Debate erupted online when France made sending work emails after 6pm illegal. In fact the ‘law’ was an agreement between unions and a handful of companies. But as the line between work and life continue to blur, it struck a chord with smartphone addicts everywhere.

France may not be keen on Uber, but the country has fallen in love with another ride-sharing platform, BlaBlaCar, which allows people to take up free car seats on other people’s journeys. Boasting 20 million members across 19 countries, what’s behind the start-up’s success?

The French have fiercely defended their language for centuries, but via imported TV shows and the internet, English words are infiltrating – 'selfie' and 'troll' now appear in the two most popular French dictionaries. But in a nation with notoriously poor English skills, how can the French adapt?

What would you do if you had to work more for less money? This is a question faced by many French employees, as the famous 35-hour work week – and 25-day paid holiday – goes under government review. Could it be bonjour to the eight hour work day and au revoir to the two hour lunch?