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Paris exhibition shows Napoleon’s final will

58-page document covers Emperor’s final wishes expressed in exile

Why buying in Paris is harder than it looks for foreign buyers

Many international clients are surprised by the fragmented nature of the French property market

Pont Neuf in Paris to be transformed into the world’s largest immersive artwork

Visitors will be able to walk through the temporary installation as they cross the Seine

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Paris opens first integrated diabetes care centre in Europe

Diabet' hub is revolutionising diabetes care, simplifying treatment for patients

Paris group promises help to ‘live your best life’

WICE is a vibrant English-speaking community offering classes, workshops, and social events to help expats integrate and thrive

Transavia to replace Air France for Nice-Orly flights

Up to eight return journeys a day to be offered by the budget carrier

+39% increase: Paris sees major parking cost changes in 2026

Arrondissements in the east saw the largest increase in costs

Paris murder case baffles as suspects are identical twins with same DNA

Defence lawyer claims it is impossible to determine who fired fatal gunshots

France to host first NFL regular-season game at Stade de France in 2026

The US’s National American Football League has over 14 million fans in France

American diner and British café offer a taste of home in France

From big cities to tiny villages eateries are challenging preconceived ideas of Anglo-American cuisine

See what €100,000, €500,000 and over €1m buys in Paris

The property market in the capital differs markedly from that of other French cities

Floor collapses in Paris building leaving 20 injured

Water leaking into the building from balcony is thought to be cause of collapse

Black history in Paris: the story behind Maison Noire Américaine

An American non-profit is illuminating the legacy and vibrant presence of African-Americans and the African diaspora in France

Top Paris restaurants to sell off 20,000 tableware items

Pieces set to go on sale include glassware, cutlery, and silverware, as well as bistro tables and chairs. Money raised will go in part to charity

American Church in Paris to host baby loss remembrance service

Service is open to all and includes readings and music

Two arrested in relation to Paris Louvre jewels raid

One of suspects was detained at Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle airport as he attempted to board a flight to Algeria

Manufacturer of vehicle used in Louvre burglary unveils new tongue-in-cheek ad

The company is drawing attention to its unexpected link with the high-profile theft

Montmartre: France's most fashionable vendange

Connexion talks to an organiser of one of the biggest free festivals in Paris, centred in the 18th arrondissement

Photos: Americans take to streets in France to protest against President Trump

Hundreds participated in the No Kings 2 protest on October 18

Image: how burglars got into Louvre to steal historic jewels

Investigators search for gang that stole a collection of priceless 19th-Century jewels

French cities to host Americans’ ‘No Kings 2’ rallies as part of global pro-democracy day

Organisers hope that people dissatisfied with the policies of President Trump will join international protest

French forensic pathologist on groundbreaking Paris Catacombs study

Philippe Charlier talks about leading the first scientific study into the millions of skeletons buried there and ponders why the Western world is both fascinated and terrified by death

Case of West Nile virus recorded near Paris for first time

Rare mosquito-borne disease is usually only seen in the south

River mail is coming to Paris suburb in 2026

New electric barge aims to cut congestion and emissions in Boulogne-Billancourt

Centre Pompidou renovation: get to know this 'inside out' Paris site

Centre Pompidou is one of France’s most recognisable public buildings, but it will be temporarily closed to the public from September

NFL boss dreams of lifting American football to 'the next level' in France

COO of the Paris Musketeers, Sebastian Stolz, believes the sport can gain traction in France

Video: French police play ‘Titanic’ theme while driving through flooded street in Paris

Fun reaction to storm attracts millions of viewers on social media

Americans protest in Paris and Nice to oppose Trump ‘authoritarianism’ on Saturday

Calls to gather at Place de la Bastille and on the Promenade des Anglais

Paris Nuit Blanche 2025: join in this weekend’s ‘all night’ free culture festival

Dozens of galleries, museums, and art spaces are holding events and tours

Paris tourism experiences post-Olympics and ‘Trump effect’ spike

The capital is booming as foreign tourists return to France this summer

Where in Paris is property becoming more affordable?

Seven arrondissements have now fallen below the €9,000 per square metre bracket

Farmers begin major protests in support of new deregulation bill

Union leaders have threatened to block roads out of Paris this week, impeding holiday plans for residents of the city

Missing British man with Parkinson’s Disease missing in Paris

Chris Arnheim, 65, finds it hard to communicate due to his condition

Are contactless payments coming to public transport in Paris?

Easier navigation of metro for tourists would come at a cost

Farmers prepare to blockade roads around Paris and elsewhere on Monday

Major protests in support of controversial farming bill are expected

Paris transport authorities backtrack over maximum size of luggage on metro

Previous rules meant passengers technically could not take airline luggage on metro trains

180 people from 50 different countries celebrate new French nationality in ceremony at Louvre

People originating from 50 countries took part in the event

A Parisian explains his city’s 20 arrondissements

To many foreigners, Paris means romance, culture and iconic landmarks but for Parisians, the city has a different feel

Paris announces date for river Seine to open for swimmers

Three natural swimming pools will open this summer along the river

Woman fined €150 for carrying a plant on Paris metro is reimbursed

The traveller says she could easily carry it without disturbing others

The Paris Navigo travel pass also gives culture discounts

Museums, theatres, gardens, cinemas, monuments…the capital’s transport pass can take you further

Video: Hailstorm pelts France over weekend ending early heatwave

Dramatic scenes as hail the size of golf balls fell in some areas on Saturday

Iconic Paris cinema restored to its Art Deco glory

Architects set out to modernise Le Grand Rex while respecting its original design

Paris set to issue new driving fines

Drivers who abuse ring road rules risk penalties

Americans called to join May 1 protest in Paris

Newly formed Paris Coalition for US Democracy voices anger about Donald Trump’s policies

Fines for driving in central Paris delayed until September

‘Educational period’ to be extended with drivers only cautioned for breaking rules

Paris pledges action against voyeurs in public swimming pool changing rooms

It comes after several women came forward to report similar sexual assaults

What is known about large fire at recycling centre in Paris

Residents nearby are being urged to remain cautious over inhaling smoke

Photos: Hundreds of Americans protest against Trump and Musk in Paris

‘Our goal is not anti-American but anti-oligarch’, says Democrats Abroad spokesman after the ‘Hands off’ demonstration on April 5

Experiences: Why I love living in Paris

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

New notaire data suggests easing of Paris property crisis

Property experts have talked of ‘easing pressure’ and ‘breathing space’ after a four-year slump

All about the new CDG Express, set to link Paris and CDG airport

The new service is scheduled to open in May 2027

Paris residents vote to pedestrianise 500 extra streets

Referendum was marred by low turnout and lack of concrete plans

British tourist claims rape by Paris taxi driver: Police search suspect

An investigation into the alleged assault has now been opened

TGV: Trenitalia opens ticket sales from €27 for new Paris-Marseille route

The Italian operator has announced competitive prices for its summer journeys

Cherry blossoms galore: Europe's largest Japanese garden is in France

Picnic beneath pink trees and celebrate the tradition of Hanami at the Parc Oriental de Maulévrier

Driving speed limits lowered in Paris amid pollution spike

City sees fine-particle pollution exceed normal levels

Alerts over high pollution in Normandy and Paris

Health warnings are in place for vulnerable people

Chance to win a real stone from Notre-Dame cathedral

A new competition is offering 50 stones as prizes. Here is how to enter

See how long it takes to sell a property in France by area in 2025

Some major cities have seen a significant increase in time to finalise a sale in comparison to 2024

Prosecutor investigates private parking companies near French airports

Some clients say their cars had been driven for up to 1,200 km whilst they were away and had been damaged

New car-sharing lanes on Paris ring road and two motorways: how do they work?

Limits will be in place for rush hour traffic with fines of €135 for rule-breakers

Olympic ‘horse’ Zeus to begin a tour of France - here is where it will go

The ‘floating’ metallic horse became one of the stars of the show, and is now set to gallop to new pastures

In figures: Paris’ celebrated annual agricultural show is underway

The Salon de l'Agriculture brings more than 1,000 exhibitors and 4,000 animals to the capital as well as politicians seeking photo opportunities

Photos: Paris exhibition explores what people do alone at home

Behind the curtain: L’Intime Expo takes a fascinating look at people's private lives

Americans in France: 1 in 4 people born in US who move across live in Paris

In contrast less than 6% of British-born and German-born residents live in the capital

Passenger exits plane by emergency slide as aircraft taxies on Paris airport runway

The man was intercepted by transport police and other passengers were evacuated from the plane

New carsharing lane to come into service on Paris ring road

Motorway lanes around Paris will also be limited to vehicles carrying at least one passenger

Comment: French plan to upgrade Louvre is long overdue

A €900million revamp of the the museum has been announced by President Macron

Paris joins Marseille in banning key boxes in bid to stop illegal tourist lets

‘Public space cannot be privatised,’ says the mayor of Paris Centre, in a new rental crackdown

American and British tourists will pay more to visit the Louvre - what about visa and residency card holders?

Renovations and a separate room for the Mona Lisa are also planned

Photos: the best English bookshops in Paris according to Vogue France

From ‘chic’ historic addresses to ‘cutting edge publishing houses’, find your favourite

Videos: hundreds of classic cars drive through Paris

‘Classic’ cars in France benefit from fewer driving restrictions and tests

Ranking shows French cities with the most, and fewest, traffic jams

Surprisingly, Paris did not rank highest

France sees temperatures as low as -33C

A level 2 snow and ice plan was activated in the Paris region reducing the speed limits for drivers. Alerts continue for gales in many departments