Events

Léon Bérard centre adopts Mon Toudou plush toy for sick children

The Léon Bérard cancer centre is introducing a plush toy, Mon Toudou, to support children throughout their care journey.

The CGT of the Rhône calls for a gathering Tuesday in Lyon

The UD CGT of the 69 calls on its employees to gather Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Rhône. Its secretary Ludovic Rioux was a guest on Bonjour Lyon to present the mobilization.

Valenciennes: preferential parking rate for healthcare workers starting in 2027

The city of Valenciennes plans to apply from January 1, 2027 a preferential parking rate for healthcare personnel.

Lomagne: waste dispute bogs down with incentive tax

For two years, the association Acusidel and the union Sidel have been opposed in Lomagne over the waste collection reform, the conflict intensifying with the implementation of the incentive tax.

Electricity price increase for professionals in the Nord

Professionals in the Nord are worried about the increase in electricity prices.

Harassed Paris municipal police officer vainly requests relocation

Aniss, a Paris municipal police officer and harassment victim, is unsuccessfully requesting housing or a transfer to protect his family.

The Majestic Hotel in Bagnères-de-Luchon acquired by a family-owned group

Closed since 2019, the iconic Majestic Hotel in Bagnères-de-Luchon, in Haute-Garonne, has just been acquired by a family-owned group and is set to reopen.

Brawl at Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone prison

A violent altercation broke out between three inmates in the same cell at the Villeneuve-lès-Maguelone prison. Objects were thrown at prison guards.

French Christmas gift budget on the rise

According to the Havas Market study, the French plan to spend an average of 252 euros on Christmas gifts, compared to 245 euros last year.

Saverne: drunk man attacks with knife

In Saverne (Bas-Rhin), a homeless man occasionally hosted by a woman drew a knife and attacked her friends while under the influence of alcohol.

2027 presidential election: French savings coveted

As French financial investments reach 6,551 billion euros, candidates in the 2027 presidential election are eyeing this nest egg.

Weather in Corsica: dominant sun Tuesday, cloudy spells in the west

The sun will dominate across Corsica this Tuesday, with some cloudy spells on the western coast in the afternoon.

Meurthe-et-Moselle: cow stuck in mud rescued by residents and firefighters

A cow trapped in mud in a pond was rescued by several people and firefighters during a two-hour operation.

Oléron Island bridge could become toll again

The Charente-Maritime department is launching a public consultation on the possible introduction of a toll on the Oléron Island bridge.

New European rules on bank overdrafts from November 20

From November 20, new European rules strengthen oversight of bank overdrafts, including those under 200 euros, a reform causing concern in the Gers.

Ariège: man acquitted in side-view mirror scam

Suspected of having scammed two octogenarians via a side-view mirror scam, a man already convicted five times for fraud was acquitted in Ariège.

Castelsarrasin: water pricing becomes a political power struggle

Faced with subscriber outrage, SMEC's pricing policy has become a battleground between local elected officials, with questions and petitions.

Foix: man convicted for sexual assaults on his 8-year-old goddaughter

A 61-year-old man was sentenced by the Foix court to three years in prison, including one year under electronic monitoring, for sexual assaults on his goddaughter.

Belfort: Chinese national convicted for pimping

The Belfort judicial court sentenced a Chinese national on Monday for pimping, a case revealed by a brawl in the Jean-Jaurès neighborhood.

Strike notice at Rangueil hospital emergency department in Toulouse

The CGT hospital workers' union of Toulouse University Hospital has filed a strike notice at Rangueil hospital emergency department, denouncing a reorganization without staff consultation.

French arms manufacturers supplying Ukraine protect themselves against Russian threats

French companies supplying arms to Ukraine are stepping up their protection against Russian threats, with France also planning drone production on Ukrainian territory.

In Isère, a farmer sells his cows then leases them back to finance his farm

Lacking bank support, a farmer from Rochetoirin sold his animals to a company that leases them back to him in order to generate cash flow.

Bruay-la-Buissière: man convicted of rape and sexual assault on minor

A man was convicted in Bruay-la-Buissière for rape and sexual assault on a minor. The victim states that he "stole everything" from her.

Bank savings accounts: attractive rates but real returns threatened by inflation

The proliferation of promotional offers on bank savings accounts appeals to cautious savers, but rising prices make the real return on these investments sometimes less advantageous.

Sélestat: Gerris association celebrates 50th anniversary

The study group for the Ried-Illwald and Sélestat regions will celebrate its 50th anniversary on October 31 and November 1, an opportunity to look back on half a century of action to promote knowledge and protection of the local natural heritage.

81 university presidents demand one billion euros for youth

81 university presidents, including those of Réunion and New Caledonia, publish a manifesto demanding one billion euros for students and campuses.

Réunion: aggravated pimping trial postponed, three men released

The correctional court of Saint-Denis of Réunion has postponed the case of five people prosecuted for aggravated pimping between Mauritius and Réunion, pointing to shortcomings in the investigation. The three incarcerated men have been released.

Debate on "industry without factories" relaunched in France

Economist Jean Tirole's positions on prioritizing breakthrough technologies are rekindling the debate on French deindustrialization.

Vacation prices rise faster than inflation

Tourist stay rates (campsites, hotels, skiing) are rising faster than inflation and incomes, jeopardizing vacations for lower-income households. This increase is driven by operating costs, upscaling, and the search for profitability.

New Caledonia: IRD and South Province launch shark study

The South Province and IRD sign a scientific collaboration agreement dedicated to tiger sharks and bull sharks in New Caledonian waters.