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Foul play suspected after regional train derails in France
44 people were injured including one seriously hurt
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Hairdresser suspected of starting 17 fires in Charente-Maritime
The woman was arrested after a series of fires in several communes
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Train workers called to join public sector strike on September 29
Strikes are planned across several sectors throughout September
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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