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Murder inquiry launched after Briton, 85, found dead at his home in Gers in south-west France
The man was attacked during the night of Friday to Saturday. His car is reported stolen
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Why hornets can be more dangerous in France in autumn
Cyclists, runners and walkers attacked around country
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New TGVs delayed as France opens railways to competition
Concerns grow over the future of smaller stations
€24m masterpiece must stay in France
A 13th CENTURY masterpiece – Florentine artist Cimabue’s Mocking of Christ – must stay in France after US buyers paid €24.1million for it.
The 25.8cm by 20.3cm work heralds the start of the Italian renaissance and was found hanging in a modest home in Compiègne, Oise.
The culture minister refused an export licence and has 30 months to fund a purchase.
See also: French family keepsake up for auction at €24m
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