Published 1 year ago

Garbage: In Paris streets, heaps of it become protest symbol

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A strike by Paris garbage collectors begins its 16th day on Tuesday. Polls show the majority of French oppose President Emmanuel Macron's decision to raise the retirement age by two years. City Hall said that as of Monday, 9,300 tons of rubbish remained on the streets. Unions are planning nationwide strikes for Thursday.

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Times of India

Garbage: In Paris streets, heaps of it become protest symbol

The strike by Paris garbage collectors has been going on for 16 days and is taking a toll on the city's aesthetics. The majority of French people oppose President Emmanuel Macron's decision to raise the retirement age by two years, from 62 to 64 for most and from 57 to 59 for garbage collectors. The strike has also gotten wrapped up in the politics of the bill Macron rammed through Parliament last week - without a vote, thanks to a special const…

1 year ago·India

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CTV News

Garbage: In Paris streets, heaps of it become protest symbol

A strike by Paris garbage collectors, which begins its 16th day on Tuesday, is taking a toll on the renowned aesthetics of the French capital, a veritable blight on the City of Light.

1 year ago·Canada

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Associated Press News

Garbage: In Paris streets, heaps of it become protest symbol

Garbage. Heaps, mounds and piles of it are growing daily and in some places standing as high as a human being. A two-week strike by Paris garbage collectors is taking

1 year ago·United States

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