France Highlights
Harry Kane crowned Ballon d’Or: the revenge of an English striker long seen as a magnificent “loser”ેણ
Harry Kane, Bayern Munich striker, wins the Ballon d’Or after beating Kylian Mbappé and Yamine Lamal in a vote by 100 international journalists. At 33, he turns a long-standing reputation for bad luck into a dazzling triumph and succeeds Ousmane Dembélé.
Ballon d’Or 2026: Spain’s Alexia Putellas, the “Queen,” extends her reign
Alexia Putellas wins her third Women’s Ballon d’Or, following her victories in 2021 and 2022. The new London City Lionesses player joins Aitana Bonmatí at the top of the all-time winners’ list, once again confirming her exceptional talent.
“I said yes right away”: How does the vaccine successfully tested to prevent skin cancer recurrence work?
A personalized vaccine against melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, is showing very promising results: 82% of patients who received it have had no recurrence. Two years later, one participant says she feels more optimistic about the future, raising hopes for a new breakthrough against the disease.
Mory Sacko, the “samurai of gastronomy” who has conquered the world
In just six years, Mory Sacko has gone from *Top Chef* to earning a Michelin star and appearing on the cover of *Time* magazine. Now an essential figure in gastronomy and Parisian cool, he brings his talent to celebrities and leading fashion houses.
“More than seven million euros raised” to restore forests ravaged this summer in Drôme and Var thanks to Loto draws.
More than seven million euros were raised through Loto draws to restore forests devastated this summer in Drôme and Var. Transferred to the ONF and OFB, these funds will finance studies, restoration work and reforestation in the Gros Bessillon and Justin forest areas—a welcome contribution to bringing these landscapes back to life.
Senegal pulls out all the stops with one week to go before the Youth Olympic Games.
With just a few days to go before the opening of the 2026 Youth Olympic Games, Dakar is putting the finishing touches on its preparations and dressing up in Olympic colors. The renovation of stadiums and urban infrastructure is preparing Senegal to proudly host the first Olympic competition ever held in Africa.
2026 Goncourt Prize: four finalist novels unveiled, including works by Philippe Jaenada and Yannick Haenel.
The Académie Goncourt has unveiled the four novels shortlisted for the 2026 prize: those by Yannick Haenel, Philippe Jaenada, Clémentine Mélois and Sylvain Prudhomme. This final selection highlights four literary voices ahead of the award ceremony, scheduled for November 3.
A 99-million-year-old lizard’s tail preserved in amber.
A 99-million-year-old lizard tail has been remarkably preserved in amber. Using X-ray microtomography, researchers from Tel Aviv produced detailed 3D images of it, offering valuable insight into this exceptional fossil.
Were you hesitant about electric cars but finally took the plunge? Tell us about it.
Electric car registrations have risen sharply in France in recent months, driven in particular by rising fuel prices. Despite persistent barriers, more and more motorists are making the switch and sharing their experiences.
Global Good News
LIVE Webcam Brings You Inside Cheetah Den With 5 Tiny Cubs Tended By Mom (The Meows are Mesmerizing)
Five cheetah cubs were born to Zura at the Smithsonian’s Conservation Institute in Virginia on October 5, and a live webcam lets viewers watch the family around the clock. The rare, intimate view of Zura caring for her newborns—and their charming chirps and purrs—offers a delightful glimpse into cheetah life.
A Chance Meeting in a Chinese Restaurant Saved a Man’s Life – As Everything Happens for a Reason
David Couture recalled how an inconvenience after moving to a townhouse in Dover, New Hampshire, set off a chain of events that led to a chance meeting in a Chinese restaurant. That unexpected encounter ultimately helped save a man’s life, showing how small moments can have a profound impact.
Minnesota Worker Jumps Onto Runaway School Bus to Save 18 Kids After Driver has Seizure
Ebro Ahmed, a 27-year-old worker in St. Paul, jumped onto a runaway school bus after its driver suffered a seizure. His quick action helped bring the bus under control and save all 18 students and the driver.
What went right this week: Indonesia’s plummeting poverty rate, plus more
This week’s good news includes a plummeting poverty rate in Indonesia, the opening of America’s largest wildlife bridge, and signs of “a new era” for the River Thames. These developments offer encouraging progress for people, wildlife, and the environment.
Wildlife photographer of the year 2026, the winning images
The 2026 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition has revealed its winning images after receiving a record-breaking number of entries. The strong response celebrates the creativity and global passion behind capturing the natural world.
Stunning New Opera House Opens With a Gravity-Defying Grand Staircase (LOOK)
Shanghai’s new Grand Opera House has opened on the banks of the Huangpu River, bringing a striking architectural landmark to the city. Designed by Norwegian firm Snøhetta, the venue is already drawing international attention for its dramatic, gravity-defying grand staircase.
Tiny Scottish Island’s Little Historical Society Makes Massive Discovery
A small Scottish island has been confirmed as one of the British Isles’ earliest centers of Christian evangelism, thanks to a major discovery by its local historical society. Archaeological evidence pointing to an early medieval monastery brings the island’s rich heritage to wider attention.
Numbers of Endangered and Sacred River Dolphin Grow by 6 After Successful Breeding Season
Six baby river dolphins were born during a successful calving season along Cambodia’s Mekong River, offering a welcome boost to this endangered species. The births bring hope for the dolphins’ future and joy to communities that regard them as sacred.
Family That’s Fostered 500 Children Saved from Housefire Thanks to Stranger’s Wrong Turn
A wrong turn brought Casey past a burning home in Georgia, where he spotted the smoke and helped save a family known for fostering about 500 children. His timely intervention turned an accidental detour into a life-saving moment.
High School Baseball Team Has All the Vibes of Success But Never Won a Game: Kids Don’t Mind
Dartmouth High School’s baseball team hasn’t won a game in six years, but the Spartans bring energy and enthusiasm to every practice. The players focus on enjoying the game and being a team, showing that success can mean much more than wins.
FDA-Approval for Drill-Free Cavity Care May Be Imminent After Great Phase 3 Treatment Trial
A promising phase 3 trial could bring FDA approval closer for a simple fluid treatment that may manage cavities without drilling. The approach could spare many children painful procedures and reduce the need for emergency care or surgery under general anesthesia.
Volunteers became salmon, deer and earthworms. Then they set out to save their river
A Somerset community is using an imaginative experiment to explore its landscape from the perspectives of salmon, deer and earthworms. The experience is helping residents shape a long-term, 30-year plan to restore and protect their river.
NGO Celebrates 70 Million Amazon Acres Conserved After Protecting Are Called a ‘Link of Life’
Rainforest Trust is celebrating the protection of 70 million acres of Amazon habitat, including a newly established 715,000-acre wildlife reserve along Bolivia’s Iténez River. Scientists call the river a “link of life,” and protecting it safeguards vital habitat for wildlife such as jaguars.