government
European Heritage Days: 10 sites in France with a view
The 43rd edition of the EU-wide open day takes place on the weekend of September 19-20. Here's a selection of open sites to get a new perspective on the surroundings....
The Paris
All News
News
In Camembert country, drought exhausts apples, livestock and people
While Normandy is not the region of France most affected by drought this year, the signs are tangible. It has raised questions about the future of cider and milk production....
News
French deficit widens, PM Lecornu delays hopes to reach 5% of GDP in 2027
France's deficit is expected to rise to 5.4% of GDP in 2026, far from the 5% target, the government acknowledged on Thursday. After this setback, the prime minister hopes to regain control of public finances in 2027, but economists remain skeptical....
News
La Belle Vie: From museums to dance classes, embracing the rentrée in France
From new movie releases to art exhibitions, autumn festivals and a return to the dance studio, this week’s La Belle Vie explores why the rentrée can be the perfect time to rediscover culture in France....
News
Explained: Are AI 'pervert glasses' legal in France?
The EU is considering legislation, but in the meantime what is the legal situation in France - a country with famously strict privacy laws - when it comes to the smart glasses which can be used to surreptitiously film or take photos?...
News
'Minotaur,' France's Oscar pick: An unflinching portrait of a country's moral decay
France's Oscar committee on Wednesday chose Cannes Grand Prix winner 'Minotaur' to represent the country at the Academy Awards in 2027. Shot by Russian director Andrey Zvyagintsev in Latvia, the film aligns its aesthetics with the moral darkness it portrays....
Local
France to host two table tennis World Cups, building on Olympics momentum and Lebrun brothers
The French Table Tennis Federation announced on Thursday that France will host the 2027 and 2028 editions of the sport's singles World Cup, first in Montpellier and then in Paris....
business
Will competition on French railways actually mean cheaper train tickets?
France's mighty state-owned rail company SNCF is facing competition with the arrival of new operators on French routes - but will more competition actually mean cheaper tickets for passengers?...
News
France picks Russian-language film 'Minotaur' as its choice for 2027 Oscar glory
A marital drama set against the war in Ukraine, produced by French companies, will compete for the best international film Oscar in March 2027. A "subtle and judicious" choice, according to film expert Jean-Philippe Domecq....
government
Fact check: Will Marine Le Pen hold a Frexit referendum if she becomes president of France?
The National Rally politician was once a keen proponent of a vote for France to leave the EU, following in the UK's footsteps.
News
French fishermen renew protest as France boosts aid over soaring fuel prices
French fishermen renewed protests over rising fuel costs on Thursday despite the government increasing subsidies for the sector and extending support for farmers and construction companies. Diesel prices are nearing a record high, fuelling wider concern over the cost of living an...
News
ANALYSIS: Are Le Pen's 'French preference' plans feasible or even legal?
France's Marine Le Pen has reiterated her support for the idea of 'French preference' - a policy that would exclude legal long-term foreign residents of France from certain types of housing, benefits and jobs. But could this ever actually happen?...
News
Macron hosts Lebanon security talks to back 'indispensable' army
French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed the leaders of Lebanon and Jordan on Thursday for talks on shoring up support for the Lebanese army as the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission comes to its end....
News
How Americans in France can benefit from international credit unions
As many US banks are closing the accounts of their customers in France, international credit unions may be a viable option for the banking and investment needs of Americans living overseas....
News
Guinea authorities ban French broadcaster
The West African country's media regulator, which has a history of suspending media outlets, banned the French public television channel France 24 from broadcasting on Wednesday over remarks about President Mamady Doumbouya....
Local
Depardieu appeals court order sending him to trial on rape charges
French cinema star Gérard Depardieu is due to ask a Paris appeals court on Thursday to overturn an order sending him to trial over allegations that he raped actor Charlotte Arnould in 2018....
schools
PODCAST 🎧: Could France really favour the French over foreigners and who derailed the Normandy train?
The Talking France podcast is back with another episode, exploring one of far-right leader Marine Le Pen’s most controversial proposals, the strange story behind a train derailment in rural Normandy, the challenges facing France’s education system and the strength of the French f...
Local
Macron to host King Abdullah II and Lebanon's Aoun to discuss support for Lebanese Armed Forces
The Paris talks come as Lebanon is seeking international backing to strengthen its armed forces and prevent a security vacuum in the south of the country....