10.08.2026 22:30

Investigation opened in Caen after video of suspected racist attack

Caen - 10 August 2026: Following the circulation of a video said to show a suspected racially motivated attack on two young women, an investigation has been opened in Caen. Franceinfo reported this on Monday evening. One of the two victims is said to have filmed the incident and subsequently posted the recording on social media. According to the broadcaster, the video was viewed more than two million times there.The broad reach has made the case known beyond Normandy. At the same time, the publicly available factual information remains limited so far. It has not yet been definitively established where and when exactly the recording was made, what preceded the filmed confrontation, or how many people were involved. There was also initially no reliable information about possible injuries to the two women or the identity of the suspected attackers.Investigating authorities must now reconstruct the sequence of events and verify the authenticity and context of the footage. Statements by the victims and possible witnesses will be important in this process. Additional recordings from the surrounding area, digital traces and previously published posts may also be relevant. The report initially did not indicate whether a complaint had been filed, which authority is handling the case, or which criminal offences are being examined.The suspicion of a racist motive requires particular care. Public outrage and comments beneath the video are not sufficient for its legal assessment. What matters are verifiable statements and actions, their...

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July 2026 Was Hottest Month in the Contiguous United States

Washington - 10 August 2026: The 48 contiguous U.S. states experienced their hottest month since nationwide records began in 1895 in July 2026. According to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the average temperature was 24.94 degrees Celsius. This surpassed the previous record from July 1936, an especially hot period during the Dust Bowl, by around 0.07 degrees.The figures explicitly refer to the contiguous states; Alaska and Hawaii are not included. While Alaska was unusually cool in July, temperatures across large parts of the rest of the country were above the long-term average. The heat was particularly pronounced in the mountainous West, the...

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Teenager dies after stabbing during altercation in Montpellier

Montpellier - 10/08/2026: A teenager was killed during an altercation between two groups of young people in Montpellier. According to the information known so far, he suffered multiple stab wounds. The incident took place during the night from Sunday, 9 August, to Monday, 10 August. Help came too late for the teenager.Details about the crime scene, the identity and the age of the victim were not initially released. It also remains unclear why the two groups encountered each other and how the confrontation escalated. The state of the investigation known so far therefore does not allow reliable conclusions to be drawn either about a motive...

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80,000 places for Pope Leo XIV at the Stade de France reserved within an hour

Saint-Denis - 10.08.2026: In less than an hour, registration for Pope Leo XIV's meeting with young people at the Stade de France reached capacity. According to a report by Franceinfo, 80,000 places were reserved for the event on Friday, September 25, 2026. Participation is free of charge but requires prior registration.The prayer vigil at the national stadium in Saint-Denis is aimed at people aged between 17 and 35. It is part of the Pope's visit to France, listed by the Holy See in its official calendar from September 25 to 28, 2026. The French Bishops' Conference had already announced the gathering at the end of June as one of the key dates of the trip.The information portal for the papal visit announced on Monday that registration for public celebrations in Paris and Metz had opened at noon. Due to the expected number of visitors, regulated entry procedures apply to the Paris events. The 80,000 registrations for the Stade de France are therefore free reservations rather than sales of regular admission...

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Powerful Earthquake Shakes Western Colombia: At Least 111 Dead

San José del Palmar - 10.08.2026: A powerful magnitude 7.4 earthquake shook western Colombia on Monday morning, killing at least 111 people according to the latest reports. According to the Colombian Geological Service, the epicenter was near San José del Palmar in the Department of Chocó. The tremors were felt far beyond the mountainous region, including in Ecuador and Panama.Pereira and the surrounding Department of Risaralda were particularly hard hit. Local authorities reported at least 40 deaths there. At least 27 fatalities were recorded in the Department of Valle del Cauca, which is also home to the city of Cali, with a population of more than one million. Authorities also reported further deaths in Chocó, Caldas and Antioquia. The death toll may still change as rescue teams search numerous damaged buildings.In Cali, initial reports said parts of homes and commercial buildings collapsed, facades came loose, and streets were blocked by debris. Authorities also reported severe damage in Pereira, Manizales, Armenia, Buenaventura and Quibdó. Airports in several cities were temporarily closed...

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Pope Leo XIV in Lourdes: Survivors of Sexual Violence Expect Concrete Steps

Lourdes - 10 August 2026: The announced visit by Pope Leo XIV to Lourdes at the end of September is accompanied by expectations that go beyond the usual course of a pilgrimage. According to a report by Franceinfo, the Pope is expected to meet people who have experienced sexual violence in the Catholic Church. After years of efforts to address the issue, many survivors are demanding that Church commitments be followed by verifiable steps.The visit to France is scheduled for 25 to 28 September 2026. The published programme of the French Bishops' Conference provides for a Mass on Sunday, 27 September, on the esplanade in...

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Child seriously burned by squishy toy: Investigation underway in Saint-Omer

Saint-Omer - 10 August 2026: Following the severe burns suffered by a child in northern France, the Saint-Omer public prosecutor's office has launched an investigation. The child was injured on the face and chest; a so-called squishy toy is linked to the incident. The investigation was opened on Sunday, 9 August. Authorities initially provided no further information about the child's age, identity or current state of health.Squishies are soft, usually brightly colored toys that can be squeezed and kneaded before slowly returning to their original shape. They are often sold as sensory or anti-stress toys and, with their animal, food or fantasy shapes, are frequently...

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Ten Years After the Fire: Lucas Canuel Remains Committed to His Career Goal

Roquessels - 10 August 2026: Ten years after the devastating wildfire near Gabian and Roquessels in the Hérault department, Lucas Canuel remains committed to his career goal. The former volunteer firefighter, who suffered life-threatening burns during the operation, still wants to become a professional firefighter. On the anniversary, his story also serves as a reminder of the risks of emergency response work and the difficult professional future facing seriously injured rescue workers.On 10 August 2016, Canuel and three colleagues were dispatched to a vegetation fire north of Béziers. Between Roquessels and Gabian, the unit was surrounded by flames. The then 23-year-old suffered severe burns and...

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Prayer Night with Pope Leo XIV at the Stade de France Sells Out Quickly

Saint-Denis - 10.08.2026: Places for the prayer night with Pope Leo XIV at the Stade de France were taken within an hour on Monday. According to Franceinfo, strong demand began immediately after registration opened. The event on Friday, September 25, 2026, is intended, in line with the guidelines of the Catholic Church in France, for young adults aged 17 to 35.The prayer night is one of the largest events during the Pope's visit to France from September 25 to 28. Before travelling to Saint-Denis, Leo XIV is expected to take part in Vespers at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. Groups from dioceses across the country are...

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At least 79 dead after powerful earthquake in western Colombia

San Jose del Palmar - 10 August 2026: A powerful earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday. According to local authorities, at least 79 people were killed and many others were injured. Rescue workers searched for people trapped under rubble in several regions. The tremors were also clearly felt in the capital, Bogota, around 400 kilometres away, triggering evacuations there.According to the Colombian Geological Service, the earthquake reached a magnitude of 7.4. Its epicentre was near San Jose del Palmar in the department of Choco. Although the quake occurred at great depth, it was felt across large parts of Colombia as well as in Ecuador and Panama. Only limited damage was initially reported from the two neighbouring countries.The departments of Risaralda and Valle del Cauca were particularly hard hit. In Risaralda alone, which includes the city of Pereira, authorities confirmed at least 40 fatalities. In Valle del Cauca, home to the city of Cali with its population of more than one million, at least 27 deaths were recorded, including three children...

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16-Year-Old Dies After Stabbing in Montpellier

Montpellier - 10 August 2026: A 16-year-old teenager died in Montpellier during the night of 10 August following a stabbing. According to information released so far, he was injured during an altercation among teenagers. The exact circumstances of the incident, the location within the city and the number of people directly involved were not initially known.The teenager succumbed to his injuries despite medical assistance. No reliable public information has yet been released about the possible trigger for the dispute or the sequence of violence. It also remains unclear whether those involved knew one another and whether other people were injured in the altercation. Such questions...

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Water restrictions apply in nearly 70 percent of France

Paris - 10.08.2026: Nearly 70 percent of French territory is now subject to restrictions on water consumption, according to the government. Due to the ongoing drought, the executive plans to convene the bodies responsible for water management on Wednesday, August 12. Discussions will cover the state of resources, the consequences for agriculture, drinking water supply and the economy, as well as coordination between the state and local authorities.The figure points to an exceptionally widespread strain, even though the specific rules vary from one department to another, and in some cases even from one municipality to another. Depending on the hydrological situation, prefects can restrict irrigation,...

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Léon Marchand begins European Swimming Championships with reduced program after injury

Saint-Denis - 10.08.2026: Two years after his four Olympic victories in Paris, Léon Marchand is returning to the international stage in the French capital region. At the European Championships at the Centre Aquatique Olympique in Saint-Denis, however, his program will be considerably smaller than initially hoped. Following a muscle injury to his right adductor, the 24-year-old will compete only in the 200-meter butterfly and the 400-meter freestyle.The pool events began on August 10 and will continue until August 16. For Marchand, it is his first appearance at a long-course European Championship; he had skipped the 2022 and 2024 editions. Accordingly, there is considerable public interest in his return. In France, the swimmer from Toulouse became one of the country's best-known athletes through his performances at the 2024 Olympic Games.The injury became apparent at the end of June during the French Championships in Saint-Étienne. Marchand initially withdrew from the 200-meter breaststroke final and subsequently cancelled his remaining starts. At the time, the French Swimming Federation announced further examinations and treatment at the national high-performance center INSEP in Paris. The now limited European Championship program is intended to reduce the workload and limit the risk of a relapse.His withdrawal from the 200-meter and 400-meter individual medley is particularly significant. Marchand holds the world record in both events, which are among the disciplines in which his versatility is most evident. He will also not compete in the 200-meter breaststroke, one of his four...

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The Art of Seaplane Flying Lives On at Lac de Biscarrosse

Biscarrosse - 10 August 2026: When a seaplane accelerates on Lac de Biscarrosse, technology and landscape come together in a rare way. The hull leaves a trail through the water before the aircraft lifts off from the surface. A recent report by Franceinfo introduces pilots who take off here for the joy of flying and being on the water - thereby continuing a special tradition.Lake Biscarrosse and Parentis, with around 3,500 hectares of freshwater, is one of France's major inland bodies of water. Its broad expanse of water made it of interest to aviation at an early stage. Where no long runway was available, the...

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Tour de France Femmes: Vollering’s victory crowns an established but fragile race

Nice - 10 August 2026: Demi Vollering's triumph on Sunday in Nice was more than the expected victory of a favorite. The Dutch rider from FDJ United-Suez won the fifth edition of the Tour de France Femmes, relaunched in 2022, in 28:10:18 hours. Katarzyna Niewiadoma-Phinney followed eight seconds behind, while Marlen Reusser finished third, 1:12 minutes back. Vollering also won the ninth and final stage, covering 99.2 kilometers around Nice.The narrow final standings reflect a tightly contested race: after nine race days, just eight seconds separated Vollering and Niewiadoma-Phinney. The route ran from Lausanne through Switzerland and France to the Cote d'Azur from 1 to...

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Up to 500,000 faithful expected for papal Mass in Paris

Paris - 10 August 2026: Up to 500,000 faithful are expected for the major open-air Mass of Pope Leo XIV in Paris. Since Monday, August 10, 2026, interested people have been able to register for the celebration at Place de la Concorde and along the Champs-Elysees. The service is scheduled for the afternoon of September 26.The Mass is part of the Pope's apostolic visit to France from September 25 to 28, 2026. The Holy See confirmed the trip following invitations from the French head of state, the country's church authorities and UNESCO. Leo XIV is also expected to visit the headquarters of the UN cultural organization in Paris during his stay.The program in the capital begins on Friday, September 25, with a meeting with young people at the Stade de France. The following day, the Pope is to celebrate Mass in the area between Place de la Concorde and the Champs-Elysees. The central location offers space for an exceptionally large gathering, but also presents organizers with considerable logistical challenges. Access...

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Thousands Wait in Funchal for a Wedding Without Ronaldo

Funchal - 10/08/2026: Thousands of people gathered on Saturday, August 8, 2026, outside Funchal Cathedral on Madeira. They were expecting the wedding of Portuguese football star Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez. The reason was a report by the British tabloid The Sun. A wedding did indeed take place in the church - but the bride and groom had no known connection to Ronaldo.The crowd formed around the Cathedral of Nossa Senhora da Assuncao in the historic center of the island capital. Funchal is Ronaldo's birthplace; at 41, he remains Madeira's most prominent public figure. Local pride, his international fame and the prospect of a church ceremony are likely to have contributed to many residents and visitors believing the announcement.The speculation also seemed plausible because Ronaldo and Rodriguez have regularly been the subject of reports about the location and timing of a possible celebration since their engagement in August 2025. In recent months, media outlets repeatedly named Madeira, and Funchal Cathedral in particular, as a possible venue. However, there was no...

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Santé publique France examines health consequences of heatwaves

Paris - 10.08.2026: Following the exceptionally hot weeks of this summer, Santé publique France wants to gain a more precise understanding of how heatwaves affect people's daily lives and health. A newly launched survey is intended to document not only physical complaints but also consequences for mental well-being and personal well-being. The public health agency aims to use the findings to improve health protection and provide more targeted prevention advice.The background is preliminary mortality data for the heatwave from 17 June to 2 July 2026. During this period, Santé publique France recorded at least 5,764 more deaths nationwide than would statistically have been expected. In...

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Drought in the Creuse: More Than 90 Percent of Small Streams Have Dried Up

Guéret - 10.08.2026: In the Creuse, the drought has reached an exceptional scale. According to Franceinfo, more than 90 percent of small watercourses no longer carry water. Streams and tributaries are losing their flow in many places or have already dried up completely. This central French département is therefore among the hardest-hit areas in the country. Pressure is mounting on agricultural operations, aquatic ecosystems and efforts to secure the water supply.As of 1 August, the national ONDE monitoring network recorded 1,373 small watercourses in France with interrupted flow or complete drying. At the end of July, 43 percent of monitored sections were affected. According to...

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17-Year-Old Dies in Toulouse After Refusing Police Stop

Toulouse - 10.08.2026: Following the death of a 17-year-old in connection with a refused police stop, the Toulouse public prosecutor's office has opened two separate investigations. One investigation is intended to determine the cause of death. The second proceeding concerns suspicions of an aggravated violation of a police order to stop, endangering others and intentional violence against public officials. How the teenager died and how the operation unfolded was not initially known with certainty.The two investigations concern different legal questions, even if they may relate to the same incident. The investigation into the cause of death is initially aimed at reconstructing a reliable sequence of...

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Guillaume Pley rejects allegations against him and his media project “Legend”

Paris - 10 August 2026: Host and media entrepreneur Guillaume Pley is under pressure following an investigation published by Les Inrockuptibles magazine on 5 August. It raises allegations concerning his past conduct toward young women, including minors, as well as working conditions and racist remarks within the environment of his media project "Legend". The allegations have not been established in court.Franceinfo summarized the main points of the investigation on Monday. Several people reportedly described conduct they considered inappropriate or intrusive. Other statements concern the internal corporate culture at "Legend". The high-reach online format produces in-depth video interviews and podcasts; Pley is the company's founder and...

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Copper thefts in Eure: 35 households without internet for weeks

Le Vieil-Évreux - 10 August 2026: Since the end of June, several hundred metres of copper cable have been stolen in Le Vieil-Évreux, in the Eure department. As a result of the repeated thefts, 35 households have had neither internet nor landline telephone service for weeks, Franceinfo reports. A local transport company has also been significantly affected because vital communication links are down.The affected lines belong to the legacy copper network, which is still used to provide telephone and internet connections. The repeated incidents complicate repairs: removed cables must be replaced, damaged sections inspected and connections subsequently restored. For residents, the outage has therefore long since become more than a short-term technical disruption. Those who depend on a landline connection or work from home have been unable to use essential services as usual for weeks.For the transport company, the interruptions have immediate operational consequences. Telephone and internet services are needed for customer contact, order processing and the coordination of journeys in daily business. The damage is therefore not limited to...

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Senate Candidate Aminata Pouye Files Complaint Over Alleged Racist Attack

Talence - 10 August 2026: Aminata Pouye, an opposition politician on Talence's municipal council and lead candidate of the "La Gauche au Sénat" list for the Senate election in Gironde, has filed a criminal complaint following an alleged racist attack. According to her campaign team, she was insulted and attacked while leaving a tram in Talence near Bordeaux during the night of 8 to 9 August.The campaign team described the incident as a racially motivated attack on a Black woman. This assessment is based on the account of the insults directed at Pouye. However, a criminal-law classification has yet to be made. Following the complaint,...

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France braces for a new heatwave starting August 11

Paris - 10.08.2026: France is preparing for another period of intense heat, which according to franceinfo is expected to begin on Tuesday, August 11. Residents and holidaymakers are already adjusting their daily routines: they are moving errands and leisure activities to the early morning hours, seeking shade and staying as much as possible in buildings whose interiors heat up less.An obvious way to cool down is to swim in the morning, when beaches and shorelines have not yet been heated as intensely by the sun. However, local safety rules continue to apply at lakes, rivers and along the coast. Crowds can grow considerably, especially at...

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