The World Radio Paris Journal
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On September 25, former French President Nicolas Sarkozy was sentenced to five years in prison over illegal campaign funding. The following article provides a detailed look at this historic political scandal shaking France.


If you wish to take a trip to a seaside resort and be carried away by poetic scenery, then head to Normandy and its world-famous Etretat cliffs by the English Channel!


For this month’s High-Tech Intermission, we look at the new French education ecosystem, with artificial intelligence now playing a part in the equation. Is it worth worrying about AI in school, and what can be done to oversee its uses?


Just a week after the Bloquons Tout protest movement, the people of France will be back in the streets on September 18th to express their disagreement with the country’s lawmaking.


There is a particular reverence that the people of France hold for the concept of family and, by extension, the sanctity of the French family unit. As prevalent as the reverence to family has been in both a cultural and practical sense, the same can be seen in the unique laws and regulations of the French legal system.


From lost holidays to environmental scandals, French citizens are rising again. Frustrations that have simmered all summer now threaten to boil over. September 10th may be the day the Yellow Vest spirit returns.


For parents in Paris, summer can be magical… and exhausting. Finding the perfect park can really make all the difference. Discover the best kid-friendly parks in Paris recommended by the hosts of Parentalité podcast.


The World Through AI exhibition, taking place at the Jeu de Paume until September 21, provides you with a retrospective on the progress of AI through art.


Every summer, a quiet transformation sweeps across France: cities empty out, shops close. So, where does everyone go? And why has this annual exodus become so deeply embedded in French culture?


As Paris slows down for summer, World Radio Paris hosts share their favorite French books, all available in English. A perfect reading list for anyone curious about French culture and identity.


From Paris rooftops to Riviera beaches, France’s open-air cinemas are back. Discover where to catch the best outdoor film screenings this summer!


As summer gets underway, music festivals are taking over cities and countryside across France. We’ve compiled all the standout events happening this July!