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25 June 2026
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Football for friends: Winning ways World Cup supporters have gone viral – for the right reasons
25 June 2026
Food discoveries, tidy stadiums and bagpipes on the streets of Boston are only the beginning as football fans across the United States, Canada and Mexico have been leaving very distinctive signs of their presence...
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Cargo ship hit by projectile in Hormuz as Iran issues renewed passage warning
25 June 2026
The British military said a cargo ship on the new Omani UN-backed route sustained bridge damage from a projectile, hours after the IRGC warned that vessels without Iranian permission were transiting "illegally".
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French heatwave: three-year-old found dead in car
25 June 2026
The boy climbed into the unlocked car while out of his parents' sight; his mother was hospitalised in shock. Two other children died in Carpentras on Monday.
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Latest news bulletin | June 25th, 2026 – Evening
25 June 2026
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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European trade unions call for World Cup-style ‘cooling breaks’ for workers as temperatures soar
25 June 2026
The European Trade Union Confederation is pressing the European Commission to set a maximum working temperature law, warning that extreme heat now poses a predictable and preventable threat to workers across the continent.
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Heat stress threatens 130 million European workers, trade union body warns
25 June 2026
The European Trade Union Institute (ETUI) has presented a proposal for European legislation to protect workers' health during heatwaves.
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Parisians sleep in parks to cool down during heatwave
25 June 2026
Some Parisians are spending the night in city parks to escape sweltering apartments as an intense heatwave continues across France.
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NATO chief Rutte defends allies as Trump says he was 'let down' on Iran
25 June 2026
Rutte pushed back gently against Trump's latest NATO complaints, saying, “I know there have been isolated cases about which you are really disappointed, but generally speaking, your European allies have been there with you."
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France takes nuclear reactors offline amid record heatwave
25 June 2026
EDF cites environmental rules protecting river ecosystems as rising water temperatures force output cuts at sites on the Seine and Rhone.
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'I'm in great shape,' boxing legend Floyd Mayweather tells Euronews ahead of Athens fight
25 June 2026
Floyd "Money" Mayweather was set to face Greek fighter Mike Zambidis in Athens on Saturday 27 June but the bout was postponed for September.
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Social infrastructure during heatwave: 'Knock on the door makes the difference between life & death'
25 June 2026
François Picard is pleased to welcome Eric Klinenberg, Professor of Sociology at NYU and Author of "Heat Wave: A Social Autopsy of Disaster in Chicago". He challenges one of the dominant assumptions surrounding extreme heat: that technological adaptation alone can protect societies from climate change. Drawing on his landmark study of Chicago's deadly 1995 heatwave, he argues that mortality during extreme heat is shaped as much by the strength of social ties as by meteorological conditions.
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‘Like working in a kettle’: France’s overcrowded prisons swelter under historic heatwave
25 June 2026
The deadly heatwave sweeping France has once again exposed the structural problems of the country’s chronically overcrowded prisons, with groups of three or four detainees crammed into airless cells built to hold a lone prisoner. Analysts and prison staff alike have criticised a penal system that continues to see mass incarceration as the main means of cracking down on crime.
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Paris neighbourhoods: The dynamic 10th arrondissement
25 June 2026
In this edition of French Connections, Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot continue their tour of Paris with a stop in the 10th arrondissement of Paris. Located in the heart of the Right Bank, it’s one of the most vibrant parts of the capital. A lot of people enter Paris through the dixième, thanks to the city’s two biggest train stations, the Gare de Nord et Gare de l’Est. They, along with the much-loved Canal Saint Martin, have helped turn the 10th into a multicultural melting pot of restaurants, bars, theatres and other hidden gems that capture the essence of real Parisian life.
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#Kenya marks second anniversary of deadly 2024 #protests
25 June 2026
On June 25, 2024, Kenyan protesters stormed #parliament amid #youth protests against economic #hardship and #corruption. Since, an annual #march is organised on this day to remember those killed during demonstrations, as frustration with #president William #Ruto grows.
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French banquets: Fun party or culture war?
25 June 2026
With summer in full swing in France, we take a look at the French festive spirit and how traditional banquets are creating controversy, with reports of racist slurs and Nazi salutes at the events. We also discuss how other gatherings, like free parties and raves, are coming under scrutiny, amidst criticism that they are being instrumentalised politically. Finally, we go into other festivities and how France still excels at "faire la fête", or partying.
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World Cup 2026 knockout stage: Who's in, who's out?
25 June 2026
France 24's Selina Sykes takes a look at the teams already qualified for the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup and who still has it all to play for as the final round of group games continues.
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Venezuelans search rubble for quake survivors with thousands feared dead
25 June 2026
Venezuelans searched for survivors beneath collapsed buildings Thursday and rescue teams raced to the areas hardest hit by a pair of powerful earthquakes that rocked northern Venezuela, killing at least 164 people with many more feared dead.
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French co-op on a mission to prove organic farming can feed the world
25 June 2026
Many people assume that organic agriculture is expensive and hard to produce on a massive scale. But a group of 10 farmers in France's western Vendée region want to prove that chemical-free farming can feed a whole country. Their co-operative is 100 percent organic and local. Their vegetables are sold to schools, supermarkets and restaurants. The co-op's yields are on par with those of conventional farming. Our Down to Earth team reports.
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Thousands feared dead in Venezuela earthquakes
25 June 2026
Thousands of Venezuelans were feared dead on Thursday after two powerful earthquakes wreaked havoc in and around the capital Caracas, with the U.S. Geological Survey, using predictive modeling to estimate the death toll, said it could exceed 10,000. Daniela Blandon, a journalist in France 24’s newsroom in Bogota, has the latest.
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Pro-Russian accounts share fake proof that Ukraine is behind the burning of Kyiv cathedral
25 June 2026
Pro-Kremlin social media users are blaming Ukraine for a strike that led to a fire at the Dormition Cathedral in Kyiv, a UNESCO World Heritage site. However, the images they say constitute “proof” were actually AI-generated.
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Sotheby’s Lewis Collection Sale Powered a Record £393.4M Night in London
25 June 2026
The £296 million result made it the most valuable single-owner sale in London's auction history.
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Beyond the Cyclades Script: A Smarter Guide to Greece’s Ionian Islands
25 June 2026
The Ionian Islands are not built for effortless island-hopping, which is exactly why their Venetian towns, wild coves and myth-soaked harbors still feel like a proper discovery.
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From Denzel Washington to Zendaya: 4 Types of Hollywood Star Power Today
25 June 2026
From established icons to rising stars, there are four types of Hollywood actors that claim lasting star power today. Here's what industry data reveal.
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An Insider’s Guide to Santa Barbara, California’s American Riviera
25 June 2026
With its Mediterranean climate, renowned wine scene, and south-facing coastline, Santa Barbara remains one of California's most treasured destinations.
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Observer’s 2026 July Art Fair Calendar
25 June 2026
Here's (almost) everything happening on the art fair circuit this July.
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What Summer Davos Reveals About the West’s China Blind Spot
24 June 2026
London School of Economics’ Dr. Catherine Hua Xiang unpacks why Western companies continue to misread China despite decades of engagement. The real competitive advantage in China is deeper cultural intelligence—an insight that has become especially urgent as leaders gather in Dalian for Summer Davos.
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As Summer Davos Debates Innovation, Purpose Is the Bigger Story
24 June 2026
As leaders gather in Dalian for Summer Davos, Jennie McLaughlin and Sarah Rozenthuler explore why organizations are reaching for technology, planning and agility frameworks while overlooking a more fundamental requirement: purpose.
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Hannah Brown’s Favorite Summer Reads With Depth and Heart
24 June 2026
Her reading list leans into family secrets, second chances and the messy business of falling in love—the same themes you'll find in her bestselling fiction.
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Mark Zuckerberg’s A.I. Glasses Push Gets a Kardashian Makeover
24 June 2026
Meta’s new $299 glasses drop Ray-Ban branding and add Kylie Jenner, blending A.I. features with a stronger fashion identity.
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For Stephen Lichty, Sculpture Makes Visible What Matter Remembers
24 June 2026
The San Francisco-based artist approaches artmaking as an act of observation rather than authorship.
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25 June 2026
United Kingdom - Discover all the articles, videos and infographics in the United Kingdom section on Le Monde.fr.
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Europe moves toward a shared approach to Channel crossings
23 June 2026
As the Franco-British 'One in, one out' migration deal is set to expire in October, the European Commission has unveiled an action plan that France sees as recognition of Channel crossings as a European issue.
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Ten years after Brexit, UK and Europe struggle to revive relations
23 June 2026
On June 23, 2016, Britons voted to leave the European Union. When elected in 2024, Keir Starmer, who resigned as MP yesterday, vowed to strengthen ties with Brussels. Yet, after two years, efforts to rebuild the relationship have produced only limited results.
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'10th anniversary of Brexit referendum marks event long thought impossible in the UK: The rise of the far right'
23 June 2026
Widespread discontent over immigration policy, which fueled the 2016 vote to leave the European Union, is now driving a surge in nationalist identity and benefiting Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, notes Le Monde's Philippe Bernard in his column.
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Ten years after MP Jo Cox's assassination, 'lessons have not been learned' in the UK
23 June 2026
On June 16, 2016, Labour MP Jo Cox was killed by a neo-Nazi and white supremacist. Tributes to her memory have multiplied, especially from her younger sister, who took up her work and was elected in the same constituency.
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Ten years after Brexit, the City of London financial district is stronger than ever
23 June 2026
When the UK left the EU following the referendum on June 23, 2016, the City of London financial district had to relinquish some of its activities that were focused on the European market. But it has since bounced back, recording strong growth in insurance and fintech.
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After UK PM Keir Starmer's resignation, Andy Burnham could take over by mid-July
22 June 2026
Less than two years after his victory in the July 2024 elections, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday, June 22. Andy Burnham, elected MP for Makerfield on Friday, has emerged as the clear favorite to succeed him.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
22 June 2026
The British prime minister made the statement outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, saying he would remain in power until a successor was chosen.
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Ten years after Brexit, Britons want closer ties to the EU
22 June 2026
According to a survey by the European Council on Foreign Relations, British voters, disappointed by the 'negative impact' of leaving the EU, stand ready to accept the restoration of freedom of movement between the UK and Europe.
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UK's Starmer reportedly set to quit as Labour rival sworn in as MP
22 June 2026
After resisting calls for his resignation for months, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer could be stepping down as soon as Monday, according to UK media. If Starmer leaves office, Britain will get its seventh prime minister in a decade.
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David Hockney's funeral already held privately, says his publicist
20 June 2026
The funeral for the giant of British painting has already taken place, his publicist announced on Saturday. It was attended only by his partner and his great-nephew, according to Hockney's wishes.
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25 June 2026
Europe - Discover all the articles, videos and infographics in the Europe section on Le Monde.fr.
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EU says Amazon, Microsoft cloud services should face stricter rules
25 June 2026
The EU's move on Thursday targeting Amazon Web Services and Microsoft's Azure risks further irking Washington as the US administration under President Donald Trump has railed against the rules, claiming they are an unfair trade barrier.
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France intercepts suspected Russia-linked oil tanker off the coast of Sicily
25 June 2026
French maritime authorities said the vessel, the fifth alleged Russian vessel France has boarded, was flying a false flag. 'We will not allow the 'shadow fleet' to circumvent sanctions and finance Russia's war effort,' said Emmanuel Macron.
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EU-US trade deal to take effect before Trump's deadline
25 June 2026
Struck between the US president and EU chief Ursula von der Leyen in July 2025, the deal sets levies of 15% on most of EU exports to the United States and zero tariffs for US industrial goods coming into the 27-nation bloc.
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Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries are triggering shortages and rising discontent
25 June 2026
For the past three months, Kyiv's drones have targeted Russian refineries, ports, depots and pipelines, causing ripple effects throughout the Russian economy. Gasoline has become scarce at service stations.
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'The special tribunal on the aggression against Ukraine could be a major step toward protecting the legal architecture built after World War II'
25 June 2026
As Russia's invasion of Ukraine has reignited the issue of the crime of aggression, international justice remains hindered by political deadlock. Claus Kress, a professor of international law, analyzes the limitations of the special tribunal established one year ago and denounces the 'double standards' undermining the system's credibility, particularly by highlighting France's position.
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UK, Germany and France express concern over Chinese maneuvers near Taiwan
24 June 2026
After Chinese vessels were seen east of Taiwan, the European nations said the maneuvers 'threaten regional stability' and 'freedom of navigation.' Chinese state media said the action was 'a pointed warning' to Japan and the Philippines.
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Spanish PM Sanchez denies widespread graft after ex-top aide jailed
24 June 2026
Former transport minister José Luis Abalos, who served as Pedro Sanchez's top aide, was sentenced to 24 years in prison for corruption on Monday. Begoña Gomez, Sanchez's wife, was also ordered to stand trial for influence peddling.
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Heatwave-hit Europe must adapt health care, says WHO
24 June 2026
Temperatures climbed across Europe again as the record-breaking heatwave left tens of thousands of people without power on a continent ill-equipped to handle searing heat
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Heatwave in Europe: From Spain to Germany, an unprecedented 'red zone' sweeps across continent
24 June 2026
France's neighboring countries are also experiencing record-breaking heat. While some in the south are more accustomed to such weather, Europe remains overall insufficiently adapted to climate change, despite being highly exposed to its effects.
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French-German tank maker KNDS announces IPO launch within weeks
24 June 2026
Earlier this week, France and Germany struck a deal outlining the joint governance of the maker of Leopard and Leclerc tanks and other land systems, with both countries to hold equal stakes.
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