British woman in her 20s 'is found dead behind church during family holiday to France'

By JAMES REYNOLDS Published: 10:56 EDT, 18 July 2025 | Updated: 11:43 EDT, 18 July 2025 A British woman in her 20s has been found dead behind a church in France. The woman, who has not been named, is understood to have been on holiday in Normandy...

Working more for less: France’s austerity push sparks outrage

(Representational Image: iStock) For decades, France has stood as Europe’s most defiant advocate for work-life balance. It enshrined the 35-hour workweek, guaranteed extensive paid holidays, and made the “right to disconnect” a legal entitlement....

Tourist in Spain who 'grabbed' snake for a photo warned he 'could have died'

Zahna Eklund Social News Reporter 07:00, 16 Jul 2025 If you like adventuring when you're on holiday, you'll know all about going on walks and getting lost in the local culture. Maybe you like going on hikes and looking at the wildlife, or perhaps...

From Kim Jong Un, With Regret: North Korea's Fancy New Resort Now Bans Foreign Tourists

Last Updated:July 18, 2025, 16:27 IST North Korea barred foreign tourists from the Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Zone after welcoming its first Russian visitors. Wonsan Kalma Coastal Tourist Area houses over 400 buildings. (Photo Credit: X)North...

Topshop returning to high street in Donegal department store

Davy Wilson and Catherine DoyleBBC News NI ShareSave Topshop is returning to the high street in a partnership with one of the Republic of Ireland's best known department stores. McElhinney's in Ballybofey, County Donegal, is to begin selling...

France could lose two public holidays in a bid to balance its books

French prime minister calls for scrapping of two public holidays in austerity budget

French prime minister François Bayrou has called on the French to "work more" and abolish two public holidays, while outlining the 'austerity' budget that will attempt to get a grip on the country's ballooning deficit. The PM on Tuesday afternoon...

New 20 euro fee incoming for Greece, Italy and 28 other countries

New regulations will soon require UK passport holders to pay a 20 euro fee to enter a total of 30 countries such as Spain, Greece and Italy. Yet some people will be exempt. Post-Brexit, it will soon become a legal requirement for UK citizens to...

Moment horrified tourists desperately provide first aid after famed daredevil Felix Baumgartner fatally crashed his paraglider into Italian swimming pool packed with children

Images have emerged from the scene of world-famous skydiver Felix Baumgartner's tragic paragliding accident at an Italian holiday resort amid claims that he suffered a medical emergency mid-air. Baumgartner, 56, lost his life at around 4pm local...

France's PM aims to lower deficit to 4.6% of GDP by next year

France's Prime Minister Francois Bayrou on Tuesday unveiled his 2026 budget proposal to slash public spending while also increasing defence expenses - including axing two public holidays. France is under pressure to bring its public deficit under...

France considers axing public holidays to rescue economy

French Prime Minister François Bayrou unveiled a new budget plan, including the proposal to cut public holidays to reduce France’s deficit. Credit : Antonin Albert, Shutterstock If you live in France and you’re used to planning a cheeky long...

France's PM wants to cut 2 public holidays to save money

PARIS -- France’s prime minister proposed on Tuesday the elimination of two public holidays from the country’s annual calendar — possibly Easter Monday and the day marking the Allied victory over the Nazis — to save money in next year’s budget....

Survey reveals Americans envy French lifestyle - especially their work-life balance

10:31 ET, 18 Jul 2025 Over half of Americans are fans of the French lifestyle, praising their devotion to fresh ingredients, arts, culture, and a good work/life balance. A poll of 2,000 adults found a third of French-admirers love their preference...

Warning of French motorway 'péage' scam

A warning has been circulated about a scam relating to the 'péage' tollbooths on French motorways, apparently targeting holidaymakers. As people head off on their summer holidays, millions will be passing through the tollbooths on French...

A Beckham peace deal? Elton John acts as mediator in Brooklyn's family feud as he shakes hands with his godson after 'saying his piece' on row while treating him and his wife Nicola Peltz to a swanky lunch in St Tropez

Footage has emerged that showed the moment Elton John sat down for lunch with godson Brooklyn Beckham and his wife Nicola Peltz, in a bid to calm the family's escalating feud. The legendary musician, who has been friends with David, 50, and...

French Class Shares Thoughts on Cheyenne Pit Stop on the Way to Vegas

A group of French students traveling through the United States made a stop in Cheyenne as part of a class trip and shared their thoughts on the city and their experience in America. Celeste and Maghis, two classmates on the trip, reflected on how...

France’s military pigeons a reminder of a brave past

These days, French military pigeon number 193-529 is no longer needed to carry tiny messages during wartime communication blackouts. However, the racing bird serves as a reminder of the brave service of its predecessors in World Wars I and II, and...

Benefits of a French Residence Permit in 2025

France is more than wine, fashion, and romantic cityscapes. It’s also one of the most strategically valuable countries in Europe to hold legal residency. Whether you’re relocating as a financially independent individual, launching a startup under...

'Horrible smell' which makes people 'feel sick' hits UK towns – and France is to blame

14:17, 18 Jul 2025Updated 14:17, 18 Jul 2025 A group of British seaside towns have been hit with a sudden “horrible smell” which some have blamed on...the French. Locals in Chichester, Bognor and Littlehampton, in West Sussex, took to social media...

Explainer-French PM aims to soften opposition to his budget to avert new crisis

By Leigh Thomas PARIS (Reuters) -French Prime Minister Francois Bayrou has to convince opposition Socialist lawmakers in the coming months to tolerate his 44 billion euro budget squeeze or he faces the risk of being toppled. Bayrou is bringing his...