15 things you can do at a French pharmacy other than buy aspirin We look at the services, treatments and advice offered by local pharmacists in France
France puts forward 18 plans to simplify life for disabled people The measures aim to streamline administrative procedures and reduce delays
French officials order the destruction of a house in Perpignan The villa was constructed over ten years ago
news Driver who killed British jogger tests positive for drugs Tourist was struck by vehicle as she was out running with her husband
New flight tax rises would put small French airports ‘at risk’ Carcassonne, Poitiers, and Bergerac said to be particularly vulnerable due to reliance on low-cost airlines
How does healthcare work for foreign residents when abroad? We also look at how Americans visiting the US and Britons visiting the UK are covered
How does France mark July 14, and where are the best firework displays in 2025? Paris, Lyon, Cannes and Strasbourg are among highly-rated displays
French employers’ chief wants to reduce sick pay for unvaccinated staff with flu It is one of several suggestions put forward to combat spiralling social security debt
Is a date set for start of EES border controls this autumn? We also look at which passport lanes French visa and residency card holders will use
French weekend weather forecast July 12 - 13: high temperatures and lots of storms Heatwave warnings will not come into force but highs of 35C are expected
Wasps, mosquitoes, hornets, ants: how to deal with summer insects in France Natural repellents can keep some pests away
What to do if stung by a jellyfish at a beach in France Swimmers may spot the aquatic animal close to the shoreline
Melons sold in Carrefour supermarkets recalled across France Elevated pesticide levels mean the fruits may be dangerous to eat Ban on barbecues in Finistère in bid to limit wildfires First native case of dengue fever in 2025 recorded in mainland France Heatwaves and drought in France: wildfire warnings multiply for summer 2025
Map: groundwater situation worsens in France, with 39% of levels already below normal Water basins are seeing levels drop as summer heat continues British jogger dies after being hit by car in eastern France Bayeux Tapestry to be loaned to British Museum: things you may not know about iconic artefact Photos: ‘apocalyptic scenes’ as wildfire burns outskirts of Marseille Doctolib phishing alert: how to spot scams and what to do if targeted Fraud inspections in France led to billions in extra tax payments in 2024
Flights grounded at Marseille airport due to nearby wildfire Vehicle fire led to more than 30 hectares burning as strong winds caused blaze to spread
Photos: snow returns to French Alps in July Temperatures have dropped 5 - 10°C below seasonal norms in the east of the country
Neighbour who complained about noisy cockerel in France ordered to pay €3,500 The complainant said the animal, which has since died, crowed too loudly and too often
Roads closed, homes burnt, residents told to stay indoors: latest on major fire in south of France A cigarette butt thrown from a vehicle window is thought to have started the blaze that has destroyed 2,000 hectares
Three people left in critical condition after bee swarm attacks Aurillac town centre Attack took place over several minutes
French weekly weather forecast July 7 - 11: third heatwave of 2025 is on its way Temperatures are set to climb 10C between Monday and Friday
French court rules in favour of ducks in neighbour’s noise complaint case Couple who bought house should have realised that sound of quacking would be an issue
Profile: French supermarket boss Michel-Edouard Leclerc Modern-day Robin Hood or merciless manipulator of the market?
South of France hit by series of major wildfires: alert level raised to maximum Weekend marked by high temperatures and strong winds has seen fires break out in several departments
Hydrogen project in Lorraine offers hope for cleaner transport Underground hydrogen was discovered in the department in 2023
Revolutionary bottle-washing plant cuts carbon footprint of French wine Eco in Pack leads the way in reusing wine bottles, cutting costs and emissions
Hidden defects cause legal row for €1 house in France Couple may sue French council over drainage issues in their bargain property.
President Macron heads to UK for first state visit in 17 years President and Mrs Macron will lay flowers on the tomb of the late Queen during visit
More car recalls impact many drivers in France Hundreds of thousands of Peugeot, Citroën, Fiat, DS Automobiles, and Opel vehicles are affected by engine problem
New ways to release equity from French property New ways for accessing capital while retaining your home in France
Boarding change will improve travel to France from London via Eurostar It is first step in increasing capacity for international travellers at St Pancras station
Briton, 66, to solo cycle 6,500km Tour de France route to raise money for charity The cyclist, who has lived in France for six years, will begin the sponsored challenge this weekend (July 5)
Air traffic controller shortage threatens summer of delays at Nice airport It could take up to two years before new recruits can plug gaps as easyJet reduces flights to southern city
Jogger attacked by shepherd’s dogs on solo run in Nice backcountry A recent legal change impacts the status of guard dog owners following an attack
French weekend weather forecast July 4 - 6: storms sweep south as heatwave ends However cooler temperatures are not expected to last for long
Ryanair to increase free cabin bag size limit - flights to and from France impacted The new allowance is larger than the minimum dimensions recently proposed by the EU
Giant housing estate to block view of Cézanne’s mountain in south of France Mayor insists the houses are badly needed and that there has been consultation
New day-trip ferry service starts from France to Jersey Travellers can spend up to five hours on island before returning to mainland
Tour de France 2025: will the route pass near you next week? Both the men’s and women’s races will be held entirely in France this year
Photos: have you visited Saint-Antoine-l'Abbaye, France’s favourite village 2025? This year’s village préféré des Français is home to a 1095 Gothic Abbey
Heatwave eases in France - but is another on the way? July weather forecast A ‘Saharan heat pump’ bringing warm North African winds may cover the country for several days
Drought alerts in France: where residents should look out for water restrictions Use our interactive map to see where drought warnings increased last month
EasyJet expansion in Brittany brings new UK-Rennes route Services to Spain and Switzerland will also begin in October
Are the French air traffic controller strikes going to continue? Hundreds of flights have been cancelled this week because of the strike action
Native cases of chikungunya rising in France: symptoms and prevention tips Domestic case of the disease was reported in Grand-Est region for first time
Part of French motorway to run 'charge‑as‑you‑drive' trial for electric cars The technology is fitted beneath a 1.5km stretch of the A10 near Paris
Stena Line to end popular France-Ireland ferry crossing Rival operators will continue to serve Cherbourg port as passenger numbers on route increase
Red heatwave alerts continue as storms sweep across France South-west and Brittany are the only areas likely to avoid storms this evening after several temperature records were broken in the south yesterday
Photos: four historic French châteaux on sale for under €1 million Grand abandoned properties are looking for new owners
France's Favourite Village 2025: when and how to tune in We look at the shortlist of 14 villages vying to win the title in today's (July 2) television announcement
One dead after violent storm, mudslide and flooding in Savoie and Italy ‘Worst flooding in 70 years’ cuts rail and road traffic across Alps
Which fruits, vegetables and fish are in season in France this July? Summer high season brings stone fruits, fresh vegetables, and plenty of fish
Red heatwave alerts extended until Wednesday with up to 41C forecast Midnight temperatures in Paris were close to 30C
Forest fires in France begin amid heatwave: 400 hectares burned due to BBQ on trailer Official daily ‘forest-fire risk’ map is being published again for summer
French weekly weather forecast June 30 - July 4: heatwave to continue then storms 84 departments are on heightened alert for the start of the week
Map: the 151 areas of France chosen to get more doctors from September Areas include parts of Lot-et-Garonne, Dordogne, Creuse, Allier and Nièvre
Intense heatwave warnings spread across France for Sunday and Monday High alerts raised in 73 departments as country braces for 40C. Several schools will be closed
Beaches, gardens, outside schools: France bans smoking in more public spaces Ban applies nationwide from June 29 as health minister pledges clean air for children
Where drought alerts apply in France and what restrictions you may face More areas issued with warnings and restrictions - including hosepipe bans - as new heatwave arrives
Covid-19 cases expected to spike in France this summer The spring booster vaccination campaign is still underway after being extended due to low uptake
Video: French police play ‘Titanic’ theme while driving through flooded street in Paris Fun reaction to storm attracts millions of viewers on social media
Ski resort in French Alps to close due to lack of snow and funding cuts Local officials have announced the closure of the Alpe du Grand Serre station in Isère, halting plans to keep it open year-round
Good news for Occitanie residents as ‘in demand’ flight route to run all year Domestic flight will connect Perpignan and Lille twice per week
French weekend weather forecast June 28 - 29: ‘historic’ heatwave begins in south Temperatures close to 40C are expected as 13 departments set for heightened heatwave alerts on Saturday
Radio France strike begins: TV network affected from next week Workers are protesting at plans to combine the two entities and other cost-cutting measures
French Brexit card renewals approach: how will they work? An estimated 42,000 Britons with five year-cards soon need to upgrade to the 10-year version
Thirteen departments in south of France placed on 'orange' heatwave alerts this Saturday Hot weather warnings look set to increase over the coming days
Tourism hosts, French golf courses and ski resorts asked to reduce water consumption 25 industry players will receive government funding to reduce consumption
French pharmacists threaten summer of ‘guerilla’ strike action Protests, closures, and blockades of medicine depots are all on the agenda as anger in the sector rises
Summer fruit: warm weather boosts apricot and blackcurrant production in France Good weather conditions mean some fruits have ripened early
MEPs vote to adapt hand luggage rules: flights to and from France affected Travellers should have right to personal bag as well as one piece of carry-on luggage weighing up to 7kg
Survey asks Britons in France to share post-Brexit experiences Online poll - which is open until July 11 - looks at their residency status and associated rights five years after transition period
Violent storms leave two dead in France Hailstones up to 5cm in length tore through roofs in Dordogne. More than 100,000 homes were left without power
Hiker airlifted to hospital after being attacked by cow in Pyrénées Man was gored by cow’s horn and taken to hospital in Spain