France Highlights
Oasis confirms a new tour in 2027, including two concerts at the Stade de France in July.
The band Oasis confirms a new tour in 2027, including two concerts at the Stade de France in July. The announcement, teased by the Gallagher brothers on social media for several weeks, delights fans and promises some great musical moments.
The Vega-C rocket launches from Kourou with two European satellites
The European Vega-C rocket successfully launched from Kourou, operated by the Italian company Avio, to place two satellites into orbit. These instruments will enhance the monitoring of the climate and plant health from space, a promising advance toward better understanding and protecting our environment.
Dividend payouts: France leads Europe in the second quarter of 2026
According to Janus Henderson, large French listed companies paid out $70.4 billion in dividends between April and June 2026. This performance puts France at the top in Europe and in second place worldwide behind the United States, demonstrating the dynamism and strength of its companies.
Invited by Washington, Venezuela will participate in the G20 dedicated to energy.
Invited by the United States, Venezuela will participate this week in the G20 energy ministers’ meeting in Houston. This presence opens up an avenue for dialogue and international cooperation, while potentially supporting the revival of exploitation of Venezuela’s substantial oil reserves.
Pope Leo XIV restores the salaries of cardinals and senior Vatican officials to pre-Covid levels
Pope Leo XIV has restored the salaries of cardinals and senior Vatican officials to their pre-pandemic levels. This decision reflects a more favorable financial situation for the Holy See, whose bank recently reported a “record year.”
2027 Presidential Election: The Ecologists unveil their proposals to protect coastal areas
The Ecologists have presented a roughly twenty-page booklet devoted to protecting coastlines ahead of the 2027 presidential election. It brings together dozens of proposals to preserve coastal areas, an encouraging initiative in support of the environment and maritime territories.
In the United Kingdom, the government is preparing to nationalize Speciality Steel, the country’s third-largest steelmaker.
The British government is preparing to nationalize Speciality Steel, the country’s third-largest steelmaker, after rejecting a private takeover deemed insufficiently stable. The decision aims to secure the company’s future and the jobs of more than 1,300 employees, while preserving options for its future development.
Mali: Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb in Bamako to Revive Cooperation
Algerian Prime Minister Sifi Ghrieb has arrived in Bamako to revive cooperation between Algeria and Mali after more than a year of diplomatic tensions. The visit, following Abdoulaye Maïga’s trip to Algiers, reflects a shared desire to resume dialogue and strengthen relations between the two neighboring countries.
At the Emmy Awards, “Widow’s Bay” and Matthew Rhys break records
Apple TV+’s series “Widow’s Bay” triumphed at the 78th Emmy Awards, winning fourteen statuettes—a record for a comedy in a single season. This success confirms the enthusiasm of both audiences and industry professionals for this horror comedy, while Matthew Rhys also emerged as one of the night’s big winners.
2027 Budget: Sébastien Lecornu pledges €1.5 billion to combat gender-based and sexual violence, as well as €2.6 billion for child protection
Sébastien Lecornu announces €1.5 billion in the 2027 budget to combat gender-based and sexual violence, as well as €2.6 billion dedicated to child protection. This financial commitment, unveiled ahead of the National Assembly’s consideration of the “comprehensive law” in early October, strengthens the resources allocated to prevention and victim protection.
Tribute to Charlie Dalin: follow the exceptional ceremony in Concarneau
Around a hundred boats and prominent figures from the offshore racing world are gathering in Concarneau to pay an exceptional tribute to Charlie Dalin, conceived according to his final wishes. ICI Bretagne is broadcasting the ceremony live from 5 p.m. to 7:10 p.m., from both land and sea, in a powerful moment of sharing and solidarity.
Mbappé, Yamal, Dembélé, Kane? The Ballon d'Or campaign is in full swing.
Two weeks before voting closes, Mbappé, Yamal, Dembélé and Kane are among the leading contenders for the Ballon d’Or. This prestigious competition highlights their talent and the excellence of world football.
Global Good News
She ‘Asked for a Sign’ and Suddenly a Kingfisher Darts Up and Sits in Her Hand for 10 Minutes
After asking for a sign, 24-year-old Laura O’Brien in England was amazed when a Eurasian kingfisher suddenly flew over and perched on her hand for ten minutes. The rare, magical encounter gave her an uplifting moment of wonder and reassurance.
Following Timor-Leste’s Triumph, All of Southeast Asia Has Eliminated Trachoma
The WHO has certified Timor-Leste as having eliminated trachoma as a public health problem, making Southeast Asia entirely trachoma-free. This major achievement protects more than 2 billion people from the world’s leading infectious cause of blindness and highlights the region’s successful public health efforts.
Homeless Guy Got Famous Playing Amazing Piano in a Church–Now He’s Raised $50K for Charity
After a decade of homelessness, Rhys Wynne-Jones found hope when a video of him beautifully playing piano in a church went viral. Two years later, his life has transformed, and he has raised $50,000 for charity, turning his remarkable talent and newfound fame into support for others.
In pictures: 10 years of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards are celebrating their 10th anniversary with a new immersive experience in London this autumn. The event will bring a decade of hilarious and heartwarming wildlife images to life, offering visitors an uplifting way to enjoy nature and celebrate conservation.
Athens Is Turning its Old Airport into One of Europe’s Largest Parks
Athens is transforming its former airport into Ellinikon Park, one of Europe’s largest urban green spaces, covering more than 400 acres. The ambitious project will create a major attraction while providing much-needed shade, nature, and recreational space for residents of Europe’s hottest city.
Former Industrial Ground Goes from Dump to Diversity and Hosts 64% of UK’s Black-Necked Grebes
A former industrial dumping ground in the UK has been transformed by a conservation charity into a thriving wetland habitat. It now supports nesting black-necked grebes, hosting an impressive 64% of the UK’s population and demonstrating how restoration can create valuable homes for wildlife.
With Adapted Sailing, the Sea Is for Everyone
César Maquieira’s lifelong love of the Atlantic has inspired him to embrace adapted sailing, helping make the sea accessible to people with disabilities. His story highlights how inclusive boating can open up adventure, independence, and the joy of the ocean to everyone.
The ‘National Park’ That Stretches From Coast to Coast
On Doug Tallamy’s 10-acre Pennsylvania property, restoring native habitat has brought back nesting wood thrushes and record numbers of rare Luna moths. His success shows how connected natural spaces can create a coast-to-coast “national park,” offering hope for wildlife and inspiring conservation on private land.
$1,000 Bonus for Every Year at the Company: Casino Employees Shocked at Company’s 50th Anniversary
Station Casinos surprised its 10,000 employees during its 50th-anniversary celebration with an extraordinary profit-sharing bonus. The Fertitta brothers awarded each employee $1,000 for every year they had worked at the company, creating a generous and uplifting reward for their loyalty and contributions.
Good News in History September 13
Actor-comedian Jean Smart is celebrating her 75th birthday, honoring a remarkable career filled with beloved performances in *Designing Women*, *Frasier*, and *Hacks*. A seven-time Emmy and three-time Golden Globe winner, Smart continues to bring joy to audiences and receive well-deserved recognition for her outstanding work.
How ‘housing first’ is helping people leave rough sleeping behind
The “Housing First” model provides people experiencing rough sleeping with a permanent home before asking them to address other challenges. Its striking results show that stable housing can help people move beyond homelessness and build more secure, positive futures.