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French club Strasbourg overcame a two-goal deficit at home to thrash German side Mainz and reach their first-ever European semi-final. The historic comeback in the Europa Conference League marks a milestone moment for the Alsatian team.
Female lawmakers in the European Parliament can now delegate their votes before and after childbirth, ensuring new mothers don't lose their voice while caring for newborns. The measure passed with overwhelming support, though efforts to extend it to fathers fell short.
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.
Canada could become the first "associate member" of the European Union in a groundbreaking alliance that strengthens democratic cooperation across continents. Prime Minister Mark Carney told EU lawmakers that together, these allies are "stronger together."
Four sets of brothers are playing for rival countries at this year's World Cup, including French-Ivorian siblings who could meet on the field. These family matchups prove that sports can bring people together even when they're on opposite sides.
After withdrawing from two major tournaments citing health struggles, tennis pro Emma Navarro took a break, listened to her body, and came back to win her third career title. Now at the U.S. Open, she's redefining what success means beyond the scoreboard.
When a French rock guitarist and a Kolkata tabla maestro met on stage, their collaboration proved that music transcends all borders. The concert showcased how East meets West through rhythm, riffs, and genuine artistic connection.
British tennis star Emma Raducanu has rehired Andrew Richardson, the coach who guided her to a stunning US Open victory in 2021. After years of injuries and coaching changes, she's returning to what works: trust and connection.
The European Union kicked off a creative social media campaign featuring women diplomats answering key questions about global cooperation in just a few words. The International Day of Women in Multilateralism celebration spread across five major cities, highlighting why women's leadership matters in shaping international solutions.
New Chelsea manager Liam Rosenior has turned around a struggling team, winning four of his first five matches after the club had won just one of their previous nine games. The 41-year-old coach is restoring belief and bringing back smiles to fans and players alike.
British tennis star Emma Raducanu broke a three-month losing streak with a commanding victory at Queen's Club, signaling her return to form just weeks before Wimbledon. The 2021 US Open champion looked relaxed and energized as she dominated her first-round match in front of her home crowd.
Four French farmers launched a thriving cooperative growing drought-resistant pulses like chickpeas and lentils in a region that never grew them before. Their brand now produces over 100 tonnes annually, proving climate adaptation can create local food solutions.
Ukrainian human rights defender Oleksandra Matviichuk received the European Order of Merit for her tireless work protecting freedom and democracy. Her emotional speech celebrated Ukraine's return to Europe after three centuries.
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A third-generation Michelin-star chef from France traveled to Durban to teach culinary students the secrets behind his family's 90-year streak of excellence. The masterclass brought together French fine dining tradition with Durban's vibrant food culture.
A new aviation bill backed by Paralympic champion Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson could transform air travel for disabled passengers by giving authorities power to fine airlines that lose or damage wheelchairs. The legislation comes after the athlete's own wheelchair was lost and returned weeks later cut in half.
Chelsea just appointed Liam Rosenior as manager, making him only the 10th Black manager ever hired full-time in the English Premier League. In a sport where 40% of players have Black heritage but only 4.4% have coached clubs, this appointment marks real progress toward equality in football leadership.
South London football club Crystal Palace is heading to their first European final in the club's 149-year history, capping an incredible turnaround under manager Oliver Glasner. The Eagles defeated Shakhtar Donetsk 5-2 on aggregate to secure their spot in the UEFA Conference League final.
Patrick Vieira, who won the 1998 World Cup with France, has been named head coach of Senegal, the country where he was born. The legendary midfielder returns to Dakar 42 years after leaving as a child, bringing his championship pedigree to one of Africa's top national teams.
Archaeologists in Denmark discovered a remarkably preserved 13th-century convent just three feet beneath a modern soccer field. The find promises to reveal secrets about medieval life that historians thought were lost forever.
Researchers identified high-risk zones for yellow fever in Brazil's golden lion tamarins, creating a vaccination roadmap that could save this endangered species from future outbreaks. After losing 30% of their population in 2017-2019, the recovered tamarin population now has a science-backed protection plan.
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