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A firefighting aircraft drops water on a smoky wildfire over a forested hillside near the coast.

France wildfires update: Drôme fire reignites as lightning sparks new blazes

Firefighters remain on alert as dozens of departments face high risk

Registrations for Pope Leo XIV’s France visit open on August 10

Visit will include private meeting with victims of Church sexual abuse

New sanctions for unauthorised dog and cat sales in France

Pet shops face fines of up to €1,500 per animal if breaching rules

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Storms to hit France: exceptionally long period of heat to continue

Winds of up to 100km/h expected in localised areas in the south and south-west

Go stargazing in France this weekend: find an event near you

Over 500 events across France, with a chance to see shooting stars on August 12-13

A view of a man doing expenses in the background with a piggy bank in the foreground

30% of French companies not ready for mandatory e-billing

Businesses fail to sign-up despite availability of free registration options

2021 French forced heirship law: government steps up efforts to publicise rules

French authorities recently said children’s ‘levy’ obligation does not apply to ‘Anglo-Saxon’ laws

New anti-cold calling rules in France: what to do if you receive an unwanted call after August 11

When businesses contact you, how to recognise illegal calls, and where to report them

Hantavirus case confirmed: man visited France in July

Franco-Argentinian travelled through France before case of deadly Andes strain hantavirus was detected

Older Britons struggle with EES due to faded fingerprints

'After five attempts I had to join a very long queue to pass through passport control'

Gatwick airport expansion set to allow 100,000 more flights a year

The £2.2bn project will increase capacity at the UK's second busiest airport

Crowd walking and sitting at café terraces on a historic street in Bordeaux, France

Temperatures rise before southern storms arrive: French weekend weather forecast August 8 - 9

Fifth heatwave will begin across France

Smoke rises behind houses and trees in Lege-Cap-Ferret, Gironde, France.

‘Guests see the news and panic’: rental hosts in France urge tourists to return after wildfire cancellations

Tourism impact in Gironde and Var as country remains on high alert for wildfires

Yellow La Poste mailbox on a Paris pavement next to a stone wall.

How will proposed changes to La Poste affect people in France?

Slower letters, fewer postboxes are included under suggested reforms

What happens if I fail to renew my carte de séjour?

Why keeping your carte de séjour valid matters

New AI cameras detect phone use on France-Spain motorway

The pilot project caught thousands of motorists using their phones while driving

Firefighters warn of ‘very high risk’ of blazes in Var

Department is facing both forest fire and heatwave alerts

Months ahead likely to be warmer than average, warns French forecaster

July 2026 was the hottest on record in France

Cool off with a swim on horseback in the sea on Île d’Oléron

Scenic island off France’s west coast hosts a refreshing activity for horses and riders alike

Hollywood film seeks American speakers for Paris shoot

The new Ocean’s Eleven prequel is seeking people for a one-day shoot

Crowded outdoor market in a town square with stalls and historic buildings under a blue sky.

Small village in north of France wins best market of 2026

Hesdin-la-Forêt praised for friendliness and local produce

People sit at café tables in a sunny square surrounded by colourful half-timbered houses in Vannes, France.

How heatwaves affect where people visit, buy and live in France

Extreme temperatures are reshaping life in France

France Télévisions to screen first-ever NFL game in France

Paris encounter between New Orleans Saints and Pittsburgh Steelers will be broadcast live

Petition calls for new law to protect mothers who breastfeed in public in France

Campaigners say discrimination remains common

Bonne Maman jam recalled across France over risk of glass fragments

Batch of condoms also flagged by French government’s recall website

Rescuers find body of woman swept away in flash floods in Alps tourist village

Victim hit by debris when crossing bridge to campsite

EasyJet cabin crew threaten strikes throughout August in France

Unions file month-long strike notice, saying ‘our colleagues simply cannot continue like this’

Intermarché cyberattack affects nearly 300,000 customers

Personal information taken by hackers, calls for online vigilance in coming weeks

Round notary sign mounted on a building wall in Paris, France.

France's 2021 inheritance law: EU commission closes case

Communication of government clarifications criticised as insufficient

Firefighters fear Var blaze could reignite, arson suspected

Several fires appeared yesterday following lightning strikes

Red no-swimming sign on a grassy riverbank beside calm water.

France increases fine for swimming in unauthorised zones

It comes as over 270 deaths by drowning already recorded this summer

Storms in France: two people struck by lightning in Pyrenees

We look at where and when storms are expected this week

Major section of A1 motorway closes for nearly two weeks in northern France

Drivers heading towards Lille, Belgium and the Netherlands should allow extra time and follow diversion routes

Var wildfire continues with strong winds raising fears of flare-ups

Gironde fire contained and evacuees can return home. 12 departments on heightened risk of fires

Why am I getting so many ‘consent’ emails from French newsletters?

The emails are linked to a new guidance from France’s data protection authority

Is it really worth leaving the motorway in France to save on buying fuel?

Research shows this can depend on fuel type

August 12 eclipse in France approaches: five questions answered

When will it be visible, tips on how to watch, and whether it can be photographed

Forest fire with flames among trees and a social media post overlay showing a fox illustration.

Association saves domestic and wild animals from wildfires in France

Deer and cats are the most affected by fires in Gironde says charity

Doctolib set to use some patient data for AI research - how to opt out

France’s online healthcare booking platform will use information such as prescriptions and medical history

A view of three men wearing hi-vis jackets on a hunt

Will forest fires lead to hunting ban in France?

Petition to introduce three-year moratorium on hunting has over 380,000 signatures

French wildfire update August 3: fires continue in Var and Gironde

Authorities concerned that new blazes will spring up from hot weather

Advice to follow during storms in France whether indoors or outside

Homeowners may need a certificate to make an insurance claim following damage

High temperatures to ease in most areas of France this week - storms forecast

Today (Monday) is set to be the warmest day of the week by national average temperature - reaching nearly 5C above typical levels for the season

Health top-up prices set to keep rising as insurers ignore 2026 price freeze voted by MPs

Insurers reject cap as legal and healthcare costs mount

Destructive Japanese scarab beetle gains ground in France

Sightings of Popillia japonica should be reported. It was recently seen in the Bas-Rhin, Alpes-Maritimes and Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

Recreation of a missing scene from the Bayeux Tapestry reaches halfway point

The woven work measuring 25m² is on track to meet next year’s deadline marking the millennium of William the Conqueror’s birth in Normandy

Wildfire flames burn dry grass beside bare trees, with a map inset showing fire hotspots.

France wildfires: Var blaze spread stops after burning 1,800 hectares

Extreme heat and wildfire risk remain high in south

France proposes reducing dental care reimbursements from 2027

The change would apply to routine, everyday care such as scale and polish work

Films and series to improve your French this August

From summer films with idyllic backdrops to gnarly crime dramas based on real events

France reinforces controls at border with Spain: what changes for travellers?

It follows the arrival from Morocco of around 60,000 migrants into the Spanish territory of Ceuta

Increase in number of invasive snapping turtles in south of France

More sightings recorded in Pyrénées-Orientales; the turtle is also found in 29 other departments

A man in a blue suit stands beside a framed portrait on a gallery wall.

American's free portrait of French neighbour wins major art prize

Marc Dalessio awarded National Portrait Gallery prize

How Le Monde in English finally broke even with AI and subscriptions

We speak to its editor about French journalism, anglophone readers and why France still fascinates global audiences

France sees fall in immigration, latest official figures show

Census reveals fewer arrivals after post-Covid peak

Going on holiday? Check your French home to avoid insurance problems

A few minutes of preparation can reduce the risk of leaks, break-ins and disputes with your insurer

Summer works bring disruption to Paris public transport, including Charles-de-Gaulle airport

Airport authorities warn of 90-minute journey times from city centre as several major lines see station closures

EasyJet opens summer 2027 flights: one UK route not included

A recently announced route does not appear in the summer 2027 schedule

‘It could have been us. It gives you faith in humanity’: Volunteer describes the solidarity behind Gironde wildfire response

Thousands of volunteers have come together to support displaced families

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France wildfires update: Drôme fire reignites as lightning sparks new blazes

Registrations for Pope Leo XIV’s France visit open on August 10

New sanctions for unauthorised dog and cat sales in France

Storms to hit France: exceptionally long period of heat to continue

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New AI cameras detect phone use on France-Spain motorway

Firefighters warn of ‘very high risk’ of blazes in Var

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Hollywood film seeks American speakers for Paris shoot

Small village in north of France wins best market of 2026

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Petition calls for new law to protect mothers who breastfeed in public in France

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Rescuers find body of woman swept away in flash floods in Alps tourist village

EasyJet cabin crew threaten strikes throughout August in France

Intermarché cyberattack affects nearly 300,000 customers

France's 2021 inheritance law: EU commission closes case

Firefighters fear Var blaze could reignite, arson suspected

France increases fine for swimming in unauthorised zones

Storms in France: two people struck by lightning in Pyrenees

Major section of A1 motorway closes for nearly two weeks in northern France

Var wildfire continues with strong winds raising fears of flare-ups

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Is it really worth leaving the motorway in France to save on buying fuel?

August 12 eclipse in France approaches: five questions answered

Association saves domestic and wild animals from wildfires in France

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High temperatures to ease in most areas of France this week - storms forecast

Health top-up prices set to keep rising as insurers ignore 2026 price freeze voted by MPs

Destructive Japanese scarab beetle gains ground in France

Recreation of a missing scene from the Bayeux Tapestry reaches halfway point

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France proposes reducing dental care reimbursements from 2027

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Increase in number of invasive snapping turtles in south of France

American's free portrait of French neighbour wins major art prize

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France sees fall in immigration, latest official figures show

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Russian political commentator issued with order to leave France

Over 300 arrested in France this summer on suspicion of starting fires

France’s heatwaves could trigger supermarket shortages and price rises for fresh produce

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