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Closure of BBC Radio 4 Long Wave: how can I continue listening in France?
As of this weekend, listeners will no longer be able to access the station on their radios
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Heatwave in France: 72 departments placed on red alert
The heatwave is expected to persist until Sunday
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Why are so many trains in France cancelled during heatwaves?
Commuters point to countries in Africa and Asia where trains still run in extreme heat
First aid driving test
First aid knowledge will become part of the French driving test next year.
Government figures estimate that between 250 and 350 lives could be saved if certain first aid steps were carried out at accidents before the emergency services arrived.
