On September 27, the lunch voucher turned 50 years old. French employees and workers receive it daily from their employers. Over half a century, the voucher has gained nationwide love and is…
Mandatory French language courses, as well as a course on civic duties for migrants – 'this is a complete failure.' This conclusion was reached by French Senator Roger Karoutchi from the right-wing…
In the Brittany region of northwestern France, a competition has been announced for the lease of the island of Quéménès, located in the Atlantic Ocean. Participants must propose an innovative project…
In Paris, fines for illegal apartment rentals through Airbnb have increased tenfold. This was reported by AFP citing the city hall. As Deputy Mayor of Paris Ian Brossat told the agency, in the first…
In France, the system of city bikes, electric cars and scooters will be supplemented with scooters. In Saint-Denis near Paris, public scooters have begun testing, installed near the local railway…
King Louis Philippe I signed the decree forming the French Foreign Legion on March 9, 1831. Today it is one of the most famous military units in the world. In nearly two centuries, this unit has…
According to the latest official data published by the French government, the population of France has increased to nearly 66 million people. Official population figures are published at the end of…
For the first time in the world, a roadway has been covered with solar panels in France. The pilot project was implemented not in the sun-rich south of France, but in Normandy, near the town of…
By the end of the year, several statistical reports were released comparing wages and inequality levels in European Union countries. By all parameters, France traditionally ranks above most EU…
Almost all parents in France know the address where, for nearly thirty years in a row, children can send their wishes for Christmas gifts to the French Santa Claus. But modern children write few…