The ‘jungle’ in France: refugees in Calais
The question of immigration has been quite prominent in Europe recently, with the presence of refugees in Calais prompting much debate.
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09, 2015
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09, 2015
Is France becoming more tolerant to individuality in the workplace?
Are the French becoming more tolerant towards individuality at work? Stephanie explores workplace discrimination in France.
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08, 2015
Introducing the Paris French Tech Ticket for foreign entrepreneurs
The Paris French Tech Ticket encourages entrepreneurs from all over the world to start up their new businesses in France – and it looks irresistible.
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07, 2015
Protesting in France: the famous French blocus
The French blocus, usually involving blocking an entrance or street in protest, has a long history dating back to before Napoleon. But is it effective?
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10, 2014
Nailing the work-life balance: is the French work ethic the best in the world?
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?
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10, 2014
Is the ‘French’ way of shopping gone for good?
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?
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10, 2014
Demonstrating cultural differences: why do the French strike?
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.
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09, 2014
Is France shirking responsibility to liberté, égalité & fraternité?
Recent government back-pedalling on equality classes in schools has some of us questioning just what égalité in France means.
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08, 2014
Electronic cigarettes in France: the story behind the smoke
The latest electronic craze to hit the streets of Paris - electronic cigarettes.
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03, 2014
French women in politics: are the Paris Mayoral elections driven by image?
Is the idealised perception of French women making a woman’s place in French politics more difficult?
