How to Watch France vs. Senegal on TV, Live Stream—World Cup Memories of the 2002 opener have been evoked in the build-up to Tuesday’s group stage clash. Sports Illustrated · Jun 16
France vs Senegal World Cup 2026 Preview: Odds, Picks & History-Laden Clash France and Senegal meet at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey on June 16, 2026, in a Group I opener with immediate knockout-stage implications. France enter as the clear favorites at -230, while Senegal – who famously defeated the reigning world champions in their only prior World Cup meeting… Sports Lens · Jun 16
France Jumps in World Cup Prediction Market Forecasts France is the new favorite to win the World Cup on prediction markets after Spain draws opening match. Sports Illustrated · Jun 16
Rocky's World Cup Curse? Influencer Beta Mejía and Ecuador Learned the Hard Way: Philadelphia Is Warning Everyone Else Philadelphia tourism officials are leaning into one of the city's strangest sports superstitions after Ecuador became the latest team linked to the infamous "Rocky Statue Curse." In a tongue-in-cheek Instagram post published by Pennsylvania tourism authorities, World Cup delegations from Brazil, Haiti, France, Iraq, Curaçao, Croatia and Ghana were welcomed… Latin Times · Jun 16
Football fashion: Has France already won? In this edition of Entre Nous we take a deep dive into French football fashion. For many, Les Bleus are already the champions of a de facto sartorial competition, particularly on the Clairefontaine "catwalk", when the players head to their training ground. We also discuss the rich history and many… France 24 · Jun 16
After Cape Verde’s heroics against Spain, more great World Cup underdog stories From Sparwasser being the toast of East Germany to Cameroon’s rumbling of Argentina, the finals are littered with upsets The Guardian - UK · Jun 16
French spy service drops Palantir in favour of French company, says Lecornu The prime minister says he wants to build genuine digital and AI autonomy for France. The DGSI will instead use a different, this time French, company for data analysis. Euronews · Jun 16
Keir Starmer’s seat left empty as PM misses G7 leaders’ group photo Sir Keir Starmer’s seat at the G7 summit in France was left empty as the prime minister ran late for the group photo. The Independent UK · Jun 16
French spy agency drops US AI giant Palantir PARIS - France’s government took a new step on Tuesday in search of “strategic autonomy” for its intelligence services, announcing that it would ditch the data-sifting systems of the American AI giant Palantir in favour of a domestic provider. Bangkok Post · Jun 16
France shuts down dozen Israeli stands at defence trade show A dozen Israeli company stands were shut down Monday at a major international defence and security exhibition held outside Paris, sparking outrage from authorities in Israel. Radio France Internationale · Jun 16
Arlindo Chissale, the Mozambican activist and journalist who knew too much Arlindo Chissale, a journalist and activist who was in contact with the FRANCE 24 Observers team, disappeared on January 7, 2025, in the region of Cabo Delgado, Mozambique, which is the scene of a deadly Islamist insurrection. Chissale spoke out about topics the Mozambican government did not want out in… France 24 · Jun 16
French spies drop AI giant Palantir over US overreliance fears France is moving away from American AI technology for its intelligence services. The government announced it will stop using Palantir's data systems. A French company, ChapsVision, will now provide these critical services. This move aims to build national autonomy in the digital sphere. France is also investing heavily in its… The Economic Times · Jun 16
Signing ceremony for US-Iran deal to take place Friday at Swiss resort Switzerland's foreign ministry says a signing ceremony for a deal between the United States and Iran will take place Friday at the Bürgenstock resort near the city of Luzern AAP · Jun 16
Donald Trump Lambasted: Brigitte Macron's Discomfort Exposed Following Long Hand Grip By POTUS Donald Trump's extended handshake with Brigitte Macron at the G7 summit in France sparked debate over body language and diplomatic optics, highlighting how minor gestures can become political theatre. International Business Times UK · Jun 16
France 24 · Jun 16 Who is Didier Deschamps, the France coach aiming for a third World Cup title? Didier Deschamps has been coaching the French men's national football team for 14 years, a record period at the helm. He and his players are now aiming for a third World Cup title. The tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico will be his last competition as head of Les…
Evening Standard · Jun 16 Where to watch World Cup today and what channel are the games on? Four more games tonight and overnight with France and Argentina in action
The Independent UK · Jun 16 Trump looks awkward in bizarre aerial photo of grinning G7 world leaders The drone-style shot was shared by the French hosts of the event with a cheery caption, despite the heavyweight issues under discussion at the summit
AAP · Jun 16 G7 Leaders Confront Middle East Crisis with Joint Israeli-Palestinian Proposals in Hand ÉVIAN, France, June 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As heads of government and top diplomats arrived at this week's G7 Leaders' Summit in Évian-les-Bains, they are entering intense policy discussions around the Middle East crisis with a groundbreaking blueprint in hand: fresh multilateral funding commitments and a set of comprehensive recommendations…
France 24 · Jun 16 How can a joint France-UK mission help restart shipping in the Strait of Hormuz? A joint France and UK-led naval mission is ready to deploy to the Strait of Hormuz following an interim agreement between the US and Iran to end the Middle East war. Backed by around 20 countries, the mission aims to draw on widespread logistical know-how and resources to help clear…
France 24 · Jun 16 French spies break with data-analysis giant Palantir, wary of relying on US tech France's government took another step toward ensuring "strategic autonomy" for its intelligence services Tuesday, announcing that it would ditch using American AI giant Palantir's data-sifting systems in favour of a domestic provider. The move comes as European governments are increasingly wary of relying on US technologies.
AAP · Jun 16 Trump signals swift return of sanctions on Russian oil as G7 refocuses on Ukraine Donald Trump and G7 leaders are focusing on the Ukraine war, with the United States President considering reimposing sanctions on Russian oil shipments
Bangkok Post · Jun 16 EU clears major hurdle on US tariff deal STRASBOURG, France - The European Parliament gave final approval on Tuesday to a tariff deal with the United States as the EU seeks to close a volatile chapter of transatlantic trade relations.
International Business Times · Jun 16 G7 Leaders Agree To Increase Pressure On Russia, Diplomat Claims G7 leaders meeting in France agreed to increase pressure on Russia, a French diplomat said.
France 24 · Jun 16 'The case of Lyhanna is not exceptional': Head of Women for Women France The CEO of a French group that fights for the rights of women and children in France has hit out at the French government and justice system. Her comments come after the murder of 11-year-old Lyhanna. The prime suspect in the case is a man who had previously been reported…