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New symbol of France modelled on US-born performer and activist Joséphine Baker
A ceremony will pay homage to the French Resistance agent, with her son present
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Almost 100 Casino supermarkets in south-west France to change hands in February
It represents an annual loss of €16 million for the struggling group
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No ETA permit needed for Americans and others only transiting in UK
However, the fee for those who do need ETAs is likely to rise
Zero to pay for glasses
People needing glasses will be able to get a free pair from January 2020 with costs fully covered by state healthcare and their mutuelle insurance.
A new law (zéro reste à charge) means opticians must offer a range of lenses and frames at no cost. Some, such as Afflelou and Optic 2000, already offer low-cost options but all will offer free ranges soon.
The scheme, with cost limits for equipment, will also expand to dental prosthetics in 2020 and hearing aids in 2021.