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Weather

Forecast: When is summer (finally) going to arrive in France?

As June continues along its chilly, gloomy path, many in France have been wondering when the summer sunshine will finally arrive. So, here's a look at when you'll be able to liberate your parasol and plimsolls.

Weather

France faces scorching weekend with temperatures set to hit 38C

For anyone in France this weekend it might be time to think about reserving your spot in the shade as temperatures rise and the mercury gets set to hit a scorching 38C in parts of the country.

Weather

Weather forecast: What's on the horizon for France this summer?

It was a long, cold winter in France so the country certainly deserves a long, hot summer to make up for it. But will it get one?

Economy

Weak growth forecast for France

<p>The French economy is on course to grow by 0.2 percent in the third quarter of the year, the Bank of France said in a preliminary forecast on Monday.</p>