As French student protests continue, we take a look at how French police have seized some protest signs and break down whether this is legal, or police intimidation. We also discuss the origin of a sl...

We take a look at what exactly French high school students are demanding in their nationwide blockades. From crumbling buildings, to absent teachers who are not replaced, to applying to university, we...

Amid the enthusiasm over the first papal visit to France in 18 years, we take a deep dive into religion in France. We try to answer the question, "How do the French feel about religion?" From its Cath...

Whether it’s visiting a national monument, going behind-the-scenes at a television station or walking around a neighbour’s castle, millions participate every year in The European Heritage Days. We div...

For the UN's International Day of Democracy we ask: “how is democracy doing in France and globally?” We also take a look at Le Monde's Ipsos poll on the presidential election as well as studies on the...

Paris may be ‘Céline City’ at the moment with the frenzy over Céline Dion’s comeback concerts, but what about other international musicians? Do they tour as much in France as elsewhere in Europe? In…

We dive into the particularities of France's firefighting system, including how they came to be called "sapeurs-pompiers", this as firefighters kick off six weeks of strikes. Finally, we discuss how…

Every year, millions of people flock to the French city of Lille on the first weekend of September for Europe's biggest flea market, the "Braderie de Lille". We dive into its rich history, the many terms…

First day of school jitters are now behind most of France's 11.6 million pupils, but this "rentrée", or back-to-school period, is being marked by a number of challenges and changes: phone bans, concer...

The story of a legend at the crossroads of America’s culture wars.

Is one of France’s favorite theme parks a ‘Disneyland for Dictators,’ as The Guardian claims? The British paper has uncovered documents that indicate the French theme park ‘Puy du Fou’ continued working…

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The French president has once again been spotted wearing sunglasses indoors. On this edition of Entre Nous, we look at what’s behind the shades: why he wears them, what they reveal about France’s eyew...

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As summer vacation season gets underway here in France, we take a closer look at camping. France holds the record for the most campsites in Europe. We look at camping's aristocratic origins, its popul...

In this edition of Entre Nous we look at the weight that beauty trends have in France. We break down the current sardine craze and the claims it can improve one's skin. As tins fly off shelves, we als...

With summer in full swing in France, we take a look at the French festive spirit and how traditional banquets are creating controversy, with reports of racist slurs and Nazi salutes at the events. We…

As the United Kingdom marks 10 years since the Brexit vote, we take a look at how it has impacted daily life for Brits and – to a degree – Europeans too. From food costs, to postage, to pets and passp...

With the French healthcare system now reimbursing the anti-obesity drugs Wegovy and Mounjaro, we explain what the strict conditions are to benefit from them. We discuss France's rates of obesity and…

In this edition of Entre Nous we take a deep dive into French football fashion. For many, Les Bleus are already the champions of a de facto sartorial competition, particularly on the Clairefontaine "c...

With the frenzy for the World Cup underway, we take a closer look at the debate over what to call the world's most popular sport: football or soccer? We explore the origins of both terms and discover…

What do French people really eat in the morning? In this edition of Entre Nous, and to celebrate France’s breakfast day, or Journée nationale du petit-déjeuner, we take a look at the nation's changing...

We take a look at hanging out in France, and why "third places" or "tiers-lieux" in French, are increasingly popular here. We discover what exactly these spaces are, how they promote community and dem...

Ever been asked how much money you make and felt uncomfortable? In this edition of Entre Nous, we take a look at salary transparency. With the looming deadline of an EU directive on the issue, we find...

In this edition of Entre Nous we dive into the "Affaire Patrick Bruel", as it is being called here in France. We discuss the accusations of sexual assault by some 30 women against the French singer an...

Is France's cultural diversity under threat? As the UN celebrates cultural diversity, and as the Cannes Film Festival weathers a fight over a possible blacklist at film producer Canal+, we take a look...

France's iconic teething toy is caught up in a manufacturing scandal. The investigative journalism website Mediapart has found that Sophie the Giraffe, or Sophie la Giraffe in French, is actually made...

In this edition of Entre Nous, we take a look at France's "chicken wars", or the fast-food fight over a roasted chicken chain that's become highly political. We also dive into the nation's love of fas...

France has a reputation, among some, of being a vacation nation. Is this warranted? In this edition of Entre Nous, we dive into France's public holidays during the month of May. We discuss the country...

How safe do you feel at work, both physically and psychologically? In this edition of Entre Nous we take a look at accidents in the workplace. We dive into what's behind France's status as one of the…

From a quick sandwich or a supermarket salad, to a three-course meal, to solo dining, lunch breaks are evolving in France. Has French culture reached a fork in the road when it comes to its traditiona...

Happy “April Fish” Day! To mark “Poisson d’Avril” – the French version of April Fools’ Day – we take a look at the origins of the tradition, whether it’s fading in the age of AI and fake news, and whe...

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The Paris Agriculture Fair, or Salon de L'Agriculture, is an institution in France. It's a must for politicians, but its star attractions – the cows – are missing this year. In this edition, we dive…

In this edition, we take a look at France's falling birth rate. We find out why French people are deciding to have fewer – or no – children. We also look at some recent political proposals to reserve…

Why are red and gold so prominent for the Lunar New Year? Why is it the year of the Fire Horse? How, and where, is this holiday celebrated in France? And how big is the Asian diaspora in France? In th...

In this edition, we take a deep dive into dating in France. As the French government teams up with Tinder to encourage people to vote in the upcoming municipal elections, Solange Mougin takes a look…

In this edition we take a closer look at the housing crisis in the French capital and across France. We look into who is actually purchasing property in Paris and why it's so hard to rent an apartment...

In this edition of Entre Nous, we take a look at child-free zones – why they are popular and why they also elicit outrage. After the state-owned French railway operator SNCF announced new, kid-free tr...

In this edition of Entre Nous, we take a look at the current craze for protein-enhanced food. We dive into how this trend is confusing consumers, but also creating egg shortages in France. We also loo...

CORRECTION:  At 2:43 please note that I am trying to say that 63% read more than 5 books/year, which is a -6%. My apologies for the fumbling. In this edition we dive into reading! As France celebrates...

The French and American presidents have long touted their friendly relationship. In front of the cameras, they're known for long handshakes and pats on the back, but is this tactile camaraderie a faca...

In this edition of Entre Nous we dive into the bid to make France's bistros and cafés part of UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list. We discuss how the bistrot got its name and how they are diffe...

In this edition of Entre Nous, we take a look at the new, tougher requirements to obtain French citizenship and multi-year visas. We go through what's on the new tests and we also dive into why Hollyw...

When to tip, and how much, is a question that many of us ask ourselves when travelling abroad, and sometimes even in our own countries. In this edition of Entre Nous, we take a deep dive into the art…

With the 2026 edition of the Angoulême International Comics Festival now officially cancelled, we take a look at what went wrong and who's to blame. We dig into what pushed authors to massively boycot...

For the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, FRANCE 24 examines a sharp rise in masculinist discourse that seeks to normalise and legitimise misogyny. In this third and final part of the series, we look at some of the main arguments pushed by masculinist propaganda – and the facts and figures that debunk them.

Adults who still live with their parents are a societal phenomenon that goes by many names. In this episode, we look at why it's called "Tanguy" in France, and we take a deep dive into the countries…