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‘No-licence’ cars: six rules to know in France in 2025

Double the number of these cars were registered in 2024 compared to 2019

Hiker videos pack of seven wolves at Alpine ski resort

‘Unprecedented’ video captures wolves roaming on slopes

Deadlines for sending Christmas post from France to UK and other destinations

Deadlines for many international destinations are different

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Aer Lingus to relaunch Dublin-Montpellier route

Service will fly twice per week during summer season with easy US connections touted as bonus

New step-parent law in France? Notaires push for legal and tax recognition

Proposal to recognise legal status with fairer taxation and new rights and duties within families

Funeral held in Normandy for last Native American soldier to survive D-Day landings

Charles Norman Shay was among first to land on Omaha beach and a recipient of Silver Star and Legion of Honour medals

Visual: how healthy do French people think they are?

Progress in smoking rates but more than one in five people polled say they feel they drink excessively

Lost cat reunited with French family after 11 years thanks to identification tattoo

Tattoo helped shelter to find owners of the injured, elderly cat

‘We thought it was a plane crash’: magnitude 3.9 earthquake hits Nîmes

Tremors felt throughout suburbs as epicentre only 8km from city

French weekly weather forecast December 15 - 19: heavy rain in south

Temperatures to remain above average despite downpours

Minister open to easing cattle cull rules as French farmers block motorways

Ongoing action comes in response to culling of cattle affected by contagious Lumpy Skin Disease

Many parcel collection points in France are overwhelmed as Christmas approaches

Heavy customer traffic leaves some struggling to cope

Warnings issued over connecting to public WiFi networks in France

Lack of encryption and risk of connecting to ‘fake networks’ leave users at risk of hacking attempts

Provence’s santon makers seek geographical protection for historic craft

The small, hand-painted clay figurines are at the heart of traditional French Christmas nativity scenes

French weekend weather forecast December 13 - 14: calm but grey

Temperatures set to remain above average for the season but become progressively cooler

French supermarket’s ‘vegetarian wolf’ Christmas advert is worldwide hit

Clip has been viewed millions of times after version with English subtitles spread

‘Leave Brigitte Macron alone after anti-feminist comment’: Government official

The president’s wife was filmed backstage at a show by a controversial comedian

French MPs vote in favour of 2026 Social Security budget: What changes for you?

Pension reform suspended but planned freezes on this and other benefits removed

Why your home insurance in France is likely to increase

Climate change-related claims cost more than €5 billion last year

Do drivers still need Crit’Air car pollution stickers in France?

Low-emission zones are set to be removed

‘Eurostar Snow’ trains return connecting London to French Alps

Weekly service stops at six stations close to iconic Alpine resorts

French first as black wolf pack confirmed as living in Var

Female with black coat gave birth to four pups who inherited rare fur

Foie gras, pâté, and terrine: 8 Christmas food ‘scams’ to watch out for in France

Find out which seasonal snacks are on this watchdog’s naughty list for 2025

Far-right MP suggests reopening of legal brothels in France

‘The current system is the height of bourgeois hypocrisy’, he has claimed

Which airline is the worst for delays across Europe?

Three companies saw at least 40% of flights delayed this year

Pets are considered luggage on airlines, EU court rules

Landmark ruling follows loss of dog on Argentina - Spain flight

Rochefort’s Hermione replica put up for sale amid €10m repair shortfall

The association that built the replica 18th-Century frigate needs new investment partners

Storm Bram hits Ireland and UK: France to catch tail-end

Ferry cancellations announced with winds of 115 km/h and seven-metre waves forecast

Paris metro station Villejuif-Gustave Roussy named world’s most beautiful

International architecture award supported by Unesco given to stop on metro line 14

Investigation launched after hunter fires at wild boar just feet from a busy road in central France

A 76-year-old man was taken into custody after the incident

Buyer must compensate sellers after trying to change bid for French apartment

Court orders the buyer to pay compensation to sellers

Musk calls for EU to be abolished after €120 million fine for X

The South African billionaire’s social media platform was found to have breached EU rules

Air France announces launch of Paris CDG – London Gatwick flights

Twice daily flights to start in March 2026

Winter flu spreads across France

Circulation in all age groups increasing in every mainland region

Strike action to hit travellers flying to France from Luton over Christmas

Check-in and baggage handling staff confirmed six days of strike action during the peak holiday period

French weekly weather forecast December 8–12: how long will mild temperatures continue?

Scattered rain limited to the north with the south largely dry and settled

Widow in France wins payout after life assurance company cancels policy blaming Brexit

UK firm had told reader, 80, she would not receive any payment

Millions of Perrier bottles blocked in south of France over bacteria concerns

Anomalies found at plant in Gard

Pink number plates officially arrive in France from 2026

The new system is designed to help curb fraud and make checks easier for police

British teen resident in France had to register in EES on re-entry

13-year-old without a DCEM young person’s travel document was told he would be subject to the 90/180 days rule

Global recall of diabetes glucose sensors: French patients impacted

Up to three million distributed sensors provide dangerously low readings

French weekend weather forecast December 6 - 7: Highs of 20C as temperatures spike

Warm spell comes despite rain in west and north

Why does eastern France celebrate Saint-Nicolas on December 6?

Father Christmas may be known for his present delivery on December 24, but in the east of France, another bearded figure bearing gifts is celebrated much earlier in the month

French home energy bills to rise in 2026

Both household electricity and gas bills will increase

Social charges on UK government pensions: France residents report progress

Issue now drawing attention at the highest levels

Good news for many micro-entrepreneurs in France: plans to lower VAT threshold rejected by Senate

Vote reverses proposal to lower tax exemption thresholds for self-employed workers

EasyJet expected to expand Bordeaux coverage in summer 2026

Aircraft have been redistributed following the closure of Toulouse hub

Briton’s EU voting rights cancelled in last-minute ruling by France's top appeal court

British civil servant Alice Bouilliez had previously been reinstated

France and UK edge closer on youth mobility deal

Key differences remain but partners have struck a 'warmer tone' over plans

Zinc rooftops of Paris find new life as artworks

Customers can take home a piece of the capital’s iconic UNESCO-listed skyline

‘Radiator road’ that never freezes under test in France

High costs could prove barrier to widespread installation of the technology

France ranks second in EU for gender equality

The index tracks key areas to ‘compare how inequalities affect our lives’

Medicines to avoid in 2026 list published by French medical journal

The 108 medicines are considered to pose risks that outweigh the benefits

Speed cameras 'set to flash visibly again' as France's radar network expands

The new system will help to educate drivers, officials believe

Senators vote for €5 tax to be levied on small parcels sent to France

Government wants the tax fixed at €2 as higher amount risks being overturned

Opera singer helps support premature babies at hospital in France

Mezzo-soprano Aline Martin regularly visits neonatal unit

Brexit WA residency card renewals simplified in some departments of France

40,000 five-year documentation due to expire before the end of 2026

New anti-cruise passenger tax could affect UK-France ferries

The proposed amendment ‘does not clearly distinguish cruise ships from ferries’, says minister

Civic tests for French residency cards: Official website now open

Site gives information about training and exams required for multi-year and 10-year cards

Travellers from France warned of major Italian strike in December

Rail, air, and ferry transport all set to be impacted

What to expect from December 2 strikes across France

Schools may be closed as public services, transport, and health sectors also impacted

More French towns put bans and taxes on new second homes

Mairies want to boost availability of housing for locals

What level of wealth is needed to be considered rich in France?

Opinions differ over whether calculations should refer to income only, or total wealth

From Roquefort to Munster: A new ‘Cheese Experience’ opens in Paris

‘French people love cheese, but they don’t always know why’

Assurance vie, wheelchair aid, knife ban: six changes in France this December

Benchmark gas price also drops

Rare champagne from Charles and Diana’s 1981 wedding to go to auction

Bottle was specially produced for the couple’s wedding

French weekly weather forecast December 1 - 5: more rain and temperature yo-yo

Western coast and south-east to see brunt of rainfall

French pet owner fined whenever cat goes onto neighbour’s property

Feline triggers penalties if crossing the boundary after an alleged series of misdemeanours including leaving paw prints...

Casino to open over 400 new stores across France: see where

The retail group runs Casino, Vival, Spa, Naturalia and Franprix brands

Customers in France affected by Ryanair’s closure of frequent flyer club

The subscription scheme only launched eight months ago

French ski resorts report early surge in 2025–26 bookings

Boost in Alps and Pyrenees fuelled by early-season offers

Strikes in France in December 2025 and how you may be impacted

Major action is called for at start of the month

Cancer treatment at risk due to delays for 18-year-old’s WA card, British family warns

Situation has now been eased after British consular service intervened

Christmas warning over French postal customs fees

Anyone sending or receiving cards and parcels from abroad during the festive period should take care

More French cities clamp down on electric scooters

Enforcement of tougher controls proposed on the increasingly popular mode of transport

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‘No-licence’ cars: six rules to know in France in 2025

Hiker videos pack of seven wolves at Alpine ski resort

Deadlines for sending Christmas post from France to UK and other destinations

Aer Lingus to relaunch Dublin-Montpellier route

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Lost cat reunited with French family after 11 years thanks to identification tattoo

‘We thought it was a plane crash’: magnitude 3.9 earthquake hits Nîmes

French weekly weather forecast December 15 - 19: heavy rain in south

Minister open to easing cattle cull rules as French farmers block motorways

Many parcel collection points in France are overwhelmed as Christmas approaches

Warnings issued over connecting to public WiFi networks in France

Provence’s santon makers seek geographical protection for historic craft

France impacted by EU approval for €3 tax on small parcels from outside the union

Winegrowers outraged by €0.01 bottle of wine in French supermarket

Farmers block roads and clash with police in Occitanie over cow culling order

French weekend weather forecast December 13 - 14: calm but grey

President Macron defends French ‘laïcité’: what is this?

Bardella: ‘great patriot’ Nigel Farage will be next UK PM

Couple in France unable to receive post as home ‘too dangerous’ to access

Travellers returning to UK from France warned over taking sandwiches, dairy, and meat

British and French travellers to be impacted by new ‘social media rules’ for US travel

French supermarket’s ‘vegetarian wolf’ Christmas advert is worldwide hit

‘Leave Brigitte Macron alone after anti-feminist comment’: Government official

French MPs vote in favour of 2026 Social Security budget: What changes for you?

Why your home insurance in France is likely to increase

Do drivers still need Crit’Air car pollution stickers in France?

‘Eurostar Snow’ trains return connecting London to French Alps

French first as black wolf pack confirmed as living in Var

Foie gras, pâté, and terrine: 8 Christmas food ‘scams’ to watch out for in France

Far-right MP suggests reopening of legal brothels in France

Which airline is the worst for delays across Europe?

Pets are considered luggage on airlines, EU court rules

Rochefort’s Hermione replica put up for sale amid €10m repair shortfall

Storm Bram hits Ireland and UK: France to catch tail-end

Paris metro station Villejuif-Gustave Roussy named world’s most beautiful

Investigation launched after hunter fires at wild boar just feet from a busy road in central France

Buyer must compensate sellers after trying to change bid for French apartment

Musk calls for EU to be abolished after €120 million fine for X

Air France announces launch of Paris CDG – London Gatwick flights

Winter flu spreads across France

Strike action to hit travellers flying to France from Luton over Christmas

French weekly weather forecast December 8–12: how long will mild temperatures continue?

Widow in France wins payout after life assurance company cancels policy blaming Brexit

Millions of Perrier bottles blocked in south of France over bacteria concerns

Pink number plates officially arrive in France from 2026

British teen resident in France had to register in EES on re-entry

Global recall of diabetes glucose sensors: French patients impacted

French weekend weather forecast December 6 - 7: Highs of 20C as temperatures spike

Why does eastern France celebrate Saint-Nicolas on December 6?

French home energy bills to rise in 2026

Social charges on UK government pensions: France residents report progress

Good news for many micro-entrepreneurs in France: plans to lower VAT threshold rejected by Senate

EasyJet expected to expand Bordeaux coverage in summer 2026

Briton’s EU voting rights cancelled in last-minute ruling by France's top appeal court

France and UK edge closer on youth mobility deal

Zinc rooftops of Paris find new life as artworks

‘Radiator road’ that never freezes under test in France

France ranks second in EU for gender equality

Medicines to avoid in 2026 list published by French medical journal

Speed cameras 'set to flash visibly again' as France's radar network expands

Senators vote for €5 tax to be levied on small parcels sent to France

Opera singer helps support premature babies at hospital in France

Brexit WA residency card renewals simplified in some departments of France

New anti-cruise passenger tax could affect UK-France ferries

Civic tests for French residency cards: Official website now open

Travellers from France warned of major Italian strike in December

What to expect from December 2 strikes across France

More French towns put bans and taxes on new second homes

What level of wealth is needed to be considered rich in France?