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English-French crossword (intermediate): September 5, 2026

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French senator proposes prison for throwing cigarette butts during wildfire-risk conditions

Senator Sébastien Pla said the current €135 fine is not enough to deter the behaviour

Union calls for mass public-sector strike on September 29 - how you could be affected

‘Enough is enough!’ easyJet pilots’ union calls two-day strike for September

The announcement follows last month’s cabin crew strike, which led to nearly 100 flight cancellations

France authorises tests of self-driving Tesla cars on its roads

The tests come less than two months after France raised safety concerns over the system

End of EES ‘flexibilities’: will Monday see long queues at French borders?

EU rules which allow border points to halt collection of biometric data at busy times are about to end

Tips for choosing a mutuelle in France – and what should you expect to pay?

‘People sometimes pay much more than the market’ - how to avoid overpaying

Two outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease leave three dead in France

Misting device thought the cause of most cases

A view of a mother and her schoolgirl child

Why are school children’s bags so heavy in France?

The problem persists despite official weight recommendations

French mayor bans mosquitoes from flying over his commune

No mosquitoes have been arrested yet – but the town is taking the nuisance seriously

France tourism proves resilient despite heat and wildfires - but the holiday map is changing

Extreme heat appears to be changing where some holidaymakers choose to go

What is the average number of pupils in a French state school class – and how does it compare with the UK and US?

France’s declining population is helping to reduce average class sizes

Temperatures to near 40C in southern France as summer confirmed as hottest ever

Five departments on orange alert; only second time France has issued this level of heatwave alert in September

Who is responsible for repairing the electrical system in a new house in France?

The seller must provide a dossier de diagnostic technique, including a diagnostic électricité for installations older than fifteen years

A view of a man holding a model house and a model question mark

Explained: taxes and legal residence in France and the UK

International lifestyles can make the matter more complex

France court rules owner must prevent cracks to claim damages

'Homeowner failed to take usual measures', court rules

New rules for French heat pump grants require device to be made in Europe

Updated criteria for heat pump installation aid came into force this month

Understanding French vide greniers, braderies and brocantes

Similar to flea markets and car boot sales, the season for these events starts in September

US self-driving taxi company sets up business in France

Waymo claims its taxis are safer than cars driven by humans

‘Don't panic!’ Residents in south of France commune warned of boa constrictor on the loose

The albino boa is not venomous, but residents in town in Hérault advised not to approach it

Briton crashes car into cafe terrace, injuring three in south-west France

A breathalyser alcohol test carried out at the scene is said to have registered positive

Windmill,Park.,Offshore,Wind,Turbines,Farm,On,The,Ocean.,Sustainable

D-Day beach: turbines 'forever change nature and atmosphere'

Site significantly impacted by the installation of a large commercial wind farm, says reader

Eurozone inflation reaches 3.3% - see how France compares with its neighbours

The increase was mainly driven by higher energy prices

Intense forest fire with bright flames and thick smoke over a dark tree line at night.

Arsonist in southern France jailed for five years for starting four fires this summer

474 arrests have so far been made this summer in relation to wildfires

Police helicopter brought in to tackle spate of burglaries in Dordogne, south-west France

Officers checked 170 vehicles during the three-hour operation

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French senator proposes prison for throwing cigarette butts during wildfire-risk conditions

Senator Sébastien Pla said the current €135 fine is not enough to deter the behaviour

Union calls for mass public-sector strike on September 29 - how you could be affected

‘Enough is enough!’ easyJet pilots’ union calls two-day strike for September

The announcement follows last month’s cabin crew strike, which led to nearly 100 flight cancellations

France authorises tests of self-driving Tesla cars on its roads

The tests come less than two months after France raised safety concerns over the system

End of EES ‘flexibilities’: will Monday see long queues at French borders?

EU rules which allow border points to halt collection of biometric data at busy times are about to end

Tips for choosing a mutuelle in France – and what should you expect to pay?

‘People sometimes pay much more than the market’ - how to avoid overpaying

Two outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease leave three dead in France

Misting device thought the cause of most cases

Why are school children’s bags so heavy in France?

The problem persists despite official weight recommendations

French mayor bans mosquitoes from flying over his commune

No mosquitoes have been arrested yet – but the town is taking the nuisance seriously

France tourism proves resilient despite heat and wildfires - but the holiday map is changing

Extreme heat appears to be changing where some holidaymakers choose to go

What is the average number of pupils in a French state school class – and how does it compare with the UK and US?

France’s declining population is helping to reduce average class sizes

Temperatures to near 40C in southern France as summer confirmed as hottest ever

Five departments on orange alert; only second time France has issued this level of heatwave alert in September

Who is responsible for repairing the electrical system in a new house in France?

The seller must provide a dossier de diagnostic technique, including a diagnostic électricité for installations older than fifteen years

Explained: taxes and legal residence in France and the UK

International lifestyles can make the matter more complex

France court rules owner must prevent cracks to claim damages

'Homeowner failed to take usual measures', court rules

New rules for French heat pump grants require device to be made in Europe

Updated criteria for heat pump installation aid came into force this month

Understanding French vide greniers, braderies and brocantes

Similar to flea markets and car boot sales, the season for these events starts in September

US self-driving taxi company sets up business in France

Waymo claims its taxis are safer than cars driven by humans

‘Don't panic!’ Residents in south of France commune warned of boa constrictor on the loose

The albino boa is not venomous, but residents in town in Hérault advised not to approach it

Briton crashes car into cafe terrace, injuring three in south-west France

A breathalyser alcohol test carried out at the scene is said to have registered positive

D-Day beach: turbines 'forever change nature and atmosphere'

Site significantly impacted by the installation of a large commercial wind farm, says reader

Eurozone inflation reaches 3.3% - see how France compares with its neighbours

The increase was mainly driven by higher energy prices

Arsonist in southern France jailed for five years for starting four fires this summer

474 arrests have so far been made this summer in relation to wildfires

Police helicopter brought in to tackle spate of burglaries in Dordogne, south-west France

Officers checked 170 vehicles during the three-hour operation

French senator proposes prison for throwing cigarette butts during wildfire-risk conditions

Senator Sébastien Pla said the current €135 fine is not enough to deter the behaviour

Union calls for mass public-sector strike on September 29 - how you could be affected

‘Enough is enough!’ easyJet pilots’ union calls two-day strike for September

The announcement follows last month’s cabin crew strike, which led to nearly 100 flight cancellations

France authorises tests of self-driving Tesla cars on its roads

The tests come less than two months after France raised safety concerns over the system

End of EES ‘flexibilities’: will Monday see long queues at French borders?

EU rules which allow border points to halt collection of biometric data at busy times are about to end

Tips for choosing a mutuelle in France – and what should you expect to pay?

‘People sometimes pay much more than the market’ - how to avoid overpaying

Two outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease leave three dead in France

Misting device thought the cause of most cases

Why are school children’s bags so heavy in France?

The problem persists despite official weight recommendations

French mayor bans mosquitoes from flying over his commune

No mosquitoes have been arrested yet – but the town is taking the nuisance seriously

France tourism proves resilient despite heat and wildfires - but the holiday map is changing

Extreme heat appears to be changing where some holidaymakers choose to go

What is the average number of pupils in a French state school class – and how does it compare with the UK and US?

France’s declining population is helping to reduce average class sizes

Temperatures to near 40C in southern France as summer confirmed as hottest ever

Five departments on orange alert; only second time France has issued this level of heatwave alert in September

Who is responsible for repairing the electrical system in a new house in France?

The seller must provide a dossier de diagnostic technique, including a diagnostic électricité for installations older than fifteen years

Explained: taxes and legal residence in France and the UK

International lifestyles can make the matter more complex

France court rules owner must prevent cracks to claim damages

'Homeowner failed to take usual measures', court rules

New rules for French heat pump grants require device to be made in Europe

Updated criteria for heat pump installation aid came into force this month

Understanding French vide greniers, braderies and brocantes

Similar to flea markets and car boot sales, the season for these events starts in September

US self-driving taxi company sets up business in France

Waymo claims its taxis are safer than cars driven by humans

‘Don't panic!’ Residents in south of France commune warned of boa constrictor on the loose

The albino boa is not venomous, but residents in town in Hérault advised not to approach it

Briton crashes car into cafe terrace, injuring three in south-west France

A breathalyser alcohol test carried out at the scene is said to have registered positive

D-Day beach: turbines 'forever change nature and atmosphere'

Site significantly impacted by the installation of a large commercial wind farm, says reader

Eurozone inflation reaches 3.3% - see how France compares with its neighbours

The increase was mainly driven by higher energy prices

Arsonist in southern France jailed for five years for starting four fires this summer

474 arrests have so far been made this summer in relation to wildfires

Police helicopter brought in to tackle spate of burglaries in Dordogne, south-west France

Officers checked 170 vehicles during the three-hour operation

English-French crossword (intermediate): September 5, 2026

French senator proposes prison for throwing cigarette butts during wildfire-risk conditions

Union calls for mass public-sector strike on September 29 - how you could be affected

English-French crossword (intermediate): September 5, 2026

New life springs in Aude among 2025 wildfire carnage

Bay of Seine scallop catch reaches record levels

‘Enough is enough!’ easyJet pilots’ union calls two-day strike for September

France authorises tests of self-driving Tesla cars on its roads

End of EES ‘flexibilities’: will Monday see long queues at French borders?

Tips for choosing a mutuelle in France – and what should you expect to pay?

Two outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease leave three dead in France

Why are school children’s bags so heavy in France?

French mayor bans mosquitoes from flying over his commune

France tourism proves resilient despite heat and wildfires - but the holiday map is changing

What is the average number of pupils in a French state school class – and how does it compare with the UK and US?

Storms, gales, snow: France’s official weather reports become more detailed

Navigating La Rentrée: My daughter’s first week of school in France

How to save money on having a baby in France

Temperatures to near 40C in southern France as summer confirmed as hottest ever

Who is responsible for repairing the electrical system in a new house in France?

Explained: taxes and legal residence in France and the UK

France court rules owner must prevent cracks to claim damages

New rules for French heat pump grants require device to be made in Europe

Learning French: what does sécher les cours mean and when should it be used?

British couple on why they moved to Alsace for more space and quality of life

British cider maker in southern France wins international prizes

Understanding French vide greniers, braderies and brocantes

US self-driving taxi company sets up business in France

‘Don't panic!’ Residents in south of France commune warned of boa constrictor on the loose

Briton crashes car into cafe terrace, injuring three in south-west France

D-Day beach: turbines 'forever change nature and atmosphere'

Eurozone inflation reaches 3.3% - see how France compares with its neighbours

Arsonist in southern France jailed for five years for starting four fires this summer

Police helicopter brought in to tackle spate of burglaries in Dordogne, south-west France

MORE FROM THE CONNEXION

French senator proposes prison for throwing cigarette butts during wildfire-risk conditions

Union calls for mass public-sector strike on September 29 - how you could be affected

English-French crossword (intermediate): September 5, 2026

New life springs in Aude among 2025 wildfire carnage

Bay of Seine scallop catch reaches record levels

‘Enough is enough!’ easyJet pilots’ union calls two-day strike for September

France authorises tests of self-driving Tesla cars on its roads

End of EES ‘flexibilities’: will Monday see long queues at French borders?

Tips for choosing a mutuelle in France – and what should you expect to pay?

Two outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease leave three dead in France

Why are school children’s bags so heavy in France?

French mayor bans mosquitoes from flying over his commune

France tourism proves resilient despite heat and wildfires - but the holiday map is changing

What is the average number of pupils in a French state school class – and how does it compare with the UK and US?

Storms, gales, snow: France’s official weather reports become more detailed

Navigating La Rentrée: My daughter’s first week of school in France

How to save money on having a baby in France

Temperatures to near 40C in southern France as summer confirmed as hottest ever

Who is responsible for repairing the electrical system in a new house in France?

Explained: taxes and legal residence in France and the UK

France court rules owner must prevent cracks to claim damages

New rules for French heat pump grants require device to be made in Europe

Learning French: what does sécher les cours mean and when should it be used?

British couple on why they moved to Alsace for more space and quality of life

British cider maker in southern France wins international prizes

Understanding French vide greniers, braderies and brocantes

US self-driving taxi company sets up business in France

‘Don't panic!’ Residents in south of France commune warned of boa constrictor on the loose

Briton crashes car into cafe terrace, injuring three in south-west France

D-Day beach: turbines 'forever change nature and atmosphere'

Eurozone inflation reaches 3.3% - see how France compares with its neighbours

Arsonist in southern France jailed for five years for starting four fires this summer

Police helicopter brought in to tackle spate of burglaries in Dordogne, south-west France

French senator proposes prison for throwing cigarette butts during wildfire-risk conditions

Union calls for mass public-sector strike on September 29 - how you could be affected

English-French crossword (intermediate): September 5, 2026

New life springs in Aude among 2025 wildfire carnage

Bay of Seine scallop catch reaches record levels

‘Enough is enough!’ easyJet pilots’ union calls two-day strike for September

France authorises tests of self-driving Tesla cars on its roads

End of EES ‘flexibilities’: will Monday see long queues at French borders?

Tips for choosing a mutuelle in France – and what should you expect to pay?

Two outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease leave three dead in France

Why are school children’s bags so heavy in France?

French mayor bans mosquitoes from flying over his commune