Béthune faces thick cloud cover and steady southwesterly winds, with temperatures ranging from 14 to 18°C. The unsettled weather is expected to continue into the night, offering residents little respite.
After seven years, Beck returns with Ride Lonesome, recorded in Paris. The album revives his melancholic sound and examines how the nineties music scene treated vulnerability. Beck reflects on his career and changing attitudes.
Between 21 and 27 September, France is set for a stretch of summer-like heat, with temperatures forecast to reach up to 10°C above the seasonal average. Meteorologists say the unusual warmth, driven by air masses from Morocco, could break late-September records.
La bola negra, directed by Javier Ambrossi and Javier Calvo, will represent Spain in the race for Best International Feature at the Oscars. The film, already a Cannes winner, weaves together three eras of Spanish history through the legacy of Lorca and generational silence.
Noisiel faces a day of shifting skies and brisk winds on September 16. Temperatures will rise from a humid morning to a breezy afternoon, as cloud cover and wind strength change rapidly.
Ursula von der Leyen prepares for a basic address as the EU faces hybrid attacks and migration tensions amid shifting alliances. The presence of Canada’s prime minister signals a recalibration of global partnerships.
Patricio Guzmán, the acclaimed Chilean director, has died at 85. His documentary trilogy La Batalla de Chile remains a defining work on Chile’s turbulent history. Guzmán’s films shaped the country’s memory and global perception.
Patricio Guzmán, the acclaimed Chilean documentarian behind La batalla de Chile, has died in Paris at 85. His films chronicled the fall of Allende and Pinochet’s rise, prompting tributes from Chile’s political and cultural leaders.
A Swedish-Norwegian consortium is seeking to buy 100% of Acciona Energía, potentially taking the Spanish renewables company off the stock market. Competing offers from France and Canada are adding pressure to the talks.
Train service in the basic and northern Netherlands was brought to a halt after metal pipes were deliberately placed on the tracks. The incident forced emergency stops and widespread closures during rush hour. Police are investigating what they call an unprecedented act.
A caretaker’s house in Marseille has been transformed into Villa Rossignols, preserving century-old pines and Provençal stone. The renovation connects the architecture with its Mediterranean setting and the family’s heritage.
Emmanuel Macron will visit Spain on 29 and 30 September for a state visit, meeting with Spanish leaders and attending a royal gala. The trip comes after years of planning and signals renewed focus on Franco-Spanish relations.
When a deadly earthquake struck Morocco, King Mohamed VI was in Paris. His luxury homes in France have become a focus of public debate over his leadership and ties to Europe.
A new study lays bare the housing pressures facing millions across Europe. In cities such as Madrid and Paris, average earners can no longer afford even a small apartment. Rising prices and wages that have failed to keep pace are putting homeownership, and even renting, out of reach for nearly half of the urban population.
Since 2013, Valencia has been owed €1.17 billion for healthcare provided to non-residents. An audit finds outdated billing and unpaid claims, while the system fails to cover the region’s costs.
A vineyard near Bordeaux is looking for a cook to join the grape harvest, offering paid work and free accommodation. The job is open to anyone with a passion for cooking, and the estate also welcomes grape pickers and wine enthusiasts.
Frontex has deployed Spanish patrol vessels Duque de Ahumada and Río Segura to the English Channel for a rescue operation. Their remit is to save lives, with no boat interceptions, as Europe faces mounting pressure over migrant crossings.
Reports put this season’s green turtle hatchlings on Tetiaroa at more than 54,000, but systematic monitoring counted 15,614 in 2024-2025. Intensive monitoring and targeted protection have helped make the atoll a refuge for a species under global threat.
Morocco has secured unprecedented support from the US and Israel, reshaping the Western Sahara dispute. Spain faces renewed pressure over Ceuta and Melilla as Rabat asserts itself on the international stage.
Pierre Gasly took a surprise pole at Monza with a clean lap for Alpine, edging out Russell and Piastri in a tense qualifying session. Alpine has a rare success to celebrate.
Luis Enrique has reshuffled PSG’s lineup for the Monaco match, leaving Ferran and Dembélé out of the starting eleven. After two draws, the coach is still seeking his first league win.
A major European study finds that retirement initially lowers frailty risk for older adults, but after 4.4 years, that trend reverses. The results challenge assumptions about the long-term health benefits of leaving work and point to a need for targeted prevention.
Soria’s tourism offices handled over 55,000 queries in August, up 25% from the previous year. The total solar eclipse and a shift toward rural destinations fueled the surge, with Madrid and France leading the influx.
Spanish police have detained Germany’s top drug trafficking suspect in Málaga. He evaded capture for five years with false identities and advanced cybersecurity tactics and now awaits extradition to Germany.
The Airbus A350-1000ULR has completed a 24-hour, 24-minute test flight from Melbourne to Toulouse, covering 12,460 nautical miles. Qantas aims to launch direct Sydney-London flights in October 2027, opening a new chapter for ultra-long-haul travel.
Spain and five European countries have approved the official list of 21 names for major storms and danas in 2026-2027. The naming system aims to improve public alerts and cross-border coordination.
A power drop at La Sagrera station stopped high-speed trains between Barcelona and Girona. Two trains were affected, and passengers were evacuated. Authorities activated emergency protocols and suspended service.
The French department of Pirineos Orientales will not change its name. A public consultation rejected the Catalanist proposal, with only 10% turnout. The result highlights local divisions and the limited impact of independence movements.
Barcelona will face PSG in the Champions League group stage. The draw spared the Spanish club the toughest possible scenario, with the other group opponents considered less challenging.
PSG will start Maghnes Akliouche, Ferran Torres and Désiré Doué in attack against Lille. Ousmane Dembélé is being rested, while several basic players are missing. The lineup reflects major changes for the second Ligue 1 matchday.
Lille and PSG open the Ligue 1 weekend after headline-making transfers and the Champions League draw. Both clubs enter the match with questions about their squads and European prospects. The fixture sets the tone for the season.
In July 2025, a French farmer in Gigny-Bussy opened his fields to the public, offering 500 tons of unsold potatoes for free. The gesture drew crowds and led some visitors to resell 20-kilo sacks for 15 euros, highlighting the challenges of agricultural surplus.
Talks are underway to change the long-abandoned Mirapolis park outside Paris into a Dragon Ball-themed attraction. No deal has been signed, but the project could bring new life to the site that once aimed to rival Disneyland. Questions remain about funding and local effects, including the future of current residents.
A powerful hailstorm halted the third stage of La Vuelta 2026 in France. The route became impassable, forcing organizers to cancel the finish. Pogacar remains overall leader as teams head to Andorra.
A violent hailstorm in Font-Romeu stopped LaVuelta with 15 km remaining. Cyclists abandoned their bikes and sought shelter. Officials neutralized the stage and cancelled the podium ceremony over safety concerns.
