France 57-10 South Africa: Women’s Rugby World Cup – as it happened France run in nine tries to spank a much-changed South Africa with both teams progressing to the last eight. The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2025
Vote of confidence and calls for blockades: a turbulent week ahead in France Barring a major surprise, François Bayrou’s government is expected to fall this week, with calls for a nationwide blockade on Wednesday also underway. Euronews · Sep 7, 2025
10 Bucket List Destinations With Senior Discounts You Didn’t Know About Here are 10 unforgettable destinations that not only belong on your bucket list, but also offer senior-friendly savings to help stretch your dollar. GOBankingRates · Sep 7, 2025
Farage rows back on promise to stop small boats within two weeks if he becomes PM – as it happened Reform UK leader clarifies that, if he wins election, he will have to wait until law passed to deport people more quickly, which could take months The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2025
The French government is on the brink – and Le Pen is the only winner The prime minister, François Bayrou, seems doomed. Will he take Macron with him, asks Paul Taylor of the European Policy Centre The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2025
France’s political crisis reveals deep rift between the people and their politicians The likely fall of prime minister François Bayrou exposes a political malaise that is likely to sour French politics well beyond the 2027 presidential election as the far right exploits the moment The Guardian - UK · Sep 7, 2025
Anti-tobacco groups hail France's decision to ban nicotine pouches in 2026 Denounced for their toxicity and addictive nature, particularly for children and adolescents, nicotine sachets, balls and gum will be banned in France from March 2026, a "victory" for anti-tobacco associations. Radio France Internationale · Sep 6, 2025
France's top women's football clubs begin battle to end Lyon's supremacy A new season gets under way this weekend in France's top two professional women's football divisions, the Arkema Première League and the Seconde Ligue. Radio France Internationale · Sep 6, 2025
Kylian Mbappe matches Thierry Henry’s international goals and eyes all-time France record Kylian Mbappe has equalled Thierry Henry’s 51 goal tally for France The Independent UK · Sep 6, 2025
2026 World Cup: France makes a successful debut against Ukraine The French team made an exciting start to the 2026 World Cup qualifiers by beating Ukraine (2-0) away, their toughest opponent, but lost Ousmane Dembélé to injury during the match on Friday night in Wroclaw, Poland. Radio France Internationale · Sep 6, 2025
Eiffel Tower in Paris to celebrate achievements of 72 women scholars Gustave Eiffel, who designed France's world-famous monument, had the names of 72 scholars inscribed on the base of the tower in golden letters. All of them men. Today the Paris City Hall is plans to even up the score by adding the names of 72 women who made significant contributions… Radio France Internationale · Sep 6, 2025
Kylian Mbappe Matches Thierry Henry, Closes on All-Time Scoring Record Mbappé has been practically unplayable during the first few weeks of the new season. Sports Illustrated · Sep 6, 2025
French interior minister vows 'utmost firmness' against shutdown protests French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau says he does not expect large-scale protests next week but ordered police to respond firmly to a viral online campaign calling citizens to "block everything" on 10 September. Radio France Internationale · Sep 6, 2025
To lead is to be French. Why do so many French nationals lead major companies overseas? French nationals head about 30 major foreign companies with a total valuation of $2 trillion, comparable to the entire market cap of France's CAC 40 index. Fortune · Sep 6, 2025
Euronews · Sep 6, 2025 Brussels, my love? Emmanuel Macron: A King without his country? In this edition of our weekly politics show, we break down the security guarantees for Ukraine, the EU-Mercosur trade deal and the political instability in France.
Euronews · Sep 6, 2025 Academic research shows UK gender gap underestimated in official data for decades The gender pay gap in the UK is more than twice that of France and Spain. New research suggests the gap is one percentage point higher than official figures.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 5, 2025 World Cup qualifying: Mbappé sees off Ukraine as Gattuso’s Italy find form Michaek Olise was also on the scoresheet for Les Bleus in Wroclaw, while Italy scored five against Estonia and Slovenia held Sweden 2-2
The Independent UK · Sep 5, 2025 Kylian Mbappe scores stunner as France secure hard-fought win over Ukraine France begun their qualifying campaign for next year’s World Cup in winning fashion
Al Jazeera · Sep 5, 2025 Mbappe levels up with Henry as France cruise past Ukraine in World Cup tie Kylian Mbappe draws level with Thierry Henry on 51 goals for France in 2-0 win against Ukraine in World Cup qualifier.
AAP · Sep 5, 2025 China-Australia jockeying heightens Pacific forum mess Australia is working with the Solomon Islands to limit China's security presence after declaring Beijing has no role to play in policing the Pacific.
Tom’s Guide · Sep 5, 2025 'The White Lotus' season 4 sets location — and it might surprise you The upcoming season will see the Emmy-winning HBO anthology take over one of France's luxe Four Seasons properties
Euronews · Sep 5, 2025 Political instability in France: What are the potential consequences for the EU? The possible fall of the government could weaken France on the European stage.
The Guardian - UK · Sep 5, 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup has only one quarter-final spot left to fill but plenty still to play for Australia and the USA face battles to make it through but the race to top pools and avoid top-ranked sides remains on
FourFourTwo · Sep 5, 2025 How to watch Ukraine vs France: Live streams, TV details for World Cup qualifier Group D in the UEFA World Cup 2026 qualification process kicks off on Friday – here's how to watch Ukraine vs France online, on TV, from anywhere.
Euronews · Sep 5, 2025 Is President Emmanuel Macron really preparing to take France to war in 2026? Revelations in the satirical newspaper "Le Canard enchaîné" have created controversy, leading many Internet users to accuse the government of secretly preparing for war.