Aujourd'hui: What's happening in France on Wednesday
Welcome to our round-up of news, politics and talking-points in France today.
Paris was the scene of violent clashes last night as thousands of people took to the streets to a protest over a new security bill.
From last night's protest in Paris against a "global security law" proposal that would criminalise disseminating images of police if there is "intent to harm". The journalist shouts "we are press, we are press" to ward off the officers. #LoiSécuritéGlobale https://t.co/ikSmkVgVEF
— Ingri Bergo (@ingribergo) November 18, 2020
[ THREAD VIDÉO ] #GiletsJaunes et #LoiSecuriteGlobale - Pour l'anniversaire des "gilets jaunes", les #BRAVM se préparent gare #Montparnasse. Un cortège est annoncé jusqu'à l'Assemblée où doivent manifester les opposants à la #PPLSecuriteGlobale à 18h pic.twitter.com/djRh8MOcyb
— Thibault Izoret (@TIM_7375) November 17, 2020
Both of these tweets could potentially be illegal under the new law - here’s a breakdown of what the proposed bill would mean, and why people are concerned about it.
Cost of living
The city of Paris has once again topped a global poll of the most expensive places to live (although we want to know where the researchers went that charged them six quid for bread).
Paris is crazy expensive for rent, but I find that ? bread, ?wine and ☕ coffee can all be found relatively cheaply, so at least that's the essentials covered https://t.co/zMYlIvAeQI
— Emma Pearson (@LocalFR_Emma) November 18, 2020
Our helpful Parisians readers have been sharing their top tips to live cheaply in the city, from wine bargains to bike-sharing.
Health
There may be some (qualified) good news on Covid data, but France has seen a big increase in people seeking treatment for depressive illness in recent months due a combination of lockdown, financial worries and anxiety about the pandemic.
France’s Director General of Health has released a suggested list of questions to ask your loved ones about how they are coping.
Some places that offer help:
* France has set up a 24/7 helpline for people in need of psychological support - 0800 130 000.
* SOS Helpline is an English-language support service for English-speakers in France - 01 46 21 46 46.
* The Samaritans can be reached on 116 123.
— The Local France (@TheLocalFrance) November 18, 2020
Food
If you're in the mood for lashings of hot cheese and potatoes (and frankly who isn't?) check out this video of Michelin-starred French chef Emmanuel Renault demonstrating how to cook the perfect tartiflette.
Christmas
French president Emmanuel Macron is reportedly due to make an announcement about Christmas rules next week - here’s what we know about the situation so far - but for now a campaign to boycott Amazon and support local stores when shopping for gifts this year is gaining strength.
And we’re after your Christmas gift tips - what books, films, TV series, media subscriptions or podcasts would you recommend for the France-lover in your life?
Language
Our French phrase of the day is for if you or someone you know is being unnecessarily argumentative.
The replies to this are gold! Thanks guys, you've all made us feel a lot better about our #frenchfails https://t.co/CbABM3dOrI
— The Local France (@TheLocalFrance) November 18, 2020
And we'd like to thank everyone who shared their most embarrassing French language errors with us! The replies on this thread are gold and will really cheer up anyone who is having a bad day.
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Paris was the scene of violent clashes last night as thousands of people took to the streets to a protest over a new security bill.
From last night's protest in Paris against a "global security law" proposal that would criminalise disseminating images of police if there is "intent to harm". The journalist shouts "we are press, we are press" to ward off the officers. #LoiSécuritéGlobale https://t.co/ikSmkVgVEF
— Ingri Bergo (@ingribergo) November 18, 2020
[ THREAD VIDÉO ] #GiletsJaunes et #LoiSecuriteGlobale - Pour l'anniversaire des "gilets jaunes", les #BRAVM se préparent gare #Montparnasse. Un cortège est annoncé jusqu'à l'Assemblée où doivent manifester les opposants à la #PPLSecuriteGlobale à 18h pic.twitter.com/djRh8MOcyb
— Thibault Izoret (@TIM_7375) November 17, 2020
Both of these tweets could potentially be illegal under the new law - here’s a breakdown of what the proposed bill would mean, and why people are concerned about it.
Cost of living
The city of Paris has once again topped a global poll of the most expensive places to live (although we want to know where the researchers went that charged them six quid for bread).
Paris is crazy expensive for rent, but I find that ? bread, ?wine and ☕ coffee can all be found relatively cheaply, so at least that's the essentials covered https://t.co/zMYlIvAeQI
— Emma Pearson (@LocalFR_Emma) November 18, 2020
Our helpful Parisians readers have been sharing their top tips to live cheaply in the city, from wine bargains to bike-sharing.
Health
There may be some (qualified) good news on Covid data, but France has seen a big increase in people seeking treatment for depressive illness in recent months due a combination of lockdown, financial worries and anxiety about the pandemic.
France’s Director General of Health has released a suggested list of questions to ask your loved ones about how they are coping.
Some places that offer help:
— The Local France (@TheLocalFrance) November 18, 2020
* France has set up a 24/7 helpline for people in need of psychological support - 0800 130 000.
* SOS Helpline is an English-language support service for English-speakers in France - 01 46 21 46 46.
* The Samaritans can be reached on 116 123.
Food
If you're in the mood for lashings of hot cheese and potatoes (and frankly who isn't?) check out this video of Michelin-starred French chef Emmanuel Renault demonstrating how to cook the perfect tartiflette.
Christmas
French president Emmanuel Macron is reportedly due to make an announcement about Christmas rules next week - here’s what we know about the situation so far - but for now a campaign to boycott Amazon and support local stores when shopping for gifts this year is gaining strength.
And we’re after your Christmas gift tips - what books, films, TV series, media subscriptions or podcasts would you recommend for the France-lover in your life?
Language
Our French phrase of the day is for if you or someone you know is being unnecessarily argumentative.
The replies to this are gold! Thanks guys, you've all made us feel a lot better about our #frenchfails https://t.co/CbABM3dOrI
— The Local France (@TheLocalFrance) November 18, 2020
And we'd like to thank everyone who shared their most embarrassing French language errors with us! The replies on this thread are gold and will really cheer up anyone who is having a bad day.
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