France protests: 70,000 police deployed as Paris museums close and curfews begin

France is experiencing nationwide protests today, with 70,000 police deployed to prevent a repeat of last weekend's severe rioting, which included looting and attacks on public buildings. So far, turnout is about 35,000 protesters, lower than the 60,000 seen at the same time last week. Over 2,700 arrests were made following last week's disorder, and partial night curfews are now in effect across Paris. The unrest stems from anger over the cost of living crisis and poor school conditions. Museums including the Louvre, Orsay, and Picasso are closed, and authorities have also deployed helicopters, armoured vehicles, and water cannons.