Property tax deadline is extended in France after website crashes Up to 350 mm of rain in south of France, alerts in place Letters: French DPE system for energy efficiency is all about money
13 stations in Paris above recommended pollution levels - which are they? The fine particle pollution found is among the most damaging to respiratory health Ex-hurricane Leslie set to hit south of France tonight French teacher unions threaten strike action over new budget Covid and flu vaccination campaign starts today in France - who is invited? Five earth tremors in seven days recorded in Brittany French far-right to present a ‘counter-budget’; what do they want changed?
High level of fraud hits French government energy scheme Experts demand tighter controls as fraudulent activities cost the MaPrimeRénov’ scheme over €400 million in 2023.
Best supermarket coffee capsules for taste and price according to French consumer group The 2023 study also looked at ground coffee, with some found to contain dead bugs
Armour-plated Peugeot 205 formerly owned by France's richest man up for auction Bernard Arnault, whose net worth is estimated at $177billion, was reportedly once denied entry to his office as the guard did not believe a man in his position would drive such a car
Roadworthy CT tests expected to change for car owners in France in January 2025 Potential frauds over pollution emissions are being targeted, reports car magazine Auto Plus
New immigration bill looms in France: what could it change? Interior Minister is immigration hardliner known for right-wing views
Car hits 12 boars on motorway in Normandy: three people injured Road closed for nearly an hour after incident
Weather in France October 14 - 18: Forecast by area this week Highs of 26C for some, storms for others: Predictions for temperature, sun, storm, rain and more for the next five days
More French towns are imposing ‘empty home tax’ in 2024 Authorities in any town subject to housing pressure can consider levying the Taxe sur les logements vacants (TLV)
Why hundreds of French villages and towns have the wrong road signs A new batch was swapped overnight last week as part of a new farmers' protest
New Nice to Washington D.C. air route to launch in 2025 United Airlines will operate four weekly return flights during spring and summer
New rules for sick-leave notes introduced in France The government is to allow employers to use independent doctors to verify employee sick leave claims
SNCF guilty of involuntary homicide for 2015 accident that killed 11 Two workers have also been handed suspended prison sentences
French town sets up dedicated ‘anti-rubbish dumping’ brigade Officers patrol streets to check people dispose of waste correctly
Is a French Pacs recognised in the UK or US? The UK and US have differing legal views on French civil partnerships
Bordeaux-Toulouse rail project: Prefecture bans weekend protests Environmental protesters say the demonstrations against the high-speed train projects will still take place
Photos: Storms in France replaced by…northern lights The colourful phenomenon was seen across France in October 2024
Don’t miss comet that should be visible by naked eye in France this weekend Some astronomers have called the comet’s luminosity ‘exceptional’
President Macron says he will fight to keep ‘Emily in Paris’ in France “‘Emily in Paris in Rome’ doesn’t make sense,” he said in an interview
EasyJet boss says EU border changes risk 'passengers being left stuck on planes’ Senior figures in the travel sector are concerned over implementation of EES
British WW2 bomb weighing half a tonne defused in Normandy port A 400-metre exclusion zone put in place for experts to defuse the explosive
France one of countries officially 'not ready' for EES - delay expected Germany and The Netherlands also say they will not be ready for new new biometric border check system
Explainer: how childcare works in France French crèches are renowned across the world, but places can be scarce
Shots fired at 10am as gunmen attempt to steal €7 million from armoured van in France The assailants fled the scene empty-handed, say police
Best restaurant in world is in France, say Tripadvisor reviews The eaterie’s original dishes, top-notch service and beautiful setting were all praised
Newly registered motorcycles to be subject to stricter noise rules in France The changes are due to start in January 2025
Rennes airport opens 300m2 building for new EU border controls From next month, airports across France will need to manage the new system, and invest in technology to efficiently process passengers’ entry and exit
Couple win court payout over TGV route opened near ‘quiet’ Brittany home High-speed route sees over 50 trains pass through per day
Old energy efficiency ratings for French properties invalid from 2025 Many existing energy diagnostics tests will need to be redone
Speed cameras effective from today to enforce new Paris ring road limit Drivers going above new limit are now liable to stronger fines
Storm Kirk leaves one dead and trail of damage as it crosses France Alerts for river flooding remain in place, including two at the highest 'red' level. Around 67,000 homes lost power in south-west France last night
Can you help identify ‘cold case’ of woman in France with UK coin? The teenage girl is one of 46 unsolved 'suspicious death' cases highlighted in a new appeal by Interpol
UK updates its official site for Britons living in France about border changes Information for families highlights key document required for children to travel out of the EU
2024 rules for repatriating a body to or from France The cost of transporting the deceased can vary considerably, and you may need to appoint a funeral director both in France and the repatriation country
Alert over wild mushrooms in France: 400 cases of intoxication since July Pickers advised to avoid relying on smartphone apps to identify mushroom types due to risk of error
Crackdown on speeders after rise in road deaths in three areas of France Penalties for dangerous driving have increased and more checks are taking place
Will French aid to buy a zero emission car drop in 2025? French financial aid to buy new electric vehicles set to fall according to a leading auto magazine
French ferry ports: ‘IT and tablets not ready for EES border changes’ It is possible that only ‘samples’ of passengers will be checked at first
Weight loss drug Wegovy to be sold on prescription in France The somewhat controversial drug will be available on prescription, but not reimbursed
US election: what are the big issues for Americans in France? Americans in France explain who they will vote for in November
Firefighter strike: call for more protests after Lyon ring road and station blocked Hundreds of firefighters walked along road and on platforms, bringing city to halt for a symbolic 15 minutes
Suspended sentence for teen hunter who shot hiker dead in France The accident took place during a wild boar hunt that was not properly signposted
Vote of no confidence against French PM brought by left is widely rejected The result shows the new government is propped up by far-right, claim left-wing MPs
French bakeries impacted by soaring butter prices Many boulangeries are facing shortages and the prospect of having to raise the price of popular products such as croissants
Former French minister calls for end to 35-hour week - but does it exist? There are many misconceptions about the world of work in France
Train route Paris-Orléans-Limoges-Toulouse to face severe disruption in 2025 Works will take place during the day so night freight traffic can keep to schedules
Trains cancelled, parks shut, jogging banned: How long will storm Kirk batter France? Winds of 150 km/h are expected in the south-west and exceptionally strong rain in the north. There are particular concerns over trees falling
Ryanair to change boarding pass rules: French flights affected Travellers who 'want the piece of paper are the same demographic that were the first ones to switch to the internet for cheaper airfares' says airline boss Michael O’Leary
Carte Vitale: Plans for digital version to be integrated with French ID app Health cards should be available on smartphones across country in early 2025, reports leading French media
Cars submerged, schools closed: severe flooding hits south of France Intense rain pummelled several areas overnight bringing nearly 80mm of rainfall
Crit’Air 3 vehicles to be allowed limited access to Paris in 2025 The new 12-day rule will affect 422,000 private vehicles and 59,000 commercial vehicles in Greater Paris
Why is French left bringing motion of no confidence against PM Barnier if it cannot pass? Far-right could vote in favour and topple newly-appointed government, but has said it will not back today's motion
When is ‘chauffage collectif’ (communal heating) switched on in France? Around one in five people have a communal heating system
Two dead after small plane crashes into house in west France The cause of the crash, which destroyed the property, is not yet known
Rain and flood alerts continue in south and east of France, schools closed Heightened alerts are in place in five departments
Which passport lane for travellers with French residency cards or visas under EES? We also look at whether the rules will be different for Brexit WA card holders after the new digital border changes start
Electricity prices will reduce for most French households in January However the government will seek to increase tax on usage
French school elections set for October Parents to elect representatives focused on child safety, school improvement and equal treatment
Weather in France October 7 - 11: Forecast by area this week Multiple storms are set to hit France from north to south. Predictions for temperature, sun, storm, rain and more for the next 5 days.