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France reintroduces 'bee-harming pesticides', environment minister to quit
Environment Minister Monique Barbut said she would resign over the bill.
Latest from France
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Spain reach World Cup final after masterclass against France
Spain face either England or Argentina as they qualify for just their second final.
Allies bolster Ukraine air defences with jets and multi-national force plan
The Coalition of the Willing, comprising 37 nations, have concluded a summit in Paris.
Classic clash of styles as Spain aim to tame France's firepower
Spain have twice beaten France in semi-finals, including Euro 2024’s last four.
Heat waves in Europe linked to thousands of excess deaths
New York Times: Extreme conditions are also fuelling wildfires across the continent.
Fire risk to London as forest burns near Paris and Spain counts blaze cost
Wildfires of 'unprecedented' scale are burning in the United Kingdom, France and Spain.
Massive fire destroys forest near Paris as UK says 2700 died in heatwaves
The blaze near the French capital is the result of deadly heatwaves affecting Europe.
The special qualities that give record-breaker Will Jordan his edge
OPINION: Will Jordan’s 50th try set a new All Blacks record in the 47-17 win.
Five art movements every art lover should know
Arts writer Ginny Fisher demystifies five movements that shaped NZ art.
France see off Morocco and march into World Cup semi-final
Kylian Mbappe had a penalty saved, but scored again to help guide his side through.
Expanded World Cup brings same old story as Europe dominates
Six of the eight quarter-finalists are European, up from five in 2022.
This doctor can give you the eyes of your dreams. Should he?
New York Times: A procedure that can change eye colour comes with a host of risks.
Who will win the World Cup? Ranking the eight quarter-finalists
France remain favourites after an unbeaten run capped by a 3-0 win over Sweden.
How Argentina’s World Cup run has reignited claims of favouritism
Egypt striker Mostafa Zico claimed Argentina’s win was fixed after defeat.
Crash chaos at Pau as Dutchman seizes debut Tour victory
A crash 5km from the finish disrupted several teams’ sprint plans.
Fifa probes racism claims involving internet star IShowSpeed at World Cup
Streamer IShowspeed was allegedly abused at a recent Argentina match.
Le Pen cleared to run for president
The court cut Marine Le Pen’s ban from five years to 45 months.
I've visited (almost) every mainland region in France. Here's how I'd rank them
OPINION: Agnes Groonwald has visited 12 of France’s 13 mainland regions.
Gregor Paul: Rugby's emergence out of box-kicking dark ages
OPINION: The All Blacks are no longer the lone wolves on the world scene.
Phil Gifford: The best news coming out of the All Blacks camp for NZ fans
OPINION: There was a lot to like in the All Blacks' first test under Dave Rennie's charge.
The clear blueprint on display in All Blacks' win over France
Finish a few more chances and the All Blacks could again become a potent beast.
France overcome feisty Paraguay to reach quarter-finals
France will now face Morocco for a spot in the final four.
'More relief than joy' as Rennie identifies All Blacks' areas for improvement
Behind closed doors, Dave Rennie will demand rapid improvements after the two-point win.
Roigard, Jordan doubles lift All Blacks to victory in Rennie's coaching debut
Both sides played out a classic under the roof at Te Kaha.
Recap: All Blacks open Dave Rennie era with hard-fought victory over France
The new regime was tested, but held on for victory in Christchurch.
Gregor Paul: All Blacks’ $300m jersey deal faces fresh pressure after new Altrad probe
French billionaire Mohed Altrad is under investigation for suspected tax fraud.
Paris suffers 62% rise in deaths amid ‘manmade’ heatwave, say scientists
Experts said climate change was 'unequivocally' responsible for the weather's intensity.
This wine was the toast of the world. Now even the locals don’t drink it
New York Times: Why has Bordeaux wine fallen out of favour?
'Picked for a reason': Jacobson on expectations after All Blacks openside selection
Jacobson got the nod at openside, alongside Lakai at blindside and Savea at No 8.
'Certainly a different boat': Burling's new surroundings as AC75s relaunched
Three of the seven America's Cup teams now have their AC75 back on the water.