Drought map: See what water restrictions apply in your departmentWe give a breakdown of the departments under drought warnings, alerts and crisis-level alerts
France sets out winter energy saving plan for residents and businessesBrief cuts to electric radiators at peak times, money for car-sharing and added financial incentives for home working – we outline the key proposals being announced this afternoon
French pharmacists offer medical consultations in new trialFifty pharmacies in Brittany are now able to advise patients who have 13 common symptoms, in an effort to compensate for a lack of doctors
‘No need for panic’ over petrol station shortages says French officialNew stocks are said to be on their way as 10% of stations have reported a lack of fuel this week
Why a plane will be flying low over some French towns in coming weeksThe north east of the country has been chosen to be studied as part of a scientific project run by NASA and 49 other teams
UK PM Liz Truss joins first meeting of new ‘club of European nations’The European Political Community was first suggested by President Macron. It is hoped that Ms Truss’ participation will help improve UK-EU relations
Enedis’ energy-saving water heater plan: five questions and answersThe energy company will be allowed to deactivate the water heater mechanisms of 4.3 million customers from 12:00-14:00 over the winter
French gas supplies filled but residents urged to control usageThe French energy regulator announced that winter reserves were at more than 99% on October 5
Coronavirus: Daily updates on the situation in FranceHow many recorded new cases are there? Who in France can access a fourth vaccine dose? How is the vaccination campaign progressing? We explain
Covid-19: Rules for travel to and from FranceWe look at the rules for travellers between France and the UK, the US, Canada, Australia, EU countries and more
Foreign children among those ‘adopted’ by French stateChildren who lose a parent in a terror attack in France can receive financial help, regardless of their nationality
Trauma remains for children of July 14 terror attack in NiceAs the trial continues over the terrorist attack in Nice, France, on July 14, 2016, psychologists are helping children to overcome their trauma
Return of Covid face mask rules under consideration in FranceThe president of the official body which monitors health risks made the statement as eighth wave of virus mounts
France will not require motorbike contrôles techniques after all Until recently, the roadworthiness checks were expected to become obligatory from October 1, but the government has now outlined alternative plans
The French restaurants in TripAdvisor’s Top 10 highest-rated for 2022Two sites have made it into the Fine Dining rankings, as part of the Travellers’ Choice Awards 2022, which span 51 countries over six continents
French man rescued after falling down hole while checking water meterHis wife found him after he did not come back. He was slightly dizzy but unharmed
Charging cables to be standardised in European Union from 2024The European Parliament has adopted a law requiring all portable devices sold in the bloc - such as phones - to have a USB-C port. Laptops will be included from 2026
Filming for Woody Allen’s first-ever all-French film begins in ParisThe American director has said that he has ‘always wanted to be a French director’
SNCF opens ticket sales for Christmas train journeys around France TGV Inoui and Intercités trains can be booked up to January 2, while Ouigo service reservations are open up to July 2023
Enedis’ right to turn off water heaters in France: Are you affected?The energy-saving measure will be felt by those who use a lot of hot water in the early afternoon
Major cities in France refuse to screen or support Qatar World CupMayors across the country have condemned the 2022 event, saying that it is an ‘aberration’ from a human rights, environmental, and sporting perspective
Petrol and diesel prices rising again in France after sustained fallOctober is – so far – the last month in which customers can benefit from both government and TotalEnergies discounts at 30 and 20 cents per litre
