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Photo: what is the strange ‘hair ice’ phenomenon seen in France recently?

Extremely rare formation is occurring in eastern woodlands

Macron confirms what he wants to say to Trump when he visits US next week

Ukraine, EU and US relations and geopolitical situation are unsurprisingly key topics

Nouvelle-Aquitaine airport suspected of paying illegal subsidies to Ryanair

An investigation claims the payments were allegedly made to keep the airline operational there

Mass cheese recall launched in France over E.coli fears

Several major supermarkets are affected, ‘Morbier’ cheese in particular is recalled

French village implements temporary road closures to protect frogs

The initiative aims to save up to 50 amphibians per night from being crushed

Plastic in bottled water: these brands identified in France as least affected

A new consumer study claims four popular brands offer the safest water to drink

People with gardens urged to spot and report this common but dangerous pest via French ministry site

How to report sightings and avoid a reaction to pine and oak caterpillars

Photos: Monaco and two French Mediterranean jewels named as Best European Destinations

The three French-speaking destinations appeared in the 2025 top 20 rankings

Now is the time for many to install Asian hornet traps in France

Some councils are offering free or subsidised traps, with tips on how to capture the early queens

Holiday traffic jams: Avoid these routes in France this weekend

School holiday season sees many heading to – or returning from – Alpine resorts

Temperatures of 22C and rain: French weekend weather outlook February 22 - 23

Sunday is the best day for outdoor activities

France’s healthcare system remains among world’s best in latest ranking

New report highlights access to quality and affordable care

Scotland-France ferry plan faces delays

Grant negotiations with Scottish government stall new ferry service aimed at boosting freight links between Rosyth and Dunkirk

83 bears live in the Pyrenees show latest data - should we be scared of them?

Critics say bears threaten livestock but proponents call for better co-existence and advise what to do if you come across one

Immigration chief replies to Connexion over French residency cards and ‘hard’ language tests

‘There will always be some who say the new level is too high, but the current A1 requirement is insufficient to integrate successfully, for example for work. It’s extremely basic.’

How much do flats and houses rent for in your area of France? See official data

An interactive map allows you to check at commune level

Origin of all meat must be displayed by French restaurants and canteens

Rules previously applied only to beef

Uber Ski connects French transport hubs to Alpine ski resorts

Prices are fixed with all vehicles able to carry snowsport equipment

18 new and upcoming changes in France in March 2025

Bank fees, healthcare costs, and various changes to public transport usage are among the most noticeable

French parliament to vote on law to offer €150 a month card for healthy food

The card would be intended to benefit consumers and farmers, and comes after successful trials of similar schemes in Bordeaux and Montpellier

Egg prices: Why France is more protected from the high rises seen in US

France is currently unlikely to see similar sharp price increases, an expert says

New quicker way to prove identity and ticket for more train travel in France

Official app can create code that shows both ticket and ID information

Photo: appeal for witnesses in France over UK cold-case mystery

Charity believes woman was from north of Paris and died in a car accident

French MP complains over lack of foie-gras in parliamentary restaurants

MP from Gers in the south-west told menus have been changed to feature more ‘sustainable’ dishes

Photo: new road hazard for drivers in Brittany… a wallaby

The mysterious animal has been seen several times since December

Flu cases still rising in these 14 French departments

Nationwide levels are showing a marked decline but the south-west is still particularly impacted

French MP presses ministry over easier visas for second-home owners

Philippe Lottiaux says he regularly hears of problems from British homeowners in his Var constituency

Driving getting safer in France, suggest January 2025 road safety statistics

Fewer drivers, motorcyclists, and cyclists died last month - but more pedestrians lost their lives

Most older people continue to live in own homes, new stats show

New figures reveal trends on the growing number of older people and their living situations

Return of mega promos on soap powder and other hygiene items proposed in new French bill

Supermarkets sold items at up to 80% off before the current cap of 34% was introduced

Photos: The best places to buy a second home in Provence named in new ranking

The list considered 28 criteria to rank 90 villages in the sought-after region

ZFE: Basque Country to ban most-polluting vehicles from June 2025

It comes as increasing numbers of towns in France are introducing low emission zones

More French communes bring in ‘intelligent’ traffic lights to fight speeding

The lights force approaching drivers to slow down to the correct speed limit

Ranking shows the best places to live in France in 2025

A wide range of data and thematic criteria was used to sort 34,935 communes nationwide

Why it is going to get much warmer in France this week

Temperatures will be above the seasonal average and could reach 22C in some places

Large increase in maximum pollen alert levels in France

There are now 30 departments on high alert, up from eight last week

Photo: mystery of upside-down camping car in ditch in Brittany

The vehicle was found in an almost vertical position with no one inside or at the scene

Regional park in west of France named dark-sky preserve

Reduced public lighting means up to 4,000 stars can be observed in the Landes de Gascogne

Help clear France’s rural footpaths in national drive to preserve access

The often-neglected chemins ruraux are a key part of countryside heritage

List: Car models with potentially dangerous airbags in France

Millions of vehicles made between 1998 and 2019 are affected

Many cigarette prices expected to fall in France this March

The reduction in prices comes after several months of increases

Psychological support in place for locals after deaths of British couple in France

Andrew and Dawn Searle were found dead at their home in Aveyron on February 6

Why France is reviewing reducing aid for solar panels

A new draft decree has caused concern among some in the renewable energy sector

Data of more than 200,000 Chronopost clients in France stolen: what to do if affected

The information, including some phone numbers, may be used by scammers at a later date

These types and models of cars are most likely to be stolen in France

Thieves are also increasingly using electronic methods to steal vehicles, research shows

Many small firms and self-employed in France soon obliged to issue digital invoices

One small business group has called for more support for the extra costs

Save money on electricity bills with simple Linky smart meter check

Checking that your meter matches your electricity consumption can help you save

High risk of allergies in southeast France

The national air monitoring network has issued advice for people allergic to alder, hazel, cypress pollen

French art gallery exhibits paintings made by a two-year-old

The abstract creations are being displayed until next week

New Bordeaux-Edinburgh flight route announced by easyJet

Flights will operate twice a week from the end of June

Alert after several dogs found to have been poisoned in south-west France

Cases are widespread in and around Bordeaux and reports are increasing

Tom Cruise gets special thanks from prestigious French flying club

Actor receives ‘Grande Médaille’ joining ranks of astronauts and aviators

Four major French banks to share cash machines to better serve rural areas

The partnership is aiming to position ATMs more strategically and usefully

Record number of driving fines in France confirmed in latest official report

43 million fines for driving offences were recorded, a rise of 500,000 year-on-year

Why thousands of Normandy residents will soon have to change address

5,000 new street numbers are set to be distributed by mid-March

Germany to prolong France border checks

The ‘exceptional’ measures have been extended before key election

New London - Brest easyJet route announced for June

It is the second route between the two cities

Why the cost of water is rising for homes across France

Factors including inflation and increased anti-pollution measures have been blamed

Tips to save money when hiring a car in France

From comparing deals to private swaps, and checking for extra costs and insurance, here is how

Gas bills set to rise in France from March

Benchmark price can be used to see if you are paying too much on your contract

Look up to see the ‘snow moon’ from early evening tonight in France

And if you stay up late, it will be visible alongside one of the brightest stars in the sky

Driver wins French speeding appeal due to radar day and time error

The man was not even on the road at the time stated on the fine

Repeat incivilities on public transport in France may soon be punishable by jail time

Offenders who spit, put their feet on seats or play music too loud are targetted by new proposal

French investigators confirm details of British couple's deaths

The first official statement on the case released on February 11 is published in full here

Teachers in Paris strike over planned school closures

Sector threatens further action with job cuts and class closures on the horizon

Photos: D-Day beaches and Carcassonne put forward for UNESCO recognition

The iconic sites are set to be considered in July next year

Air France customers can now buy train tickets using air miles

Expansion of ‘Train+Air’ scheme sees vouchers of up to €100 available

112 communes in France recognised as natural disaster zones after flooding

The status was confirmed after Rennes had its ‘rainiest month since 1945’

Millions of taxpayers in France will soon need to supply extra information

Returns made this spring will ‘step up’ the information requested about regular at-home help

French mayor bans showing of British film judging it to be racist

Far-right director is currently serving jail sentence in UK and film is banned in UK

Breaking: Nationwide computer failure affects local trains in France

Delays are worst in south-east and around Paris

Inquiry gives its support to Nice airport expansion, recommends environmental checks

The airport wants to increase capacity to over 18 million – currently around 14.5 million – and is constructing a 25,000m² extension to one of its terminals

Passenger exits plane by emergency slide as aircraft taxies on Paris airport runway

The man was intercepted by transport police and other passengers were evacuated from the plane

8 out of 10 people in France want hunting banned at weekend

A similar percentage is in favour of banning hunting during school holidays as well

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Photo: what is the strange ‘hair ice’ phenomenon seen in France recently?

Macron confirms what he wants to say to Trump when he visits US next week

More trains and routes linking UK to France (and other European countries) expected under new agreement

Nouvelle-Aquitaine airport suspected of paying illegal subsidies to Ryanair

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Mass cheese recall launched in France over E.coli fears

More trains and routes linking UK to France (and other European countries) expected under new agreement

Mass cheese recall launched in France over E.coli fears

French village implements temporary road closures to protect frogs

Plastic in bottled water: these brands identified in France as least affected

People with gardens urged to spot and report this common but dangerous pest via French ministry site

Photos: Monaco and two French Mediterranean jewels named as Best European Destinations

Now is the time for many to install Asian hornet traps in France

Holiday traffic jams: Avoid these routes in France this weekend

Temperatures of 22C and rain: French weekend weather outlook February 22 - 23

France’s healthcare system remains among world’s best in latest ranking

Scotland-France ferry plan faces delays

Americans in France: 1 in 4 people born in US who move across live in Paris

Mayors in south-west France asked to sign petition for door-to-door bin collections

Almost all of France is now on maximum alert for pollen allergies

83 bears live in the Pyrenees show latest data - should we be scared of them?

Normandy residents warned against increasingly common and dangerous landslides

American skier breaks leg in France and finds help by contacting emergency services… in the US

App to ease new EES border control checks is now ready - how it will work

Action against mosquitoes already launched in several areas of France

Why repairing your car in France is becoming increasingly expensive

Immigration chief replies to Connexion over French residency cards and ‘hard’ language tests

How much do flats and houses rent for in your area of France? See official data

Origin of all meat must be displayed by French restaurants and canteens

Uber Ski connects French transport hubs to Alpine ski resorts

18 new and upcoming changes in France in March 2025

French parliament to vote on law to offer €150 a month card for healthy food

Egg prices: Why France is more protected from the high rises seen in US

New quicker way to prove identity and ticket for more train travel in France

Photo: appeal for witnesses in France over UK cold-case mystery

French MP complains over lack of foie-gras in parliamentary restaurants

Photo: new road hazard for drivers in Brittany… a wallaby

Flu cases still rising in these 14 French departments

French MP presses ministry over easier visas for second-home owners

Driving getting safer in France, suggest January 2025 road safety statistics

Most older people continue to live in own homes, new stats show

Return of mega promos on soap powder and other hygiene items proposed in new French bill

Photos: The best places to buy a second home in Provence named in new ranking

ZFE: Basque Country to ban most-polluting vehicles from June 2025

More French communes bring in ‘intelligent’ traffic lights to fight speeding

Ranking shows the best places to live in France in 2025

Why it is going to get much warmer in France this week

Large increase in maximum pollen alert levels in France

Photo: mystery of upside-down camping car in ditch in Brittany

Regional park in west of France named dark-sky preserve

Help clear France’s rural footpaths in national drive to preserve access

List: Car models with potentially dangerous airbags in France

Many cigarette prices expected to fall in France this March

Psychological support in place for locals after deaths of British couple in France

Why France is reviewing reducing aid for solar panels

Data of more than 200,000 Chronopost clients in France stolen: what to do if affected

These types and models of cars are most likely to be stolen in France

Many small firms and self-employed in France soon obliged to issue digital invoices

Save money on electricity bills with simple Linky smart meter check

High risk of allergies in southeast France

French art gallery exhibits paintings made by a two-year-old

New Bordeaux-Edinburgh flight route announced by easyJet

Alert after several dogs found to have been poisoned in south-west France

Tom Cruise gets special thanks from prestigious French flying club

Four major French banks to share cash machines to better serve rural areas

Record number of driving fines in France confirmed in latest official report

Why thousands of Normandy residents will soon have to change address

Germany to prolong France border checks

New London - Brest easyJet route announced for June

Why the cost of water is rising for homes across France

Tips to save money when hiring a car in France

Gas bills set to rise in France from March

Look up to see the ‘snow moon’ from early evening tonight in France

Driver wins French speeding appeal due to radar day and time error