Over half million people have taken to streets in France: protests have escalated into riots and looting. VIDEO+PHOTOS On Saturday, 17 October, hundreds of thousands of people took to the streets inFrance to protest against the rising cost of living and fuel prices, and to show support for the demands of secondary school pupils and university students. The demonstrations were marred by clashes with the police,... 8 195 59 Previously in trend: Protests in France