The French workforce is highly educated, with nearly 70 percent of the labor force employed in the services sector. The 35-hour workweek has been key in helping more French workers remain employed as well as ensuring that cultural values...

The French take great pride in the kitchen arts and spend an inordinate amount of time on preparing, discussing, and eating food. Curious about French cuisine? Learn how food in France has evolved over the centuries, influenced by...

The France of small boutiques and personalized service has been infiltrated by large shopping malls and department stores. The Champs-Élysées is a world-famous shopping destination. The small specialized shops are the most authentic of...

The French love a good controversy! At times, it can seem that the whole country’s a debating team. In contemporary times, there has been the usual serving of political scandals and allegations, immigration issues, foreign cultural...

Negotiating in France is all about business. Verbal agreements are seldom binding in France. While written agreements are essential, developing trust is key to preserving long-term, fluid business relationships. Review nuances and tips...

France's competitive business culture is evolving, becoming more pragmatic with a focus on economic expansion. Global technology and capital flows are nudging French industry to champion more efficient business processes and...

The French tend to be motivated by a search for perfection and generally take pride in their work. Nevertheless, business and social relationships along with quality of life and well-being matter a great deal to the French, some of whom...

Many of France's blue-chip companies—familiar entities such as Danone, Lancôme, and Total—have global recognition. French companies have gone through consolidations, resulting in companies that rank as global leaders in their industries....

In traditional French firms, managers protect the stiff hierarchies and expect respect and deference within their teams in the workplace. Learn how historical attitudes toward power continue to influence business and government...

You probably already know that connections make a big difference when it comes to success in business. But did you know that a wide range of commercial and government agencies can help provide introductions to French professionals and...

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Learn techniques for combining and splitting files, essential for file management and organization.

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In 1798, the British and French navies clashed off the coast of Egypt in a battle that changed history. The Battle of the Nile was a major turning point in the war between Britain and Napoleon’s forces. Led by Admiral Horatio Nelson, the...

Stand beneath the Arc de Triomphe and discover the story behind one of Paris’s most famous landmarks! Built in the early 1800s by order of Napoleon Bonaparte, the arch honors French soldiers who fought and died in battle. We’ll explore...

Learn about Louis XIV, the Sun King—France’s most powerful and glamorous ruler! In this video, you’ll discover how he turned himself into a symbol of absolute power, built the breathtaking Palace of Versailles, and changed France...

The Duomo, or Florence Cathedral, is one of the greatest architectural achievements of the Renaissance. Its massive red-brick dome, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, changed the course of architecture forever. Built over centuries, the...

Vincent van Gogh was a Dutch painter who created over 2,000 artworks—including Starry Night, Sunflowers, and haunting self-portraits. He wasn’t appreciated in his time, but today his art is celebrated around the world. This episode...

A straightforward explanation of Climate Change: the heat from human emissions is roughly equal to exploding 400,000 Hiroshima atomic bombs every day. Historically, every time carbon dioxide levels increase in Earth's atmosphere, the...

An animated video infographic showing every terrorist attack with more than 20 deaths between 1/12/2000 and 11/13/2015.

The 10 highest scoring nations on the Global Connectivity Index.

Gandhi gains power and leads India's independence movement. Part 4 of our timeline of the greatest revolutions in history--moments that shaped modern civilization.

Explaining what the historic Paris Climate Change deal does and what it means for the world.

America's ten most (and least) religious states, compared.