Mayday

Traditional May 1 marches expected to be quiet in France today

More than 250 protests are planned across the country but union heads say there is a ‘morose mood’ so soon after the presidential election

Money, tax, pensions: What changes in France in May?

A new month always brings a set of changes for people living in France. Notable changes for May 2019 include a drop in gas prices, and a drop in contributions for certain pensioners.

'Mayday' emergency call originated from m'aidez

English may be the international language of travel and aviation but did you know that the key emergency words are French in origin?

Cars and driving: What's new in France in 2025
Are France’s other republics megalomania or fun?
Letters: How are hybrid cars supposed to carry a spare tyre in France?
Letters: Retirement in France costs more than €15,000 a year
Residency rights and border changes: What's new in France in 2025
Former schoolhouse makes quirky French home for US family
Explore the spectacular natural amphitheatres of France

Mayday

Traditional May 1 marches expected to be quiet in France today

Money, tax, pensions: What changes in France in May?

'Mayday' emergency call originated from m'aidez

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Cars and driving: What's new in France in 2025

Are France’s other republics megalomania or fun?

Letters: How are hybrid cars supposed to carry a spare tyre in France?

Letters: Retirement in France costs more than €15,000 a year

Residency rights and border changes: What's new in France in 2025

Former schoolhouse makes quirky French home for US family

Explore the spectacular natural amphitheatres of France