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La Voie Bleue: European Cycle Route of the Year is in France
700km bike path linking Luxembourg and Lyon has been crowned winner of the 2026 title
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MAP: See how your location in France affects online food shop prices
New analysis shows how your shop compares on average
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Further sightings of processionary caterpillars in France prompt action from local authorities
Caterpillars have arrived early after mild winter
Some cough sweets will need prescription
Over-the-counter cough and pain relief remedies will now be prescription-only if they contain drugs derived from opium, such as codeine.
The change took immediate effect last month. Young people were misusing the drug, with about 50 left seriously ill.
Well-known products such as dry cough pastilles and syrup from Vicks, Drill, Neo-Codion and Humex were included and children’s versions withdrawn.
