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France's influence in Europe: Can we still believe in it? François Hollande

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France's influence in Europe: Can we still believe in it?

The visit of the UK Prime Minister and his family to the German chancellor in her country residence outside Berlin has been interpreted as a snub to the French President. The possibility of a growing alliance between David Cameron and Angela Merkel casts a dark shadow over the Franco-German relationship. And some of the French socialists who have been critical of Angela Merkel's "selfish intransigence", may push the German chancellor towards changing her strategic partner in Europe. Is this a sign of France's decreasing influence in Europe?

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Is French cinema in decline? Is French cinema in decline? With Steven Spielberg, one of the greatest American directors in the world, at the helm of the Cannes Film Festival, one might think that the French would not be honoured as they should be in their ow (...) more
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Book Review: Mediterranean Homesick Blues by Benjamin Chatfield Book Review: Mediterranean Homesick Blues by Benjamin Chatfield In Mediterranean Homesick Blues, subtitled A Diary of Life-affirming Disasters on the Côte D’Azur, Benjamin Chatfield thrusts us into the dazzling world of the extravagant hotspots of Cannes and Sa (...) more
Populaire: Interview with Romain Duris, Déborah François and Régis Roinsard Populaire: Interview with Romain Duris, Déborah François and Régis Roinsard With a title that sounds like a self-fulfilling prophecy, Populaire (which literally means popular) is a promising debut for the newcomer director Régis Roinsard. Perfectly mastered, this fresh and c (...) more

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The icon object from the sixties is back The icon object from the sixties is back The favourite Tam Tam stool is back. After an incredible 12 millions copies sold worldwide, the petroleum crisis of the 70s interrupted its sales for more than 30 years. Today, The Tam Tam is back mor (...) more

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France's influence in Europe: Can we still believe in it? France's influence in Europe: Can we still believe in it? The visit of the UK Prime Minister and his family to the German chancellor in her country residence outside Berlin has been interpreted as a snub to the French President. The possibility of a growing (...) more
 
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French Universities versus English Universities French Universities versus English Universities On 15th August, the Shanghai Academic Ranking of World Universities was published. The verdict? Oxford and Cambridge still rank well before French universities! Each year this ranking compares more th (...) more
 
Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle - The Admiral Ship of the French Education System Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle - The Admiral Ship of the French Education System Exceptional results for the Baccalaureate 2011 session at le Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle, when at the same time in France, a reform of the exam is now beeing brought up in reaction to cheating (...) more

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Marion Cotillard, Dior l'adore Marion Cotillard, Dior l'adore Marion Cotillard is the queen of French style. more
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The UK crowned King of Health and Safety, even when it comes to the "galette des rois"! The UK crowned King of Health and Safety, even when it comes to the "galette des rois"! If you enjoy French culinary traditions, you may have tried a galette des rois last Sunday. What if someone broke their tooth when biting on the fève hidden in the piece of galette ? Would you s (...) more
Christmas Recipes Christmas Recipes 10 delicious Christmas recipes selected by Natoora. more
 
November Recipes November Recipes Pumpkin soup, duck breast, Nduja and decadent chocolate fruit are all on the Natoora menu this month. more
Champagne, Opera and Canapés at the Bel Canto Restaurant Champagne, Opera and Canapés at the Bel Canto Restaurant Nearly 150 FranceInLondon members gathered together at the Bel Canto restaurant (Lancaster Gate) to enjoy some delicious Nicolas Feuillatte champagne whilst listening to live opera and nibbling on can (...) more

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Consult a French or an English gynaecologist? Consult a French or an English gynaecologist? If you want to consult a gynaecologist in the UK, your GP will surely answer back "I can do it". As a French woman used to having a personal relationship with your gynaecologist, you might b (...) more
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Did you know? Activia and Actimel could make you fat. Did you know? Activia and Actimel could make you fat. Every morning, you wonder what you are going to have for breakfast. Will it be jam, bread and butter, a croissant or a muffin, some cereals? Too fattening. So instead, you choose an Activia yogurt and (...) more
Alert: Should women still be taking the pill? Alert: Should women still be taking the pill? Since the introduction of the birth-control pill in the 60s, it has been a symbol of sexual freedom and of women’s control over their bodies. But this freedom has a price: our health. more

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Calais – far more than a pit stop Calais – far more than a pit stop I confess that my decision to visit Calais was purely practical. It offered a convenient midway pit stop that would satisfy my ache for the sea and still permit a smooth train journey between my home (...) more

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10 Faux-Pas you should avoid in the British labour market 10 Faux-Pas you should avoid in the British labour market So you have fallen head over heels with the dazzling charm of London and you would like to settle here quicker than you can say "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled pepper" (a well-known En (...) more
Three secrets to successful Interview Body Language Three secrets to successful Interview Body Language During an interview, you might know what to say, but are you sure about how to say it? Alexandra Sleator gives you three body language secrets to make a good impression during an interview. more
 
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Top 5 Tips to Making an Impact with your CV Top 5 Tips to Making an Impact with your CV The career coach Alexandra Sleator, gives you 5 tips to build a CV which will catch the eye of its readers and get you that interview you deserve. more

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10 Tips to Pay Less Tax 10 Tips to Pay Less Tax Even though you would like to, it is too late to rewrite history on your 2012 taxes, what is gone is gone. However, the good news is, you still have some time to save on your 2013 tax bill. Shabir Dja (...) more
French Marital Contracts: What value do they have in England? French Marital Contracts: What value do they have in England? There are significant differences between marital contracts and Anglo-Saxon prenuptial agreements, but there are similarities too. The area is complex... more
 
English law for non-married couples English law for non-married couples When it comes to non-married couples English law is not as well defined as French law in certain areas. In others however, for instance child support, there are many more legal solutions here in Londo (...) more
The Chirac trial … without Chirac The Chirac trial … without Chirac Last Monday saw the beginning of the trial of the ex-French President, Jacques Chirac, and nine others defendants. He is accused of embezzlement and favours. Nevertheless, his presence at the trial ha (...) more

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Where to buy the best Easter eggs? Where to buy the best Easter eggs? Easter is approching, and the French chocolateries in London have all baked the most extraordinary, creative and tasty Easter eggs for you. But with Easter, also come the usual worries: What should I (...) more
Should we still celebrate Women's Day? Should we still celebrate Women's Day? Christine Lagarde is the director of the IMF and J.K Rowling is one of the richest people on the planet. Unlike the suffragettes who were fighting for their right to vote, French and British women are (...) more
 
4 Last Minute Present Ideas for Valentine’s Day 4 Last Minute Present Ideas for Valentine’s Day Forget chocolates or roses here are three last minute present ideas that are sure to make your Valentine a happy person. more
French troops jeopardize an art exhibition in London...by mistake! French troops jeopardize an art exhibition in London...by mistake! Jonathan Longuet was getting ready for his first exhibition in the UK when the French army took his paintings off to Mali by mistake. more

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Did you know that short-lets were forbidden in Paris? Did you know that short-lets were forbidden in Paris? You own a flat in Paris, but most of the year it remains empty? Renting it out for a month, a week or even a day seems to be a reasonable option. Not only are you still able to enjoy your apartment in (...) more
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Where to invest in Paris and London, or not ? Where to invest in Paris and London, or not ? Where next for property prices in Paris and London? Recent data remains broadly encouraging in both capitals, with international investors still showing buying appetite and driving demand and prices, (...) more
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François Gabart breaks all records at the Vendée Globe François Gabart breaks all records at the Vendée Globe French sailor, François Gabart won the solo around-the-globe yatch race the Vendée Globe on Sunday 27 January in 78 days, breaking both the speed and age records. more
An anti-hero soon on screen, is Lance Armstrong doping for success again? An anti-hero soon on screen, is Lance Armstrong doping for success again? As a result of having organised the most advanced, professional and effective doping programme ever seen, Lance Armstrong went from being the Tour de France champion to sporting anti-hero. more
 
France finishes 16th at the London Paralympics France finishes 16th at the London Paralympics With 45 medals, France finishes 16th at the London Paralympics What a disappointment for the France Team! France was aiming for 10th place but finished 16th, four places lower than in Beijing in 2008 (...) more
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