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Comment: France needs to rethink Le Pen's ban from political office

Columnist Simon Heffer says the court decision looks too much like a political hit job

Comment: Anti-French bravado is an embarrassing British anachronism

Columnist Nabila Ramdani notes that the xenophobic jibes now only appear to go one way

Why your accent should not hold you back when speaking French

Columnist Nick Inman notes that some French people are harsh judges of foreign speakers

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Letters: France's threatened birds must be treated with respect

Reader says it is wrong to make light of swallows at a time when nature is under huge pressure

'My language skills mean I am just not funny in French'

Columnist Cynthia Spillman gives advice on how to convey your humour while learning French

‘We have never been so close’: Why France may soon legalise assisted dying

Anne Raynaud, from the Association for the Right to Die in Dignity, says that France is behind other countries - but change may be coming

Learning French: what does sacquer mean and when should it be used?

You may be able to guess one of the meanings behind this informal term that sounds just like an English equivalent

An alternative to potatoes: 'My favourite aspect of salsify is its texture'

Laura Washburn Hutton explains how to prepare this delicious seasonal plant

Letters: France's wasteful healthcare system needs a rethink

Reader says it would not be fair to ask people to pay more based on their age

The culinary delights of dandelions in France

Laura Washburn Hutton shares her top tips for using seasonal tender leaves in the kitchen

One British man's crusade against illegal billboards in France

Tony Smith led a community effort to remove more than 1,000 illegal billboards from roadsides and parks

Learning French: the meaning of ça va le faire

Plus, what other ways can ça be used?

The price of France's Easter chocolate habit revealed

Many French families prefer bunnies and bells to eggs

White storks make strong return in France via nest ‘platforms’ and clipped wings

The Ligue pour la Protection des Oiseaux shares the conservation challenges in saving these birds from extinction

Letters: Ski instructors need to teach good etiquette on French slopes

Connexion reader and long-time skier says he has been injured several times

Visit the French village of Vouvant: along cobbled streets and hiking trails

Explore the rich history and artistic allure of this medieval hideaway, nestled in the heart of the Vendée

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

What they don’t tell you about... visiting a hammam in France

A Turkish baths experience could be just what you need – but do some research first

From English teacher to TikTok star in France: 'The way to help students learn is to believe in them'

Toulouse-based Monsieur Prof's educational videos on learning English are a social media sensation

Recipe: taste this chocolate trompe l’œil salami

Melt any leftover Easter eggs and add shortbread, nuts, cranberries and marshmallows to make this fun treat

'I found my voice when I joined a French choir'

Hannah Pickup from Vendôme (Loir-et-Cher) got involved in 2013 and is now its secretary and treasurer

Learning French: what does fastoche mean and when should it be used?

Plus, can you guess the meaning behind more simple slang terms ending in -oche

Letters: France's language requirements for residency are simply unrealistic

Reader says it takes a minimum of three years study to prepare for France's DALF C2 diploma

Visit Grasse: the picturesque fragrance capital of France

Historian Dr Julia Faiers shares the surprising history of this perfumed Unesco town in Alpes-Maritimes, attracting the likes of Queen Victoria and Coco Chanel

Learning French: when and why do we say montrer patte blanche?

A French fairytale phrase for trustworthiness

Letters: Climate change becomes clear over past 1,000 years in France

Connexion reader says that it takes centuries of climatological data to grasp the full impact

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

How to pick and cook asparagus in France

Columnist Sue Adams explains how to make the most of the vegetable's short season

Learning French: what does pile-poil mean and when should it be used?

Plus, find out how to pronounce this precise phrase

Faudra Tif Hair: Understand the punny names behind French hair salons

Can you guess the slang meaning of the word tif?

Letters: The clash of 'America First' with French allies is a nightmare

Connexion reader notes with dismay the growing isolation of USA under President Trump

Recipe: rich lamb shanks with vegetable tian

This dish would make the perfect centerpiece for Easter lunch

‘The first baby hedgehog we rescued was love-at-first-sight’

We speak to an expert about her hedgehog health centre and how to make your garden more hedgehog-friendly

Recipes: real French charcuterie of rabbit rillettes and pork liver pâté

We look at the history and techniques of pâtés, terrines, sausages and ‘farcis’

Experiences: Why I love living in Paris

Karen Bussen tells how she moved from New York to the French capital and found love

Comment: I live in France and voted for Brexit - I regret it

Legal consultant and former Brexit supporter Richard Gibbs reflects on the unforeseen challenges of Brexit

Festivals, workshops and gardens to visit in Strasbourg this spring

This April and May, explore arts, science, and urban culture events in the capital of France's Grand Est region

Strasbourg: An EU capital that offers history, culture and international flavour

Why move to this overlooked French city? Discover how its charm and affordability captivated two retired educators from the US

Why Strasbourg is a great destination all year round, not just for Christmas

Restaurant recommendations, historic wine cellars and beer bars to try

Six quirky things to do in Strasbourg

Admire pastel-coloured timbered houses, visit a voodoo museum or take a bath... in beer

What you need to know before visiting the European Parliament in Strasbourg

Explore the heart of the EU in eastern France

'Our teenage daughters are angry with us for moving to France'

Columnist Cynthia Spillman offers advice on how to deal with homesick family members

Ballet lessons bring health benefits to over-55s in France

Online classes with the Silver Swans are transforming lives of older adults

French crafts in focus: Traditional dry-stone walling

Sébastien Heurtevent is leading a resurgence as an artisan murailler de pierres sèches in the Haute-Garonne region

How to define your style and make a French property a home

'There is always a balance between the inhabitant and the provenance of the building'

Gardens in France: stylish rainwater collection and April vegetable patch plans

Tips and tricks for your jardin from sunloungers to swimming pool inspiration

Learning French: four expressions featuring fil

The word is used in a springtime saying that comes with a weather warning

My life-changing French Erasmus exchange: From pro rugby player to lawyer

A former University of Edinburgh student shares how his year abroad led from playing rugby in Toulon to building a legal career in France

Learning French: understanding 'backwards' abbreviations

The penchant for shortening long terms makes the language even harder for foreigners to understand

Guess the French phrase behind this photo clue...

Can you work out which idiomatic expression is depicted below?

'We moved from the US to France to restore a château'

Mark Goff and Phillip Engel swapped the California wine country of Napa Valley for a new life at Château d’Avensac

'Our French neighbours never invite us over to their house'

Columnist Cynthia Spillman offers some advice on returning hospitality

Guess the French region with the help of this clue: Swede dreams are made of this

In which of France's 13 regions was this photo taken?

Follow your nose on a scent-sational tour of France’s spring flowers

Explore the national and regional floral specialities of France, and sniff out the best flower festivals and horticultural events taking place around the country this spring

Comment: Weeds can make a garden cheaper and more manageable in France

Columnist Samantha David tells how embracing nature has hidden benefits

Chauvet cave in south of France is slowly revealing its secrets

3D technology is revolutionising our understanding of 36,000-year-old paintings in the Chauvet Cave in Ardèche

Learning French: the origins and meaning of gratin

Understand the etymological roots of this beloved dish with a crispy, cheesy topping

Exclusive interview: New two-star Michelin chef Philippe Etchebest

Revisit our exclusive 2023 interview with the man behind Maison Nouvelle as he is rewarded in the 2025 Michelin Guide France

Recipe: fresh fava bean and asparagus salad

Source seasonal produce and garnish with mint, goats cheese and lemon

How does France’s April Fools’ Day differ from that in UK or US?

It is in schools where we see a real French peculiarity

Five famous April Fools' pranks played on the French public

The French media have pulled some classic ‘poissons d’Avril’ - here are five of the best

Comment: Le Tour de France does not export the best of French values

Columnist Nabila Ramdani notes that the fabled race is to start in the UK in 2027, bringing with it a questionable legacy

How I became a beautician after moving to France

When Teri Fox, 55, relocated in 2007, she mastered lots of new skills including fitness and aesthetics courses, as well as managing beauty salons – before going on to open her own