Presumably no-one disputes that women can be national heroes. But when it comes to the supreme honor of burial in the Panthéon in Paris, the inscription spelt out in large letters on the building’s façade casts a doubt.

Sarah Bernhardt, 1844-1923, was the greatest actress of the 19th century. She is lesser known for her artwork, which as equally outstanding.

The latest in a series of photo essays on early French photographers showcases three talented women.

One of the most unique sets of stairs in Paris can be found hidden in the heart of the 18th arrondissement at the Abbesses metro, the deepest station in the city.

The Paris mayor joins the presidential race, the wrapping of the Arc de Triomphe, France pays homage to Jean-Paul Belmondo, and more news from Paris.

Film star Jean-Paul Belmondo has died at age 88. Even his advanced age doesn’t give a full sense of the impact of a career that lasted well over half a century.

Sarah Bernhardt, 1844-1923, was the greatest actress of the 19th century. She is lesser known for her artwork, which as equally outstanding.

From September 8th until December 6th, the Centre Pompidou is presenting the first retrospective in France of Georgia O’Keeffe, undoubtedly one of the most important North American artists of the 20th century.