Events

Publication of decrees on combining employment and retirement applicable in 2027

The decrees reforming the combination of employment and retirement have been published. The new rules, which only concern new retirees, provide for a reduction in pensions in the event of a return to work from 2027.

Bastia: CAB launches 'Via Forma', physical activity programme for seniors

On Tuesday, November 3, 2026, the Bastia Agglomeration Community launched its physical activity programme for seniors, Via Forma, with the first session held at the Roger Poggi stadium.

An inter-agency inspection mission proposes simplifying school building standards

The IGA-IGF-Igedd mission has issued seventeen recommendations to simplify the standards applicable to school buildings, particularly regarding climate adaptation and accessibility.

Thomas More Institute presents 10 institutional proposals

The think tank unveils ten proposals to reform institutions, including the primacy of the referendum and an overhaul of the Constitutional Council and ministerial cabinets.

Drug dealing point decorated for Halloween in Toulouse

A video circulating on social media shows a Toulouse drug dealing point decorated in Halloween colors, with masked sellers and macabre decorations.

Cannes: Launch of phase 5 of the BoccaCabana project

Work on phase 5 of the BoccaCabana coastal development project has begun in Cannes, with greening and the creation of parking lots.

Opening of the trial of the "tax fraud operation" Hélin International in Paris

Nine officials of the Hélin International firm, three lawyers and a French chartered accountant are on trial in Paris for having helped more than 300 taxpayers defraud the tax authorities via sophisticated arrangements.

Loto: ticket price and minimum winnings to rise in 2027

The National Gaming Authority approves Loto tariff changes applicable in October 2027. FDJ will increase the ticket price and potential winnings, with a reduced period before redistribution after several draws without a winner.

Investigation into the laser business for quitting smoking

Hundreds of clinics in France promise laser smoking cessation at high cost, a method contested by researchers and doctors, with the Health Ministry mentioning potentially misleading commercial practices.

Ariège: Teleconsultation office set to open in Pamiers to address doctor shortage

Facing a shortage of general practitioners in Ariège, a teleconsultation office is preparing to open in Pamiers, where more than a thousand residents are reportedly without a primary care physician.

Randstad publishes annual salary barometer by sector

Recruitment firm Randstad publishes its annual salary barometer in France, showing increases in cybersecurity, aeronautics, and logistics.

Chadrac: patient stabs doctor in neck, police custody for attempted murder

A general practitioner was injured in the neck by a 45-year-old patient in his office in Chadrac (Haute-Loire). The suspect is in police custody for attempted murder; the doctor has left the hospital.

Cabestany: appeal for witnesses after two teenagers run away

Two teenagers aged 14 and 15 left their foster home in Cabestany on October 27 and are missing; the gendarmerie has issued an appeal for witnesses.

In Extenso invests 3 million euros in Nice

Accounting firm In Extenso inaugurates 660 square meters of premises with coworking in Nice, a 3 million euro investment.

Champagne and prosecco: volumes sold in mass retail

Data from consultancy firm Circana shows 20.1 million litres of champagne sold in mass retail between late August 2025 and late August 2026, in a context of competition with prosecco.

A lawmaker proposes creating a 'dependency savings plan'

In a report, lawmaker Olivia Grégoire proposes a 'dependency savings plan', a cousin of the PER with the same tax advantages, whose funds would only be released from the age of 75.

Corruption suspicions and internal investigation at Malakoff Humanis

The social protection group Malakoff Humanis is shaken by corruption suspicions and an internal investigation. Its CEO is under pressure and a headhunting firm is looking for a replacement.

Consulting firm Syndex convicted on appeal for moral harassment and undeclared work

The consulting firm Syndex, historically close to the CFDT, has been convicted on appeal for moral harassment and undeclared work, an embarrassing ruling for this cooperative.

3,000 patients risk losing their dentist next month

A dental practice warns that 3,000 patients could be left without a practitioner as early as next month, illustrating difficulties accessing care.

Brazey-en-Plaine: administrative court cancels flood prevention plan

The Dijon administrative court has canceled the natural flood risk prevention plan for the Vouge, applicable to Brazey-en-Plaine for three years. The cancellation will take effect only on January 1, 2029.

Orcom firm acquires Lyon-based A & A and establishes itself in the Rhône

The Orcom group, an accounting specialist, has acquired the Lyon-based firm A & A and is strengthening its presence in the Rhône department.

Macronist circles shift to the RN

An investigation describes the rapprochement of figures from investment banks and consulting firms, from the Macronist camp, toward the Rassemblement national.

Airbus A320 diverted urgently to Nantes after a cabin accident

An Airbus A320 flight was diverted to Nantes airport after an incident in the cabin.

Damning report on drinking water in Gard Rhodanien

The Occitanie Regional Court of Auditors flags pollutants, massive leaks and a network in need of renovation in the Gard Rhodanien urban community, which groups 44 municipalities.

The French crisis as seen by philosopher André Comte-Sponville

Philosopher André Comte-Sponville expresses his dismay at urban violence and the spectacle of French political news, while ruling out the scenario of civil war.

Toulon: curfew for unaccompanied minors comes into effect in city centre

The Prefect of Var has reiterated the temporary prohibition measures linked to the curfew applicable to unaccompanied minors from 6pm in the city centre of Toulon.