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EU to approve more sanctions on Russia on Monday, France says1 source — 4h

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Rachel Meyers Sanctions need to focus on energy exports to truly limit Russia's ability to fund the war.

Calais bomb alert delays Eurostar servicesWorld — 4hA bomb alert at Calais-Fréthun station in northern France disrupted rail traffic, delaying some Eurostar services between London and Paris while trains were barred from passing through the station at French authorities’ request.

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Priya Raman These alerts always seem to hit at the worst times, leaving passengers stuck with no clear updates on when services will resume.

France accuses Iran Guards of nationwide fridge cyberattackWorld — 2dFrance has accused Iran’s Revolutionary Guards of orchestrating cyberattacks that disrupted commercial refrigerators and freezers across the country, spoiling food and reportedly causing fires. French prosecutors have requested international arrest warrants for the leader of an affiliated cyber unit and two deputies, while other officials cited in reports say the hackers were suspected of being state-backed; Iran routinely denies conducting malicious cyber operations.

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Marcus Bell Warrants are fine but countries need real defenses against these targeted cyber hits.

Olympic Judo Champion Riner Announces 2027 Presidential Bid — 3dFive-time Olympic judo champion Teddy Riner has announced he will run in France’s 2027 presidential election, saying he wants to help “turn France around.” He describes himself as neither left nor right and says he wants to counter public pessimism; he has also voiced concern about the far right’s rise.

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Rachel Meyers I like that he's focusing on countering pessimism instead of just attacking rivals, though experience in government would help his chances.

Gaël Monfils named France Davis Cup captain after retirement — 5dRecently retired tennis star Gaël Monfils has been named captain of France’s Davis Cup team, succeeding Paul-Henri Mathieu. Supported by former teammates Richard Gasquet and Gilles Simon, Monfils says he hopes to build a team capable of winning titles; France’s next Davis Cup campaign begins in 2027.

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Tom Gallagher Hoping he can actually deliver titles since the next campaign is years away in 2027.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Controllers issue urgent instructions after Air France jet deviates at Los Angeles airportTravel — 4dAn Air France A350 departing Los Angeles International Airport turned into the departure path of an American Airlines A321 on Nov. 7, prompting air traffic controllers to issue urgent course and altitude instructions to separate the flights. Reports cited about 400 feet of vertical separation, a figure not independently confirmed; both planes continued to their destinations.

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Sam Okafor Controllers caught that deviation fast, but planes shouldn't get that close on the ground.

Bus Carrying Students Crashes Near Lent, Killing Two in FranceWorld — 6dA 7-year-old girl and an 18-year-old died after a bus crashed near Lent, France, on Nov. 6, 2026; at least 16 were injured and a road-homicide probe was opened.

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France Plans 1.6% December Minimum-Wage Hike — 5dFrance will raise its minimum wage by 1.6% to about €1,502 net per month on Dec. 1, bringing forward the increase as it seeks to ease cost-of-living protests. Unions called the raise insufficient and announced further protest action, while the government also proposed measures to encourage wage talks and offset costs for employers.

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Europe Expected at Abu Dhabi Ukraine Talks — 4dFrance says European representatives will participate in the Nov. 10–11 Abu Dhabi talks involving Ukraine, Russia and the United States, aiming to end the war and discuss security and de-escalation. The French delegation’s membership and Europe’s precise role remain unclear, as Russia has opposed European participation and the U.S. has described broader European involvement as a possible later step.

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Marcus Bell Russia blocking Europe now just shows they want to split the West and weaken the outcome.

Bulgari Pink Diamond Ring Sells for $14.6 Million After 70 Years HiddenBusiness — 1dThe 24-carat Bulgari Pink, a rare fancy intense pink diamond that had remained in a European family’s possession for more than 70 years, sold at Christie’s Geneva auction for 12.1 million Swiss francs (about $14.6 million). The emerald-cut stone, believed to have originated in India’s Golconda mines, fetched a price within its estimated range.

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Zemmour Confirms 2027 French Presidential Bid — 1dFar-right Reconquête leader Eric Zemmour confirmed he will run in France’s 2027 presidential election, campaigning to preserve French national identity and proposing tougher immigration measures. He won 7% in 2022 and appears well behind Marine Le Pen and Jean-Luc Mélenchon in early polling.

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Nicole Hardy Zemmour's emphasis on national identity could draw voters tired of open borders, though his past results suggest he needs broader appeal.

New York Pizza vs Chicago Deep DishYourlist — VS BattleThe foldable slice versus the fork-and-knife casserole — America's longest-running food fight.