EU ban on Russian combatants faces resistance from France and Italy Rome and Paris have cited legal and technical concerns over how the ban should be applied in practice. Euronews · Jun 26
Paris court rules TotalEnergies must account for indirect emissions and tighten climate policies A partial victory, the ruling stopped short of making TotalEnergies directly liable for its customers’ actions. Euronews · Jun 26
Heatwave in Europe: Alcohol Ban, Marks & Spencer's Brain Is Frying, Americans Baking in Paris Airbnbs Europe faces record-breaking temperatures, prompting alcohol bans and heat-related incidents. Authorities warn of dehydration risks, while tourists struggle with the heat in non-air-conditioned accommodations. International Business Times UK · Jun 26
Hospitals Under Pressure as Paris Restricts Alcohol During Europe's Heatwave Crisis Paris authorities have restricted public alcohol consumption and takeaway sales to reduce health risks and ease hospital pressure during a severe heatwave, with record temperatures and rising emergencies. International Business Times UK · Jun 26
Climate change to blame for intensity of Europe heatwave: scientists PARIS — Human-caused climate change is "unequivocally" responsible for the intensity of a record-breaking heatwave scorching Europe, scientists said Friday. Bangkok Post · Jun 26
A historic heat wave catches Europe's fashion industry unprepared Paris Fashion Week Men’s became a test of fashion’s relationship with heat The Independent UK · Jun 26
Quote of the Day by Khalil Gibran: ‘To understand the heart and mind of a person, look not at what he has already achieved, but…’ - why every recruiter and parent should read this Khalil Gibran's wisdom suggests true character lies not in past achievements but in future aspirations. The article, inspired by Walter Mitty's journey, argues that what we hope to become reveals more than what we've done. This perspective encourages a shift from judging by visible success to valuing potential, curiosity, and… The Economic Times · Jun 26
‘Kind of miracle solution’: How Paris is harnessing the Seine to replace air-con City plans to triple system of underground pipes that distribute chilled river water, reducing need for individual cooling units The Guardian - UK · Jun 26
Paris bans drinking alcohol in public as hospitals hit heatwave breaking point City’s Pride march also postponed as police chief says health and emergency services have been overwhelmed The Guardian - UK · Jun 26
Madonna, 67, Mercilessly Roasted Over ‘Embarrassing Wardrobe Malfunction During Paris Fashion Week “Is she wearing underwear?” one asked after a video of Madonna leaving her hotel in a minidress went viral on social media. Bored Panda · Jun 25
Paris neighbourhoods: The dynamic 10th arrondissement In this edition of French Connections, Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot continue their tour of Paris with a stop in the 10th arrondissement of Paris. Located in the heart of the Right Bank, it’s one of the most vibrant parts of the capital. A lot of people enter Paris through… France 24 · Jun 25
'Unexpected' pop of 'electric' green with purple flames featured in swap-out kits for Jayco AlUla for men's and women's Tour de France Debut of new Tour jerseys made during Paris Fashion Week at MAAP HYPERPERFORMANCE public exhibition Cycling News · Jun 25
Bulletin world briefing: Venezuela earthquake death toll soars as over 27,000 missing Venezuela earthquake death toll soars as more than 27,000 still missing World Cup fans injured as car crashes into crowd in Mexico The secret group chat European leaders used to ‘deal with Trump’ Boy, 3, dies after he became trapped inside parents’ car in Paris Russian shadow fleet tanker intercepted… The Independent UK · Jun 25
Court orders TotalEnergies to account for clients' emissions PARIS — A French court ordered oil and gas giant TotalEnergies on Thursday to account for the emissions from the use of its products by clients, in a high-stakes climate case brought by non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and the city of Paris. Bangkok Post · Jun 25
France 24 · Jun 25 Vinii, Father of the House of Revlon: 'Voguing is about liberation and freedom' The King of the Paris Voguing scene tells FRANCE 24 how the art form is about your own liberation and freedom. Voguing has been widely championed in France by the LGBTQ+ community. Originating in the 1980s from the 1960s Harlem ballroom scene, the dance combines fashion, posing and self-expression. In…
Radio France Internationale · Jun 25 Paris court gives oil giant TotalEnergies deadline to tighten climate policies A court in Paris ruled on Thursday that energy giant TotalEnergies must account for its consumers’ greenhouse gas emissions, giving the French company six months to adjust a legally mandated risk assessment.
The Economic Times · Jun 25 One of the world’s most famous artists' painting just reappeared in a surprising police operation near Paris Stolen Picasso painting discovered near Paris: A drug trafficking investigation outside Paris led to a surprising discovery: a stolen Picasso painting. French police found the artwork, believed to depict Marie-Thérèse Walter, along with cash and cannabis during a raid.
Fortune · Jun 25 At VivaTech, AI hype gives way to harder questions about security, sovereignty, and value As 180,000 attendees descended on Paris, conversations revolved around cybersecurity risks, European dependence on U.S. AI, and whether the returns on AI investment are actually materializing.
The Independent UK · Jun 25 Boy, 3, dies after he became trapped inside parents’ car during record heatwave in Paris IN FULL
The Independent UK · Jun 25 Toddler dies in hot car after becoming trapped in 40C heatwave Paris is recording temperatures well above 40C for the first time in 150 years
The Economic Times · Jun 25 France sounds alarm as Europe's deadly heatwave takes its toll Western Europe is grappling with a deadly heatwave, causing numerous deaths, power disruptions, and school closures. France has elevated its health response, with Paris experiencing record temperatures. Authorities are concerned about a new demographic facing risks: healthy individuals aged 50-70. Drowning deaths and heat-related fatalities are rising, while air conditioner…
Euronews · Jun 25 Parisians living in attic apartments are roasting under the city's pretty zinc roofs In France's historic heatwave, Paris’ dreamy rooftops become a heat-trapping nightmare.
The Independent UK · Jun 25 As temperatures soar, Paris court set to rule on landmark climate change case A court in Paris is set to rule on a landmark climate change case that could see energy giant TotalEnergies forced to reduce its oil and gas production, a day after France hit record high temperatures
The Guardian - UK · Jun 25 Extreme heat grips Europe as UK hits new June record, France shuts down nuclear reactors and deaths rise across continent – as it happened Heatwave-related deaths climb in Spain, Italy and France as continent battles another day of extreme temperatures
The Economic Times · Jun 25 In France's historic heat wave, Paris' dreamy rooftops become a heat-trapping nightmare Parisian attic dwellers face perilous conditions as a historic heatwave bakes the city. These top-floor apartments, often occupied by students and those on tight budgets, become dangerously hot due to zinc rooftops absorbing and conducting heat. Despite the picturesque views, residents struggle with unbearable temperatures and a lack of cooling,…