France-explained articles
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Explained: How are foreign pensions taxed in France?
Deciphering whether or not you will owe French tax on your foreign-based pension can be very confusing. The Local has spoken with experts and consulted tax treaties for the US, the UK, Canada, and Australia to give an overview of how you might be affected.
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PODCAST: Major French border changes explained and could France ban screens for kids?
The Talking France podcast is back with a look at France's May Day traditions (and protests), plans to limit screen time for children, a 90-year-old French barber and how the EU's EES passport checks will impact foreigners in France.
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The masculinity crisis, explained
Young men are increasingly finding themselves single and struggling to meet traditional expectations. Journalist Christine Emba breaks down the masculinity crisis and what can be done to fix it. The rise of “manfluencers” like Jordan Peterson and Joe Rogan reflects a new type of masculinity that both challenges and redefines what it means to be a man today. While these influencers often offer empathy and simple life advice, their viewpoints tend to escalate into misogyny,...