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French unions gear up for nationwide strike over pension and austerity plans. Trade unions across France are set to strike on December 2 to oppose pension reforms and austerity measures, as political leaders engage in heated budget debates and prepare for major protests.

Coupe de France 8th round delivers stunning upsets and thrilling finishes. The 8th round of the Coupe de France brought dramatic penalty shootouts and surprising comebacks, with clubs fiercely competing to advance to the next stage.

AS Gosier advances after penalty shootout in Coupe de France drama. Highlights from the 8th round include AS Gosier’s penalty shootout victory, UFT’s tough loss to Troyes, and US Orléans’ late comeback, all shaping the race to the quarterfinals.

December 2 national strike to disrupt transport, education, and public sectors. French unions plan a nationwide strike demanding wage hikes and opposing the 2026 budget, expecting widespread disruption across key public services during massive sector shutdowns.

Government abandons hardline unemployment reform, seeks €400M savings via talks. Facing pushback, the French government drops its strict unemployment insurance changes and now aims to save €400 million annually through negotiated reforms on terminations and short contracts, shifting strategy on benefits.