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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

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Discover the History of the French Republic

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The first people to conquer France: the Gauls, with the Ligurians and the Iberians. France was once called Gaul. In the 1st century BC

The History of The Famous French Macarons

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Macarons of today can be best thought of as little sweet sandwiches made of meringue, almond flour and buttercream filling.

The History of Beef Bourguignon

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Hearty and delectable, boeuf bourguignon is famous not only across France but all over the world. It is a dish

The History of the Croissant

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The croissant is the ultimate indulgence. Handmade, with pure butter and a feast for the eyes, the croissant is part

A History of French Cuisine

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French food and cooking are generally considered the backbone and underpinning of many cuisines across the Western world. The influence

History of the Charente

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As one of the four departements of the Poitou-Charentes region the history of Charente can be traced back to the

Sanxay

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The Gallo-Roman archaeological site at Sanxay, between Poitiers and Niort, is one of the best preserved in France. Vetus Pictavis

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Legends, History and Traditions in the Poitou-Charentes

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Poitou-Charentes Today Poitou-Charentes, former région of France. As a région, it encompassed the western départements of Vienne, Charente, Charente-Maritime, and

Le Pigeonnier

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So, what are these intriguing architectural structures standing like sentinels, sometimes in fields of ripening corn or surrounded by sunflowers,

Oradour-sur-Glane

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An example of man’s inhumanity to man. On the 10th of June 1944 the 2nd Waffen SS panzer division came

For Iranian refugees, French wine harvest part of anti-government 'struggle' October 3, 2023
Swapping their state-enforced veils for T-shirts reading "life" and "liberty", a group of Iranian women who have fled to France now help make wine that traces its roots back to ancient Persia.
French Word of the Day: Ratisser October 3, 2023
This French word might come up somewhat frequently during the autumn.
How France's new neighbour dispute rules work October 3, 2023
France has imposed new rules on the settling of neighbour disputes - here how the process works if you are in a disagreement with your neighbour.
Paris region given approval to triple its tourist tax October 3, 2023
Local officials in the Paris region have been given the go-ahead to raise by up to 200 percent the tourist tax charged for visitors staying in hotels, campsites and Airbnbs.
The ten Paris streets you just have to walk down October 3, 2023
Paris is best explored on foot - so we asked the experts at Localers walking tours to come up with a list of the most unmissable streets in the French capital. See how many you have walked along. (No, the Champs Elysées is not one of them).
France to post scores of new gendarmerie units to rural areas October 2, 2023
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to create 238 new gendarmerie brigades and employ more than 2,100 gendarmes by 2027, in a bid to fight crime in suburban and rural France.
Americans in Europe: US finally moves to cut $2,350 fee for renouncing citizenship October 2, 2023
The US looks finally set to push ahead with its promise to cut the fee for renouncing American citizenship from $2,350 down to $450, writes Helen Burggraf.
Where are house prices falling and rising in France this autumn? October 2, 2023
New data has revealed where house prices are rising and falling in France.
French cities to start enforcing lanes reserved for carpooling October 2, 2023
Six cities across France - Lyon, Lille, Grenoble, Strasbourg, Nantes and Rennes - have begun experimenting with enforcing the proper usage of carpool lanes.
Islamic sports body says France hijab ban is 'against Olympic spirit' October 2, 2023
A group of sports federations from Muslim-majority countries said on Monday that France's move to bar its Olympic athletes from wearing the hijab would "send a message of exclusion".
To work, study or retire: Why do Americans move to France? October 2, 2023
New EU data has shed fresh light on the reasons Americans have for moving to France.
How to get a Covid vaccine in France this October October 2, 2023
France launched a new Covid vaccination campaign on Monday. Everyone is eligible for a booster dose, although it is specifically recommended for high-risk groups. Here's how to get your shot.
French trials reveal horrors faced by drug-dealing teens October 2, 2023
A series of criminal trials involving drug dealers the French city of Marseille have highlighted the plight of teenagers caught up in a cycle of "madness, violence and easy money".
France braces for more record-breaking hot weather on Monday October 2, 2023
After an exceptionally warm start to October, forecasters warn that France is in for another day of record-breaking heat.
France to vaccinate millions of ducks against bird flu October 2, 2023
France on Monday began Europe's only vaccination campaign against bird flu in ducks, hoping to avoid mass culls of millions of birds that have dearly cost the industry in recent years.
Can foreigners in France be called up for jury service? October 2, 2023
Juries are used in the majority of criminal trials in France and can sometimes involve foreign jurors. Here's what you need to know.
French Word of the Day: Grave October 2, 2023
This French word has nothing to do with cemeteries.
'Conventionné': Why you should find out what 'sector' your French doctor is October 2, 2023
Before making an appointment with a doctor or medical specialist in France there is a key detail to find so you know exactly how much you'll be charged.
French actor Gerard Depardieu breaks silence to deny rape claims October 2, 2023
French actor Gerard Depardieu broke his silence on allegations of rape and sexual assault against him, denouncing a lynching orchestrated by a "media court".
On the Agenda: What’s happening in France this week October 2, 2023
From vaccination campaigns to rail tickets and the ongoing rugby world cup, here's what is happening in France this week.