More than 500,000 took to the streets as France protests erupted into violence
Over 500,000 people took part in protests in France over the weekend, which became marred by violence, amid demonstrations against rising living costs.
CNBC reports: Over 500,000 people took part in protests in France over the weekend, which became marred by violence, amid demonstrations against rising living costs.
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