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This page contains all past WRNC articles and publications
24 evenings of Christmas shows: Caen’s Advent Calendar lights up Town Hall

Concerts & Festivals
14000 Caen, France
5 December 2025
As the countdown to Christmas begins, Caen transforms into a city full of things to see and do to celebrate this festive period. Among it all, one thing you shouldn’t miss is the festive Advent Calendar, which has returned this December.
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Normandy crowned Europe’s “Most Desirable Region” once again in 2025

Local Guides & Tips
Normandy, France
2 December 2025
In a resounding vote by travel-lovers from across Europe, Normandy has been named the "Most Desirable Region in Europe 2025" by the readers of Wanderlust Magazine, one of the UK’s biggest independent travel media brands.
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Are you worth your weight in gold? Sort of.

Science
14000 Caen, France
26 November 2025
Dear Neil Young, there is no need to search for a heart of gold anymore. The precious metal actually runs through your bloodstream, as well as many of your other organs. Some 0.2 milligrams of it in total, give or take.
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Is semi-skimmed milk really better for you than whole milk? The answer might surprise you!

Health & Nutrition
Caen, France
25 November 2025
Did you know? In France, all milk destined for consumption is first skimmed using centrifugation (a mechanical process which involves the use of centrifugal force to separate the milk from the cream). The cream is then reintroduced to whole and semi-skimmed milk later down the line.
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A miscorrected misquote: Michael Prescott and the BBC Panorama incident

World News
London, UK
15 November 2025
As the BBC's Director General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness resign, the corporation finds itself under threat of lawsuit by US President Donald Trump. But how serious was the BBC's alteration of the truth?
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Traffic collision near Caen leaves pedestrian severely injured

Local News
Giberville, France
6 November 2025
At around 7:30 this morning (Thursday, 6th November 2025), the emergency services responded to the scene of a collision in Giberville, near Caen. A vehicle reportedly collided with a pedestrian as he exited from a bakery; he was driven to Caen's CHU hospital by ambulance.
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Our guide for international students studying in Caen

Local Guides & Tips
14000 Caen, France
4 November 2025
Are you an international student in Caen? From the city, to housing, to language barriers, you may have many questions about what to expect or how to settle in. WRNC is here to help, with a guide made especially for international students arriving in Caen!
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What effect does eating mushrooms have on our health?

Health & Nutrition
France
28 October 2025
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!
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Was Napoléon really buried without his heart?

History
Dôme des Invalides, Paris, France
16 October 2025
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.
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Lucas Gridaine to represent Normandy in Mister France national finals

Local News
Colleville-Montgomery, France
12 October 2025
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.
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