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Flamanville EPR Reactor to Increase Power Despite Incidents

France's new nuclear safety authority, ASNR, will allow the Flamanville EPR reactor to increase its power to 25% in early February, despite about 50 incidents since its launch in September 2024; this decision comes two months after the ASNR's creation.

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France Bans Over-the-Counter Nitrous Oxide Sales

The French National Assembly passed a bill banning over-the-counter nitrous oxide sales to individuals by January 1, 2026, due to rising recreational use among youth causing health problems; professional use will be regulated.

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Air Pollution in France: 40,000 Deaths and €16 Billion in Economic Costs

A new study by Santé publique France estimates that air pollution in France caused 40,000 deaths and over €16 billion in economic costs in 2021, with 12-20% of new child respiratory illnesses and 7-13% of new adult respiratory, cardiovascular, or metabolic illnesses attributed to air pollution.

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French Government's Role in Assassinations of Cameroonian Independence Leaders Revealed

A French-Cameroonian commission's report details the French government's role in the 1958 assassination of Cameroonian independence leader Ruben Um Nyobé and the 1960 poisoning of Félix-Roland Moumié in Geneva, highlighting the brutal methods used to suppress the UPC and maintain colonial control.

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Louvre to Build Second Entrance, Increase Capacity

The Louvre Museum in Paris will build a second entrance at its east facade by 2031, costing an estimated À million euros, to alleviate congestion and increase visitor capacity to twelve million annually, funded mainly through internal resources and potentially raising ticket prices for non-EU citize...

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Louvre Museum to Undergo 800 Million Euro Renovation

French President Macron announced an 800 million euro renovation of the Louvre Museum in Paris, including a new entrance, a dedicated Mona Lisa room, and addressing issues of overcrowding, outdated equipment, and climate concerns, aiming for 12 million annual visitors by 2031.

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Nestlé Waters Faces Trial for Illegal Waste Dumping in Vosges

Nestlé Waters faces trial in Nancy (May 26-28) for illegally dumping an estimated 373,600 cubic meters of waste in the Vosges region between 2021-2024, resulting in significant environmental damage and potential health risks, following a complaint by AC Anti-corruption.

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French Road Fatalities Rise Slightly in 2024, Underscoring Persistent Safety Concerns

France's 2024 road accident statistics show a slight increase in overall fatalities (3,190 in mainland France, +0.7%; 241 in overseas territories, +4%), despite a decrease in injuries (-0.8%) in mainland France; motorcyclists account for a third of fatalities.

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Louvre Museum to Undergo €800 Million Renovation

French President Emmanuel Macron announced an €800 million renovation of the Louvre Museum in Paris, including a new entrance and a dedicated Mona Lisa room, to address overcrowding and outdated facilities, with completion expected by 2031.

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Karabatic's Late Goal Secures France's Hard-Fought Victory Over Egypt

France defeated Egypt 33-32 in a handball match featuring a late game-winning goal by Nikola Karabatic, despite Egypt's strong comeback led by Hesham's 8 goals and a late-game red card for Karabatic.

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Algeria Demands France Clean Up Nuclear Waste From 1960s Tests

Algeria passed a new law demanding France clean up radioactive waste from 17 nuclear tests conducted between 1960 and 1966, escalating their diplomatic conflict and citing health impacts and environmental damage in several regions.

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France: Decrease in Antisemitic Incidents Masks Record High in Violent Acts

In 2024, France recorded 1,570 antisemitic incidents, a 6% decrease from 2023, but violent acts surged to a record high of 106, a 24.7% increase. This alarming trend, influenced by anti-Israel rhetoric and political discourse, poses a significant threat to French Jewry.

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