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.

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!

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.

Take a look at the amazing Hanifaru Bay in the Maldives, where manta rays are protected. There, you can observe their unique ballet and learn about their amazing characteristics.

Our guide takes us to Fontainebleau, just an hour away from Paris. Starting from the castle and its very formal garden, we venture into the forest and discover its natural treasures. This forest features the first marked trails in the world, which paved the way for nature tourism as we know it today.

We continue to explore the Fontainebleau forest, a landscape full of surprises, from sand dunes to rocks perfect for climbing. Meet Tristan, a 12-year-old climber extraordinaire.

The Fontainebleau area offers a variety of very interesting activities. You can practice sylvotherapy (tree therapy) in the forest or visit the artist village of Barbizon, a popular destination for the Impressionists.

Meet Hundra, France's strongest woman. When not tending to the animals on her farm, she is busy training—lifting tires, sacks of animal feed, and even tractors!