Beaches in southwest France along the Atlantic coast have been shut down after bricks of cocaine and other drugs continue to wash ashore, for weeks now, leaving investigators puzzled over where the ...

From medieval villages to Caribbean-like islands, these lesser-known destinations are worth visiting on your next trip to the south of France.

STORY: In France, smoking will be banned on beaches, in parks, outside schools and in other public locations starting July, the government said. The ban, which follows similar measures across Europe, ...

FeatureThe 'Handiplage' label, awarded to 150 beaches across France, guarantees people with reduced mobility access to the water and amphibious wheelchairs for swimming. A Tiralo, an amphibious ...

France is the host nation for the 2024 Summer Olympics. The French would like to see nothing more than their athletes succeed in different disciplines. Clemence Vieira is part of the French women's ...

When you think of a beach vacation, you might envision Mexican coastlines or Caribbean getaways. France is known for its breathtaking cities and mouth-watering cuisine and you might be familiar with ...

Smoking is now forbidden on beaches, in parks and other public spaces in France. The new rules aim to protect children being harmed by passive smoking.France has introduced new rules banning smoking ...

France’s beaches have been inundated by lethal slime with what experts say has the potential to kill sunbathers within seconds. Fears have heightened and six beaches were closed this summer in ...

PARIS (AP) — France will ban smoking on all beaches, in public parks, forests and some other public areas as part of a national anti-tobacco plan presented by the health minister on Tuesday. Tobacco ...

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