The French are famous for their long lunch hours and even longer August holidays. Does this means that they're not working hard, or have they found the key to being better workers than the rest of us?
We think of the small businesses in France as emblematic of France itself. After hearing several of the business owners voice their worry about `changing times`, I had to wonder; just how important are these small businesses today?
The most recent rail and air strikes in France have left many a traveller with frustrated plans. If you've been unlucky enough to get caught out, you've probably been asking yourself: 'Why?!'. Well, it's complicated.
Food in France is considered as an art de vivre, where it is anchored in the country’s culture and traditions. On the other side of the Atlantic, food doesn’t have as much importance in Americans’ heart. Read on to discover how our cultural differences reveal our contrasting understandings of food and cuisine.
Do you wonder how a week in the life of normal President looks? Let’s browse Hollande’s summer agenda to get a hint of the diversity of his recent activities, until his short holiday at the official résidence d’été présidentielle.
In his first official interview Francois Hollande said: « Faire simple, c’est être exemplaire, clair, proche et transparent. » Is he acting on his words?
A new battle is taking place in France (until June 17) as the French elect their 14th National Assembly. The first round has reopened the hostilities. The message from the people is clear.
He promised change during the campaign. One month after his election at the head of France, what has changed? Close up on the new French government in action. Hot topics and first decisions.
The new French government shows diversity and parité, with an equal number of men and women. A refreshing younger generation is stepping in, taking up the challenge of recovery and growth against all odds.
The new President of France was nominated on 15 May during a very official ceremony of 'passation de pouvoir'. But even before that, François Hollande had started to work on various fronts, from taxation in France to international matters.
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