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Roland-Garros 2024: the schedule of semi-final matches to watch this Friday

It's the most eagerly awaited tennis event of the year: Roland-Garros returns to Paris! After a week of qualifying, it's time for the final draw, with the semi-finals. Here's today's match schedule!

World Wellness Day 2024: our ideas for a relaxed weekend out

Taking care of yourself is important! That's why we're celebrating World Wellness Day on Saturday, June 8, 2024. To mark the occasion, we've put together a selection of activities and outings to pamper yourself.

Nina Métayer voted World's Best Pastry Chef 2024 by The World's 50 Best Restaurants

Nina Métayer continues to shine, and just a few months after being awarded the title of World Pastry Chef by the Uibc, was presented with the distinction of "World's Best Pastry Chef 2024" by The World's 50 Best Restaurants awards on Wednesday June 6.

La meilleure boulangerie de France 2024: the 10 candidates in Île-de-France - grande couronne

Another gourmet week on M6! After criss-crossing the regions of Eastern France, Normandy and Brittany, "La meilleure boulangerie de France" stops off in Île-de-France. Find out more about the 10 bakery candidates in Île-de-France - grande couronne, to be seen on M6 from Monday June 10 to Friday June 14, 2024.

Death of Ben: the avant-garde artist died on June 5, 2024 at the age of 88

Known for his installations and humorous phrases, Ben was one of the great names of contemporary art in France. He died on June 5, 2024, at the age of 88.

Warning siren on the 1st Wednesday of the month: do you know what this signal is for?

Every first Wednesday of the month, at midday, an alarm sounds in France's major cities. Where does this particular warning siren come from, and what does it mean?

Inauguration of the Numerobis Tower, the new attraction at Parc Astérix 2024

To mark the 35th anniversary of Parc Astérix in 2024, discover "La Tour de Numérobis", a spectacular 48-metre-high attraction in the Egypt zone.

Parc Astérix celebrates its 35th anniversary in 2024: the program and new features

Parc Astérix is looking forward to a new season in 2024. And this special year, which celebrates the 65th anniversary of Asterix and the 35th anniversary of the Park, promises many surprises. A new attraction, a musical and a new float are all on the program, and we tell you all about it.

Did you know? The Navigo pass entitles you to discounts at cinemas, museums, châteaux, festivals...

Not many people know about it, but did you know that the Navigo Pass offers a range of cultural benefits in the Paris region? Access discounts at cinemas, museums, châteaux, theaters and even festivals. We tell you all about it!

RER A strike this Friday: traffic forecasts

Bad news for RER A commuters. Due to a labor movement, traffic is expected to be disrupted this Friday, May 31, 2024. Here are the traffic forecasts.

Line 14: you'll have to pay more to take the metro to Orly airport

If you're planning to take the metro to Orly, you'll have to pay a few extra euros, as you'll need a special ticket! However, this does not apply to holders of a Navigo pass.

What's changing in June 2024: Gas, Parcoursup, taxes, change of address, Pass'Sport...

What's in store for you this June 2024? Last days to declare your taxes, Parcoursup admissions open, gas prices rise, compulsory change of address... Find out what's in store for you in France from this June 1, 2024.

Roland-Garros 2024: alcohol is now banned in the stands after outbursts

"Alcohol is a thing of the past" at Roland-Garros, said tournament director Amélie Mauresmo, after a number of players criticized the atmosphere in the stands.

Place de la Concorde closed to traffic from June 1st: cars, bikes and pedestrians

From this Saturday 1ᵉʳ June at 6am, the Place de la Concorde will be completely closed to vehicular, cyclist and pedestrian traffic. A notable change that we're going to have to integrate to avoid getting stuck in bypass traffic.

Nuit Blanche 2024: no metros open all night, how to get around Paris?

Nuit Blanche takes place this Saturday, June 1, 2024 in Paris and the Île-de-France region. While the metros won't be running all night, what are the alternatives for getting around easily from one event to the next? Here are our tips!

Pharmacists' strike: pharmacies open for emergencies this Thursday

This Thursday, May 30, 2024, the majority of pharmacies in the country will be closed, due to a massive strike. But if you have an emergency and need medicine fast, a few are still open in the capital!

Pass'Sport: who can benefit from this financial aid for sports?

Introduced for the 2021-2022 school year, the Pass'Sport scheme has been extended for another year! This financial aid for sports is aimed at children, as well as certain adults. Who is eligible?

A Boeing returns to Orly airport after takeoff: children from CM2 and 6e deprived of their stay

29 pupils from CM2 and 6e were due to fly to Athens this Monday, May 27, 2024! After a first flight that turned back, a second that didn't take off, they were tied up for over an hour in a 3rd aircraft before the trip was cancelled. The flight scheduled for 9am ended up taking off 11 hours late, without them.

Roland-Garros 2024: how much do ball boys earn?

After the participants in the clay-court tournament, we wondered how much the ball boys and girls earn during the French Open. Well, nothing at all! We explain why.

Did you know that RATP lends umbrellas free of charge?

It's raining and you don't have an umbrella? Did you know that RATP can lend you one? To protect yourself on rainy days, all you have to do is ask at the reception desk of one of the participating stations and pay a deposit, which will be returned to you when you return the umbrella.