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Long queues for opening of Shein store in Paris despite child sex doll row
World-first physical store for Chinese e-commerce giant embroiled in controversy
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Gironde residents offered grant of up to €150 to protect home from burglary
The initiatives began after a spike in the number of break-ins
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Walkers warned over strong waves in France this week
Over 400 walkers were stranded along the northern coast last year due to tidal changes
Residents’ air plea
Clean-air groups in Marseille have demanded action over fumes from ferries and the increasing number of cruise liners using Marseille.
Tests showed port residents face fine particle air pollution 100 times that of rest of the city and, as ships use heavy oil, increased sulphur dioxide.
Air quality agency Airpaca said it has been preparing long-term tests to start later this year ahead of talks with councils and shipping firms.
