PHOTOS: Northern Lights stun in skies across southern France Phenomena was seen across almost all of France this weekend
New summer flights and flat-rate rail pass: 7 French travel updates We also look at baggage fee changes, a ferry and train offer - and the installation of motorway barriers to keep out boars
WATCH: Brothers’ battle in French table tennis final ends in tears Older brother Alexis Lebrun comes out on top - and jumps on the table to celebrate while his brother cries
news French inheritance law: EU contacts France over ‘possible breach’ French lawyers have widely criticised the 2021 forced heirship law, which affects the option for non-French people to use the law of another country
Robert Badinter, the man who ended the death penalty in France, dies The former justice minister pushed through a bill to abolish executions in 1981. The last person to be guillotined in France was in 1977
Which cheek? How many? The truth about bises in France Website reveals regional differences for common form of greeting
Day 10 French regional Christmas specialities: Beerawecka from Alsace This needs to be baked days ahead if you want it on your table for Christmas
France to launch large-scale trial of school uniforms Experiment will be carried out to see what changes this may bring without any cost to parents, says minister
Five homes with a sea view for sale in France for less than €500,000 These are perfect for those looking for coastal living at an affordable price
Day 8 French regional Christmas specialities: Cardons from Rhône-Alpes A relatively forgotten vegetable, cardons make a come-back on Christmas tables
PHOTOS: It began with a candle in 1852: Lyon’s Light Festival returns Find out more about this internationally renowned festival here
End in sight for driver fuel shortages in Paris and surrounding areas Supplies have been running low due to strike action
Look up to see up to 80 shooting stars an hour from tonight in France What you should see is the Geminids meteor shower
French woman hospitalised after boar charges at her as she gardens The pensioner now has plaster over half of her body Day 6 of French regional Christmas specialities: Vin chaud Less than €500,000: five bargain chateaux for sale in France Jean-Michel Jarre to perform for 400 years of Palace of Versailles
Warning over insecticide used against bed bugs in France The product is suspected to be the cause of the death of a man in Lyon Why ground in south-west France is still burning from 2022 forest fire French MPs vote for ban on single-use ‘puff’ electronic cigarettes Free light show delights every night at Amiens Cathedral Three injured as small plane forced to land near flats in Paris suburb Citroen, Peugeot, Opel: cars recalled over high emissions in France
France’s largest wind turbine is installed - at 167 metres tall It comes as government plans to grow the country’s offshore wind power
Facebook users duped over data, says French consumer association It has now joined a Europe-wide investigation into Meta's practices
Musical festivals in France in 2024: who is playing and when Make sure to add these dates to your diary
Winter Olympics 2030: France is the only candidate remaining Bids by Switzerland and Sweden have already been ruled out
More snakes kept as pets in France - some are escaping Following two recent examples in Toulouse, we ask a fireman what to do in the rare occurence you find one
Chance to buy private island in the Loire - you will need a boat too The island has 33 hectares of land for agricultural use and a nineteenth century hunting lodge to restore
France plans to ban smoking in more places - will it work? Campaigners say it is not enough to make a significant difference
Tips for reducing your bank charges in France From overdraft to withdrawal fees, as well as online banking, we look at ways to save
20 Ryanair passengers left at Carcassonne airport as plane takes off Travellers left grounded included a woman on the way to her daughter's wedding and a mother and son travelling for a chemotherapy appointment
Bid to make public toilets free in France The change is particularly targeted at train stations which charge for access
PHOTOS: Seven beautiful Christmas markets in France There are few better ways to get in the festive spirit
How to spot fake sellers of calendars in France Warnings issued after the number of scams begins to rise once again
Low-cost Toujust stores close in France, some Bricoramas may follow Both chains have been facing economic difficulties
Paris plans to reduce speed limit on outer ring road from 70 to 50km/h The move aims to reduce environmental and noise pollution
Supermarket ham terrine recalled around France The meat could contain the harmful salmonella bacteria and should not be eaten
Senators vote in favour of no-show fees for GP appointments in France Around 27 million appointments are estimated to be missed by patients each year
First stereotype busting event for older people being held in Paris The aim of the event to give a voice to retirees
Restos du Coeur winter campaign opens but funds too low to help all The charity says it is relying on the generosity of donors and faces having to turn away some people coming for help
Doctors oppose plans for video consultations at French train stations They recommend improving rail services to isolated areas instead
Alert over rise in number of meningitis cases in France post Covid Experts are calling for an updated vaccination strategy
Eggs from chickens in private greater Paris gardens not to be eaten Regular consumption could cause an increased risk of developing health effects
Hundreds of flights cancelled in French air traffic controller strike Destinations in the south are particularly impacted
Napoleon’s bicorne hat sells for €1.9m at French auction The sale broke the previous world record for one of his iconic hats, ahead of the release of Ridley Scott’s new film about the emperor's life this week
VIDEO: Hunters believe this clip shows a wolf in Brittany Analyses will be carried out to confirm the sighting
Strange fireball seen in skies above west France was a missile test Maintaining operational credibility of France's nuclear weapons was necessary given the international environment, said the Ministry of the Armed Forces
Supermarket frozen burgers recalled across France Potential allergenic substances are not identified on the packaging
Cigarettes to be banned on Nice beaches from next summer The mayor says the move is to preserve the health of both people and the environment
Apple launches ‘Tap to Pay’ in France allowing payment between iPhones The move makes it possible to make payments without going through a payment terminal
Children in France can write to Father Christmas via La Poste Letters can be sent up until December 20 and each will receive a response
Ouigo €19 deal in France and look to book February TGV tickets Tickets for the TGV InOui, Intercités and TGV Lyria trains are set to go on sale for early 2024
Warning as ‘black computer screen’ scam targets people in France The threat comes from a network of up to 300 cybercriminals based in Israel
2025 Tour de France will start in the north It will be the first start on French roads for four years
182,000 march against antisemitism across France This is the largest such demonstration for more than three decades
PHOTOS: See French WW1 soldier’s bedroom left unchanged since 1918 After the poilu was killed in battle his parents chose to keep the room as it was on his last visit home
What is the march against antisemitism in France this Sunday? There has been much debate over who will or will not be attending
Former winner of TV’s The Voice to represent France at 2024 Eurovision Discover the song he will perform at the contest here
Which areas see most lottery wins in France? Pack your bags, here are the ‘luckiest’ regions on the EuroMillions
Telephone chargers and bikes recalled in France for safety faults The public are being warned not to use the items
Seven much-used scams to watch out for in France They are happening more often and are becoming harder to spot
Residency cards, expulsions, second homes: what French bill proposes Senate is scrutinising immigration law which seeks to toughen some rules and lighten others
Painting destined for the bin ends up at Louvre and valued at €24m It is being hailed as a ‘crucial milestone’ in the history of art and will have an exhibition dedicated to it
Watch out for fake officials and aid scams after storms in France Their aim is to benefit from the damage caused
PHOTOS: Northern Lights turn French skies pink and purple The spectacle was seen in several areas - and not just in the north
Why first Wednesday of month sirens did not sound across France today Authorities usually test the emergency warning system at noon
Storms in France: Insurers advise action to limit damage to home They also recommend checking contracts to see you have the appropriate cover
Why people in France also call Toussaint break ‘the potato holidays’ What children do during these holidays has radically changed
100 fake bomb alerts raised at airports in France in 12 days The government aims to file a complaint for every hoax
Cinemas, airports: off-duty police to be able to carry guns in France The Ministry of the Interior has prepared a decree to be published shortly
Explainer: the rules for collecting wood from forests in France? We explain the practice of affouage which allows people to collect wood legally
France sees strong interest in cross country skiing despite less snow The sport which saw a boom during the Covid years continues to attract participants
Ten French airports receive bomb alerts, five evacuated Disruption to air activity was kept to a minimum
Yoghurt recall in major supermarkets across France The affected products should not be eaten for risk of digestive irritation
French dog owner gets €10,000 bill over rescue of pet stuck in pipe The Jack Russell had been missing for two days but was eventually found by another dog
PHOTOS: Rare Turkish-style villa is up for sale… in Brittany The unique neo-moorish property has outstanding sea views and is said to be as architecturally interesting inside as outside
Woman, 19, dies in crash as wild boar crosses motorway near Toulouse Two other people were seriously injured in the accident which happened in the rain
Several types of bottled supermarket milk recalled in France The public are being warned not to consume the products concerned
Explainer: The documents needed for French long-stay visa application This is for those wishing to stay in France for more than three months