When Mbappe‘s France Could Face Ronaldo’s Portugal in 2026 World Cup France vs. Portugal would be a blockbuster clash deep into the 2026 World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Jun 6
The 10 Best Defenders at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked Some truly phenomenal defenders are on hand to outclass the World Cup’s sharpest forwards. Sports Illustrated · Jun 6
Russia strikes nuclear fuel facility near Chernobyl A Russian drone has hit a nuclear fuel storage facility near Ukraine's Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says. AAP · Jun 6
'I would have liked them to be there' – Paul Seixas disappointed by absence of Pogačar and Vingegaard at Dauphiné, his Tour de France 'rehearsal' 'This week will be a similar experience, with all the media attention, managing things with the team... that's really what interests me here' says 19-year-old Frenchman Cycling News · Jun 6
The 15 Most Expensive Players at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked The likes of England, France, Spain and, surprisingly enough, Türkiye, dominate the list of elite assets at this summer’s tournament. Sports Illustrated · Jun 6
D-Day 82nd anniversary honoured in France World leaders and the last remaining veterans gathered in Normandy on Saturday to mark the 82nd anniversary of the D-Day landings. Commemorations in Langrune-sur-Mer and Colleville-sur-Mer paid tribute to the 160,000 Allied troops who launched the liberation of Europe in 1944. Euronews · Jun 6
On This Day in History, June 7: Mahatma Gandhi train incident, Vatican City's creation, Battle of Midway, Harry Potter's stage debut, Boeing 777's intro and many more events On This Day in History, June 7, the world witnessed several landmark events that shaped politics, warfare, sports and social change. The date is associated with Mahatma Gandhi's defining train incident in South Africa, the founding of the Basketball Association of America, which later became the NBA, the Battle of… The Economic Times · Jun 6
FIFA 2026: From Maradona to Messi, every World Cup finds a hero. Who’s next? The upcoming World Cup promises new stars. While legends like Messi and Ronaldo have had their moments, the focus now shifts to emerging talents. Spain's Lamine Yamal is a strong contender. France's Kylian Mbappe also looks set to shine. The tournament may reveal unexpected heroes, challenging established expectations. The Economic Times · Jun 6
'I feel I wouldn't be ready' – Tadej Pogačar likely to be without João Almeida as super domestique for upcoming Tour de France despite recent recovery Portuguese rider essentially rules himself out in interview with home media Cycling News · Jun 6
Andreeva wins first Grand Slam title at French Open PARIS (FRANCE) - Mirra Andreeva won her first Grand Slam title on Saturday by downing Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska in straight sets in the French Open final. Bangkok Post · Jun 6
Hegseth invokes immigration and ‘invasion’ in D-Day speech in France U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has uses a D-Day anniversary speech in France to link immigration by sea to wartime liberation The Independent UK · Jun 6
France World Cup 2026 team guide Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé and Michael Olise have the attacking power to shred opponents but will Didier Deschamps let them off the leash? The Guardian - UK · Jun 6
How to watch USA vs Germany: Free Streams & TV Guide for World Cup 2026 warm-up All the ways to watch USA vs Germany live streams online and from anywhere as both sides' 2026 World Cup preparations come to an end. TechRadar · Jun 6
Hegseth blasts ‘invasion’ of migrants on Europe’s beaches in D-Day speech in France US Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth on Saturday marked the 82nd anniversary of the World War II D-Day landings in France with a speech that bemoaned the "invasion" of "boats and men" on Europe's beaches. In his address at a US military cemetery in Normandy, Hegseth also called on allies to… France 24 · Jun 6
Radio France Internationale · Jun 6 Bernadette Chirac, France’s formidable former first lady, dies aged 93 Bernadette Chirac, the formidable former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace beside President Jacques Chirac while forging her own political identity and transforming a children’s hospital charity into a national institution, has died aged 93.
Evening Standard · Jun 6 Remembrance should be active in our lives – Montgomery’s grandson at D-Day event Veterans made the journey to France and attended the annual Ceremony of Remembrance at the British Normandy Memorial.
The Economic Times · Jun 6 FIFA World Cup 2026: Format, groups, full schedule, India match timings, where to watch, and everything you need to know FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule: The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest ever with 48 teams. Hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the tournament runs from June 11 to July 19. A new format includes 12 groups and a Round of 32 knockout stage. Indian fans…
The Guardian - UK · Jun 6 The Africa exception: the slavery reparations debate was once ‘unthinkable’. Now it is unavoidable The architect of the African Union’s reparations framework for the historic UN resolution explains why demands for historical justice are inseparable from the struggle for Black sovereignty
The Independent UK · Jun 6 Bernadette Chirac, formidable former first lady of France, dies at 93 Bernadette Chirac, the steel-willed former first lady of France, has died
Cycling News · Jun 6 UCI reveals 2027 WorldTour racing calendars with 'Super' World Championships in France forcing changes La Vuelta Femenina to be raced at end of the season instead of May, with men's Vuelta to be run entirely in September
Cycling News · Jun 6 Who will join Paul Seixas at the Tour de France, and is there room for Olav Kooij? A closer look at the riders in line for selection at Decathlon CMA CGM From rouleurs to mountain domestiques, which seven riders could join the super talent at July 4 Grand Départ in Barcelona?
Evening Standard · Jun 6 Commemorations to mark 82nd anniversary of D-Day in Normandy begin Nearly 160,000 Allied troops landed on June 6 1944 to fight Nazi-occupied France.
Bangkok Post · Jun 6 Economists pick France to win World Cup Spain is second choice in global survey and Brazil predicted to be biggest flop
Euronews · Jun 6 Pay transparency: Which EU countries are ready for the new rules? Millions of Europeans still apply for jobs without knowing how much they pay. New EU rules aimed at boosting salary transparency and tackling the gender pay gap were due to take effect by 7 June, but most member states are set to miss the deadline.
Radio France Internationale · Jun 6 Could tackling climate change and levelling inequality go hand in hand? The world can raise income, reduce inequality and limit global warming, according to an ambitious roadmap presented this week by economists in France. Making the case for a radical transformation of economies and lifestyles, they call on rich countries to slow growth, phase out fossil fuels and tax the wealthiest…