Demonstrators gathered in Paris and cities across France on Saturday under the watch of 70,000 police officers, as the government ​sought to prevent a repeat of the riots and looting that rocked the country last weekend.

PARIS, Oct 24 (Reuters) - Demonstrators gathered in Paris and cities across France on Saturday under the watch of 70,000 police officers, as the government sought to prevent a repeat of the riots and ...

France protests begin under heavy security as police arrest 135 amid fears of renewed unrest and looting. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Anger over living costs and strained public services has drawn students, workers and unions onto the streets in recent weeks.

Anger over living costs and strained public services has drawn students, workers and unions onto the streets in recent weeks.