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Residents of French village say US Defense Secretary Hegseth not welcome for D-Day visit

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Saturday marked the 82nd anniversary of the World War II D-Day landings with a visit to Normandy, but did not attend the international ceremony hosted in Langrune-sur-Mer. Residents said his "warlike views" were unwelcome in their village and questioned his commitment to "democratic values".

France 24

Players to watch: France's Kylian Mbappé

Kylian Mbappé will feature for France at his third World Cup this summer, at the age of 27. In the final instalment of a five-part series on players to watch at the 2026 tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada, RFI looks at the World Cup career of a…

Radio France Internationale

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky to meet Starmer, Macron and Merz in No 10 today after Putin snubbed summit proposal

Keir Starmer will hold discussions on boosting support for Ukraine with France’s Macron and Germany’s Merz

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PM to host Zelensky and leaders of France and Germany for No 10 talks

The so-called E3 group of nations meeting the Ukrainian leader are some of Kyiv’s staunchest allies.

Evening Standard

When Mbappe‘s France Could Face Ronaldo’s Portugal in 2026 World Cup

France vs. Portugal would be a blockbuster clash deep into the 2026 World Cup.

Sports Illustrated

The 10 Best Defenders at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

Some truly phenomenal defenders are on hand to outclass the World Cup’s sharpest forwards.

Sports Illustrated

Zelenskiy heads to UK for talks with France, Germany

The three leaders of the so-called E3 group of countries are scheduled to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in London.

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'I would have liked them to be there' – Paul Seixas disappointed by absence of Pogačar and Vingegaard at Dauphiné, his Tour de France 'rehearsal'

'This week will be a similar experience, with all the media attention, managing things with the team... that's really what interests me here' says 19-year-old Frenchman

Cycling News

The 15 Most Expensive Players at the 2026 World Cup—Ranked

The likes of England, France, Spain and, surprisingly enough, Türkiye, dominate the list of elite assets at this summer’s tournament.

Sports Illustrated

D-Day 82nd anniversary honoured in France

World leaders and the last remaining veterans gathered in Normandy on Saturday to mark the 82nd anniversary of the D-Day landings. Commemorations in Langrune-sur-Mer and Colleville-sur-Mer paid tribute to the 160,000 Allied troops who launched the liberation of Europe in 1944.

Euronews

On This Day in History, June 7: Mahatma Gandhi train incident, Vatican City's creation, Battle of Midway, Harry Potter's stage debut, Boeing 777's intro and many more events

On This Day in History, June 7, the world witnessed several landmark events that shaped politics, warfare, sports and social change. The date is associated with Mahatma Gandhi's defining train incident in South Africa, the founding of the Basketball Association of America, which later became the NBA, the Battle of…

The Economic Times

FIFA 2026: From Maradona to Messi, every World Cup finds a hero. Who’s next?

The upcoming World Cup promises new stars. While legends like Messi and Ronaldo have had their moments, the focus now shifts to emerging talents. Spain's Lamine Yamal is a strong contender. France's Kylian Mbappe also looks set to shine. The tournament may reveal unexpected heroes, challenging established expectations.

The Economic Times

'I feel I wouldn't be ready' – Tadej Pogačar likely to be without João Almeida as super domestique for upcoming Tour de France despite recent recovery

Portuguese rider essentially rules himself out in interview with home media

Cycling News

Andreeva wins first Grand Slam title at French Open

PARIS (FRANCE) - Mirra Andreeva won her first Grand Slam title on Saturday by downing Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska in straight sets in the French Open final.

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The Independent UK

Hegseth invokes immigration and ‘invasion’ in D-Day speech in France

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has uses a D-Day anniversary speech in France to link immigration by sea to wartime liberation

TechRadar

How to watch USA vs Germany: Free Streams & TV Guide for World Cup 2026 warm-up

All the ways to watch USA vs Germany live streams online and from anywhere as both sides' 2026 World Cup preparations come to an end.

France 24

Hegseth blasts ‘invasion’ of migrants on Europe’s beaches in D-Day speech in France

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth on Saturday marked the 82nd anniversary of the World War II D-Day landings in France with a speech that bemoaned the "invasion" of "boats and men" on Europe's beaches. In his address at a US military cemetery in Normandy, Hegseth called on allies to contribute more…

Radio France Internationale

Bernadette Chirac, France’s formidable former first lady, dies aged 93

Bernadette Chirac, the formidable former first lady of France who spent 12 years at the Élysée Palace beside President Jacques Chirac while forging her own political identity and transforming a children’s hospital charity into a national institution, has died aged 93.

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Evening Standard

Remembrance should be active in our lives – Montgomery’s grandson at D-Day event

Veterans made the journey to France and attended the annual Ceremony of Remembrance at the British Normandy Memorial.

The Economic Times

FIFA World Cup 2026: Format, groups, full schedule, India match timings, where to watch, and everything you need to know

FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule: The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest ever with 48 teams. Hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the tournament runs from June 11 to July 19. A new format includes 12 groups and a Round of 32 knockout stage. Indian fans…

The Guardian - UK

The Africa exception: the slavery reparations debate was once ‘unthinkable’. Now it is unavoidable

The architect of the African Union’s reparations framework for the historic UN resolution explains why demands for historical justice are inseparable from the struggle for Black sovereignty

The Independent UK

Bernadette Chirac, formidable former first lady of France, dies at 93

Bernadette Chirac, the steel-willed former first lady of France, has died

Cycling News

UCI reveals 2027 WorldTour racing calendars with 'Super' World Championships in France forcing changes

La Vuelta Femenina to be raced at end of the season instead of May, with men's Vuelta to be run entirely in September

Cycling News

Who will join Paul Seixas at the Tour de France, and is there room for Olav Kooij? A closer look at the riders in line for selection at Decathlon CMA CGM

From rouleurs to mountain domestiques, which seven riders could join the super talent at July 4 Grand Départ in Barcelona?

Evening Standard

Commemorations to mark 82nd anniversary of D-Day in Normandy begin

Nearly 160,000 Allied troops landed on June 6 1944 to fight Nazi-occupied France.

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