UK asylum policy causes more violence and deaths, say rights groups Home Office drive to stop small boats crossing Channel is handing more power to people smugglers, report finds The Guardian - UK · Dec 8, 2025
France's Macron to meet Ukraine, UK and German leaders to discuss US peace plan French President Emmanuel Macron says he will meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in London on Monday to "take stock" of ongoing US-led negotiations, in a bid to end the four-year war with Russia. Radio France Internationale · Dec 7, 2025
Vietnam's signature coffee culture conquers Paris cafe-goers Though Vietnam is one of the world’s top exporters, its coffee remains overlooked in Europe, where consumers tend to be more familiar with beans from Africa and South America. Now Vietnamese coffee culture is gaining ground in Paris, where a growing number of cafes are introducing the French capital to… Radio France Internationale · Dec 7, 2025
China bets big on exports, but will Europe’s economy pay the price? China’s export surge threatens Europe’s economy, with Goldman Sachs warning of GDP losses in Germany, Italy, France, and Spain due to rising competition and weak EU policy responses. Euronews · Dec 7, 2025
2026 World Cup schedule drops: Where to see Messi, Ronaldo, Mbappé The schedule is set for the first FIFA World Cup across 3 nations. Axios · Dec 6, 2025
'My number one goal is the Classics but also the sprints' - Paul Magnier who wants to have fun and race at the front Tour de France ‘doesn't seem like a priority right now' for 21-year-old French rider Cycling News · Dec 6, 2025
'A truly dramatic year' - Lotte Kopecky reflects after a sub-par 2025 season where the Tour of Flanders was the only highlight The Belgian superstar once again asserts that another Tour de France GC bid is highly unlikely Cycling News · Dec 6, 2025
Ten awe-inspiring European road trips everyone should experience at least once In Europe, road-tripping drivers are brought face to face with jaw-dropping views that change at every turn The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2025
Rising online masculinism in France fuels concern for consent, sexual health Masculinist ideas are circulating widely on social media in France, prompting warnings about their impact on young people’s sexual health and the culture of consent. Radio France Internationale · Dec 6, 2025
France eyes 'great duel' against Norway, Senegal at 2026 World Cup France coach Didier Deschamps says he is looking forward to a showdown between star players after his side were drawn in the same group as Norway and Senegal for the 2026 World Cup. The 48 contenders discovered their tournament fate at a ceremony in Washington on Friday. Radio France Internationale · Dec 6, 2025
Europe has promised Ukraine a ‘reassurance force’ when the war ends – but will it enrage Putin? Europe has backed the idea of a ‘reassurance force’ to help Ukraine rebuild its war-weary army, but what does that mean in reality? The Independent UK · Dec 6, 2025
Russia terminates military agreements with Portugal, France and Canada Portugal and France both support EU proposals to use frozen Russian assets to provide loans to Ukraine amid Moscow's all-out war, now well into its fourth year. Euronews · Dec 6, 2025
USMNT’s Potential Route to the 2026 World Cup Final The Stars and Stripes hope to become the first host nation to win the World Cup since France in 1998. Sports Illustrated · Dec 6, 2025
The Toughest Groups from 2026 World Cup Draw—Ranked France, England and Argentina have been dealt tough hands at this summer’s World Cup. Sports Illustrated · Dec 5, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Dec 5, 2025 Scotland to face Brazil and Morocco in World Cup group stage in repeat of France 1998 Scotland face a mouthwatering reunion with Brazil in their first World Cup campaign since 1998 after being drawn in Group C at Friday’s ceremony
Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2025 World Cup 2026: 'Group of Death' revealed as draw throws up worst-case scenario Friday’s draw has thrown up two contenders to claim the ‘Group of Death’ tag for World Cup 2026
Evening Standard · Dec 5, 2025 England handed tricky route to 2026 World Cup final after group stage draw Three Lions could collide with the group of death in their first knockout game
Radio France Internationale · Dec 5, 2025 Why Lebanon's Christians wield power greater than their numbers Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Lebanon this week underscores the unique position of Christians in the Middle East’s most religiously diverse nation – the only Arab country led by a Christian president. As Lebanon faces multiple crises, Christians wield influence far greater than their numbers.
Euronews · Dec 5, 2025 French soldiers open fire on drones over nuclear submarine base The Île Longue facility houses France's four nuclear ballistic missile submarines and provides maintenance for the vessels that form the basis of the country's nuclear deterrent.
The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025 Illegal drone shot down at nuclear submarine base Officials are investigating an illegal drone which flew over the Atlantic coast base
Euronews · Dec 5, 2025 French Senate votes in favour of new €15 per passenger tax for cruise ships Following other European countries such as Greece and Norway, France is the latest to clamp down on cruise ships with a new tax proposal.
Radio France Internationale · Dec 5, 2025 Study confirms Covid vaccines did not increase mortality rates in France Covid-19 vaccines did not lead to higher death rates in France, according to a new study using data from 30 million adults. Researchers found that those who were not vaccinated had a 50 percent higher death rate over the four years following the rollout of the vaccines than those who…
Euronews · Dec 5, 2025 France’s First Lady visits panda breeding research center in China Brigitte Macron visited a panda breeding research center in Chengdu on the final day of President Emmanuel Macron’s fourth state visit to China.
Euronews · Dec 5, 2025 'It prolongs the trauma': French woman allegedly drugged by official decries slow pace of justice More than 240 women accuse Christian Nègre, a former senior official in the Culture Ministry, of secretly drugging them with diuretics during job interviews, then deliberately placing them in situations where they would be forced to urinate in public or on themselves.
The Independent UK · Dec 5, 2025 French first lady Brigitte Macron visits an old friend in China: A giant panda called Yuan Meng French first lady Brigitte Macron has reunited with a giant panda born in France during a visit to China with President Emmanuel Macron