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New ‘toothpick’ trick used by burglars in France can target second homes
Authorities in Ariège report several burglaries using method since start of the month
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EES app: second EU country begins trials before summer peak
France has yet to trial the Travel To Europe app which allows passengers to pre-register certain information but plans to later this year
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Key dates for next French elections: MPs, mayors, president
Voters head to the ballot box several times in the next few years
Painkillers go behind counters at French chemists
Painkillers such as aspirin, paracetamol and ibuprofen are no longer freely available on pharmacy shelves in France
The medicines, which are available on demand without a prescription, now also contain clearer warnings on best practice, overdose risks, and other warnings for pregnant women.
The measure follows a recommendation from medical health agency l’Agence Nationale de Sécurité du Médicament (ANSM) following consultations with pharmacies and patient focus groups.
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