#france

#france

Lavender is an emblem of Haute Provence, representing regional identity and historical ties back to Roman times, with essential oils and various uses.

France has initiated a pilot scheme where consumers receive cash for returning glass bottles for recycling, aimed at significantly boosting recycling rates across the nation.

France is experiencing multiple strike actions by rail workers and taxi drivers this week, which is coinciding with various significant events including the Oceans Conference and major public holidays.

In France, dog-friendly towns are awarded a "toutourisme" certificate, indicating a welcoming environment for pet owners, along with specialized tourist information.

"She is a magnificent person, she brings people together, she is unanimous," Bonadei said of Mbock Bathy's appointment as skipper.

For the second year, the number of people killed on the roads remains below 3,200. These results are to the credit of all road users who respect the rules and all professionals committed to ensuring their safety.

Many foreigners in France are experiencing significantly longer wait times for residency permits and citizenship applications at local préfectures, raising concerns about administrative efficiency.

Foreigners in France face significant challenges with the préfecture, experiencing long delays, paperwork issues, and difficulty contacting staff, affecting residency and citizenship applications.

Public transport workers in Nice filed a strike notice for Thursday, as part of a cross-sector, national strike called by the CGT union, in hopes of pushing for higher wages.

The statue, valued at €40,000 and initially controversial, was taken by activists posing as tourists and used in a protest at the Russian Embassy.

Heavy traffic is expected from mid-morning until late evening, particularly on key routes in the north-west of France and around Île-de-France.