Second Volunteer Firefighter Dies as Spain Battles Worst Wildfire Season in Decades
Spain’s wildfire crisis deepens as a second volunteer firefighter dies in Leon, arson arrests mount, and thousands face evacuations during one of the country’s most destructive fire seasons in decades
Jellyfish Swarm Forces Temporary Shutdown of French Gravelines Nuclear Plant
France’s Gravelines nuclear plant was temporarily shut down after a jellyfish swarm clogged its cooling system. EDF confirmed no safety risk, attributing the incident to the marine creatures’ gelatinous bodies bypassing filters in unusually warm North Sea waters
France’s National Rally Pushes Nuclear-Powered Bitcoin Mining Proposal
France’s National Rally proposes converting excess nuclear energy into Bitcoin mining power, with Marine Le Pen supporting the move to tackle energy waste, boost the digital economy, and trigger a national debate on cryptocurrency and environmental priorities
Pauline Ferrand-Prévot Secures Stunning Solo Victory in Women’s Tour de France
French cycling star Pauline Ferrand-Prévot thrilled home supporters with a spectacular solo triumph in the Women’s Tour de France, claiming the overall lead and positioning herself to become the first French winner in the modern edition’s history
French Cities Enforce Teen Curfews Amid Rising Youth Crime Concerns
French cities have introduced nighttime curfews for minors to curb youth crime and vandalism. Supporters praise quieter streets, but human rights groups argue for educational measures over bans, raising questions about the long-term effectiveness of curfews
French Chefs Unite Against ‘Duplomb Law’ Reauthorising Controversial Pesticide Use
A historic mobilisation is underway in France as top chefs publicly condemn the reauthorisation of a controversial pesticide. The Duplomb Law, they argue, prioritises agroindustry over food safety, environmental health, and sustainable farming practices
Paris Fashion Week Spring 2026 Ushers in Designer Debuts and Revamped Schedule
Paris Fashion Week Spring 2026 will highlight a wave of designer debuts and innovative schedule changes, with top brands such as Dior, Chanel, and Balenciaga unveiling first collections under new creative directors
France to Recognise Palestinian State at UN Assembly, Macron Confirms
French President Emmanuel Macron has confirmed that France will formally recognise the State of Palestine at the UN General Assembly, sparking strong international reactions from Israel, the US, and other global leaders amid the ongoing Gaza conflict
British Woman Dies After Falling from Raft on Guisane River in Alps
A British tourist died after falling from a raft on the Guisane river in the French Alps during an organised white-water excursion; an investigation is underway