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MAP: How likely are you to pass your French driving test by department?

Your location could make more of a difference than you think

French wine producers fear price increases as a result of US election

The US is France’s fourth-largest trading partners, but tariffs may threaten exports

How many electric vehicle charging ports are in France and where?

Interactive maps can help drivers find available ports

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My life on the road in France living in a self-built tiny house

Geoffrey Celard, 30, explains why he prefers the simple life

What happens in France on November 11 bank holiday and are shops open?

It is the second public holiday of the month in France

Learning French: when and why do we say la douche écossaise?

This expression can describe someone who is acting ‘hot and cold’

No snow tyre fines in France this winter – but insurers may require them

Tyres are required in mountainous communes, but non-compliance will not be punished this winter

Do parents in France risk a fine for picking children up late from school?

Fines can be imposed if a child is frequently absent from school

Boulangers battle to save real bread in France

The country is renowned for its artisan loaves, yet there has been a shift towards cheap industrial bread

Do walkers have to wear hi-vis during hunting season in France?

An online rumour suggests the rules for hunters could be extended to the wider public

Major train travel disruption as Paris-Lyon TGV route closes for four days

Services across France – and internationally – will see journey times increased or be cancelled

French parliament approves law to raise taxes on ‘super-dividends’

The tax will apply to companies with €1 billion in sales or more, such as BNP Paribas, Sanofi, LVMH, and Total

Learning French: when and why do we say pédaler dans la semoule?

A handy phrase to use when you are struggling to find your words

AirBnb rental laws to be toughened in France

Tax reductions will be partially brought in line for long and short-term rentals, with communes having more power over the market

Exploring the complexities of private roads and access rights in France

Droit de passage rules can sometimes lead to decades-long disputes

Scam email alert for clients of three leading French banks

Fraudsters link to bank’s genuine website at some points, making scam look legitimate

Learning French: when and why do we say enfoncer une porte ouverte?

The expression is a useful metaphor for useless actions

Driving through fog in France: rules and penalties for infractions

Many vehicles are now equipped with special fog lights

France celebrates a century of naturism

Marseille exhibition lays bare the continuing allure of French naturist culture

Discover the pros (and some cons) of French civil partnership

Robert Kent of Kentingtons explains the financial benefits and drawbacks of a Pacte Civil de Solidarité

Farmers threaten to ‘block country’ in further mass disruption

‘It's time for the agricultural revolt’ in November, one union says as it threatens to blockade train freight

MAP: Offshore sites identified for new wind farms in France

President Macron has made the expansion of wind generated energy a priority

French fire service asks people to check for empty or unused gas bottles at home

Canisters can be returned to points of sale, reducing fire risk

Walker picking mushrooms in Var loses leg after being shot by hunter, 82

A gendarmerie investigation has now been opened into ‘unintentional violence with a weapon’

France at risk of shortage of citrus fruits after Spanish floods

Production has been affected by the devastating floods in the Valencia region

Tiger mosquitoes are still biting in France in November - wlll it end soon?

The insect can spread disease and is found in many areas of the country

Learning French: avoir l’oreille fine and other ear-related expressions

Master the tricky pronunciation of this phrase

Fines for owners of dogs found out alone in south-west France

In one case, the same dog has been picked up five times in one week, authorities say

New France-US flight route announced by Air France

Paris to Orlando route will be carrier’s 18th destination in US

French rail strike call: wide-scale disruption expected later this month

Four unions are calling for protest action over privatisation plans

France's sealed scientific secrets are unlocked 100 years after submission

Plis cachetés reveal centuries-old sealed envelopes containing scientific discoveries and inventions

Photos: Hi-tech medical concept van to serve rural France unveiled

New vehicle aims to provide medical services in areas lacking doctors, equipped with advanced diagnostic tools

20 million Free clients subject to data leak: what victims should do

Some customers should inform their bank after information stolen

US producer Quincy Jones dies age 91: His long love affair with France

The legendary musician lived and studied in France and maintained links with French artists and producers throughout this life

400 French communes declared natural disaster zones after October floods

Property owners have 30 days to make insurance claim

What do US presidential candidates pledge to change for Americans abroad?

The hopefuls have been targeting the nearly five million Americans who live overseas

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in November

Several French cheeses are good to eat this month - alongside a Swiss classic

Learning French: when and why do we say avoir la poisse?

This slang phrase describes someone who is stuck with bad luck

How much does a house cost in ‘the healthiest department’ in France?

This area scored well in a national study on air pollution, green spaces, healthy shops, and hiking trails

France’s top literary prize 2024 awarded to author Kamel Daoud

The Prix Goncourt is widely seen as France’s version of the Nobel prize for literature

What do the different number plate colours of cars mean in France?

Standard passenger vehicles must be white, but do you know what the other colours signify?

British woman warns of struggle to report lost residency card

The issue was compounded by the difficulty in getting a face-to-face meeting at the prefecture

Important changes for drivers in central Paris from November 4

A 5.5 km2 zone in the centre will now have traffic limitations in place

Man fatally shot while taking part in hunt in Dordogne

The 49-year-old was found with a gunshot wound to the stomach

Learning French: the origins and meaning of c’est de la daube

Find out how to express dislike in the manner of a native French speaker

Flash sale of high-speed TGV French train tickets

200,000 cut-price tickets are on offer

Warm and dry: Weather in France this week November 4 - 8

Predictions for sun, storm, rain and temperatures across the next five days by area

Website shares list of cars acting as speed cameras in France

Unmarked vehicles operated by private companies perform the role in many departments

Netflix, BeIN, Disney: half-price deal to mark French TV giant Canal’s anniversary

Deal includes sports channels that show Premier League and Champions League football, NBA basketball as well as access to Disney+, Apple TV+ and Netflix

Key dates for tax payments this November in France

Second-home owners will receive their taxe d’habitation statements this month and many residents will see an income tax payment taken from their bank account

British teen refused French benefits for having 'wrong type of card'

Delay in receiving her post-Brexit residency card has left teenager unable to access housing and transport benefits during her internship

French wine production faces sharp decline

Adverse weather conditions across France's key vineyards forecast a 22% drop in output for 2024

Why have thousands of hospital beds closed in France?

A new report shows that the number of full hospitalisation beds has dropped by more than 10% in 10 years

Brittany steps up fight against rising numbers of wild boar

Global warming is enabling the boar to proliferate which brings higher risks to roads, trains, farms, and private residents

How young Britons in France can get a residency card at 18

The children of Brexit Withdrawal Agreement card holders need to apply for the right to stay

Rising cost of vehicle spare parts in France leads to increase in thefts

Official figures reveal a sharp increase in thieves targeting car parts such as bumpers and doors

Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this November?

See which vegetables complemented by France’s staple citrus fruit, the clementine

Garden waste disposal is free in Dordogne until November 9

Seven Dordogne déchèteries are offering green waste drops that do not count towards residents’ total

Firefighters, postal workers, rubbish collectors: Alert on calendar scams in France

Many professions offer calendars at this time of year - but not all sellers who visit your home are genuine

Farmers step up protest action in south-west France

Farmer protest placards include the slogan: ‘Those who feed you are dying of hunger’

Mont d’Or cheese recalled across France due to risk of salmonella

Product was on sale in most French supermarket chains including Auchan, Intermarché, Leclerc and Carrefour

French weather outlook: Dry two weeks ahead

Stormy October weather gives way to clear skies in November

Learning French: when and why do we say être sage comme une image?

A rhyming phrase which often describes well-behaved children

Kalashnikov rifle and other weapons found hidden at Nice train station

A passenger spotted the arsenal partly concealed in a false ceiling in the public toilets

Some French flight prices for 2025 have already increased due to budget plans

Air France has increased prices in anticipation of the new budget…before the vote has even taken place

Thousands of jellyfish wash up on Brittany beaches

The species, usually found in warmer Mediterranean waters, were brought in by storms

How does France's public debt compare with the rest of Europe?

The new government has made it a priority to rein in the deficit

French films and TV shows to improve your language in November

Watching shows and films can useful to improving your language learning

Reader experiences: Travelling to France with dogs

Four dog owners tell The Connexion about their struggles since Brexit

French property market: Six key points from latest notaire data

Signs of recovery in view from post-Covid slump although sales numbers and prices remain low

Does working on a bank holiday in France impact pay?

The company, sector, and collective staff agreements can all affect workers’ entitlement

How to get help to tend a grave in the UK or US if you live in France

Organise regular visits to trim, tidy and place flowers for your loved ones

Dog thefts on rise in France: what breeds are being targeted and where

More than 20,000 dogs were reported as lost nationwide in 2023

How and when to see shooting star shower in France this November

Consider these dates and locations to get the best views

Driver fails to register change of address and amasses €14,500 in fines from same French radar

The drive was unaware he was accruing fines as they were sent to old home

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