Normandy’s prefecture, site of memory and a wind-powered maritime future
Independent reports that SailLink launches a six‑day wind‑powered Channel crossing trial linking Shoreham and Fécamp, aiming to establish a regular service if the test succeeds; Brittany Ferries and Portsmouth Port test a shore‑power connection for hybrid LNG‑electric vessels to cut emissions, with a 12‑month deal to offset costs.
France has been eliminated from the World Cup after a 2-0 defeat to Spain in the semi-final in Dallas. Deschamps has spent 14 years in charge, winning the 2018 World Cup and reaching another final in 2022, but Spain’s victory ends France’s bid for a third consecutive final. Spain advance to the final, while Deschamps’ tenure faces a named successor discussion.