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Montserrat: The 'Pompeii' of the Caribbean

Part of the island of Montserrat, a UK Overseas Territory, was buried by a volcanic eruption in 1995. Today, caution is essential for those venturing on the mysterious island that is full of spectacular Caribbean landscapes. Our colleagues at France Télévisions and FRANCE 24's Florent Marchais report.

France 24

RN 'breach': Amid 'severe' differences with 'bright, young' Bardella, Le Pen 'dictates party line'

François Picard is pleased to welcome Victor Mallet, Financial Times Senior Editor at the World News Desk. He interprets the emerging tensions between Marine Le Pen and Jordan Bardella as more than a clash of personalities. They reveal a deeper struggle over the political future of France's far-right National Rally…

France 24

French Football Federation withdraws support for FIFA president Infantino

The French Football Federation has withdrawn its support for Gianni Infantino's FIFA presidency bid. This decision follows a broken trust and differing views on football governance. France initially backed Infantino but subsequent events changed their stance. Several European federations have also withdrawn their backing for the FIFA chief.

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Gianni Infantino suffers fresh blow as France withdraws support for Fifa re-election

France have joined the home nations in withdrawing support for Infantino

The Independent UK

EU countries to seek import curbs on chemicals, plastics, sources say

European governments plan to use trade safeguards against surging imports. France, Italy, and Germany will request broad import quotas soon. These measures target chemicals and plastics, especially from China. The European Union is toughening its trade stance amid industrial challenges. This shift reflects a new geopolitical climate and economic pressures.

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NATO will stay 'strong' whoever wins French election: Chief Mark Rutte

Mark Rutte, NATO's chief, affirmed the alliance's resilience irrespective of France's upcoming presidential election results. He is optimistic that the new president will maintain defense spending and continue backing Ukraine. Rutte also warned against the long-term dangers posed by Russia to European security while noting recent political changes in Germany.

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Ballon d’Or 2026: Ranking the Favorites to Win, Latest Odds

There are some familiar faces—and a few surprise contenders—in the race to win the 2026 Ballon d’Or.

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Macron, von der Leyen call for stronger European space sector amid rising security concerns

French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reaffirmed their commitment to space at a major summit co-hosted by France and Germany in Paris.

Euronews

New Caledonia activists file complaint against French ministers over 2024 riots

Six Kanak pro-independence activists have filed a complaint against four current or former French ministers, accusing them of orchestrating their arrests and transfers from New Caledonia to prisons in mainland France for political reasons during the Pacific territory's 2024 unrest.

Radio France Internationale

Ryan Giggs reveals why Manchester United ignored Kylian Mbappe transfer recommendation

Mbappe was watched by a Manchester United scout while a teenage talent

The Independent UK

Gold, gems and Renoir: France's museums grapple with a wave of smash-and-grab thefts

A series of art heists in France has highlighted the country's struggle to protect its cultural treasures

The Independent UK

France: the far-right’s proposed headscarf ban in public places breaches religious freedom and anti-discrimination principles

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India, France step up space cooperation with new private-sector deals

India and France are increasing space sector cooperation through new agreements. Companies signed contracts for satellite launches and microsatellite technology. These deals support India's sovereign space capabilities and growing New Space sector. Agreements cover satellite launches and advanced space surveillance constellations. This partnership builds on decades of collaboration between the…

The Economic Times

Macron calls for 'shared governance' of space at Paris summit

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday called for the "shared governance" of space in a speech delivered at the two-day International Space Summit held in Paris. He also called on Europe to develop its own crewed spaceflight capability as part of the broader push to strengthen the continent's space sector.

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French police officers suspended over racist video as far-right links emerge

Four municipal police officers in the southern French city of Carcassonne remain suspended on Thursday as prosecutors investigate racist, sexist and homophobic remarks caught on a police body camera.

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Husic urges ‘concrete action’ on Israeli settlements in West Bank after Australia declines to join trade ban

Australia will not join move by UK, Canada and France in banning trade with Israeli settlements in West Bank

France 24

How a former BAPS temple worker in the US got his freedom, but still seeks justice

The Bochasanwasi Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Hindu sect at the heart of the Eiffel Tower strike made headlines in France during the inauguration of its latest temple near Paris. In the US, BAPS came under the spotlight when Indian stone workers were rescued from a temple construction site. One…

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‘Summer has shaken us’: Nepal’s flood disaster hits close to home in the shadow of melting Mont Blanc

A Chamonix local official says his town urgently needs to prepare for the dangers of falling chunks of glacier or rock.

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Which European countries import the most crude oil?

Brent topped $100 after fresh Strait of Hormuz attacks. Eurostat data shows which European countries buy the most oil and who is most exposed.

Radio France Internationale

Bayeux Tapestry 'mania' sweeps UK as sold-out exhibition opens

London's sold-out Bayeux Tapestry exhibition opens on Thursday to a British public gripped by "mania" as the medieval artwork depicting the Norman conquest of England goes on display outside France for the first time.

France 24

Bayeux Tapestry 'mania' sweeps UK as first exhibition outside France opens

The British Museum on Thursday opened its doors for the first public display of the 1,000-year-old Bayeux Tapestry outside of France. The museum has so far sold a record-breaking 100,000 tickets to see the tapestry, which depicts the Norman conquest of England under William the Conqueror.

France 24

Trump 'believes in the power of his own charisma', analyst says

Republicans opened their highly unusual midterm convention in Dallas on Wednesday afternoon, a “Trump-a-Palooza” that is putting the president at the centre of this fall’s midterm elections – whether the candidates running like it or not. Speaking with FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney, Professor Todd Belt, Director of the Political Management…

The Independent UK

Trump says he will ‘speak to Israel’ after UK trade ban on West Bank settlements

The US president seemed unusually hesitant to elaborate on the joint sanctions from Britain, Canada and France

Sports Illustrated

How Man Utd Missed Chance to Sign Kylian Mbappe Before Breakout Season Changed History

The Red Devils scouted the future superstar after being tipped off by a total stranger.

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The 10 Biggest Names Not Nominated for 2026 Ballon d’Or

There was only room for 30 players on the Ballon d’Or shortlist.

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