The economy : a gloomy future
The sanctions against Russia are now turning against those who initiated them. The soaring price of gas and electricity is likely to cause real riots in France. As in the UK and probably elsewhere.
Consumption
L Alsace celebrates its Fan Day on June 24, 2022
For its 5thᵉ edition and as every year, the international event of ALSACE FAN DAY will take place on June 24. From Canada to Japan, from Sweden to Australia, as in all of Alsace, Alsatians from all over the world celebrate their identity and values on this day… while partying!
Florence Tisserant : a Web TV on micronutrition
Food and health are intimately linked. Florence Tisserant, Dr. in pharmacy from Nancy, has just created a YouTube channel on the subject for professionals, but also for the public. Interview.
The unbearable dictatorship of algorithms
Under the pretext of preventing all kinds of abuse, are social network algorithms gradually taking control of our ideas and opinions ? Example with Covid-19.
End of paper receipts : France stands out in Europe
Every purchase needs a receipt! Yes, except that in France, as of January 1, 2023, the printing of cash register or bank card receipts will no longer be systematic.
Economy : catastrophic figures!
Where is the good economic health of France that we heard so much about during the election campaign? The INSEE figures on inflation and growth are very worrying.
UFC-Que Choisir denounces the dubious practices of an insurance group
The insurance group Indexia (ex-SFAM) has to answer again for misleading commercial practices in court. The consumers’ association helps the victims to assert their rights.
The worrying shortage of toilet paper !
Between the horrors of war filmed in Boutcha, Ukraine and the political disputes of the twelve presidential candidates, we learn with horror that the price of PQ will increase! Will we recover ?
Electricity : Attention, risks of load shedding this Monday
The electricity transmission system operator, RTE, is calling on businesses and individuals to reduce their consumption this Monday, April 4, 2022, due to a drop in temperatures.
Fuel discount : starts tomorrow
The fuel discount will be 15 euro cents per liter, excluding tax. It may reach 18 cents per liter depending on the level of VAT applied. Consult the amounts in force in your region (Bercy Infos).
Ukraine: The money transfer fee scandal
While the World Bank expects a strong increase in remittances to Ukraine, UFC-Que Choisir is warning financial institutions and public authorities about their “unethically expensive” fees.
State : the abusive use of private firms
Éliane Assassi, rapporteur for the Senate’s commission of inquiry into the influence of private consulting firms on public policy, presented the conclusions of her report on Thursday. Explosive.