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How has the French media been covering recent protests over cost of living?

October protests: Are French media giving protesters a voice or focusing on violence?

Protests continue in France as students, workers, and activists gather to oppose the rising cost of living, poor conditions in schools, and now the systematic banning of marches in city centres. Government and press responses to the initial protests seem to have only fuelled the fire as protesters question how the movement is depicted in the media.

2 November 2026

Article with audio

France

WRNC News

Protesters in Caen call to defend public services. The sign reads: "Every generation says that the one that follows is acting foolishly!"

Why are French students blocking schools and taking to the streets?

Since 18th September, protests that began with school blockades have spread across France, bringing together secondary-school pupils, university students and workers. What is driving the movement?

25 October 2026

Article with audio

14000 Caen, France

WRNC News

The Bayeux Tapestry left Normandy earlier this year

Is the Bayeux Tapestry too popular for its own good?

Controversy continues to unfold at the exhibition of the Bayeux Tapestry at the British Museum in London. Complaints about excessive wait times and inaccessible display methods come to a head as struggles to manage high demand continue.

24 October 2026

Article with audio

London, UK

Arts & Culture

The book launch was held in Caen, at the Abbaye aux Dames on Friday, 9th October 2026

50 unheard or forgotten Norman tales coming to your bookshelf this October

Gaulthier Lenôtre unveils his second book this October, a perfect opportunity to learn more about Normandy's forgotten and overlooked tales and people.

16 October 2026

Article with audio

14000 Caen, France

Arts & Culture

Tension gave way to delight for CBC supporters of Friday

Basketball: CBC secures its fifth win of the season and protects its undefeated record

The CBC pulled off a victory against Hyères-Toulon (HTV) on Friday night (9th October) with a final score of 90-77. This was their fifth consecutive win and the team’s best margin of the season so far

11 October 2026

Article with audio

14000 Caen, France

Sports News

Rock'Streham returns to Ouistreham for another night of music

No plans this Friday? How about heading to Ouistreham for a Rock concert?

The Music'Hub association is organising its latest edition of Rock'Streham, a concert promoting local musical talent. Started in July 2023 with the aim of bringing together and showcasing local artists, the association now represents 42 musicians, five member bands and seven guest bands. See some of them on Friday in Ouistreham!

23 September 2026

Article with audio

Ouistreham, France

Concerts & Festivals

186 passengers were on board the train when it derailed between Tourville and Elbeuf-Saint-Aubain

44 injured after Normandy train derailed between Rouen and Caen, authorities suspect malfeasance

At around 7:45 pm on Friday (11th September), a regional train on the Rouen-Caen line derailed near Cléon, between Tourville and Elbeuf-Saint-Aubin, in the Seine-Maritime département. Out of the 186 passengers on board, 44 were injured and one was transported to hospital with severe injuries.

12 September 2026

Article with audio

76410 Cléon, France

Local News

Why not join the WRNC News team?

Recruitment: WRNC is looking for Radio / Web Journalists to join its team of volunteers!

Normandy's only English-speaking radio station is looking for passionate, creative and outgoing volunteers to join its editorial team to write articles for its website and social media, and to record and produce news bulletins and podcasts for the radio.

4 September 2026

Article with audio

Hérouville-Saint-Clair, France

Local News

What does this new status mean for Normandy and its beaches?

The D-Day beaches are now UNESCO World Heritage Sites, but what does this mean for Normandy?

The beaches where Allied forces landed on 6th June 1944 have officially been added to the UNESCO World Heritage List, giving Normandy’s D-Day sites international recognition and new responsibilities for their preservation. But what does this mean for Normandy and its beaches?

3 September 2026

Article with audio

Normandy, France

Local News

The eclipe will be visible on the 12th August 2026

Solar eclipse in 2026: A rare celestial event visible from Normandy

On Wednesday, 12th August 2026, the sky will offer a spectacular astronomical sight: a solar eclipse visible across large parts of Europe, including Normandy. While some regions of the world will experience a total solar eclipse, observers in Normandy will witness a partial one. Here's all you need to know!

8 August 2026

Article with audio

Normandy, France

Local News

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