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Royal family announces state visit to France during Rugby World Cup

King Charles and Queen Camilla to dine at Palace of Versailles banquet and meet sports stars

The Guardian - UK

King Charles III’s visit to France will include a state dinner at Versailles and a stop in Bordeaux

King Charles III will travel to France later this month for a state visit that was postponed in March due to fears that protesters demonstrating against President Emanuel Macron’s economic policies would disrupt the pageantry

The Independent UK

France boosts security at Rugby World Cup. The hosts don't want another failure before Olympics

French authorities have pledged to mobilize a record number of police officers to guarantee a smooth Rugby World Cup in the wake of the chaos outside the stadium that marred the 2022 Champions League final

The Independent UK

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France expects: World Cup hype will be biggest weapon and great obstacle

On the eve of Friday’s clash with New Zealand, Fabien Galthié and Antoine Dupont hope belief can drive the hosts to success

The Guardian - UK

South Africa vs Scotland: Rugby World Cup kick-off time, TV channel, team news, lineups, venue, odds today

South Africa kick-off their Rugby World Cup defence against Scotland in Marseille on Sunday.

Evening Standard

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne to restart stalled New Caledonia talks

French Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne will meet Wednesday with a group of New Caledonians in a bid to restart discussions on the institutional future of the Pacific archipelago.

Radio France Internationale

3 sailors from Russia and France are rescued off Australian coast after sharks attacked their boat

Three sailors from Russia and France have been rescued after the inflatable catamaran they were trying to sail in from Vanuatu to Australia came under attack from sharks

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France goes back to school with abaya ban as government mulls uniforms

Some 300 French students wore abayas on the first day of school, days after the Education Minister announced their banning. The issue of what Muslim students are allowed to wear in schools continues to stir debate in France, where reintroducing uniforms will be tested in the autumn.

Radio France Internationale

‘Special moment’ for South American rugby as Chile join Argentina and Uruguay at World Cup

For the first time in Rugby World Cup history, South America will be fielding three representatives at the 2023 edition that kicks off in France on September 8, with first-timers Chile entering the fray alongside Uruguay and tournament regulars Argentina. The trio of nations will be counting on this unprecedented…

France 24

The wait is over - let the 2023 Rugby World Cup fun commence

This will be the tenth edition of the Cup and for the first time, the finals will be entirely hosted by France.

The National (Scotland)

France reportedly in talks with Niger for possible withdrawal of its troops

Talks under way for the ‘partial withdrawal’ of troops amid frayed ties following July 26 coup, according to reports.

Al Jazeera

Who will win the 2023 Rugby World Cup? This algorithm uses 10,000 simulations to rank the contenders

Despite New Zealand’s record loss to South Africa in August, All Blacks fans can take heart from statistical modelling that has them as favourites to win the 2023 Rugby World Cup (RWC).

The Conversation

Here are the 8 teams that qualified for the 2024 Olympics in Paris at the 2023 FIBA World Cup

USA and Canada men's basketball have both qualified for the Olympics.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Rugby World Cup 2023: How to watch every match for FREE on TV and online

The Rugby World Cup is well underway, with ITV screening all the matches live and exclusive this year.

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The Conversation

Rugby World Cup: why hamstring injuries are so prevalent in the sport

With the men’s Rugby World Cup in France almost upon us, the risk of injury during the summer warm-up games has been a serious concern for coaches and players.

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup 2023: Final date and time, results, schedule, how to watch and odds

New Zealand and South Africa will face off in the 2023 Rugby World Cup final.

Evening Standard

France proposes ban on vegetarian products using ‘meaty language’

Producers of meat substitute foods will have to get creative once the change becomes law

Radio France Internationale

Calls for France to recognise all Afghan women and girls as refugees

Activists in France have called on the government to systematically grant asylum to women and girls fleeing the Taliban in Afghanistan, after the first all-female group of evacuees arrived in Paris. France flew five women over this week to apply for refugee status, but many thousands more are still seeking…

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The Conversation

France in Africa: why Macron's policies increased distrust and anger

French west Africa has experienced five coups in the past three years. Underpinning most of these coups is hostility towards France, a former colonial authority. Mohamed Bazoum of Niger’s downfall in July 2023 comes after coups in Mali in August 2020, Chad in April 2021, Burkina Faso in September 2022…

Salon

The year Rolling Stones shook St. Tropez

In 1971, the band fled UK tax rates for the south of France, glamorizing the Riviera for rock stars to come

France 24

French historic landmarks threatened by ravages of climate change

Located off the coast of the southern French city of Marseille, the Château d'If has withstood the wear and tear of time. But today, this landmark is facing the threat of climate change. In recent years, sea levels have risen by 15 centimetres, forcing the castle to close 180 days…

Radio France Internationale

Feelin' hot: France posts record temperatures for month of September

France recorded its hottest September day ever, weather authorities said Monday. On Tuesday, the maximum is expected to be homogeneous with 30 to 34°C over almost the whole country.

The Week

France bans vegan ‘steaks’ and ‘ribs’

France is taking steps to ban meat-related names like “steak” and “spare ribs” on plant-based food products, citing a need to eliminate “misleading claims” in the food industry.

Radio France Internationale

Niger PM looks to mend bridges with Ecowas, promises 'swift withdrawal' of French troops

Niger's military-appointed prime minister has said he sees hopes of a deal with the Economic Communuity of West African States (Ecowas) – that threatened to use force to restore civilian rule after a coup in July – with "exchanges" reportedly also underway between French forces in Niamey and the Nigerien…

Evening Standard

Rugby World Cup 2023: The best bars and pubs to watch the final

England are third, but tonight sees New Zealand attempt to wrestle the trophy from South Africa — here’s where to follow along in London

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