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Why are Tour de France cyclists called ‘runners’ in French?

The linguistic reason is long, arduous and surprising - much like the race itself

Published: 8 August 2022

Author: Justin Postlethwaite

The Eiffel Tower watches over me as I write

Sarah’s Key author Tatiana de Rosnay says success did not come easily for her. And when it did come, it was a struggle.

Published: 21 November 2018

Author: Samantha David

P*****! My arms are falling off!

There are many ways to express surprise in French – how many do you know?

Published: 10 November 2016

Author: Jessica Smith