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A legendary French bakery in Lille is sharing the story behind its unique thin, delicate waffles on International Waffle Day. Unlike their fluffy Belgian cousins, these gaufres have been a regional treasure for generations.
World champion Jimmy Gressier ran a jaw-dropping 12:51 to break the European 5km record in Lille, missing the world record by just two seconds. The thrilling race saw three runners finish faster than the previous European best.
Jimmy Gressier ran the third-fastest 5K in history at 12:51, coming within two seconds of the world record in Lille, France. Four runners shattered records in a day of historic racing that saw a 17-year-old Ethiopian break into the all-time top three.
Jimmy Gressier came heartbreakingly close to breaking the world 5km record in front of his home crowd in Lille, falling just two seconds short while still smashing the European record. The French world champion's electric performance shows how close humanity is pushing the boundaries of what's possible in distance running.
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South Africa's legendary Cape Epic mountain bike race is changing how it measures fairness between men's and women's competitions. Instead of matching distance, the 2026 race will match total race time, bringing smaller gaps and fiercer competition.
Two Southern African nations just made it dramatically easier to visit each other. The historic agreement removes all capacity and frequency limits on flights between the countries.
A new high-speed train connecting Belgium, France, and Switzerland launches next summer, offering travelers a greener alternative to flying. The weekend service promises city-center to city-center travel in just 5.5 hours.
A team from Ibn Tofail University in Morocco just beat Europe's top sports programs at an international Olympic competition. They're the first African university to claim the title.
After doubts about his form, Canada's star striker Jonathan David silenced critics with a stunning two-goal performance in the 2026 World Cup. His breakthrough moment came at the perfect time, on home soil in Vancouver.
Ayyoub Bouaddi turned down France to play for Morocco at the World Cup, and his masterclass against Brazil proved he's ready for the biggest stage. The teenager who chose books over burgers is breaking records and earning comparisons to Mbappé.
Dozens of female Aboriginal rangers gathered in Central Australia's East MacDonnell ranges for a groundbreaking camp focused on protecting sacred women's sites and sharing ancestral knowledge. The initiative aims to expand opportunities for women in the historically male-dominated field of land management.
Ten years after their memorable Euro 2016 run, Northern Ireland's football team is building something special with their youngest squad since World War Two. Veterans like Josh Magennis are passing the torch to teenage stars, creating hope for future tournaments.
A Belgian city once mocked as the world's ugliest now attracts visitors from across Europe who find unexpected beauty in its abandoned factories and industrial ruins. What started as a joke 15 years ago has become a thriving tourism movement celebrating decay as art.
An Armenian club just scored its first-ever goal and victory in European playoff competition. Meanwhile, star players across the globe lit up leagues from Italy to Argentina in a breakthrough week for Armenian football.
A massive solar installation covering 31 acres is taking shape on a logistics hub in northern France, set to become Europe's largest single-span rooftop solar project. When complete in 2027, it will generate enough clean electricity to power thousands of homes.
Museums have found a game-changing helper for preparing animal skeletons. Finger-sized superworm larvae clean specimens quickly and safely while staying contained.
Elite football academy players across France are proving athletic talent and eloquence go hand in hand. At a national speaking competition held at the Palace of Versailles, young athletes challenged stereotypes while mastering the art of public speaking.
A renewable energy company just reached a billion-pound investment in French clean energy in only three years, now powering 120,000 homes. The rapid expansion shows how smart land-sharing strategies are accelerating Europe's shift to renewable power. #
South Africa just rolled out a new visa program that could transform how the continent hosts global events. The MEETS visa lets conference organizers fast-track applications for delegates, cutting through red tape that has kept talented professionals stuck at home.
In just two decades, Morocco transformed from a struggling soccer nation to a top-10 FIFA powerhouse with championship teams across every age group. Their secret? Strategic planning, massive infrastructure investment, and a world-class training academy.