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French Women's Rugby Battles Discipline Woes to Edge Out Australia. The French women's rugby team faced a rare crisis with multiple red and yellow cards, playing with only 11 players at one point, yet managed to secure a narrow victory.

France Plans Tax and Pension Changes as Public Debt Soars. With public debt projected to hit 121.7% of GDP by 2027, the French government targets retirees for fiscal adjustments amid economic stagnation.

Alpes-Maritimes Taps Aging Population to Boost Silver Economy Growth. The region is turning aging challenges into opportunities by advancing healthcare, housing, and AI innovations to foster economic growth.

Citizen Assembly Proposes Reforms Ahead of 2026 French Election. A group of 156 randomly selected citizens launched participatory initiatives aiming to influence the presidential race with recommendations due in 2027.

France's Public Debt Forecast to Reach Record 121.7% of GDP. Persistent budget deficits above 5% push France's public debt to an all-time high, raising concerns over long-term fiscal sustainability.