I’m a rapist like others here, says Frenchman who let 50 strangers rape wife Men who raped her were ‘aware’ she was unconscious, he told court
France launches health inquiry across the population The study is starting with a trial and is set to be rolled out nationwide next year
Storms in south as cold winds from storm Boris set to hit France Weather warnings are in place in south-east and Corsica
news Latest on impeachment proceedings against Macron from French left A motion to impeach the president is under scrutiny and may soon be voted on by MPs
Il y a du monde au balcon: Fun French expression no. 8 Some link this to theatre imagery - can you guess what it might signify?
Drivers can compare local contrôle technique fees at new official French website You can search by engine type and commune or use an interactive map
IMAGES: How €100m revamp is set to give Bordeaux airport a new look Venue said to be ‘making efforts’ after years of low rankings based on Google reviews
'French sheltered housing works for me and can be good option for foreign residents' Briton David Barlow says a shared living complex in rural France offers him a village-like community, while enabling him to stay independent
Three cars confiscated as French police helicopter helps spot speeders on national route The operation helped officers on ground to catch offenders
European Heritage days: seven places to visit for free in Paris Thousands of sites are participating in the event on September 21 and 22
Is it possible to apply for a cap on my French property tax bill? Some property owners can limit how much they pay if they have exceptionally low income
How long should it take to exchange a foreign driving licence for a French one? The process can appear slow is linked to the complexity of the checks officials must carry out
How France’s new free health checks work People in four key age groups are eligible and the 30-45 minute checks are designed to offer better preventative care
Conversion of Paris Olympic village into flats for sale continues Up to 20% of the flats will be turned into social housing, but many of the rest are now available to purchase French far-right leader Marine Le Pen loses appeal in defamation case Faut pas pousser mémé dans les orties: Fun French expression no.7 Severe disruption on Barcelona – Paris TGV due to fire near border
Trial allowing motorbikes to ride between lanes extended in France The test is ongoing in 21 departments Weather in France September 16 – September 20: Forecast by area this week 4.5-magnitude earthquake shakes Cannes and Nice Mystery of severed feet in shoes found by river Seine near Paris C'est pas le pingouin qui glisse le plus loin sur la banquise: Fun French expression no. 6 Interview: Guillaume Musso, the top-selling French author inspired by Agatha Christie
UK’s new ETA travel fee permit: rules for French and other non-British visitors We also look at whether binationals and the family of UK nationals are exempt, when this is due to start and if there will be changes to passport lanes
Clear and dry with a cold north wind: French weekend weather update September 14-15 The unseasonably low temperatures may feel more like October
Photos: magical Northern Lights images from across France September 12 The phenomenon was visible as far south as Alsace thanks to a busy period of solar flares
When will the members of France’s new government be announced? Right-wing PM Michel Barnier who was appointed last week says there will be new people as ministers and not just a reshuffle
One of France’s oldest and ‘plus beaux’ hilltop villages evacuated due to wildfire Roads were closed off as 800 firefighters fought to control the blaze in southern France. Around 400 hectares of forest have been destroyed
Owner finds his two missing dogs in France 300km apart, 10 years on He now believes that the golden Labradors were stolen in 2014
Braderie de Lille 2024: Mussel shells to be made into benches Several hundred tonnes of mussels will be consumed over the festival, which dates back to the 12th century
Tickets for Olympic athlete parade in Paris sold out in under two hours Athletes expected to take part include judo gold medallist Teddy Riner, record-breaking swimmer Léon Marchand and rugby star Antoine Dupont
Paris ring road: region to oppose October speed cut to 50 km/h It comes after the Ile-de-France president said the Paris mayor was ‘denying democracy’
Why speaking French is good for your brain Learning a new language can improve brain health and even delay the onset of dementia
Mettre les pieds dans le plat: Fun French expression no. 5 A similar expression exists in English, can you work out what it is?
Online translation tools: Funny results between French and English Some expressions can give amusing results when put through an online service, such as Google Translate or DeepL
British retiree in France refunded after paying £2,100 to drive in Ulez Transport for London rectified Low Emission Zone error after The Connexion reached out about his case
‘Unlimited’ easyJet strike notice announced over plan to close French base Union says ‘large-scale joint action’ will be confirmed in coming days
Brigitte Macron to make appearance in new Emily in Paris series ‘We had a fantastic time together. It was a real honour,’ says star Lily Collins
BMW recalls around 64,000 vehicles in France over possible brake fault 1.5 million vehicles are affected worldwide
Telegram boss: What is his ‘exceptional foreigner’ status for French nationality? President Macron says he ‘totally backs’ the decision to give the founder citizenship
What fruit, vegetables and fish are in season in France this September, 2024 Government website lists locally available produce and offers healthy recipes using them
Ca ne casse pas trois pattes à un canard: Fun French expression no. 4 Can you guess what this expression means in English?
Eurostar flash sale includes Paris-London tickets for €39 Tickets can be purchased online and cover journeys running until late November
Pyrénées road connecting France and Spain will be closed for months Last weekend’s storms caused damage to the route in several places
Shepherd defends role of patou dogs after hiker calls for rescue Wolves are not the problem - tourists need to respect nature, says shepherd Raymond Riera
UK-France ferry firms aim to expand time-saving deal from freight to cars Agreement between two major operators cuts port waiting times by 25%
Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in September Cheeses with a stand-out flavour are recommended for the month
French authorities announce major reform to workers’ sick pay rules The cost of sick leave days is expected to ‘increase by more than €1 billion’ to €17 billion by the end of 2024
British veteran of D-Day landings in France dies aged 104 Don Sheppard was among troops which liberated Bergen-Belsen concentration camp
Possible botulism outbreak linked to French market food, five hospitalised All had eaten the same artisan product sold at markets and fairs in central France and the jars were not correctly sterilised
MAP: which French cities resisted house price drops of 2023? Several major cities saw prices fall by over 10% year on year
British hiker's disappearance in France highlights importance of safety tech The disappearance of a retired doctor in the Pyrénées underscores the critical role of location-sharing technology in mountain rescue operations
France’s quickest traffic lights stay green for just 6-8 seconds One light only lets a couple of cars through at a time - and some say it is dangerous
PHOTOS: See inside our quirky French home, a 13th-Century watermill Giles and Fi Stonor restored the ancient Moulin De Latreille to create an idyllic retreat in rural France
Péter dans la soie: Fun French expression no. 3 This expression translates to ‘to fart in silk’ - we explain how to use it
Alert over scam ‘useful numbers’ fridge magnets posted in letterboxes in France A useful number magnet, with official-looking designs, is being posted into residents’ letterboxes
Driving app Waze update to make journey times in France more accurate The previous version has bugs, which are affecting iPhone users. Here is how to ensure you have the latest update
France’s annual supermarket wine sales: dates and deals autumn 2024 Bottles of Bordeaux, Côtes-du-Rhône, Bourgogne and Champagne are available at low prices
Marine Le Pen: ‘We expect Michel Barnier to act’ ‘At least he is aware that immigration is a major problem’, said the head of the Rassemblement National
Weather in France September 9 – 13: Forecast by area this week A significant temperature drop is on its way as we look at predictions for sun, storm, rain - and snow - for the next 5 days
Photo: 50-metre hole cuts road in two after storms in France Alerts remain in place for flooding and storms in several areas
French flights hit by last-minute Gatwick disruption Chaos from unexpected staff shortage impacts flights to Paris, Bordeaux, and Marseille as well as dozens of cities worldwide
Avoir le temps de tuer un âne à coup de figues molles: Fun French expression no. 2 This expression is often used in the south
Drivers face fines as France tyre ban comes into force The use of ‘all-season’ 'M+S' tyres without the 'three peak mountain snowflake symbol' - is to be penalised from November in certain areas
Protests held across France against new PM Barnier - is more action expected? Police say 110,000 people took to the streets on Saturday but organisers say the number was far higher
Immigration, EU, pay: What are PM Michel Barnier's known policies? The new PM likely faces an uphill battle in parliament to push policies through, as there is still not a clear majority
Suspended jail term and fine for French MP in €114,000 expenses fraud Socialist Jean-Christophe Cambadélis has been found guilty in a criminal court in Paris
Danone drops Nutri-Score label on drinkable yoghurts after downgrade The creator of the Nutri-Score has said the change is a “deplorable” step backwards
Couple use official '90-day' calculator for French trip – but told dates wrong Border guards gave two different dates deadline for ferry passengers to return to the UK - both of which were different to the calculator's
French study praises ‘miracle product’ against bedbugs The study found that a commonly-used clay powder is effective against the insects
Mediterranean storms and lots of rain: French weekend weather update September 7 - 8 Poor weather is expected for most over the coming days
On va pas chercher midi à quatorze heures : Fun French expression no. 1 Find out what this amusing French expression means so you can start to use it in your conversations
Why far right support is key to whether Michel Barnier stays as French PM Threat of no confidence vote looms over new prime minister
Wife raped by 50 men on husband’s invitation opts for open trial in France ‘I have nothing to hide, nothing to be ashamed of’, she told the courtroom, waiving her right to anonymity
850,000 retirees in France will see their pension increase from October Eligible pensioners will also receive an average €600 retrospective payment
Do not fall for a scam relating to a ‘gift’ Decathlon tent in France It is being spread via a Facebook post that invites users to take part in ‘a simple competition’...
PHOTOS: Dramatic scenes as violent storms hit southern France Roads in Marseille were flooded and some homes in the back country behind Nice were evacuated by precaution
Are French property owners set for some good tax news? Lower year-on-year inflation means that next year’s tax increase should be lower - but not all owners will be affected equally
Half a million 'illegal' speed bumps could be flattened after French court ruling Two that did not meet the 1994 standards have already been demolished
French authorities launch major crackdown on illegal streaming The watchdog has already blocked almost 200 sites since the start of the Ligue 1 football championship
Three French cities offer free public transport - and soon four? Clermont-Ferrand could become the latest to introduce daily free travel
Do older drivers have to sit any aptitude tests in France? In some EU countries medical tests for elderly drivers are an annual requirement