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Temperatures to drop bringing snow to some areas of France this week
Wet, overcast and blustery weather is forecast for most of the country
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France’s Mister Menuiserie shops face financial issues: clients left in limbo
The door, window and joinery chain has gone into administration and cannot fulfil orders or reimburse customers
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French farmer protests: what action is planned and where on November 18?
Major unions are demonstrating against the Mercosur trade deal in a bid to pressure the government to provide more support
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.