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Storm Nuria to hit France: Gales of up to 140 km/h forecast
The south and much of the south-west will be impacted
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100 more supermarkets in south of France are to rebrand to Carrefour
Stores impacted are small convenience shops in the centre of cities or smaller supermarkets in rural towns or villages
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Why facts of British couple’s deaths in south of France are slow to emerge
The investigation highlights stark differences in procedures between France, UK and US
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.