At the onset of the COVID pandemic, Olivier, a Parisian of Cambodian heritage, was subject to racism at work and in public transit. Before masks and social distancing were widespread, people made an effort to avoid him, assuming he was Chinese.

Ariel Dorfman’s play Death and the Maiden is no light fare, detailing the horrors of both violence and military dictatorship. It is partly based on Schubert’s famous string quartet of the same name.

The Musée des Abattoirs (Slaughterhouse Museum) in Toulouse devoted an entire exhibition to dub music, a subgenre of reggae. The exhibition featured a selection of Jamaican-style sound systems and culminated in a big dub concert.

What is the French traditional holiday fare? You'd be surprised... While the classic turkey with chestnut stuffing is still on the menu, some people are getting off the beaten track, pairing classic dishes with ethnic food. Foie gras samosas, anyone? Or how about imitation caviar truffles?

Thomas is enjoying a new challenge: building his own home. He is making good progress after several months of work on his new project.

Listen to people's reaction to Emmanuel Macron's reelection for a second term. Some newspaper headlines show a lack of enthusiasm, yet there is also a sense of relief.

What a tough final for the Bleus (French national soccer team) during the 2022 World Cup. Watch this video to find out what happened, and how the French people responded to it.

How are toys selected before they end up on the shelves just in time for Christmas? Find out how buyers go through a thorough selection process up to a year in advance!

Printing the Christmas toy catalogue is a huge task for a toy store. The printer in this video produces three thousand catalogues per day for a single brand!

Come and visit Angers in a tuk tuk, or on foot, and explore the fortified castle of the dukes of Anjou, which houses the largest medieval tapestry in the world. Then sample a quernon d'ardoise, a chocolate treat made to resemble a blue slate tile found in the local slate quarry.

We continue our tour of Angers, this time by bicycle. Ten minutes away from downtown, you can escape to a small island and enjoy nature and a nice drink at the local guinguette (outdoor cafe).

Visit Dijon, home to the famous dukes of Burgundy. Discover its connection to Belgium and admire the quirky bell-striker statues on the Church of Notre-Dame. Finally, sample its many culinary delights!

Fancy going to a mustard bar or a wine tasting? Or how about some delicious œufs meurette and bœuf bourguignon? There's something for everyone in Dijon!

Visit the Channel Islands, a group of small islands in the English Channel with a strong Norman heritage. You'll learn a few words in the local language, Jèrriais, see the house where Victor Hugo finished Les Misérables, and even travel on a train that runs backwards!

This video outlines the shortcomings of the Louvre Museum's security system in the wake of the 2025 jewelry theft. It also talks about the security measures and techniques of another museum in Chartres that are much more efficient.