It's that time of year again, autumn is upon us and mushroom picking is back! But what of mushrooms for our dietary requirements? What do they bring to the table and are they actually good for you? Let's find out!

You may have heard of him referred to under the names “the Little Corporal,” “Corsican Fiend,” “the Devil’s Favourite”, or “Jupiter Scapin.” You may have also heard that, in his time, he aroused as much admiration as fear. But do you know where his heart ended up when he died? We have a few leads.

Last night (Saturday, 12th October) was the Mister France Normandie 2025 beauty pageant election ceremony. Over the show's two-hour runtime, the eight candidates showcased their skills in public speaking, choreography and style, all in the hopes of being selected for the Paris finals.

Tens of thousands of people took once again to the streets on Thursday (2nd October 2025), heeding a renewed call from major trade unions which oppose the proposed spending cuts in next year’s budget and demand higher taxes on the super-rich.

As the end of summer draws nearer, many people might start feeling a bit tired, but will reducing your meat consumption help wake you up? The idea that meats like beef or lamb can cause you to feel tired is nothing new. But is there some truth to it, or is it simply a common misconception?

This year's Foire de Caen is drawing to a close, but its final weekend seems to be anything but quiet. Whether you have already strolled through Le Parc des Expositions in the recent weeks or are planning your very first visit, there are plenty of new reasons to stop by before the fair ends.

Marc Félix (54), one of the Normandy Beach Race's three founding members and key organisers, has died from injuries sustained yesterday during the event. He was the passenger of a 1930s Ford Model A, which was involved in a triple barrel roll. The driver of the vehicle walked away unharmed.

The 5th edition of the Normandy Beach race was brought to a sudden stop earlier today (Sunday, 21st September 2025) following a fatal accident involving the passenger of one of the vehicles. The gendarmerie has ordered the beach's evacuation whilst they attempt to determine the cause of the crash.

London and Paris formalise their joint efforts to tackle illegal Channel crossings by agreeing on a new bilateral deal called “One In, One Out”. The recently introduced deal sets a new legal framework to exchange migrants between the two countries with the objective of preventing illegal migration.

Picture yourself in 18th-century London, where gin costs less than bread. Reformers rage, politicians argue. Workers slump in the streets, alleys reek of cheap spirits and signs boast “Drunk for a penny!” But how did a simple drink become the city’s most notorious vice?