French mayor to stand trial over sex tape blackmail plot
A French mayor accused of using a sex tape to blackmail a political rival is set to go on trial in September after a court on Friday ordered him to face criminal proceedings.
Dozens of drivers fined for filming French road accident
Dozens of drivers have received a fine in the post after they were caught filming or photographing an overturned lorry on a busy motorway, French police have revealed.
Revealed: The 10 best student cities in France
The 2025 rankings have been revealed for the best French towns for students - taking into account housing, transport, health and the cultural and social life.
Americans in France: Tax deadlines, French summer fun, and where to buy a second home
From tax deadlines to our best tips to enjoy a French summer, everything you need to know about buying a second home in France, and answers to the question of 'remote work', here's our latest newsletter for Americans who either live in France, visit frequently or plan to move here some day.
Latest: French taxi, Uber and rail strikes continue
After a promising meeting with French government officials, taxi drivers' unions indicated plans to temporarily scale back actions such as blockading airports. Meanwhile, drivers for ride-hail platforms like Uber threatened continued protests, while rail unions also have strike notices for this week.
Paris unveils plans to bring forgotten underground river back to surface
A river runs through – or, more accurately, under – Paris that most people don’t know about. And now there’s a plan to bring it back to the light.
French rail union files strike notice for entire summer
A French rail union has filed a strike notice spanning the entire summer holiday period, as they attempt to secure better pay and working conditions for rail workers.
French Word of the Day: RDC
This French acronym can be used to refer to a country in Africa, but it's more likely to help you find your way around a building in France.