Throughout the 18th century, France faced a mounting economic crisis. A rapidly growing population had outpaced the food supply. A severe winter in 1788 resulted in famine and widespread starvation in ...

French food in Doha is all about drama, indulgence and having a good time. Think silky foie gras, seared duck, bouillabaisse that smells like the sea and chocolate soufflés you’ll want to Instagram ...

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The First Lady of France has long been the subject of rumours questioning her gender, with online trolls falsely claiming that her real name is Jean-Michel Trogneux.