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India becomes BlaBlaCar's largest market as fuel price surge boosts carpooling

Rising fuel prices triggered by the Middle East war are driving a sharp increase in carpooling, with a ride-sharing platform reporting a surge in new users seeking cheaper ways to travel. This trend has been more pronounced in countries where fuel price increases driven by the war have been sudden…

The Economic Times · May 31

PSG Champions League celebrations in France spark clashes; 416 detained, 7 police officers injured

Over 400 people were arrested across France following Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League victory, as celebrations devolved into violence. Clashes erupted between police and supporters in Paris and near the stadium, resulting in injuries to seven officers and damage to vehicles and businesses. Authorities had deployed extensive security measures amid concerns…

The Times of India · May 31

SoftBank to spend $87.5 billion on AI centres in France: Son

Japanese tech investor SoftBank will spend 75 billion euros ($87.5 billion) on artificial intelligence infrastructure in France, its founder Masayoshi Son told a French newspaper in an interview released Saturday. "75 billion euros in total," Son told La Tribune Dimanche weekly ahead of a French investment conference hosted by President…

The Economic Times · May 30

‘We want to be the best, so we have to turn negative moments into improvements. France were reigning champions in 2022 and knew how to succeed’ Jordan Pickford on the crucial fine margins at a major tournament

England’s last World Cup ended with a quarter-final defeat to France

FourFourTwo · May 30

Can the French cinema industry take on its biggest financial backer?

French cinema is reeling after the CEO of the country's biggest investor in films, Canal+, said he would no longer work with hundreds of actors, directors, producers and technicians who signed an open letter criticising the right-wing views of media mogul Vincent Bolloré, who owns a 30 percent share of…

Radio France Internationale · May 30

The scorching May heatwaves are here to stay. And Northern Europe is totally unprepared

IN FOCUS: As Europe braces for another long, hot summer, some regions and communities are at greater risk of harm, writes James C. Reynolds

The Independent UK · May 30

French Resistance figure, philosopher Edgar Morin dies at 104

France's favourite intellectual Edgar Morin, a World War II Resistance member who dedicated his life to promoting critical thinking and combatting intolerance, has died at the age of 104, his wife said Saturday.

Radio France Internationale · May 30

Edgar Morin, France's 'intellectual grandfather', dies aged 104

For the French, Morin was above all an intellectual guide, developing a holistic, cross-disciplinary approach to the major issues of our time. Abroad, he was best known as the creator of 'cinéma vérité' with his 1961 film Chronicle of a Summer.

Euronews · May 30

French intellectual and inventor of 'cinema verité' Edgar Morin dies at 104

French intellectual Edgar Morin has died at the age of 104, his wife said Saturday. The World War II Resistance member dedicated his life to promoting critical thinking and combatting intolerance. Outside of France he was best known as the inventor of "cinema verité" for his 1961 documentary with filmmaker…

France 24 · May 30

The Euronews guide to the 2026 World Cup: Groups, fixtures and European kick-off times

Taking place from 11 June to 19 July across the US, Canada and Mexico, this summer’s World Cup will be the largest in history – here’s everything that you need to know.

Euronews · May 30