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Fontainebleau wildfire ravages 2,000 hectares, worst since 1863. A massive wildfire has scorched nearly 2,000 hectares in Fontainebleau forest, sparking a historic firefight as crews battle to contain the blaze.

France and England to clash for World Cup third place in Miami. France faces England on July 18 at Hard Rock Stadium for the 2026 World Cup third-place match, marking Didier Deschamps' final game and Mbappé's chase for top scorer.

Human bones found in Tarn linked to Cédric Jubillar case. Investigators have uncovered potential human remains at a Tarn site specified by Cédric Jubillar after his confession, fueling the missing person inquiry.

Macron visits Fontainebleau wildfire front amid ongoing battle. President Emmanuel Macron tours the Fontainebleau wildfire zone as firefighters press on to contain the damage after nearly 2,000 hectares were destroyed by the blaze.

Deschamps to coach France one last time before Zidane takeover. Didier Deschamps will lead France in the World Cup third-place match as preparations begin for Zinedine Zidane to assume head coach duties.

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