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As France competes in the World Cup quarterfinals on July 9, Shirley, a 96-year-old American and devoted fan, will be cheering them on from home.
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Facing its worst wildfire season in decades, France is implementing new strategies to prevent fires before they ignite.
France 24 English | Aug 2, 2026, 6:54 PM
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French Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Éléonore Caroit highlights the need for international solidarity and climate governance amid France’s severe wildfire season.
France 24 English | Jul 30, 2026, 1:00 PM
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French President Emmanuel Macron convened an interministerial meeting amid ongoing wildfires that have destroyed hundreds of homes and forced evacuations in southwestern France.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 27, 2026, 1:17 PM
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Spain lifted its state of emergency over wildfires near Madrid, while firefighters in France expressed cautious optimism as a massive forest fire near Bordeaux showed signs of containment.
CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 1:02 PM
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Thousands return home in Spain after wildfire containment, while France faces fresh fires and a fourth summer heatwave.
France 24 English | Jul 30, 2026, 7:02 AM
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Wildfires near Bordeaux in southwest France and across regions in Spain have forced the evacuation of over 300,000 people amid record-high temperatures and challenging weather conditions.
France 24 English | Jul 27, 2026, 12:17 AM
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Kylian Mbappé’s two goals helped France secure a 3-0 victory over Sweden in the World Cup round of 32, tying Lionel Messi for the tournament’s top scorer and setting up a round of 16 match against Paraguay.
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Didier Deschamps bids farewell as France faces England in the 2026 World Cup third-place match, with Zinedine Zidane poised to succeed him.
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As France and European champions Spain meet in Dallas for a World Cup semifinal spot, France's coach Didier Deschamps emphasizes possession and midfield strength despite injury concerns.
ABC Australia News | Jul 14, 2026, 6:14 PM
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As France and Spain gear up for their men's World Cup semi-final in Dallas on July 14, 2026, France emphasizes unity and resilience against racism, while Spain draws on historical strength.
ABC Australia News | Jul 14, 2026, 4:10 AM
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Paris celebrates as France secures a semifinal spot for the third consecutive World Cup after defeating Morocco.
France 24 English | Jul 10, 2026, 12:47 PM
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Kylian Mbappé scored and assisted, with Ousmane Dembélé also scoring, as France advances to face Spain or Belgium in the semifinals.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 10, 2026, 12:22 AM
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Mbappé’s penalty ties him with Lionel Messi for the tournament lead as France advances to the quarterfinals after a physical game in Philadelphia.
Fox News Latest | Jul 5, 2026, 3:23 AM
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Kylian Mbappe scores twice to equal Messi in the Golden Boot race as France advances to the round of 16 with a commanding win.
Al Jazeera | Jul 1, 2026, 1:49 AM
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Kylian Mbappé scored twice and Bradley Barcola added a goal as France dominated Sweden 3-0, with Michael Olise providing key assists to secure a last-16 spot.
Al Jazeera | Jun 30, 2026, 11:29 PM
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Kylian Mbappe scored twice as France maintained a perfect World Cup record, defeating Sweden 3-0 in the round of 32 and setting up a last-16 clash with Paraguay.
CNA Latest News | Jun 30, 2026, 11:24 PM
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Hungary announced the first-ever shutdown of its only nuclear power plant as prolonged drought and heatwaves cause historic low water levels in the Danube River, impacting reactor cooling and triggering an energy crisis.
France 24 English | Aug 2, 2026, 1:23 AM
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While wildfires in France show signs of containment, Greece faces intensifying blazes fueled by gale-force winds, prompting evacuations and emergency responses.
Al Jazeera | Aug 1, 2026, 9:50 PM
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Europe faces a severe wildfire season amid record heat and drought, with Australia providing firefighting support to Greece and France.
ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 10:29 AM
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Greek firefighters battle ongoing wildfires while France stabilizes a massive blaze near Bordeaux with international aid arriving.
CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 11:38 AM
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez condemns the surge of migrants from Morocco as a violation amid a tragic border crossing that left 19 dead.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 11:02 AM
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A new report links the major intensification of fire-prone weather in southern Europe to climate change, amid record wildfire seasons across the region.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 6:43 PM
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High winds continue to drive wildfires near Bordeaux in France and across Spain, leading to ongoing evacuations and warnings from government officials.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 26, 2026, 11:20 PM