Scam: the 10 fraudulent emails to be wary of right now
Fall has arrived, but unlike tree leaves, scammers don't fall. On the contrary, if we are to believe the number of requests they make, we could even be led...
New fuel aid: who will be able to receive the 100 euros?
Another pressure on the purchasing power of the French, fuel shortages added to galloping inflation or even rising energy prices. This is why the executive had set up, as...
Electricity: an orange Ecowatt alert next Monday?
Early warning signs? In its forecasts for the winter, RTE was especially worried about the month of January, considering that red Ecowatt days could not be ruled out, but...
Burglary: the state system to protect you this summer
Burglary season is back. According to the Home Office, 211,800 break-ins took place in 2022. This represents an increase of 11% compared to the previous year. But even more,...
Pierre Palmade and Muriel Robin: letter, argument… What happened after the accident
An iconic duo. At the end of the 1980s, Muriel Robin met Pierre Palmade and the two comedians would later form a writing duo, notably for the show They...
Payslip, gas prices… Everything that changes on July 1
Abolition of the regulated tariff and end of the tariff shield on gas, revaluation of the index point for civil servants, change in pay slips... Several elements change at...
Why does the American agency AP recommend avoiding writing “the French”?
A tweet that caused an uproar. On Thursday January 27, 2023, the American agency AP Stylebook, or The Associated Press Stylebook and Briefing on Media Law, recommended that certain...
Water restrictions: the departments concerned by prefectural decrees
This Thursday, May 25, 2023, 20 departments are affected by orders limiting the use of water and 25 others are in a state of "vigilance", according to the government...
Power cuts this winter: what the new government circular contains
An unprecedented energy context. Between the reduced availability of nuclear power plants and the low capacity of hydroelectric dams - fault of the drought - all that is missing...
Power cuts this winter: how to contact the emergency services in the event of...
The telephone has become the main means of contacting the emergency services. Thanks to a single number, 112, and the democratization of this means of communication, it is very...
Christmas scams: 6 scams to watch out for in December
Sunday, November 27 marked the first Sunday of Advent, so the holiday season has officially begun! The windows of department stores have already had a makeover and light decorations...
Pierre Palmade accident: the comedian again placed in detention?
Detention or freedom? A month to the day after the serious road accident he caused on a departmental road in Seine-et-Marne, the actor Pierre Palmade is still not fixed...
Fire in Vaulx-en-Velin: the chilling testimonies of the inhabitants
The flames wreaked havoc on Friday, December 16. At 3:12 a.m., a violent fire broke out in the town of Vaulx-en-Velin, in the Lyon suburbs. In a report published...
Telethon: what are the 4 ambassador cities this year?
Each year, the unmissable Telethon event brings together families determined to overcome their fight against rare genetic diseases... But also millions of French people who are present to attend...
Empty mailbox: why do you receive less mail?
Haven't received mail for several days? Expecting a package or letter that doesn't arrive? You are not alone. French mailboxes are empty. With the dematerialization of payslips, invoices and...
Delayed mail: dozens of post offices in difficulty
It's time to rebuild. The many republican symbols partially or totally destroyed by the anger of many rioters like town halls, as in Persan (Val-d'Oise), schools as in Tourcoing,...
Merger of Vitale and identity cards: what timetable for application?
Great upheaval in perspective. During an interview granted to Le Parisien on Monday May 29, the Minister for Action and Public Accounts Gabriel Attal announced the upcoming merger of...
Burglaries: what are the most targeted departments in 2023?
Summer is synonymous with sun, holidays and relaxation, but also, unfortunately, burglaries... This Tuesday, May 16, 2023, a study by the Ministerial Statistical Service for Internal Security (SSMSI), in...
Drug shortages: the 5 avenues envisaged by the government for the summer of 2023
Shortages continue to plague pharmacies across France. Some drugs are more affected than others, such as amoxicillin or paracetamol. Overall, all molecules are concerned, as the president of the...
Water shortages: towards new restrictions this summer?
Global warming is increasingly felt in our daily lives. Indeed, the rebounds of abnormal temperatures for the season have been linked for several months. This summer, it was the...
Strike against pension reform: all sectors disrupted on June 6
After the strike day of May 1, 2023, the inter-union called for demonstrations on Tuesday June 6, 2023, for a fourteenth day of mobilization against the pension reform. During...
Are myths about mosquitoes true or false?
Like every year, French households have to deal with mosquitoes. These critters that invite themselves into our homes to sting us are quite difficult to avoid. Misconceptions about these...
Compensation for train delays: the new measure that changes everything
Are you used to seeing your TGV arrive thirty minutes after the announced departure time? You will soon no longer be reimbursed for this delay. Indeed, on April 29,...
Facial recognition: will you soon be observed?
This Monday, May 12, 2023, the Senate adopted a bill allowing the experimentation of facial recognition. The latter, adopted at first reading, was voted with 226 votes in favor,...
Doomsday clock: humanity is dangerously close to the end of the world
The end of the world is fast approaching. On Tuesday, January 24, the doomsday clock was updated and humanity has only 90 seconds left before its extinction. It's a...
Doctors’ strike: appointments canceled on Friday?
The Doctors for Tomorrow collective is calling for a one-day strike this Friday, June 9 to oppose the "Valletoux" bill. This bill aims to improve access to care through...
Burglaries: this sign on your Linky speedometer should alert you
False identity, canvassers... Burglars multiply the techniques to enter your home. Discover in our slideshow below the signs that allow you to anticipate their actions. However, break-ins or attempted...
Power cuts: weekends, affected areas… Elisabeth Borne’s details
Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne had gathered ten of her ministers on Monday November 29 to discuss the power cuts that could potentially occur this winter. This subject, considered crucial,...
Murder of Lola: the revelations about Dahbia B. after the psychiatric expertise
It is a case that has moved the whole of France. On October 14, Lola, a 12-year-old schoolgirl, was found dead in the 19th arrondissement of the capital, after...
Ticks: which region is most affected?
Summer is fast approaching, accompanied by the famous summer vacation period. While some will choose to move away from France, others may decide to stay in France in order...
Disappearance of Jade in Carcassonne: the teenager has been found
On March 7, Jade Mathe's mother appealed to help her find her daughter. This young 16-year-old teenager in first class at the Jules-Fil high school in Carcassonne, had not...
Christmas 2022: gifts, tree, meals, decoration… How to prepare
While we all love Christmas, many of us also dread the stress of preparations. The end of the year period should however be a time of joy and family...
End of the receipt: the 5 exceptions to this new rule
The objective of reducing waste within the framework of the anti-waste law (AGEC) will soon take effect for our dear receipts. Its abolition, however postponed twice, is now official...
Scams: the 5 emails that should not be opened under any circumstances
You have a new message. Between jokes from friends, newsletters and order confirmations, it happens that our inbox is overwhelmed with emails of all kinds. Among them, sometimes slips...
9th wave of Covid-19: towards a return to wearing a mandatory mask?
We are indeed experiencing a 9th wave of Covid-19, said Mahmoud Zureik, an epidemiologist who confided in Parisian. And we should expect an average of 50,000 cases a day...
Arrival of the snow: who can fear power cuts?
This is one of the main concerns of the French this winter. Faced with tensions on the electricity network, the government is increasing prevention and awareness measures. One of...
Shortage of drugs: the 22 references out of stock in your pharmacy
The shortages in pharmacies are linked and look alike. Indeed, for several years, certain drugs have been out of stock. But since the start of the 2022 school year,...
Water shortage: the 14 departments concerned
Summer has not yet arrived, and yet the critical level of our water resources is confirmed and is set to continue or even worsen in the coming weeks, as...
EcoWatt alert: the 45 departments where it will be coldest on Monday
Electricity transmission system operators have warned: load shedding measures are not a possibility to be ruled out this winter. Indeed, with the French nuclear fleet only very slowly picking...
5 mistakes not to make with a plancha
Barbecue, brazier, plancha... All are making a comeback in view of the approaching summer period. However, whether in terms of the choice of food, utensils, or even the cleaning...
Covid-19: the 10 departments where the virus has almost disappeared
Three years after the first positive cases identified in France, the government is ending the exceptional measures. With 46.5 contaminations per 100,000 inhabitants in one week, the incidence rate...
Train: Renfe will offer trips at 9 euros in France
Difficult to make cheaper. While the SNCF is often singled out by travelers for the prices charged, the new offer from Renfe – its Spanish counterpart – will not...
An additional public holiday from 2024?
Will June 6, 2024 be a public holiday? This is at least the proposal made by Christophe Blanchet, deputy for Calvados. The latter, very involved in memorial issues, would...
Plastic bottle: what to do with attached caps?
The directive on single-use plastics voted in June 2019 by the European Union must come into force in July 2024. This directive requires that all beverage caps in plastic...
The departments where you will find the most beautiful beaches this summer
Tick tock, tick tock... It's vacation planning time! And yes, summer holidays are just around the corner and if you are still hesitating about your destination: don't panic, we...
Announced power cuts: will you have to deduct the hours yourself?
The message is concise, but inciting. Faced with possible cuts this winter, he begins like this: "We are told of power cuts, OK". Before giving advice to users: "But...
Summer weather: Météo France forecasts for July, August and September
Each month, Météo France issues a long-term bulletin of climate trends for the coming months, providing an analysis of average weather conditions for the next few months. This information...
Ozone alert: the 27 departments affected
Despite the strong heat and sunshine, a few days before the change of season, many French territories are affected by a strong peak in ozone pollution, this Friday, June...
Power cuts: the 5 things to do after load shedding
As you will have understood, we risk power cuts this winter in the event of a network surge. At issue: the poor state of the French nuclear fleet. These...
ZFE: the cities concerned in 2024
To facilitate the acceptance of low emission mobility zones (ZFE-M), which aim to gradually banish the most polluting vehicles from large cities, a Senate report recommends in particular to...
Drought this summer: the 28 departments where the risk is highest
A high risk summer. While spring will end in just over a month, the specter of a summer drought is already hovering over France. Indeed, the forecasts for the...
Mosquitoes: the shower gel that would protect you from them
The mosquitoes are back. And this year, the variety of tiger mosquitoes is very present in the territory. Like many French people, you may already have bites. Nevertheless, some...
Expired foods: 5 tips for reusing them
The figures for food waste in France are very substantial, since nearly 10 million tonnes of products are lost per year. These losses have an estimated cost of 16...
Drinking water: the 9 regions where it is contaminated by dioxane
Do we really know what flows in our taps? French drinking water is reputed to be safe and harmless to health, however, in recent weeks, alerts have multiplied with...
Your finest market: the 10 finalists are…
For the sixth consecutive year, TF1 is organizing a major competition to elect the most beautiful market in France. Since March 6, 2023, 24 cities have been in the...
Covid-19: can the government restore the wearing of masks as it wishes?
Towards a new resurgence of Covid-19? After three years of epidemic, the waves pass and are not alike. Between new variants, new symptoms and new mechanisms to fight the...
EuroMillions: a couple misses out on 205 million euros because of a big mistake
In 2021, Rachel and Liam, a couple from Hertfordshire and aged 19 and 21 respectively at the time, received a text message from Camelot. Important clarification: Camelot is the...
New driving license law: what changes from today?
This Monday, June 12, 2023 marks a change in the different terms of the precious sesame that is the driving license. Indeed, Parliament has definitively adopted a bill from...
Drought: the 21 departments on alert before summer
A summer under high tension. The drought this winter will have consequences for the months of June, July and August and the authorities are worried about it. The groundwater...
This cult chocolate from the 1980s will be making a comeback in 2023
Do you remember eating "Wonders of the World" chocolate bars for afternoon tea? This brand of chocolate was extremely popular in the 1980s and 1990s, but from the early...
Power cuts: cash dispenser, priority on the right… We will have to adapt
France is getting organized. The arrival of winter and the accompanying drop in temperatures will lead to greater energy consumption by individuals and businesses alike. If RTE has noted...
Riots: Emmanuel Macron announces an “emergency law”
Respond to concerns. It is with this objective in mind that Emmanuel Macron received many mayors on Tuesday July 4 in the village hall of the Elysée, a week...
Camping: equipment not to be forgotten
The time to organize these summer holidays has come! And if you have decided to go camping this year, you are one of the 22 million campers that France...
Power cuts this winter: Emmanuel Macron castigates “the scenarios of fear”
Lack of availability of nuclear power plants, low capacity of hydroelectric dams due to drought... This winter, many elements point to tensions on the French electricity network.According to the...
SNCF strike on December 7: the 6 regions that will be impacted
Annual salary negotiations will begin on Wednesday, December 7 at the SNCF. To make their demands heard, the CGT-Cheminot, SUD-Rail and CFDT unions have called on all staff to...
Ranking of the 10 best campsites in France
Summer holidays are fast approaching and many French people want to spend them camping. But which one to choose? Don't panic, we've compiled a list of the best campsites...
Burglars’ tricks to find out if you’re home
While the summer period is in full swing, many French households are already leaving for the holidays. This signals the period of open burglaries. Indeed, the months of July...
Travel: here are the 20 safest airlines in the world in 2023
"Madam, sir, welcome aboard". Every year, airlines redouble their efforts to attract as many travelers as possible. For tourists and French and foreigners, several criteria are taken into account...
Covid-19: the departments where the second recall is at its lowest
The beginnings of a ninth wave? Covid-19 contaminations started to rise again in the middle of November, after a three-week lull on the epidemic front. According to the latest...
Drought: the 5 departments where the risk of cracks is the greatest
The consequences of the drought are beginning to be felt. On June 30, 2023, Le Parisien revealed the ranking of the cities most impacted by aridity. This study was...
Ninth wave of Covid-19: the 32 departments where the incidence rate has jumped
The lull was only short-lived. Covid-19 is once again being talked about in France, just a few weeks after the end of the eighth wave because, as many scientists...
Flea market: these rules to follow if you want to sell your items
Summer is fast approaching in France and flea markets are becoming more and more numerous. Even if they take place throughout the year, it is true that the summer...
Water restrictions now: the departments that could switch
The Info Sécheresse site has been warning for several months about the too low level of groundwater. As of June 22, 2023, the site updates to seven the number...
Out of stock: the 6 Christmas gifts that will be difficult to offer this...
Santa's elves are experiencing some difficulties this year. As the holidays are fast approaching, the crises that have followed one another in particular due to Covid-19 or the war...
Sound radars: why your car could be flashed
If you live in the capital, you have surely already come across a sound radar. In the middle of an experimental phase in Paris, these radars will soon be...
Burglary: should you leave your shutters open while you are away?
Holidays are synonymous with sunshine and leaving, but also with the fear of being robbed... When it comes to turning off the gas, watering the plants and emptying the...
SAMU strike: the 49 departments concerned
An unlimited strike. This Monday, July 3 at 3:15 p.m., many medical regulation assistants from the SAMU centers will begin a strike which could well last all summer. In...
Shortage: the 25 drugs soon to be relocated to France
From a simple headache to a chronic illness, treatment is less and less accessible in pharmacies. And for good reason: for several months, France has been plagued by a...
Child drowning: what precautions to take by the pool this summer?
Summer is approaching and with it its barbecues and swimming. As the good weather sets in across the country, the risk of drowning will unfortunately increase in the same...
Heat wave: what system is planned to anticipate heat waves for this summer?
"Anticipate, inform, protect": the government and its Minister for Ecological Transition, Christophe Béchu, present this Thursday, June 8, 15 measures to deal with the high risk of heat waves...
Emergency calls: the 6 numbers to know this summer
15, 18, 114, 196… numbers, which, put one behind the other, could make you think of a winning lottery sequence. However, this is not the case... Looking at them...
How a roll of toilet paper delayed a plane flight by 26 hours
Shortages aren't just for the mainland. On Thursday, December 15, 2022, flight BY718 of the low-cost airline TUI connecting Manchester (United Kingdom) to Sharm el-Sheikh (Egypt), initially scheduled for...
Universal national service: 5 questions to understand its final version
Universal national service was one of the campaign promises of Emmanuel Macron, who wanted to see a rebirth of military service. Nevertheless, it is in a new form that...
Drought: 16 French departments benefit from an abundance of water
This encouraging news offers welcome relief for authorities and residents who have had to deal with the challenges of water scarcity. For several weeks, many cities have been trying...
Plume of smoke from Canada: the 17 most affected departments
On Sunday, June 25, 2023, large clouds of smoke invaded the sky of Montreal, according to information collected by Le Figaro. Local authorities then warned of the toxicity of...
Silverfish: 5 things that attract them to you
Silverfish, or more commonly known as silverfish, are small insects belonging to the Lepismatidae family. Even if the latter present no danger to the health of others, they are...
Water restrictions: the measures taken by campsites in the face of this summer’s drought
France is the European country with the most campsites on its territory, as well as the second in the world, ranked just after the United States, since it welcomes...
Vital card: all about the mobile application
An essential document. The carte vitale is in the wallet of all French people and is used at each medical consultation or visit to the pharmacy, to benefit from...
Water restrictions: all departments in crisis situation one week before summer
This Wednesday, June 14, 2023, 30 departments are affected by orders limiting the use of water. 29 others are in a state of "vigilance", according to the government site...
Forest fires in Canada: the smoke arrives in France
For several weeks, the fire season in Canada has been launched. But since Sunday, June 25, 2023, large clouds of smoke have invaded the sky of Montreal, according to...
Drought: all departments affected by water restrictions this week
The water restrictions put in place concern both industry and agriculture, but also domestic uses. Indeed, the watering of your garden or vegetable patch may be limited or even...
Contaminated drinking water: these cities that will not have water until the end of...
A summer without water. This is therefore what many inhabitants of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region are going through. Indeed, no less than 18,000 inhabitants of the territory are deprived...
The top of the worst cities in France
On his Instagram account @globetolter, the youtubeur Tolt asked a tricky question to his 76,000 subscribers: "What is the worst city in France?" "It's up to you to vote...
Treasure hunts: all the puzzles that can win you big
As vitisphere.com reminds us, "some of the world's most famous treasure hunts have taken years to solve, and the Golden Owl, launched in 1993, turns 30 this April without...
Energy check, repair bonus… Everything that changes on December 1, 2022
This year was marked by the disbursement of multiple aids. Indeed, in the face of galloping inflation and soaring energy prices, the executive has put in place several legislative...
Which departments are affected by the proliferation of this dangerous algae?
Be vigilant during your beach outings this summer, in the departments concerned. Something invisible to the naked eye could have slipped between your toes. This microalga called Ostreopsis poses...
Emmanuel Macron on a surprise visit to a police barracks in Paris: what did...
The return to calm soon? This night from Monday July 3 to Tuesday July 4 will not have been as violent as the previous ones. Indeed, 17 arrests would...
Air conditioning, barbecue: 5 fines you risk this summer
Now essential in summer, the barbecue and the air conditioner, as a measure of safety and energy sobriety, are subject to strict regulations. In France, to make a barbecue,...
Burglary: mistakes not to make before going on vacation
Before going on vacation, it is essential to be aware of the potential risks associated with the disclosure of personal information on social networks. These days, a simple message...
The 11 poorest departments in France
€23,320. This is the median standard of living in mainland France, Martinique and Reunion in 2020, according to the latest INSEE study published in January 2023. A figure which...
The favorite village of the French 2023: here are the 14 municipalities selected in...
Who will succeed the Alsatian municipality of Bergheim? This Friday, June 30, the 12th edition of the Favorite Village of the French is broadcast, organized by France 3 and...
Covid-19: everything that changed on July 1
It's a long chapter that turns to the fight against Covid-19, with several changes that came into effect on July 1, 2023. The TousAntiCovid application, which played a key...
Water restrictions: the 44 departments concerned since June 18, 2023
This Sunday, June 18, 2023, 44 departments are affected by at least one order limiting the use of water. 21 others are in a state of "vigilance", according to...
Jellyfish on the beaches: which departments are already concerned?
Since the first weeks of June 2023, the mass arrival of jellyfish near the French coast has not gone unnoticed. In summer, the warming of the waters contributes to...
Securing your passwords: mistakes not to be made
Pirates have haunted our nightmares since childhood. But when you grow up, it's no longer the ship raiders that worry you, but the data thieves on the web. And...
The 11 things not to do when you are invited
When you are invited somewhere, whether it is with friends, relatives or colleagues, it is essential to be polite and polite. By respecting certain rules of conduct, you show...
Curfew this week: the list of cities concerned
Will the riots end soon? The night of Sunday July 2 to Monday July 3 was calmer in many cities, after a particularly violent last week. Degradation, fire, looting,...
Burglary: the 10 municipalities where you are most at risk of being a victim
On June 21, 2023, Le Figaro, in collaboration with FigData, revealed the ranking of the most dangerous municipalities in France. Indeed, this study is interested in the facts of...
Beach: all the rules to follow to avoid paying a fine
Sand, tan, a game of volleyball. The beach is one of the favorite places of the French, Expedia.fr conducted a study with 11,165 holidaymakers on their behavior at the...
Disabled adult allowance: soon the end of the spouse’s resources
After sparking heated debate, the revision of the method of calculating the allowance for disabled adults (AAH) was finally adopted last December by decree. This change will take place...
“Your most beautiful market”: La Réole wins the sixth edition of the competition
The verdict fell this Thursday, June 29. Marie-Sophie Lacarrau announced in her 1 p.m. news the name of the town which won the title of the most beautiful market...
Fake hitman scam: this new scam that floods mailboxes
“This week, a client contacted me with all your contact details and asked me to kill you”: this is the mysterious email received by some French people for a...
Emma, Louis, Ambre… What is the most given first name in your department in...
We take the same and start again ? Insee (National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies) unveils this Tuesday, July 4, the ranking of the most given first names...
Vacation tranquility: everything you need to do before leaving home
A holiday that was not completely serene. Leaving your accommodation unattended while on vacation is not always easy, especially when you know that burglaries increase during the months of...
Mosquitoes: a new solution developed to drive them away
Scorching night at the weekend, heavy weather... Summer has settled in well. With it, mosquitoes return to invade your homes. Indeed, for several months, tiger mosquitoes have been appearing...
Secondary residences: 3600 municipalities concerned by a possible surcharge.
The Local Finance Committee (CFL) has given its favorable opinion on the decree aimed at widening the list of municipalities that will be able to apply an increase in...
Departure on vacation: this error which multiplies by 6 the risks of accident
The long-awaited summer vacation weekend has finally arrived. After a first small wave of departures recorded last week, this weekend of July 8 and 9 will be busier on...
The top 10 favorite French pastries
Chocolate mousse and tiramisu have already captured the hearts of the French in the dessert category. In other words, chocolate dominates in this sector. What about pastries? On the...
ARS: millions of families will receive this aid in August
That's it, we finally know the dates of payment of the ARS. Its aim: to help the expenses of children attending school, aged 6 to 18, at the start...
Avoid these mistakes: 8 items not to store in your garage
It is common to store items or appliances in our garage due to lack of space in the house. However, be aware that certain items should absolutely not be...
Phones tapped: all professions that will not be affected
Smile, you are listened to. This Wednesday, July 6, 2023, the deputies adopted article 3 of the programming bill for justice. Very controversial, the measure provides for the remote...
Here are our tips for keeping your fruit longer in your fridge
Does your fruit rot quickly in your fridge? You don't know how to keep them longer? Don't panic, we've compiled the best tips for you to extend their storage...
VigiEau: the new platform to know the water restrictions near you
This Wednesday, July 12, 2023, 84 departments are in a drought situation, according to the government site Propluvia. In almost 66, restrictions on the use of water are in...
A Winning Combination: Estate Agents and Social Media Advertising
Estate agents amidst the picturesque landscapes and diverse real estate offerings, are embracing a powerful ally in their quest to connect with potential buyers and sellers – social media...
Sending checks by La Poste: why does the Bank of France want to stop...
Soon the end of sending checkbooks by La Poste in favor of withdrawal from an agency? According to the Échos this Thursday, “the Bank of France wants to stop sending checkbooks by mail”:...
Fake hitman scam: this new scam that floods mailboxes
“This week, a client contacted me with all your contact details and asked me to kill you”: this is the mysterious email received by some French people for a...
Holidays: the 5 good reflexes to have when you lose sight of your child
We immediately imagine the worst. When you lose sight of a young child, in a crowd or even in a deserted place, the human reflex is to panic, before...
New tax: towards an increase in alcohol prices?
With moderation. Would the government want to dissuade consumers from drinking alcohol? In any case, this is one of the subjects which animates certain debates within the Ministry of...
Driving license: soon a dematerialized version?
A new digital revolution is underway. On the occasion of the Interministerial Committee for Road Safety (CISR), this Monday, July 17, 2023, Gérald Darmanin announced the "total dematerialization" of...
Bed bugs: how widespread is the phenomenon in France?
Red pimples, intense itching. And, above all, the feeling of being overwhelmed and the urge to run away. While the summer holidays have started well and many French people...
Beach: 7 tips to avoid having your belongings stolen
Summer is in full swing. Many French people and tourists from abroad are resting and taking advantage of the current high temperatures in France. While some prefer to stay...
Use of wastewater: the government authorizes its agricultural, industrial and domestic uses
After the violent episode of drought in the summer of 2022, the government launched a "water plan" in March 2023 which notably provides for better use of "grey" water,...
Frozen windshield: the best tips for defrosting it quickly
Nightmare for motorists when hitting the road for work in winter: “frost” makes a comeback with the cold. Since this Sunday, January 7, the “Moscow-Paris” crosses part of Europe...
Boiler: the 7 problems that can arise this winter
The first wave of extreme cold is currently hitting France, while snow is also appearing in the mountains, but also in the plains. It should therefore increase in the...
Extreme cold: our advice to avoid damaging your smartphone
The French ended up forgetting it, but the bitter cold is indeed back this winter with negative temperatures and the arrival of snow in certain departments. While the “severe...
Fuels: is a drop in prices expected in 2024?
Good news ! After having come dangerously close to the 2 euros per liter mark for gasoline in September 2023, the price of fuel has finally ended up stabilizing....
U.S. Money Reserve Reviews Central Banks’ Gold-Buying Practices
Central banks — the entities that manage specific countries’ money supply — purchase gold for a number of reasons, including as a way to help promote financial and economic stability.
Gold...
Burglary and wave jamming: how does the new thieves trick work?
This has become the new technique for robbers to rob a store without triggering the security alarms: the wave jammer. The thieves swapped their wire cutters for a GSM...
Composting bio-waste in 2024: which bin to choose?
Old habits die hard these days. Starting with those in your kitchen. Throwing your vegetable peelings in the trash is now prohibited, under penalty of a fine! But rest...
Composting in 2024: the list of municipalities which distribute free bins
It's official, since January 1, 2024, sorting of organic waste is obligatory for all French people, who must install compost in their homes. In collective housing, cities must provide...
L’Equipe, Le Monde… which are the newspapers which increase their prices
You may not have noticed, but some press titles increased their prices on January 1. Among them: Le Monde, Ouest France and L'Équipe... All of these titles have in common the fact of...
Galette des rois: how to know the value of a bean?
The 2024 epiphany has begun. The opportunity to get together as a family around a galette des rois. Every year, in France alone, 60 million pancakes are produced. If...
Here are the 19 most remarkable trees in the Brittany region
Since 2000, the “Remarkable Tree of France” label has awarded this status to 800 trees. Trees with often unique characteristics, which embellish the living and natural French heritage. This...
The Château de d’Artagnan is for sale in the Gers: what we know
It is a small castle with an immense and legendary history. A few dozen kilometers from Auch, in the Gers, the Château de Lupiac was the birthplace of Charles...
Mont Saint-Michel, Lascaux cave: the 69 torch relay sites for the 2024 Olympics revealed
In 198 days, on Friday July 26, 2024, the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games will officially launch. An event awaited like every four years on an international scale,...
10 things to know about your rights in winter
With the late arrival of the bitter cold in France this year, some of us may have forgotten how to prepare for harsh weather conditions. The significant drop in temperatures and snowfall...
Extreme cold: towards power cuts this week?
According to the announcements from Météo France: “this week promises to be icy in France”. Negative temperatures which are not without raising concerns: “will there be enough electricity for...
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Taxes: here is the (large) amount of the advance that the tax authorities will...
The end-of-year holidays have just ended and it is nice to benefit from an influx of money during the month of January, independent of...
Weather: what will the weather be like in February, March and April?
At the start of 2024, the temperatures on the thermometer are enough to make us shiver. Negative temperatures, even during the day, throughout France,...
Rain spell next week: here are the regions affected
France is coming out of a week of extreme cold, with temperatures which, locally, reached -10 degrees, such as near Strasbourg in the Grand-Est....
New year’s eve: cities from a wide range of fireworks bans
authorities in Germany want to be banned with expanded Firecrackers, and more presence of police excesses in the new year's eve to prevent...
