France to Ban Smoking in Public Parks, Beaches, and Near Schools from July 1
TL;DR
France is implementing a nationwide outdoor smoking ban starting July 1, prohibiting smoking in beaches, parks, and near schools to improve air quality, with fines up to $153 for violations, while exempting outdoor cafés and excluding e-cigarettes for now, reflecting a broader effort to reduce smoking-related health issues.
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