France and Rwanda ties shift as memorials mark renewed cooperation; Gustave Eiffel’s tower still stands as iconic symbol of Paris.
France has entered a record early heatwave that is keeping daytime highs above 40°C and nights unusually warm. Météo‑France has placed 54 departments on red alert, schools and events have been disrupted, and officials have linked dozens of recent drownings and other heat-related deaths to the sweltering conditions. The episode is forecast to last into the week.
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.
Celine Dion will perform 10 concerts at Paris La Défense Arena from September to October 2026, marking her return to the stage after a health-related hiatus since 2022. The shows will feature her hits in English and French, following her recent appearance at the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony.
Developing coverage shows the White House hosts a Freedom 250 UFC event on the South Lawn to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. The project faces legal challenges and public concern over spending, symbolism, and the use of national monuments for private marketing.
The memorial, called L'Archive, has been unveiled on the Seine in Paris with two black brass steles honoring victims of the 1994 genocide. President Macron and President Kagame have praised the move as a milestone in acknowledging France’s past, while discussions on France’s responsibility continue.