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France sees worst unrest in years as cost of living protests turn into riots and looting

Massive protests across France over rising living costs and underfunded public services descended into widespread riots and looting over the weekend, with more than 2,400 arrests, over 3,000 shops damaged or pillaged, and the historic Limoges town hall set on fire. Authorities reported around 500,000-550,000 protesters took to the streets nationwide.