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‘Absolute moral rigour’: new Paris mayor Emmanuel Grégoire’s ideals face stern test

Leftwing victor has pledged to cut officials’ expenses and perks, but first must turn his attention to a series of crises

The Guardian - UK

Lionel Jospin, former PM who reshaped France's modern left, dies aged 88

Former French prime minister Lionel Jospin, a Socialist reformer who introduced the 35-hour working week and civil partnerships for same-sex couples, has died aged 88.

Radio France Internationale

Former West Ham and France star Dimitri Payet retires from football

Payet helped France to the final of Euro 2016

The Independent UK

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France’s Socialists tighten grip on four major cities in municipal elections

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The Independent UK

France local elections: Paris stays left as far-right makes mixed gains

The results offered an early snapshot of France’s political balance before 2027. Here are the main takeaways.

Euronews

French left wins mayoral elections in Paris, Marseille and Lyon

Left-wing parties have held onto Paris, Marseille and Lyon, according to provisional results announced on Sunday evening. The far right failed to take the big cities it had hoped, but made significant inroads in smaller ones.

Radio France Internationale

Socialist Emmanuel Grégoire elected Paris mayor, as National Rally fails to take key cities

City hall veteran beats rightwinger Rachida Dati in French capital, while far-right RN fails to win Marseille and Toulon in French local elections

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France’s Socialists secure wins in major cities as far-right struggles for big breakthrough

Final round of elections shows clear gains for traditional left and right and major win for far right in Nice

The Independent UK

William Saliba injury confirmed as Arsenal defender withdraws from France squad

Defender joins Jurrien Timber and Eberechi Eze in withdrawing from international duty

Evening Standard

African Michelin-starred chef Mory Sacko designs meals for Air France

Air France has asked Michelin-starred chef Mory Sacko to create dishes to be served to its first and business class passengers on flights from Abidjan, followed by Dakar and Nairobi. Of Malian and Senegalese origin, Sacko becomes the first "Air France signature chef" on flights departing from Africa.

Radio France Internationale

France local elections: a key test one year before the country's presidential election

One year before Emmanuel Macron’s term ends, parties will be able to gauge their strength in the second round of the local elections, with tight races in major cities, such as Paris, Marseille and Lyon.

Euronews

Paris and Marseille in focus as French go to the polls in local election runoffs

French voters go to the polls on Sunday to elect mayors in Paris, Marseille and more than 1,500 other constituencies, in a test of the far right’s strength and the resilience of mainstream parties ahead of next year’s presidential election.

Radio France Internationale

Removing 'forever chemicals' from drinking water comes at a cost to French consumers

Since the beginning of this year, testing for 20 PFAS – or "forever chemicals" – has become mandatory in France under a European directive. But detecting and removing micro-pollutants from water is a challenge, and consumers could end up footing the bill.

Radio France Internationale

Mayoral races in balance as voting opens in last round of French local elections

Electoral alliances expected to play vital role in number of contests including Paris and Marseille

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The Conversation

Is the biggest march in English history a myth? My research shows King Harold sailed down to the battle of Hastings

In 1066, England was invaded by multiple foreign powers. A northern force led by King Harald Hardrada of Norway advanced on York via the River Humber, while a southern force, led by Duke William of Normandy (later William I the Conqueror) crossed the Channel with forces from Normandy, France, Brittany…

Radio France Internationale

France rugby boss brands Six Nations criticism a 'lack of respect'

France rugby coach Fabien Galthié has responded defiantly to complaints that his squad underperformed during the 2026 Six Nations tournament, in which Les Bleus claimed the crown.

Euronews

Is Europe going to be forced to return to nuclear energy?

With the EU still importing over 50% of its energy and facing persistently high electricity bills, the debate over a nuclear revival to ensure independence and affordability has been reignited.

Radio France Internationale

French police under fire over use of facial recognition during routine stops

A new report by investigative group Disclose reveals that police in France are using smartphones equipped with facial recognition technology to access sensitive records during routine identity checks, in what critics say is a breach of French law.

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French Twitch streamer Florian Marliere moves Premiership Rugby to Twitch in France for fans

Florian Marliere has bought Premiership Rugby rights in France and will stream matches on Twitch via his Janusport channel. After beIN Sports’ deal ended, fans had no access. Marliere says the move is driven by passion, not profit. His coverage starts with Bath vs Saracens, and it could change how…

The Conversation

Yes, AI could boost productivity, but work is about more than maximising output

Worries about the British economy have long been dominated by one persistent concern – weak productivity. Since the financial crisis of 2008, growth has stagnated, leaving the UK trailing well behind the US, France and Germany across that whole period.

Radio France Internationale

French FM Barrot urges Iran to make ‘major’ concessions during Israel visit

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said Friday during a visit to Israel that Iran must make major concessions as part of any long-term political solution after the Middle East war. He also repeated a call for Israel and Lebanon to hold direct talks over ground operations targeting Hezbollah.

Radio France Internationale

French jihadist jailed for life for Islamic State crimes against Yazidis

A French jihadist was sentenced to life in jail on Friday for involvement in Islamic State group atrocities against Iraq's Yazidi minority, the first case in France to tackle the issue.

The Independent UK

France takes 'appropriate measures' after sailor's jogging app exposes aircraft carrier's location

France says it’s taking “appropriate measures” after a naval officer’s use of the Strava sports app inadvertently enabled journalists to geolocate the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle in the Mediterranean

Euronews

Strava fitness app reportedly reveals location of France aircraft carrier at sea

A French navy member was reportedly shown jogging in circles on a ship in the middle of the sea northwest of Cyprus, according to his public profile on the Strava fitness tracking app.

The Independent UK

French sailor gave away location of nuclear-powered warship in Middle East by logging run on Strava

The sailor publicly uploaded his run to the fitness app, revealing the position and direction of the Charles de Gaulle ship

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