A city in the French Riviera, capital of Alpes-M-Maritimes.
Foundayo, the oral GLP-1 weight-loss pill by Eli Lilly, has been authorised by the MHRA for weight management and type 2 diabetes. It will be available privately; NHS adoption depends on NICE evaluation. Several UK outlets report on uptake, pricing, side effects and competing pills, including Wegovy and Wegovy HD.
Demi Vollering has established herself as the favourite for the Tour de France Femmes 2026, with mounting momentum from recent Giro d’Italia success. The peloton is bracing for Mont Ventoux on stage seven, a decisive queen stage that will test the contenders’ all‑round ability and team tactics ahead of the finish in Nice.
Daisy Vollering has claimed victory on stage 9 and extended her overall lead at the Tour de France Femmes, joining Annemiek van Vleuten as the second rider to win multiple titles in the event’s modern era. Niewiadoma-Phinney and Longo Borghini complete the podium as the race heads into its final stages.
Athletes and patients have urged Downing Street to appoint a national brain cancer lead and boost research funding. The Rare Cancers Bill is seen as a step forward but not enough, with calls for faster action in light of Commonwealth Games coverage and ongoing treatment campaigns.
A Nice criminal court has found two men guilty of violence and incitement to hatred in relation to a livestreamed abuse of Raphael Graven (Jean Pormanove). Sentences are suspended, fines issued, and social-media bans imposed; the case follows scrutiny of Kick over regulation and moderation.
Kasia Niewiadoma-Phinney has strengthened her lead in the Tour de France Femmes after a dramatic stage on Mont Ventoux, with Lisa Klein and Elisa Longo Borghini chasing. Remains a tight GC race with two stages left; Ferrand-Prévot has withdrawn due to illness.
Le Court-Pienaar conquers stage victory after a late surge, while Reusser extends her overall lead. Pauline Ferrand-Prévot withdraws from the race due to illness, prompting a reshuffle in the standings and a tighter battle for the title.
Dutch rider Demi Vollering has seized the yellow jersey on the Tour de France Femmes stage to Mont Ventoux, stretching her overall lead. Katarzyna Niewiadoma-Phinney and Elisa Longo Borghini chased, but Vollering pulled clear on the final climb and finished first, with Longo Borghini second and Niewiadoma-Phinney third. Defending champion Pauline Ferrand-Prevot has withdrawn due to illness.
Demi Vollering has claimed the Tour de France Femmes title after an aggressive final stage, finishing ahead of Kasia Niewiadoma. The race, praised for its unpredictable, Classics-style parcours, has solidified its status as the premier event in women’s cycling. Niewiadoma’s late drama and a heated finish with Célia Gery are acknowledged, with the podium completed by Elisa Longo Borghini and strong showings from rising riders.
Multiple beluga whales from Marineland have been relocated to five marine parks, including Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium, under a government-approved rescue plan. The latest update confirms continued transfers, while concerns over animal welfare and sanctuary availability persist.
Nice has approved a weekly insulin to reduce injections from 365 to 52, but MHRA approval is pending. The treatment—Onswik, by Eli Lilly—could improve daily life for patients who rely on carers or face dexterity challenges. NHS readiness hinges on regulatory licensing and clear rollout guidelines.
American and United announce a wave of new international routes, leveraging the Airbus A321XLR to open long-haul, high-yield destinations. United aims to bolster JFK access; American revives Reykjavik and adds Melbourne? actually not. The coverage notes CEO quotes and potential mergers remain speculative.
A consortium of studies led by the University of East Anglia finds childbirth-related PTSD affects up to 1 in 20 new mothers and is often misdiagnosed as postnatal depression. GPs lack practical tools, risking untreated trauma and higher suicide risk in the year after birth. Calls grow for targeted GP training and clearer referral pathways.
Residents in Ibiza lead a protest against the impact of tourism on housing and public spaces, echoing broader concerns across Barcelona, Marseille and other cities where visitors strain infrastructure and drive up costs. The debate pits economic reliance on tourism against preserving local culture and livability.
US carriers are returning to Ben Gurion, expanding seats as demand climbs for the Jewish New Year and holidays. Despite new capacity, fares remain high through autumn, with relief not expected until November as demand shifts post-election.
The government has announced a regenerative approach to integrate young players into big clubs has paid off as Sesko scores on his first full start of the season in United’s 4-0 win over Sabah in the Champions League. He says patience paid off and that joining United feels right after a year of adjustment.
Two thieves have broken into the Renoir Museum in Cagnes-sur-Mer before 06:00 and have taken four Renoir paintings each estimated at about €9m. Municipal police reached the scene within five minutes after the alarm sounded; two works were abandoned and recovered in the museum garden and two paintings remain missing as investigators search for suspects.
Torres heads PSG to a 2-1 win at Marseille after a late Desir Doué cross, with Marseille’s Angel Gomes equalising before Marquinhos seals it. Weah is sent off for a second bookable offence as PSG climb in Ligue 1. The result comes ahead of a two-week international break.
Edgar Grospiron has stepped down as president of the Alpes 2030 organising committee amid ongoing governance turmoil. The IOC says it will continue to work with the committee to build on foundations. Lyon remains the host for the 2030 Winter Games after Nice was dropped from hosting plans.
Paris Saint-Germain has beaten Marseille 2-1 at the Velodrome after a late goal from Torres, with Marseille’s Weah sent off as the match swung in PSG’s favour. The result tightens the Ligue 1 title race. Monaco, Lyon and Paris FC also win as the season gathers pace.
Two Pierre-Auguste Renoir paintings stolen from the Renoir Museum in Cagnes‑sur‑Mer on 8 September have been recovered and six suspects have been arrested, prosecutors have said. Investigators have used DNA, vehicle tracking and surveillance footage to tie suspects to the heist and to a planned second raid on a nearby modern art foundation.
Hundreds of thousands have marched across France in fresh protests against the rising cost of living and poor school conditions. Demonstrations have been largely peaceful by day but have produced clashes, arson and looting in several cities as masked groups attacked police and shops. Authorities have deployed tens of thousands of officers to restore order.
Protests across France have escalated this weekend, with hundreds of thousands taking to streets over the cost of living and education concerns. Police report thousands arrested and injuries among officers and protesters as authorities face questions over security planning and intelligence. President Macron vows accountability and measures to restore order while reserving drastic actions.
The Guardian and CNBC report a surge in French 10-year yields as protests and a stalled budget clash with President Macron’s government. Investors fear fiscal gaps widen amid protests and pension reform, pushing France’s debt costs higher and spreading concern across eurozone markets. Crises risk deepening unless a credible consolidation plan emerges.
A wave of unrest in France has disrupted luxury retail, with online marketplaces reporting surges in suspicious listings tied to looting. Paris stores and other cities have seen widespread damage, prompting government calls for platform cooperation and tighter security. Bloomberg notes deep discounts on Yoox signal pressure on high-end brands already wary of eroding exclusivity.
France has imposed curfews, local protest bans and increased police deployments after riots on October 17 that saw looting, arson and widespread clashes. President Emmanuel Macron has convened a defence council and blamed organised ultra-left groups for sedition. Authorities have arrested thousands and have promised a larger security operation for upcoming demonstrations.
A wave of electric and hybrid family vehicles is redefining what daily transport looks like. From Subaru’s wagon-like Trailseeker EV to Kia’s EV4 GT and Hyundai’s Santa Fe, automakers are blending practicality with performance while pushing charging limits and efficiency. Toyota’s RAV4 hybrid transition also signals a broader shift toward electrified crossovers.
France is moving to restrict demonstrations amid a weekend of unrest, with bans in several cities and alternative routes offered for unions to protest legally. Macron has ordered heightened security and promised calm as officials prepare for nationwide demonstrations.
France faces a new wave of protests as thousands gather amid soaring living costs. Interior Minister Nuñez has deployed up to 70,000 police nationwide to secure city centers, with museums closing and stores boarded up. Protests are planned in Paris, Marseille and other cities.
Hundreds of thousands have taken to the streets across France to protest school conditions and rising living costs. Police have arrested nearly 1,000 people and deployed about 70,000 officers; riot units have fired tear gas and used water cannon in Paris, Marseille, Lyon and other cities. Authorities say violence was lower than last week but rights groups have criticised police tactics.
France faces a third weekend of protests over cost of living and education with thousands of police deployed nationwide. Demonstrations plan to press demands on school funding and Parcoursup reforms, while authorities warn of a high risk of disorder and deploy measures to limit violence.
Arab-led lists are projected to win a record number of seats in Israel’s Knesset, potentially making them kingmakers in a hung parliament. Netanyahu faces a coalition dilemma as exit polls show no clear majority, and opposition blocs weigh cooperation with Arab parties to form a government.