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Map: Average rent and transport costs for university students in upcoming year

Rent and transportation costs have increased in a number of cities

French postal service suspends parcel deliveries to the United States

Temporary measure required to let La Poste adapt to new ‘Trump tariff’ customs duties

How are France’s water levels after August heatwave?

Majority of groundwater reservoirs have seen levels drop

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Ryanair expected to be back in Bergerac next year says airport operator

Airport is not threatened by winter withdrawal of low-cost carrier said Dordogne Chamber of Commerce President in an exclusive interview

French weekend weather forecast August 23 - 24: Calm weekend before potential storms

Temperatures may reach up to 30C in south but the nights will be cooler than recently meaning no heatwave warnings

Two die as rockfall crushes family car on popular route near Chamonix

The parents in the front seats survived. The four were returning from a holiday outing

Warning over convincing ‘Assurance Maladie’ scam letter in France

Printed letter threatens users with account suspension if they do not scan a QR code

New day of taxi protests planned for September in France

Drivers threaten airport and station blockade amid incoming medical transport fee changes

Retiree asks that church bells in French village stop at night so she can sleep

The lady claims the bells ring over 100 times a night, locals say this is part of local heritage

Outreach event to assist Americans in south of France with social security queries

In-person appointments will be held in Marseille over two days next month

France to release official ‘survival guide’ to help people prepare for emergencies

30-page pamphlet outlines how to respond to industrial accidents, terrorist attacks, extreme weather and even the outbreak of war

'Bloquons tout': how serious is call for total France shutdown in September?

The mystery blockade movement calling for country-wide boycotts and acts of civil disobedience has gained support from politicians despite claiming no political allegiance

Chikungunya, dengue fever, zika: how many cases in each French region this summer?

We review the figures for both native and imported cases

How France’s ‘back to school’ grant works and the amounts for 2025

Three million families are expected to receive the benefit, with payments of up to €462 per child

French weekly weather forecast August 18 - 22: heatwave ends but storms rush in

Temperatures in south-west will be 17C lower than at the end of last week

Foreign income leads to French citizenship refusal for retiree in south-west

New approach can penalise applicants whose income is primarily from overseas

France begins phasing out copper phone lines

Many areas in south-west affected by transition to fibre optics

France issues new cheese alert following earlier mass recall

Fears of E.coli outbreak has led to recall of several more products

Case of West Nile virus recorded near Paris for first time

Rare mosquito-borne disease is usually only seen in the south

August 15 bank holiday in France: what is celebrated and will shops be open?

You may be in luck if you are looking to do some shopping

Mass French pharmacy shutdown this Saturday: how to get medicine

Day of protest comes between August 15 bank holiday and a Sunday when many outlets will also be closed

Storms bring hail, heavy rain and power cuts to France as heatwave continues

Fallen trees leave roads blocked and lightning hits the Eiffel Tower

French Senate approves bill to fix ‘unfair’ energy ratings

Proposed law aims to address energy certificate issues for pre-1948 homes

Massive supermarket cheese recall could be linked to two deaths

Over 20 people have been diagnosed with listeriosis potentially linked to recalled products

EU gives France two months to set solution to 2021 inheritance law

Opposition is mounting, including complaints, a petition and court cases

France heatwave: red alerts continue as thunder storms approach

Record-breaking temperatures have triggered road speed limits to be lowered to combat pollution

‘I could not stop’: man admits starting dozens of wildfires in southern France

10-day crime streak in Hérault department ended on July 5

Bordeaux, Angoulême, Bergerac: heat records broken across south-west France

Heatwave forecast to continue until weekend

France heatwave: 14 departments on red alert as temperatures top 40C

Heat set to continue until weekend

Toxic water pipes finally being replaced in rural France

Efforts are underway to replace PVC pipes that release carcinogenic gas

Body of missing British hiker found in Hautes-Alpes

Discovery ends 11-month search

France heatwave: record 43.4C in Aude and intense heat to continue

South-west France is particularly impacted. High temperatures to spread north-east on Tuesday

Britons in France prompted to send postcards to their UK MPs

Campaigners are urging for a link to be made with British MPs to convince them of the benefits of ‘overseas constituencies’.

Landowner refused planning permission granted compensation by French court

Compensation of €25,900 plus costs awarded after refusal deemed "illogical"

Towns in France race to improve flood defences

A quarter of people now live in areas at risk of flooding according to government estimates

Gîtes de France at 70: ‘We are not competing with the web platforms’

The holiday body that was founded to help farmers boost their income celebrates its 70th anniversary

French city ranked 'best in world' for internet connection

France has prioritised investment in high-speed fixed broadband in recent years

Brittany Ferries to increase frequency of popular France-Ireland route

Increase in service comes as Stena Line stop serving the route

What caused wildfires in France in 2024? Natural versus human activity

The recent fire in Aude was the worst in France since 1949

Farming law approved but France upholds ban on pesticide

France’s top court rejected part of new law amid environmental concerns

France heatwave alerts return: how hot will it get and for how long?

Heightened warnings are already in place in many areas

Buying a second-hand boat in France is 'harder than buying a house'

There are implications surrounding the country of registration and UK VAT

Chart: where have the biggest forest fires been in France since 2000

Mediterranean departments, Corsica, and south-west see majority of largest fires

Will French Ryanair flights be affected by ground staff strike in Spain?

Baggage handlers to launch major action lasting until 2026

Map: See the full extent of France’s massive Aude wildfire

Blaze is continuing to burn for third successive day

‘Biggest wildfire in France since 1949:’ Massive Aude blaze rages into third day

More than 16,000 hectares of forest has burned. Three people are missing and one person has died

Liberal Democrat MPs sign motion over 'damaging' 90/180 limit in France

An early day motion has been put forward, stating that the longstanding rule is harmful

Check local jellyfish levels near you in France with online tools

Interactive maps can show where they have been registered in recent days

How does France's wildfire risk map work?

The map aims to give advance warning of the areas of France most susceptible to forest fires

South of France wildfire: one dead, motorway closed as blaze rages on

Area the size of Paris has burned with homes destroyed and thousands left without electricity

Warning to dog owners as outbreak of deadly virus recorded in central France

Parvovirus can have a mortality rate of over 90% if untreated and is easily spread

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in August

Cows’ milk cheeses are popular choice for summer month

Cooler, then heatwave with highs of 40C: French weekly weather forecast August 4 - 8

Warm Atlantic winds blowing from Spain will cause temperatures to spike, especially in the south-west

Will Storm Floris hit France this week?

Major storm is set to bring winds of up to 130 km/h to much of the UK

Hunting deaths in France nearly doubled last year

Rise comes despite fall in hunter numbers

Spanish authorities are systematically stopping cars with certain French number plates

Police believe the cars may be stolen or linked to crime

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

Pharmacists and rail workers continue to strike

Tickets now available for new Nice-UK flight route in 2026

EasyJet will serve eight UK destinations from popular Riviera airport

Locally transmitted West Nile virus case confirmed in south of France

Disease recorded in the Var. It is the first such case in France in 2025

France braces for heatwave next week: 40°C forecast near Pyrénées

Warm air from Spain will cover southern areas for a number of days

UK home insurance difficulties for Briton living in France

Change of underwriters left woman without insurance for second home in Scotland

Major French union files mass strike notice for autumn

Three-month announcement may trigger wider strike action by several unions

High fees on British assets normal under French law, says notaire

‘We’ve got nothing to reproach ourselves about,’ says professional at heart of fees dispute

'Bergerac airport faces closure if Ryanair leaves for good', says Dordogne CCI head

The low-cost carrier will end flights from late October for the winter season

UK flights hit as Ryanair pulls out of three French airports this winter

The low-cost carrier says it is stopping flights to Bergerac, Brive and Strasbourg in response to France’s recent tax rise on airline flight tickets

Magnitude 3.3 earthquake hits Finistère – residents report loud boom

A second earthquake in a nearby commune followed a few hours later

Call to pull up highly allergenic plant in south of France

Ragweed should ideally be removed before the flowering period in August and September

New powers to issue fines proposed for France's municipal police

Agents may soon be able to issue fines for graffiti, driving without a licence, and taking alcohol into sports stadiums

Good news for many Americans in France as US Dollar strengthens vs euro

The shifting exchange rate follows Trump’s trade deal between the EU and the US

Cost of stamps and sending parcels going up in France

La Poste says stamp prices will increase by 7.4% on average in January 2026

Fréjus Tunnel: second ‘tube’ connecting France and Italy opens after over a decade of construction

New road tunnel under Alps is open to traffic

What are the new plans to end cold calls in France?

Moves to completely end unsolicited commercial calls are taking shape following years of complaints and failed solutions

Mandatory militarised civic service for youths in France aged 16-25 starts this autumn

Journée de défense et de citoyenneté is compulsory for many young people

Portuguese man o’ war sightings force French beach closures

Venomous species is often mistaken for jellyfish

French weekly weather forecast July 28 - August 1: unsettled north, high winds in south

A new low-pressure system is due to move in from the Atlantic, bringing wet and blustery conditions

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French weekend weather forecast August 23 - 24: Calm weekend before potential storms

Two die as rockfall crushes family car on popular route near Chamonix

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New day of taxi protests planned for September in France

Retiree asks that church bells in French village stop at night so she can sleep

Outreach event to assist Americans in south of France with social security queries

France to release official ‘survival guide’ to help people prepare for emergencies

'Bloquons tout': how serious is call for total France shutdown in September?

Chikungunya, dengue fever, zika: how many cases in each French region this summer?

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French mountain rescue teams warn of increasing callouts from inexperienced hikers

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Dordogne mairie offers cages to catch boar devastating private gardens

French weekly weather forecast August 18 - 22: heatwave ends but storms rush in

Aude deadly wildfire: why investigators suspect arson

Stork nests in south-west France to cost rail operator €1m

Rate of organ transplants outpaces growth in waiting lists in France

Mobile post office trucks to continue in parts of rural France

French long weekend forecast August 15–17: heatwave returns with highs of 42C

Foreign income leads to French citizenship refusal for retiree in south-west

France begins phasing out copper phone lines

France issues new cheese alert following earlier mass recall

Case of West Nile virus recorded near Paris for first time

August 15 bank holiday in France: what is celebrated and will shops be open?

Mass French pharmacy shutdown this Saturday: how to get medicine

Storms bring hail, heavy rain and power cuts to France as heatwave continues

French Senate approves bill to fix ‘unfair’ energy ratings

Massive supermarket cheese recall could be linked to two deaths

EU gives France two months to set solution to 2021 inheritance law

France heatwave: red alerts continue as thunder storms approach

‘I could not stop’: man admits starting dozens of wildfires in southern France

Bordeaux, Angoulême, Bergerac: heat records broken across south-west France

France heatwave: 14 departments on red alert as temperatures top 40C

Toxic water pipes finally being replaced in rural France

Body of missing British hiker found in Hautes-Alpes

France heatwave: record 43.4C in Aude and intense heat to continue

Britons in France prompted to send postcards to their UK MPs

Landowner refused planning permission granted compensation by French court

Towns in France race to improve flood defences

Gîtes de France at 70: ‘We are not competing with the web platforms’

French city ranked 'best in world' for internet connection

Brittany Ferries to increase frequency of popular France-Ireland route

What caused wildfires in France in 2024? Natural versus human activity

Farming law approved but France upholds ban on pesticide

France heatwave alerts return: how hot will it get and for how long?

Buying a second-hand boat in France is 'harder than buying a house'

Chart: where have the biggest forest fires been in France since 2000

Will French Ryanair flights be affected by ground staff strike in Spain?

Map: See the full extent of France’s massive Aude wildfire

‘Biggest wildfire in France since 1949:’ Massive Aude blaze rages into third day

Liberal Democrat MPs sign motion over 'damaging' 90/180 limit in France

Check local jellyfish levels near you in France with online tools

How does France's wildfire risk map work?

South of France wildfire: one dead, motorway closed as blaze rages on

Warning to dog owners as outbreak of deadly virus recorded in central France

Know your cheeses and their seasons: which to eat in France in August

Cooler, then heatwave with highs of 40C: French weekly weather forecast August 4 - 8

Will Storm Floris hit France this week?

Hunting deaths in France nearly doubled last year

Spanish authorities are systematically stopping cars with certain French number plates

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

Tickets now available for new Nice-UK flight route in 2026

Locally transmitted West Nile virus case confirmed in south of France

France braces for heatwave next week: 40°C forecast near Pyrénées

UK home insurance difficulties for Briton living in France

Major French union files mass strike notice for autumn

High fees on British assets normal under French law, says notaire