American figure skater Amber Glenn takes lead at French Grand Prix

American figure skater Amber Glenn takes lead at French Grand Prix

Amber Glenn is on track for her first figure skating Grand Prix victory after taking a big lead in the short program in the French round of the series on Friday. Glenn, of the United States, was the only skater in the women's event to land a triple axel on her way to 78.14 points, … Read more

French PhD student held in Tunisia since October 19, supervisor says

French PhD student held in Tunisia since October 19, supervisor says

French PhD student Victor Dupont has been detained in Tunisia on charges of violating state security for at least 12 days. His academic supervisor said he had been conducting interviews about the career paths of people who protested in the 2011 uprising and that it was sociological, not political, in nature. … Read more

Plan to boost French school trips to Britain 'at risk' under new UK entry rules

A scheme designed to increase the number of French children who can travel to Britain for school trips is reportedly in jeopardy as a result of a review of UK entry requirements. New rules for French school trips were introduced in December last year after a meeting between French President Emmanuel Macron and then UK … Read more

The French culture minister proposes paying entry to the Notre-Dame cathedral

The French culture minister proposes paying entry to the Notre-Dame cathedral

France should consider charging visitors a small fee to visit Notre-Dame Cathedral to help maintain the country's churches and cathedrals, Culture Minister Rachida Dati has suggested. The iconic Paris cathedral will reopen its doors to the public this December after the devastating 2019 fire. fountain … Read more