- Jul 5
Édouard Philippe launches 2027 presidential bid with Paris rally, casting himself as the unifying right‑centre candidate
The former prime minister drew about 5,000 supporters to the Adidas Arena on 5 July, unveiling his "Croire en nous" slogan and a programme centred on children, schools, and public‑finance discipline.
- Jun 14
Netherlands open World Cup campaign against Japan with Depay fit but Endo out for tournament
The Netherlands and Japan meet in a Group F opener at the 2026 World Cup in Dallas on Sunday, with Dutch striker Memphis Depay declared fit after a quadriceps injury but Japan missing captain Wataru Endo for the tournament.
- Jun 13
Ex-boyfriend arrested after stabbing 17-year-old 12 times near Reims station; girl critical
A 17-year-old girl is fighting for her life after being stabbed 12 times by her former boyfriend near the train station in Reims, France, on Friday evening. The 28-year-old suspect is in custody.
- May 30
France detains 780 after PSG Champions League win sparks riots; one dead, 57 officers injured
Celebrations for Paris Saint-Germain's second consecutive Champions League title turned violent across France, with 780 people detained, 57 police officers injured, and one person dead after an accident on a blocked Paris ring road.
