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Paris 2024 Olympics: what flags are banned from the stands during the competition?

The first events of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games are underway! To support your favorite athletes in the stands, don't make a blunder on the choice of flag ... Discover the restrictions;

Tourism: How to get tax-free shopping? Instructions for use

Tourists in France can take advantage of an often overlooked opportunity: tax-free shopping. This mechanism makes it possible to save on purchases thanks to VAT exemption. But how exactly do you benefit? Follow the guide!

Definitive closure of the French stores of this famous cosmetics brand

The Body Shop's cult cosmetics are set to disappear from French shelves. Announced for July 17, 2024, the closure of The Body Shop stores in France will put an end to a beauty saga that began in 1982. But there is still hope for fans of the brand ...

Île-de-France: ozone pollution episode this Friday, July 19, 2024 - recommendations

Airparif announces a new episode of Ozone (O3) pollution this Friday, July 19, 2024 in Paris, but also throughout the Île-de-France region. Discover the recommendations to follow.

Paris 2024 Olympics: museums and monuments closed during the opening ceremony

D-0 to the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games! Faced with such a big event and its constraints, many Parisian museums prefer to close their doors this July 26, 2024.

Shelley Duvall, the Shining actress, has died

American actress Shelley Duvall, famous for her role in Stanley Kubrick's Shining, has died aged 75. Found lifeless in her Texas home, she succumbed to complications related to diabetes.

SNCF: how do you transport a double bass on a TGV?

With the SNCF experimenting with the carriage of double basses for musicians on its TGV Inoui trains this summer, following a complaint from musicians, what is the procedure for taking a double bass on board the train? What procedures need to be followed? Are there any restrictions? We take a look!

An explosion in a famous Paris nightclub injures several people

Saturday July 6, 2024 traumatized some of the night owls out to celebrate the weekend at Pachamama ... This trendy club in the 11th arrondissement of Paris had a wall collapse, injuring several people during the evening. The cause of the tragedy is most surprising and raises a few questions ...

When should you go on vacation to avoid traffic jams? Bison Futé sees red this weekend in Ile-de-France

School vacations start on July 7, but traffic conditions are already forecast to be difficult this final weekend of June 28 and 29, 2024. Bison Futé forecasts a red Friday in the Île-de-France region.

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac designs the checkroom for officiants at the reopening of Notre-Dame de Paris

Notre-Dame de Paris is about to be reborn, adorned with the flamboyant couture creations of Jean-Charles de Castelbajac! The French designer, king of primary colors, has been chosen to reinvent the liturgical vestments for the cathedral's grand re-opening celebrations.

RER A: what's changing (for the better) for line users from September 2024

More RER A trains for less saturated evenings from September 2024? Île-de-France Mobilités is improving service by replacing short trains with longer ones, responding to user demand for smoother journeys. This initiative promises to revolutionize the experience of the 1.4 million daily passengers on Europe's busiest line.

Legislative elections 2024: do you have time to register to vote?

Following the dissolution of the National Assembly, the French are invited to elect their new deputies. Is it still possible to register on your commune's electoral roll before the June 30 vote?

Bernard Pivot, journalist, writer and presenter, has died

Bernard Pivot, journalist, broadcaster and literary enthusiast, has died aged 89. An iconic figure in the French media landscape, he left his mark on generations through cult programs such as "Apostrophes" and "Bouillon de culture". Here's a look back at the exceptional career and cultural impact of this lover of the French language!

Gas prices, Prime Rénov, consultation prices, stock exchange... what's changing on May 1, 2024

From May 1, 2024, Parisians and Ile-de-France residents, like all French people, face a host of changes, with notable adjustments in healthcare, energy and training. Find out what's changing this May.

Shopping tip: two new Action stores open in Paris!

Good news for bargain-hunting Parisians! Two new Action stores are coming to the capital. The first opened in the 19th arrondissement at the end of 2023, followed by another in the 15th arrondissement this Saturday, April 27, 2024. Action, recently voted France's favorite retailer, has no intention of stopping there, and is continuing its expansion in the City of Light, with products at unbeatable prices!

The Albert Kahn Museum's superb Japanese garden and other gardens that take us on a journey

The Musée Albert Kahn, which has just reopened its doors, unveils sublime gardens that are a must-see. Conceived as a scenic garden, this 4-hectare space features a magnificent Japanese garden and village, an English garden, a French garden and forests and meadows. A complete change of scenery.

Roberto Cavalli: the Italian fashion designer of legendary prints has died aged 83

This Friday, April 12, 2024, the fashion world mourns the loss of Roberto Cavalli, who died at 83 in Florence, Italy. A legendary couturier with roaring prints, he leaves behind a flamboyant legacy that marked the history of haute couture.

Ramadan 2025 in France: what you need to know about this month of fasting for Muslims

Ramadan is a special holy month in the Hegira calendar. During this period, observant Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. Here's what you need to know about Ramadan 2025.

Incidence rate by department at Friday June 30, 2023 in France

The incidence rate by department is an indicator to be followed very closely in order to monitor the evolution of the epidemic. We discover together the incidence rates of each department at Friday June 30, 2023.

Hospitalisations in France this Friday June 30, 2023: occupation rate of intensive care beds by region

Data on the coronavirus situation in France continues to be closely monitored. This Friday June 30, 2023, 9.47 % of intensive care beds in France are occupied.