Caitlin Clark role under scrutiny as USA targets World Cup
Caitlin Clark’s role looms large as Team USA enters the World Cup knockout stage after mixed group-stage showings, with France and Belgium among top threats.
EU halts Kaja Kallas defense panel after major capitals object
The EU paused the Kaja Kallas defense panel hours before its debut after objections reportedly from Germany, France and Italy, amid concerns over overlap with existing efforts.
Iran death penalty condemned by 30+ countries, EU envoy
More than 30 countries and the EU’s top diplomat condemned Iran’s use of the death penalty, alleging Tehran is executing protesters to silence dissent.
World War II shells uncovered after wildfire in France
World War II shells surfaced in Le Porge near Bordeaux after a major wildfire. Authorities recovered around 400 munitions as residents returned home.
France wildfire evacuation ends as new blazes spark elsewhere
France’s Gironde region allowed 198,000 residents to return after a vast blaze was contained, but new fires in Var and Greece forced fresh evacuations.
Vix Treasure gold torque stolen from Burgundy museum
Thieves posing as visitors stole the Vix Treasure gold torque from a Burgundy museum in broad daylight, triggering an organized-crime investigation and security questions.
More than 300,000 flee wildfires in France and Spain
Wildfires in France and Spain have forced more than 300,000 people to evacuate as heat and winds persist. Bordeaux faces advancing flames while weather aids crews near Madrid.
French museum’s ‘Wanted’ drive seeks looted artworks
The Musée des Beaux-Arts d’Orléans has launched a ‘Wanted’ campaign to find looted artworks, including a Chardin portrait, missing since World War II.