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FIFA World Cup 2026: Messi becomes all-time leading scorer; Mbappe, Haaland respond with braces

Football legends Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe etched their names in World Cup history on Monday. Messi became the tournament's all-time leading scorer with 18 goals, while Mbappe surged into a tie for second. Meanwhile, Erling Haaland continued his impressive scoring streak, helping Norway advance. This day marked a significant…

The Economic Times

The Louvre and Eiffel Tower close early as heatwave bakes France

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The Independent UK

Air conditioning for all? France divided over response to record-breaking heatwave

The heat is on. Enough to make Parisians take the plunge into the once notoriously polluted Canal Saint Martin. France this Tuesday awakening from its hottest night on record, enough to test the tempers of city dwellers as they sizzle under the zinc roofs of top floor apartments built for…

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‘David Asks Me’—Kylian Mbappe Hints at Future MLS Move, Reveals Beckham Talks

The Frenchman’s currently lighting up the World Cup for France, challenging Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland for the Golden Boot.

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Europe's Record Heatwave Turns Deadly as People Jump Into Rivers to Escape the Scorching Heat

Europe's record heatwave pushes temperatures above 45°C as rivers become deadly escape routes, with dozens of drownings reported across France, Germany, Spain, and Italy.

International Business Times UK

‘Decisive’ Dembélé joins party but could group dominance hurt France?

Norway will provide a tougher test for two-time world champions – and they are going to need it before knockouts

The Guardian - UK

Manslaughter investigation after toddlers die in car during France heatwave

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Deadly heat grips France as crowds flock to water, drowning toll mounts to 40

The prolonged spell of extreme heat has disrupted daily life across the country. Schools, rail services and sporting events continue to face challenges, particularly in a nation where air conditioning is not widely used. Scientists have repeatedly linked the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events to human-driven climate…

The Times of India

France records its hottest day ever after spate of heatwave deaths

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The Independent UK

Scorching heat shuts Paris' Eiffel Tower and Louvre museum early as France swelters

A severe heatwave in France has forced some of Paris’s most popular tourist attractions, including the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum, to shorten operating hours as temperatures soar across the country.

The Economic Times

Bulletin world briefing: At least 40 people drown in France as Europe swelters in heatwave

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The Independent UK

Extreme heat forces early closure of Paris tourist attractions

A severe heatwave gripping France on Tuesday forced the early closure of the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum, two of Paris's most visited tourist attractions, as authorities grappled with soaring temperatures that have disrupted daily life across the country.

France 24

Versailles unveils gallery for 250th anniversary of US independence

Opening on Saturday 4 July, this gallery brings together paintings, sculptures and portraits from the château’s collections to spotlight the political, diplomatic and military figures of independence.

Euronews

Brexit: Discord in the UK music industry, 10 years on

Ten years after the referendum that shook the United Kingdom, what impact has Brexit had on one of its greatest exports: music? From major festivals in the UK to the grassroots venues in Europe determined to host British bands, FRANCE 24's Olivia Salazar-Winspear sets out to meet the people keeping…

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UK and France’s ‘one in, one out’ small boats migrant deal ‘to end within months’

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Digital Camera World

Forget retro cameras inspired by the 1970s – this new wooden bellows camera pays homage to a camera design first made back in the 1850s!

A workshop in France is reviving the classic field camera – and the latest one is weather-resistant and portable

The Guardian - UK

France records hottest day ever as 40 people drown across country

National weather service, Météo-France, says Tuesday was the hottest day since measurements began in 1947

The Independent UK

Matthieu Jalibert among France stars set to face All Blacks as Nations Championship squad revealed

Fabien Galthie’s squad is weakened by the late finish to the Top 14 season

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Cycling Weekly

As Europe broils, should we reconsider how we spectate at bike races– not least the Tour de France?

You might need more than a token bottle of water if you're heading outside this summer

France 24

World Cup 2026: France win after weather delay as Messi smashes record

Les Bleus' game against Iraq was interrupted for over two hours due to heavy rain in Philadelphia – the first delay in the World Cup so far caused by the weather. France's 3-0 win sees them book their spot in the knockout round with a game to spare, while Lionel…

The Economic Times

Why the heat is wreaking havoc on Europe's trains

Europe's rail networks are buckling under an intense heatwave, causing widespread delays and cancellations. Aging infrastructure, including overhead power lines and tracks, struggles with extreme temperatures, leading to system failures. High-speed lines are particularly vulnerable due to their need for precise tolerances. Solutions like temperature sensors and reflective track paint…

Euronews

Newly uncovered Mozart manuscript gets world premiere in France

The French National Library recovered a previously unknown manuscript by the world-famous Austrian composer, bringing to light seven new pieces for flute and harp.

The Independent UK

Labour’s flagship ‘one in, one out’ migrant returns deal with France to end in October, report claims

The pilot scheme sees Channel migrants returned to France in exchange for other asylum seekers

The Economic Times

Europe heatwave closes schools, threatens health

Europe is grappling with a severe heatwave, forcing school closures and travel advisories across Britain, France, Italy, and Spain. France recorded its hottest night ever, with 40 drownings reported as people sought relief. Scientists link these extreme events to human-caused global warming, warning of increased frequency and intensity. Authorities are…

France 24

France issues red alert as heatwave breaks records and death toll mounts

France experienced its hottest-ever night Monday into Tuesday as Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said 40 people had drowned across the country since June 18 as they sought to escape the record heat. In a country without widespread air-conditioning, the scorching temperatures have led to school closures, cancelled events and disrupted…

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