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Disneyland Paris: the nurses’ strike could lead to the closure of the park

A threat lurks over Disneyland Paris, following a strike movement in nurses. The huge theme park cannot open without a minimum number of healthcare staff members. In the middle of the summer season, this situation worries…

CoCo's chic brunch at the Opéra Garnier terrace restaurant

A chic, elegant Parisian brunch? Head to CoCo at the Opéra Garnier for a gourmet brunch every weekend in the historic building or on its sublime terrace overlooking the legendary building.

Global warming: air-conditioned stores obliged to close their front doors

To fight against global warming, the City of Paris and several others have issued a decree obliging air-conditioned stores to close their front doors, under threat of a fine, to prevent higher energy consumption.

Covid: health emergency to stop on July 31, 2022

France has been in health emergency since March 24, 2020, because of the Covid-19 epidemic; The situation is about to come to a close: the health emergency is to end on July 31, 2022.

7th wave of Covid: what to expect?

As you've no doubt noticed, Covid-19 is back with a vengeance, causing tens of thousands of infections every day. The cause is a new, more contagious sub-variant, which could well push the government into action.

Could residential parking fee increase in Paris?

According to a report from the Regional Audit Chamber, it would be better for Paris to increase residential parking fees to encourage motorists to use underground parking. Some recommendation refused by elected Parisian representatives.

Le Rocher des Trésors II, Château de Chantilly’s light and sound show and firework!

How about attending a light and sound show with firework on the façade of a magical castle? From September 15 to 18, 2022, the Domaine de Chantilly awaits to unveil a show, “Le Rocher des Trésors II”, inviting us to travel 200 years back with Henry of Orleans.

Muriel Aublet-Cuvelier's solidarity brunch for Ukrainians at La Table du Recho

La Table du Recho, the 16th arrondissement's charity restaurant, invites pastry chef Muriel Aublet-Cuvelier to treat you to a charity brunch on Saturday, May 14, 2022. Sign up now for this gourmet brunch, with proceeds going to the World Central Kitchen association, which provides food aid to the Ukrainian people.

Run My City 2022, run through the most beautiful monuments in Paris: discover the route

Run My City, the Parisian race taking us through the emblematic monuments and places or even the hidden gems in Paris, is back for a new edition to enjoy on Sunday May 15, 2022. Discover the route, and sign up now!

Heated terraces: the ban comes into effect this April 1, 2022, in France

This measure was to be implemented in the spring 2021. French deputies eventually decided to spurn the ban of heated terraces in restaurants and cafés to April 2022. So, starting from April 1, outdoor heating on terraces will be banned.

The Panoramic Terrace of Printemps 7e Ciel

Le Printemps unveils its terrace in the women's building. Head to the 7th floor to discover a new rooftop to relax, have a drink and admire the beautiful view of Paris and the Eiffel Tower.

Covid: facemask-wearing no longer compulsory in closed places subject to the vaccine pass from February 28th

The government pursues their calendar lifting health measures in France. This February 11th, the executive announces the end of compulsory facemask-wearing in closed places subject to the vaccine pass from February 28th.

Covid: Pfizer's Covid drug Paxlovid available in pharmacies from Friday

After being granted marketing approval from the European Medicines Agency, Pfizer's Covid drug Paxlovid - 89% effective against hospitalizations and deaths caused by coronavirus - will be available from Friday February 4, 2022, in pharmacies.

Vaccine pass: the Constitutional Council passes the bill, coming into effect this January 24th

The vaccine pass will come into effect this Monday January 24, 2022: the Constitutional Council passed most of the bill this Friday January 21. For the record, the institution was referred to by deputies and senators following the approval of the bill by the Parliament last Sunday.

Covid: the pandemic is “nowhere near over”, the WHO says

As some people have been willing to be optimistic, this January 18, 2022, the WHO has warned the world. World Health Organization Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus told a press brief the pandemic was “nowhere near over”, adding “new variants are likely to emerge”.

Covid: the number of patients in ICU starts to decrease

The number of patients in ICU has been slightly decreasing for the past three days. This is some very hopeful news, as contamination data keep breaking records.

Yvelines: the law suspends compulsory facemask-wearing outdoors

After being urgently informed by private people, this Wednesday January 12, Versailles administrative court has suspended the prefectorial decree making facemask-wearing compulsory outdoors in Yvelines.

Omicron: the presence of the covid variant by department in France this 0

The coronavirus epidemic continues in France. The Omicron variant accounts for 0 % of covid cases in France this 0. The proportion of Omicron versus Delta cases detected in each French department is shown below.

How to optimize your stay in Paris? The best cheap deals in the capital

Who said that a stay in Paris would necessarily be expensive? We share with you the best tips and good plans to travel in the capital at a low price!

Coronavirus – Île-de-France: one Île-de-France inhabitant in 25 tests positive

Because of the fifth wave and the high contagiousness of the Omicron variant, the Covid-19 infection toll has been skyrocketing in the country since late December. And Île-de-France is particularly hit since between January 4 and 11, 2022, one test in twenty-five is positive, according to primary data from Santé Publique France.