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GR, GRP, PR: What do the French hiking signs mean?
What are the coloured symbols on French hiking routes? Who paints them there and why?
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Miss France: glam - but not sexy
Miss France organiser Geneviève de Fontenay fears she is fighting a losing battle to protect her 'Cinderella dream' from vulgarity
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Normandy Landings visit for Queen
Queen Elizabeth has confirmed a state visit to France, ending rumours she is handing over duties to Charles
Our January issue is on sale now
Connexion starts the new year with its biggest-ever issue, packed with news, features and useful contacts
THE JANUARY issue of The Connexion is our biggest ever, packed with 72 pages of news, features, interviews and useful contacts.
We have also launched a new-look directory this month, with clearer adverts and a layout that makes it easier to find English-speaking businesses in your area.
Copies sold in the Dordogne and Normandy include a free copy of your local community newspaper, The Advertiser.
Here's a look at what's inside:
"The biggest danger to the environment comes from humans: we are literally consuming it."
Big interview: Photographer and eco-activist Yann Arthus-Bertrand
"There is no need for Ségolène Royal to start measuring up the curtains at the Elysée Palace"
Columnist Simon Heffer on the 2012 presidential race
Profile: Politicians of all hues fear that a Front National under Marine Le Pen could redraw France's political landscape
News: British buyers are 'back in force'; France is still top tourist destination; OECD school rankings provide shock; three-year tax break for self-employed; anti-discrimination body under threat; can the euro survive?
Travel: New air links to the UK
Education: €60m scheme to bring teachers online
Business: Medef lends a hand
Community: British cinema in France
Healthcare: Drinking is good for you (up to a point)
Money: This will be a taxing year, says Bill Blevins
Food and wine: Eat your way around France
Property special: Paris leads the leads the way as the market starts to fight back
Retreats: Take a holiday from yourself
Find your nearest newsagent here, or click here to subscribe and start receiving the paper at home from just €30 a year.
Subscriptions received before January 16 will start with the February issue. New subscribers will also receive a free colour 2011 calendar featuring stunning French views.
We also now offer a discounted two-year subscription at €55. Simply enter the promotional code "2YEARS" on the subscription page.