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France: Kalashnikov casino robbery sparks stampede

Mon, 15 Feb 2016 09:44:03 +0100

A gang of robbers armed with Kalashnikovs sparked a stampede at a casino in the southern city of Aix-en-Provence when they stormed the night spot at 2am and opened fire. Several clients were left injured.

Frenchman wins six million on ‘last spin’

Mon, 07 May 2012 13:17:00 +0200

A lucky gambler in eastern France took home the country’s second biggest casino cash prize – just 15 minutes before the casino closed, perhaps proving that “one last spin” can make all the difference.

Picard, Amazon, Ikea: France's favourite brands

Thu, 22 Sep 2011 11:27:26 +0200

For the second year running, frozen food chain Picard is the favoured brand of the French, according to a survey by consulting firm OC&C.

Casino takings stolen as employees look on

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:00:15 +0200

A man dressed as a security guard helped himself to a Lyon casino's safe on Tuesday.