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French 2027 Election Sees Extremes Rise and Left Unite. Marine Le Pen leads amid growing extremes while Jean-Luc Mélenchon and Raphaël Glucksmann form strategic left alliances to counter polarization.

Red Heat Alerts Triggered in Sarthe and Allier as 40°C Hits. Authorities activate extensive protective measures in Sarthe and Allier to shield vulnerable populations from the July 2026 heatwave.

Budget Cuts Hit French Public Services and Arts Hard. Deep funding reductions spark urgent calls for structural reform to support public services and independent arts in France.

Mariano Rajoy's Racist Remarks Ignite World Cup France-Spain Tension. Former Spanish PM's comments about the French team stir backlash ahead of the crucial World Cup semi-final match.

Rajoy's Racist Comments on French World Cup Team Cause Outrage. Mariano Rajoy claims the French team lacks true French players, fueling controversy during 2026 tournament buildup.