Southwestern French port city and wine capital
France enters a plateau of extreme heat with daytime highs above 40C and nights not dropping below 20C. Drownings have risen as people swim in unsafe areas to escape the heat. Authorities have imposed alcohol bans at public events and closed schools to protect vulnerable populations.
A continent-wide heatwave has intensified, with France facing record highs and neighbouring countries enduring extreme temperatures. Authorities warn of health risks as schools adjust schedules and officials restrict activities to protect vulnerable populations.
Recent articles highlight shifts in food culture and markets. A chef turned entrepreneur has built a successful business based on family recipes and community. Meanwhile, a caviar brand aims to democratize luxury, and a golf champion hosts the most expensive Masters dinner ever. These stories reflect evolving consumer preferences and industry dynamics.
The Ambition cruise ship outbreak, linked to hantavirus, has led authorities to allow many passengers to disembark as investigations continue. Dutch authorities report norovirus as a confirmed illness onboard, while CDC monitors the situation amid questions about patient outcomes and travel guidance.
A UK/Ireland–based crowd aboard Ambassador Cruise Line's Ambition has been kept onboard Bordeaux after a GI illness outbreak. About 50 people have shown symptoms; a 92-year-old passenger has died, though officials say the death is not linked to the illness. Disembarkation is paused while samples are analysed and safety measures are stepped up, with refunds offered for affected guests.