Profiles

As a new book sings the praises of funnyman Jacques Tati, The Connexion examines his influence and how it lives on

Extreme canoeist Nouria Newman is in search of new adventures after managing to be recognised as a sports professional and getting a visa for the US, The Connexion discovers

‘I have a little idea...’ said Coluche in 1985. The much-loved comedian struggled with alcohol and drug addiction, won a César for his role in gritty drama Tchao Pantin, ran for President, founded Restos du Coeur, and soon after died in a motorbike crash

Inspiration for the emblematic poppy came from the war poem In Flanders Fields

She is arguably best known as one of the judges and mentors on M6’s epic culinary competition Top Chef, but there is far more to the trail-blazing chef Hélène Darroze than reality TV.

At the edge of a quiet French hamlet is a country garage where more than just a corner will be forever England.

Hunting-dog accidents are such a regular event at the vets’ practice I visit that no appointments are scheduled for Sat­ur­day afternoons – that time is reserved solely for them.

Writer Benjamin Legrand has written for Connexion a moving letter, published below, in memory of his half-brother the composer, conductor, pianist and singer Michel Legrand, who died last month.

Louis Pasteur worked hard to secure his legacy, while saving millions, writes Samantha David