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Saint-Marc Sports Facility in Lyon Unveils New Boxing Gym After Renovation

The Saint-Marc sports facility in Lyon's 3rd arrondissement has undergone a comprehensive renovation, officially reopening on Saturday, March 7th, 2026. The 1.3 million...

Lyon Celebrates International Women’s Day with Events and Protests

Lyon observed International Women's Day on March 8th with a series of events including culinary showcases, film screenings, and street protests. These activities...

Lyon Commercial Real Estate Faces 20% Investment Drop in 2025, Hopes for 2026 Rebound

Lyon's commercial real estate market experienced a significant downturn in 2025, with investments falling by 20% to €825 million, marking its worst year...

Lyon-based Carester to Build Rare Earth Recycling Plant in Lacq

Lyon-based company Carester is set to construct a 200-million-euro rare earth permanent magnet recycling plant in Lacq, Pyrénées-Atlantiques. This strategic industrial project aims...

Cardinal Bustillo Draws Crowds in Lyon: A Voice for a Fractured Society

Cardinal François-Xavier Bustillo, Bishop of Ajaccio, recently visited Lyon, attracting over 1000 faithful to Saint Bonaventure Basilica. His visit, following a trip to...

Amazon to Recruit 3,000 Permanent Staff Near Lyon, Offering €2,350 Salaries

Amazon has commenced recruitment for 3,000 permanent positions at its new logistics platform near Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport. The roles offer salaries of €2,350...

Bruno Bernard Pledges 100 km of New Cycling Paths in Lyon, Defends Rhône Right Bank Project

Bruno Bernard, current president of the Lyon Métropole and a candidate for re-election in the upcoming municipal elections, has pledged to add 100...

Air Quality Alert: Elevated Fine Particle Levels Expected in Lyon This Saturday

Lyon and its metropolitan area are bracing for degraded air quality this Saturday, March 7th, as high levels of fine particles persist. Atmo...

Flotte, a French Rainwear Brand, Opens First Store in Lyon’s Presqu’île

Flotte, a French brand specializing in eco-responsible rainwear, is opening its first physical store in Lyon's Presqu'île. The new boutique will be located...

Lyon Medtechs Lead Innovations in Women’s Health

On International Women's Day 2026, four Lyon-based medtech startups are being recognized for their innovative contributions to women's health, focusing on post-breast cancer...

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