French Word of the Day: Scotch
You might be surprised to hear a French child asking for scotch.
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Ryanair threatens to axe flights to France over proposed eco tax
The budget airline Ryanair has threatened to axe half of its flights to French regional airports over a proposal to increase the €3 'eco tax' on plane tickets.
read moreMalian junta sacks civilian PM and his government
Mali's junta chief has sacked civilian Prime Minister Choguel Kokalla Maiga and the government, days after Maiga issued a rare criticism of the military rulers.
read moreBeaujolais Nouveau: 13 things you need to know about France's famous wine
Today is Beaujolais Nouveau Day in France, the day bottles of red hit the shelves. But how much do you know about the famous (or perhaps infamous) wine?
read moreLATEST: What disruption will Thursday's French rail strike cause?
With unions calling for French rail workers to walk out on Thursday, here is what you can expect in terms of strike-related disruption on train services in France.
read moreWheels in motion for railway strike action across France
The four trade unions at France's rail company SNCF are calling for a general strike and protest marches on Thursday, ahead of a rolling strike mid December. They are angry over the proposed dismantling…
read moreFrench farmers call off border blockade after talks with Prime Minister Barnier
French farmers protesting pay and conditions and a prospective EU-Latin America trade deal have lifted a blockade on the Spanish border after an expression of support from Prime Minister Michel Barnier.
read moreBrazen thieves steal rare snuffboxes from Paris museum
Four thieves stole snuffboxes and other precious artifacts from a Paris museum in broad daylight on Wednesday, a source familiar with the case said, breaking into a display case with axes and baseball bats.
read morePODCAST: French sex lives explained, Notre Dame's unholy row and is Le Pen facing the end?
The Talking France podcast is back tackling all the latest news from France, including increasingly militant farmer protests, airline delays and the never-controversial subjects of sex, religion and politics.
read moreFrance summons Azerbaijan ambassador over President Aliyev's 'unacceptable' remarks at Cop29
France has summoned Azerbaijan's ambassador to Paris over 'unacceptable remarks' made by the country's President Ilham Aliyev last week at the Cop29 climate talks he is hosting in Baku.
read moreWhy French mayors give out food hampers at Christmas
The famous French solidarity is particularly evident at Christmas, when local authorities deliver gift hampers packed with delicious treats.
read moreCalendar: Tax deadlines in France in 2025
If you live in France or own property here you should expect to pay some taxes as – in return for a pretty robust welfare state – France is among the most highly taxed countries in Europe. Here's when that is likely to happen in 202
read moreChildren are 'first victims' of climate change, French rights watchdog warns
France's Defender of Rights urges the government to address climate change's impact on children. The organisation outlines several key recommendations in a report released Wednesday to mark United Nations…
read moreWhere in France will it snow this week?
With cold weather settling upon France, many parts of the country are predicted to see flurries of snow this week.
read moreWill it snow in Paris on Thursday?
With cold temperatures settling in across northern France, forecasters have placed several French départements, including those in the Paris region, on alert for snow and ice on Thursday.
read moreFrench farmers lift Spanish border blockade after talks with PM
French farmers protesting pay and conditions and a prospective EU-Latin America trade deal on Wednesday lifted a blockade on the Spanish border after an expression of support from Prime Minister Michel Barnier.
read more'Hello, Dolly!' comes to Paris: Hit musical celebrates 60th anniversary
Paris is not always associated with musical theatre, but little by little the French capital is becoming more like Broadway and the West End. The latest live show to wow critics and audiences alike is "Hello, Dolly!". On Entre Nous, we speak to Car
read moreHow to deal with incorrect French property tax bills
Bills are now being sent out for taxe d'habitation - but recent changes to tax laws mean that most people shouldn't have to pay this. Here's how to check if your bill is correct, and challenge it if it isn't.
read moreAfrican delegates urge action, hope for last-minute deal in Azerbaijan
Negotiators at the UN climate talks in Azerbaijan are working to overcome a deadlock in negotiations. African representatives are emphasizing that, despite being the least polluting continent, Africa…
read more'Ouest-France' becomes first French newspaper to stop posting on X
French regional daily Ouest-France, the top-selling paper in the country, is the latest in a string of European publications to suspend posts on X, formerly Twitter. The social media platform is accused…
read moreFrench farmers call for more protests next week
Actions including roadblocks, bridge blockades and demonstrations have taken place across France this week, but the anger of farming unions shows no sign of cooling, with plans announced for fresh actions next week.
read moreFrench Word of the Day: Flotter
This French word can be used at the beach on a sunny day, or in the dead of winter when the clouds look ominous.
read moreOPINION: French farmers are heading for an EU showdown in the New Year
The first of a series of winter offensives against the French government has begun - writes John Lichfield. Farmers, just ahead of rail workers and civil servants, are demonstrating in at least 80 places around the country.
read moreTop-selling daily French daily newspaper stops posting on X
French regional daily Ouest-France, the top-selling paper in the country, announced it was suspending posts on X following the takeover of the site formerly known as Twitter by billionaire Elon Musk.
read moreStrike at French cognac maker Hennessy over efforts to dodge China tariffs
Hundreds of employees of French cognac maker Hennessy, part of the LVMH group luxury empire, have gone on strike to protest against measures the brand plans to employ to circumvent Chinese tariffs imposed in a spat with the EU.
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