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French PM heckled over wildfire response as blazes continue across Europe
The prime minister announced on Monday €12m worth of aid to French regions that had been worst affected by the fires.
August 17, 2026Europe's scorched landscapes seen from space after summer heatwaves
BBC Verify examines the impact of drought and extreme heat on western European rivers, fields and mountains.
August 15, 2026What it's like to chase solar eclipses around the world
For many, a total solar eclipse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. But for a dedicated few, it's a deep passion.
August 9, 2026The summer that changed Welsh football
A decade on from Euro 2016, key figures tell BBC Sport Wales the inside story of the summer that changed Welsh football forever.
August 4, 2026Thousands evacuated in Crete but Spanish PM ends wildfire emergency
Strong winds have fanned the flames in the Rethymno region as wildfires continue to ravage the Greek island.
July 30, 2026Thousands in Spain return home but new heatwave raises wildfire fears
Spain and France are both braced for the start of the fourth heatwave so far this summer and some fires have continued to burn.
July 29, 2026Wildfires darken the clouds over France's Bordeaux wine industry - Reuters
Wildfires darken the clouds over France's Bordeaux wine industry Reuters
July 28, 2026France braces for fourth major heatwave as crews tackle Bordeaux blaze - Reuters
France braces for fourth major heatwave as crews tackle Bordeaux blaze Reuters
July 28, 2026Wildfires 'stark reminder' of extreme climate challenge, says William
The prince's warning comes as wildfires rage in parts of Europe and the UK during a spell of extreme heat.
July 27, 2026Firefighters battle to keep blazes away from France's Bordeaux - Reuters
Firefighters battle to keep blazes away from France's Bordeaux Reuters
July 27, 2026Wildfires threaten Bordeaux as France, Spain battle blazes - Reuters
Wildfires threaten Bordeaux as France, Spain battle blazes Reuters
July 26, 2026French firefighters battle to keep blazes from Bordeaux - Reuters
French firefighters battle to keep blazes from Bordeaux Reuters
July 26, 2026Wildfires force evacuations outside Bordeaux as Spanish blazes cause first death - Reuters
Wildfires force evacuations outside Bordeaux as Spanish blazes cause first death Reuters
July 25, 2026Thousands evacuated as wildfires approach the city of Bordeaux - Reuters
Thousands evacuated as wildfires approach the city of Bordeaux Reuters
July 25, 2026Firefighters struggle to contain Madrid wildfires, as more than 140,000 evacuated in France and Spain
Authorities face the "worst fire in the history of the region", Madrid officials say, as French firefighters battle a blaze heading towards Bordeaux.
July 24, 2026France orders evacuation of peninsula as hundreds flee wildfires by boat
The fire has raged in the region for several days with officials on Friday morning saying it had continued to progress overnight.
July 24, 2026Beauty and brutality - six unforgettable Wales v Fiji games
As Wales take on Fiji in the Nations Championship in Cardiff on Saturday, BBC Sport looks back at six iconic moments in the two nations' rivalry.
July 3, 2026Schools close as more than half of France under red heat alerts
The health minister warns many citizens "will suffer", with temperatures set to peak on Monday.
June 22, 2026France bans alcohol at music festival events under red heatwave alert
Annual street parties attended by millions ordered to help “preserve” healthcare services in 40C (104F) heat.
June 21, 2026More than 1,000 passengers held on cruise after gastrointestinal illness outbreak
The ship, which set sail from Belfast on Friday, is at port in Bordeaux after 49 people fell ill from gastrointestinal illness.
May 13, 2026France's Socialists hold onto power in major cities in election boost for mainstream
Paris and Marseille are held by the Socialists in local elections which saw the nationalist right win in Nice and certain towns.
March 22, 2026Paris and Marseille in focus as French vote in local election runoffs - Reuters
Paris and Marseille in focus as French vote in local election runoffs Reuters
March 22, 2026