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Fibre internet connection grant available in more than 3,000 French communes

See if you are eligible and how to apply ahead of the ADSL copper network shutdown

Americans flock to renew passports in Bordeaux

In-person appointments are usually exclusively available in Paris, Marseille and Strasbourg

France launches winter 2025–2026 flu and Covid vaccination campaign

Millions are given free voucher for flu injections - or you can pay independently

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Why French health authorities will be sending you more emails

Easier access to information on reimbursements aims to reduce fraud in sector

Simplification of French visa process in the pipeline

More 'digitalisation' expected for UK applications as some US applicants now benefit from postal option

French clothes bins open again with €49million government boost

Charity says its collections are slowly getting back to normal

Expansion to Nice airport approved by courts: completion expected in 2026

Upgrades will bring annual capacity up to 18 million

Photos: rare fallstreak cloud spotted in skies over southern France

A passing plane is thought to have caused the spectacular phenomena

French weekly weather forecast September 29 - October 3: Dry and chilly

Temperatures will drop over the week in most areas

French firm Virbac launches first medicated kibble to treat kidney disease in cats

Pet owners often struggle to make their pet swallow medicine

Fake delivery driver scam spreads across France: how the fraud works and what to do

Victims are tricked into handing over their bank cards under the pretext of paying a small delivery charge

DPE calculations ‘ignore centuries of French building practice’, says housing expert

Older properties are penalised by current estimates, says the president of Maisons Paysannes de France, Gilles Alglave

French woman with bipolar disorder hitchhikes across France to fight stigma

Léa Vigier is travelling the country with a sign reading “J’suis bipolaire. Tu m’invites?” to spark conversations, challenge stereotypes, and raise awareness of mental illness

Clay shrinkage cracks: financial help for homeowners in high-risk French regions

10 million homes may suffer from damage

French farmers stage ‘snail’ operations and supermarket protests over imports

A nationwide day of action is underway

French police issue national alert over abduction of girl, 12, from Orne

Police are searching for 34-year old man they believe responsible for kidnapping

Three deaths in France linked to legionnaires' disease: how to protect yourself

More than 50 recent cases have been declared in Haute-Saône and Savoie, and a boarding school accommodation block has closed

Seat numbering system on French TGV trains to change

New three-digit system already in place on other trains in network is being utilised to ‘harmonise and simplify’ train travel

Graph: See how Covid-19 cases are rising in France

Hospital visits for suspected cases are up 37%

European Central Bank recommends keeping €70 - €100 in cash at home

Demand for physical cash increases during ‘major systemic instability’

Interview: British couple ordered to leave France due to bad year at work

Couple have invested at least €300,000 in home, wood cabin gîte and farm in Dordogne

What to check if you buy medicines online in France

Health authorities are warning people to stay alert to increasing scams and non-legitimate sites

More than 500 native chikungunya cases in France since May - where?

A popular seaside town has become the unwitting centre of an unprecedented outbreak

French unions call for new round of strike action on October 2

Disruption is again expected in travel, health, and education sectors

How to contest incorrect speeding fines in France

Have you fallen victim to a defective camera or incorrect information? Here is what to do

French nationality and residency cards: start date confirmed for tougher tests

Card changes relate mainly to newcomers invited to local Ofii offices for French test

EES: Eurotunnel estimates two minutes extra for UK-France travel

Lorries and coaches will be affected first with car travellers following later this year

Photos: first snows of season in the Pyrénées, Alps to follow soon

Temperatures in mountain range dropped more than 20C over the weekend

France’s A9 motorway to be blockaded this weekend as farmers protest

The blockade will be part of a major day of action

‘Lizard’ road sign in France - this is what it means

Livestock, deer…lizard? The sign warning of a rare kind of animal hazard

How did populist parties perform in France compared to other countries in last EU elections?

Most - but not all - countries saw the right significantly outperform the left

Nice airport: near collision between easyJet and Nouvelair planes on runway

Planes were just metres away from serious crash - inquiry opened

Driver in Brittany dies after being swept away on flooded road

Woman was driving to work in the early morning after heavy storms

Changes make it harder to claim for flight compensation in France

The current free of charge route of filing a court claim is set to end

French weekly weather forecast September 22 - 26: cold snap and snow returns to mountains

Morning frosts are expected in central areas as showers persist across most regions

Flash floods hit Brittany and south - one dead

Woman dies as car swept away and streets in south submerged by torrential rain

Inquiry opened into French air controller who fell asleep on job

Aircraft left circling above Corsican airport for almost 20 minutes

France set to require amateur sea fishers to declare key catches

Recreational fishers who go into set zones in a boat would need to register specific catches in bid to protect fish numbers

SFR sale may affect millions in France

Telecoms provider has lost nearly one million customers since summer 2023

New Covid strain named ‘Frankenstein’ expected to spike in France this autumn

Vaccination campaign set to begin in October

Man dies from hornet attack whilst gardening in north of France

The 54-year-old went into fatal anaphylactic shock following multiple stings - we explain what to do if you discover a nest near your home

Heritage Days in France: ideas for visits this weekend plus photos

Over 2,000 sites are set to welcome visitors for free on September 20 and 21

Row over porn access as Free adds VPN to French mobile contracts

Virtual private networks may allow users to bypass age verification laws

Ryanair new boarding pass requirements: French flights impacted

Airline will no longer accept physical boarding passes on most flights from November 3

French unions issue ‘ultimatum’: new strikes expected

Separate action has already been called by pharmacists, air traffic controllers and teachers in coming weeks

French weekend weather forecast September 20 - 21: storms return but temperatures stay high

Thunderstorms are expected to be violent on Sunday

Extra security checks on French bank transfers from next month

You may wish to verify existing beneficiary details to avoid payments to them potentially being blocked

Pioneering French surgery restores sight to man using part of his tooth

Revolutionary operation allows people to regain most of their vision after their cornea is damaged

French policeman charged with rape of British tourist

The Marseille prosecutor opened an inquiry after the tourist filed a complaint

Roads blocked, trains disrupted: September 18 strike latest

Up to 90,000 police deployed in largest operation since gilets jaunes

Trial of burglars who invaded UK retirees' home in south-west France begins

Husband was knocked unconscious before intruders stole items including jewelry and cash

France’s egg consumption soars leading to shortages

Supply of French-origin eggs is struggling to keep up with demand

British retiree cycles Tour de France route for charity

Dyll Davies, 66, rode 6,400km over 41 days

18 French departments launch service to help elderly with administrative procedures

‘Help desks’ will be set up in public establishments such as town halls and post offices

Graphic: One in five French workers employed in state sector

There are nearly six million workers in the ‘fonction publique’ in France, covering several areas

‘Black day for travel’: French strikes on September 18 set to bring widespread disruption

Unions and parties on left are calling for massive turnout from workers across multiple sectors

Living near vineyards in France linked to higher pesticide levels, study shows

Children aged 3-6 are particularly affected

French association matches struggling students with helpers

Could you be a supporter for a student in need, or do you know one who could benefit?

French farmers call for major protest day: key details and impact

Demonstrators expected to target supermarkets and prefectures

French workers who fall sick on holiday can now get holiday days back

Landmark ruling seeks to apply EU law after France was warned of non-compliance

French weekly weather forecast September 15 - 19: A return to summer?

Plenty of sunshine and temperatures of 30C and above in the south-west bring a late summer bloom

New French PM targets 30-minute health access for all

Network of 5,000 'France Santé' centres planned by 2027

Why French air controllers called off September 18 strike and instead plan October action

Three-day stoppage will impact air travel early next month

Listen: Stag bellowing season to begin in French forests

Every year, nature-lovers gather to listen out for the sound and even compete to imitate it best. A 500-hour livestream is available of the bellowing season on TV this year

How a Brittany commune hopes to get strangers talking

A conversation bench is one of many initiatives being trialled to develop a spirit of friendship

Warning over fire risk as many in France flout rubbish sorting rules

Discarded batteries suspected to be cause of at least some of the fires

Video: raccoon spotted in French Pyrenees

Local animal experts say this is ‘not good news’ and ask the public to report any further sightings

Man in custody over death of French jogger was previously imprisoned twice for rape

DNA of jogger, 28, was found in the man’s car

French weekend weather forecast September 13-14: Rain for most areas

Summery conditions will only be present in the south on Sunday

How France is preparing for the age of longer lifespans

The Connexion visits the Genii Longevity conference in Geneva to talk to experts on new technologies, lifestyle changes, and future medicines

Make sure you sell before buying a new French property, say notaires

Buoyant market in some parts of France had tempted some to buy before confirming sale

‘Living in France is an advantage for longer life’

Best way of ageing slowly is prevention, a healthy lifestyle and seeing your doctor, says longevity expert

Can you name, in order, France's seven prime ministers since 2017?

President Macron has appointed a joint-record number of people to the position

Petition against France loaning Bayeux Tapestry to the UK reaches 72k signatures

People are concerned the 11th Century artefact could be damaged during transportation

Air France rolls out free on-board WiFi service

All planes should have technology by end of next year

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Fibre internet connection grant available in more than 3,000 French communes

Americans flock to renew passports in Bordeaux

France launches winter 2025–2026 flu and Covid vaccination campaign

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Photos: rare fallstreak cloud spotted in skies over southern France

French weekly weather forecast September 29 - October 3: Dry and chilly

French firm Virbac launches first medicated kibble to treat kidney disease in cats

Fake delivery driver scam spreads across France: how the fraud works and what to do

DPE calculations ‘ignore centuries of French building practice’, says housing expert

French woman with bipolar disorder hitchhikes across France to fight stigma

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French farmers stage ‘snail’ operations and supermarket protests over imports

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French pharmacists call off strike action after agreement with new prime minister

French police issue national alert over abduction of girl, 12, from Orne

Three deaths in France linked to legionnaires' disease: how to protect yourself

Seat numbering system on French TGV trains to change

Graph: See how Covid-19 cases are rising in France

European Central Bank recommends keeping €70 - €100 in cash at home

Interview: British couple ordered to leave France due to bad year at work

What to check if you buy medicines online in France

More than 500 native chikungunya cases in France since May - where?

French unions call for new round of strike action on October 2

How to contest incorrect speeding fines in France

French nationality and residency cards: start date confirmed for tougher tests

EES: Eurotunnel estimates two minutes extra for UK-France travel

Photos: first snows of season in the Pyrénées, Alps to follow soon

France’s A9 motorway to be blockaded this weekend as farmers protest

‘Lizard’ road sign in France - this is what it means

How did populist parties perform in France compared to other countries in last EU elections?

Nice airport: near collision between easyJet and Nouvelair planes on runway

Driver in Brittany dies after being swept away on flooded road

Changes make it harder to claim for flight compensation in France

French weekly weather forecast September 22 - 26: cold snap and snow returns to mountains

Flash floods hit Brittany and south - one dead

Inquiry opened into French air controller who fell asleep on job

France set to require amateur sea fishers to declare key catches

SFR sale may affect millions in France

New Covid strain named ‘Frankenstein’ expected to spike in France this autumn

Man dies from hornet attack whilst gardening in north of France

Heritage Days in France: ideas for visits this weekend plus photos

Row over porn access as Free adds VPN to French mobile contracts

Ryanair new boarding pass requirements: French flights impacted

French unions issue ‘ultimatum’: new strikes expected

French weekend weather forecast September 20 - 21: storms return but temperatures stay high

Extra security checks on French bank transfers from next month

Pioneering French surgery restores sight to man using part of his tooth

French policeman charged with rape of British tourist

Roads blocked, trains disrupted: September 18 strike latest

Trial of burglars who invaded UK retirees' home in south-west France begins

France’s egg consumption soars leading to shortages

British retiree cycles Tour de France route for charity

18 French departments launch service to help elderly with administrative procedures

Graphic: One in five French workers employed in state sector

‘Black day for travel’: French strikes on September 18 set to bring widespread disruption

Living near vineyards in France linked to higher pesticide levels, study shows

French association matches struggling students with helpers

French farmers call for major protest day: key details and impact

French workers who fall sick on holiday can now get holiday days back

French weekly weather forecast September 15 - 19: A return to summer?

New French PM targets 30-minute health access for all

Why French air controllers called off September 18 strike and instead plan October action