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Phone at the wheel: drivers now face licence suspension anywhere in France
The measure was previously introduced by individual prefectures
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Why one in three people in France admit to dumping rubbish illegally
But 98% tell poll they dispose of it correctly
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France grants long-awaited protection to two threatened birds
Breaking the rules can be punished by up to three years in prison and a €150,000 fine
Measles epidemic
Young adults and children are most affected
Measles is spreading in the Bordeaux area, with some 72 cases, including a dozen hospitalisations.
It spreads via air (eg. from coughing); symptoms are like flu, then spots develop. It can cause brain complications and even death.
Families are asked to check everyone is vaccinated.
