Why is Kylian Mbappe always so good at the World Cup? Mbappe's footsteps are thundering towards Lionel Messi and the 2018 winner will become the World Cup's record goalscorer FourFourTwo · Jul 2
Camping in France: Is the spirit gone? As summer vacation season gets underway here in France, we take a closer look at camping. France holds the record for the most campsites in Europe. We look at camping's aristocratic origins, its popularity and how it is currently changing with an ongoing battle between tents, bungalows and camping cars. France 24 · Jul 2
'If we have to take a step back, we will' - Despite imminent Tour de France Grand Départ on home soil, long-established Spanish ProTeam risks folding at end of 2026 After seven years in peloton, Kern Pharma face major struggle to find new main sponsor for next season Cycling News · Jul 2
Spain and France face more heat after scorching June caused 2,000 deaths Temperatures could reach 44C in south-east Spain as fights break out in Paris supermarkets over air-conditioning units The Guardian - UK · Jul 2
2027 French elections – France at a Crossroads: Episode 1 Dates have officially been set for France's 2027 presidential election. With less than a year to go, the country is already gearing up for Emmanuel Macron's successor. FRANCE 24 English and French teamed up to meet voters in the run-up to the crucial poll. France 24 · Jul 2
Wildfires spread across southern France, as heatwave reignites forest concerns Wildfires have broken out across southern France, forcing evacuations and stretching firefighting teams as the country prepares for the third heatwave of the summer, with the country's forests under increasing threat from climate change and disputes over logging. Radio France Internationale · Jul 2
All eyes on Henry Pollock as England aim to think big against South Africa Northampton flanker and ‘public enemy No 1’ will be used as an impact player in the Nations Championship opener The Guardian - UK · Jul 2
USMNT’s Road to 2026 World Cup Final After Bosnia and Herzegovina Victory The USMNT’s route to the final is blocked by European giants. Sports Illustrated · Jul 2
More than 1,200 hectares of land burnt! Firefighters battle southern France wildfires after deadly heatwave On Thursday, southern France faced intense wildfires that scorched more than 1,200 hectares, ignited by strong winds and dry conditions following a severe heatwave. The most significant blaze occurred in Aude, close to Spain, devouring 900 hectares. Firefighters, supported by water-bombing aircraft, fought bravely to control the situation, and thankfully,… The Times of India · Jul 2
Tadej who? Paul Seixas mania is gripping the home nation ahead of the Tour de France, and the 19-year-old is fully embracing it Decathlon CMA CGM leader says he is great shape, dismissing worries after his recent crash Cycling News · Jul 2
What's behind the viral claims of child trafficking on Vinted? Millions have viewed videos claiming that children are being sold through coded advertisements on the popular second-hand online marketplace Vinted. What's behind the rumours? Euronews · Jul 2
Grand Départ to the Flamme Rouge and everything in-between: your guide to the language of the Tour de France Watching or reading about the Tour de France can often feel like learning a new language, so we've done a little translation for you Cycling Weekly · Jul 2
Fast-moving wildfire spreads across southern France Firefighters battle a fast-moving wildfire in Aude, southern France, after flames spread from Hérault and burned more than 800 hectares overnight. Euronews · Jul 2
Danish Refugee Council on importance of coordinated response to Ebola, wider humanitarian crisis The Danish Refugee Council has warned that the latest Ebola outbreak in DR Congo is complicating an already strained humanitarian situation. In a recent report, the NGO stressed the response to the health emergency "must not hollow out the aid programming that is holding communities together". Speaking to FRANCE 24,… France 24 · Jul 2
France 24 · Jul 2 Authorities race to contain spread of Ebola in eastern DR Congo One month after Congolese authorities officially declared a new Ebola outbreak, the virus is still spreading in the east of the country and the death toll continues to rise. There are now more than 1,000 confirmed cases and more than 250 confirmed deaths. FRANCE 24's Aurélie Bazzara-Kibangula reports from eastern…
France 24 · Jul 2 French race to get hold of air conditioning as yet another heatwave looms Police were called to supermarkets in the Paris area on Thursday as huge crowds descended on discount stores hoping to get hold of affordable air-cooling units before the third heatwave of the year engulfs the French capital this weekend.
Radio France Internationale · Jul 2 Paris death penalty congress warns abolition cannot be taken for granted The fight to abolish the death penalty remains "eminently contemporary", French President Emmanuel Macron said as campaigners, judges and former death row prisoners gathered in Paris this week for the World Congress Against the Death Penalty, amid rising executions worldwide and renewed support for capital punishment in some democracies.
The Independent UK · Jul 2 Marine Le Pen says she won’t run for president if ordered to wear electronic bracelet France will hold the first round of its next presidential election on April 18
Cycling News · Jul 2 What I hope to witness at this year's Tour de France – The birth of Paul Seixas, the wrath of Remco and great racing every day Our long-time contributor and experienced Tour journalist Stephen Farrand sends his dispatches from Barcelona, and what he's wishing for this July
International Business Times UK · Jul 2 Mother of Slain French Teen Louis Declares 'Time for War' as Thousands Expected at Narbonne Protest Thousands are expected to gather after the 17-year-old's death, as his family calls for tougher juvenile crime laws and justice for Louis.
The Conversation · Jul 2 From the Fourth of July to Bastille Day: How France and America reinvent their nations through ritual Why do France and the United States – two nations that claim to be founded on universal principles rather than common ancestry – place such extraordinary importance on their national holidays? And what do today’s battles over these celebrations reveal about the crisis of democratic national narratives?
The Economic Times · Jul 2 Big wildfires hit southern France Southern France battled a fierce wildfire on Wednesday, forcing evacuations as hundreds of firefighters tackled the blaze. Fueled by drought and strong winds, the fire consumed 800 hectares in the Herault and Aude departments. Difficult terrain hampered efforts, with water-dumping aircraft deployed. Two smaller fires also ignited near Marseille, highlighting…
Radio France Internationale · Jul 2 France advances assisted dying law with strict rules and safeguards France's National Assembly has approved a new version of a bill creating a legal right to assisted dying, bringing the country closer to a major change in end-of-life care. The legislation sets out who could qualify, how requests would be made and the safeguards designed to prevent abuse of the…
The Guardian - UK · Jul 2 Germany are no longer a tournament team and must reconnect with our own identity Germany’s third early World Cup exit in a row is not down to a lack of talent or the name of the coach, but not knowing how they want to play
Bored Panda · Jul 1 Paris Deputy Mayor Blames Americans For Europe’s Climate Crisis As Heat Wave Casualty Toll Reaches 1,300 Paris deputy mayor blamed Americans for Europe’s heat wave, igniting a fierce climate responsibility debate.