France, With Elections, Is Headed for Disaster
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The Guardian - World
‘Sails on the ship’ and ‘ashes of disaster’ – quotes of election night
From Jacob Rees-Mogg quoting Chitty Chitty Bang Bang to Neil Kinnock’s description of George Galloway, the TV coverage offered some notable moments. It was a great night for those glued to their screens. An election result of this magnitude was ... -
The Guardian - World
‘This is going to be a disaster’: inside the Tories’ chaotic election campaign
From the surprise decision to call a snap election to the divisions inside the doomed campaign machine. UK election live – latest updatesWhen rumours were ablaze that Rishi Sunak was about to call a snap election, one Conservative cabinet minister ... -
ABC News - Sports
Ronaldo heading home as France beats Portugal 5-3 in a penalty shootout in Euro 2024 quarterfinals
France has beaten Portugal 5-3 in a penalty shootout to reach the European Championship semifinals and end Cristiano Ronaldo’s bid to win the title in his last appearance at the tournament -
BBC News - Top stories
Voters to head to polls for UK general election
Polls will open at 07:00 on Thursday as millions prepare to cast their vote in the general election.United Kingdom -
The New York Times - Top stories
France’s Snap Election Enters Its Final Hours
The vote will determine the composition of France’s National Assembly, and the future of President Emmanuel Macron’s second term. -
The Guardian - World
Millions head to polls to cast their votes in general election – live
Polling stations opened at 7am, with voting taking place until 10pm on Thursday night. UK general election results 2024: live trackerWhat time will we know who won? Guide to the nightConstituency finder and how boundaries have changedWhat’s ... -
The Guardian - World
Iranians head out to vote in second round of presidential election
An expected low turnout reflects growing opposition to the Islamic Republic, critics say. Iranians vote today in the run-off round of a presidential election offering a choice between a veteran hardliner and a reformist who has backed pragmatic ...Iran -
The Guardian - World
Tour de France 2024: Mark Cavendish wins record-breaking 35th stage – live
Full team guide to the race | Full stage-by-stage guideAnd you can mail Will with your thoughts on the race166km to go: It’s not ideal that the intermediate sprint is so late on this stage, in terms of giving us some early excitement and movement, ... -
The Guardian - World
Tour de France 2024: Biniam Girmay delivers another victory in stage eight sprint – live
Stage-by-stage race guide | Full team-by-team guideBernard fined for kiss on stage | And you can mail John170km to go: Pogacar has taken a call of nature, and the breakaway trio takes a huge lead of over 2’15”, with Pacher’s chase already looking ... -
ABC News - Tech
Russian-linked cybercampaigns put bull's-eye on France's Olympics and elections
Cybersecurity experts and French officials say Russian disinformation campaigns against France are zeroing in on legislative elections and the Olympic Games which open in Paris at the end of the monthRussia -
ABC News - World
Russian-linked cybercampaigns put a bull's-eye on France. Their focus? The Olympics and elections
Cybersecurity experts and French officials say Russian disinformation campaigns against France are zeroing in on legislative elections and the Olympic Games which open in Paris at the end of the monthRussia -
ABC News - World
France's government spokesperson is attacked on the campaign trail, days before decisive election
Several candidates have reported being attacked on the campaign trail in the final stretch before a high-stakes French legislative election -
The Guardian - World
France to deploy 30,000 police after election runoff amid fears of violence
Move comes after attacks on government spokesperson and RN candidate in buildup to Sunday’s poll. Europe live – latest updatesAbout 30,000 police will be deployed across France on Sunday night amid fears of violence after the final results of a ... -
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France’s government spokesperson is attacked on the campaign trail, days before decisive election
In the final stretch before France’s high-stakes parliamentary elections Sunday, several candidates have reported being attacked on the campaign trail, including government spokesperson Prisca Thevenot. -
The Hill - Politics
The far right is gaining ground in France’s elections, and its opponents paved the way
National Rally has to some extent sloughed off its reputation as a pariah; French conservative politicians such as François Fillon played an outsized role in shifting the electorate. -
ABC News - World
Voters in France's overseas territories kick off a pivotal parliamentary election
Voters in France’s overseas territories and living abroad have started casting ballots in parliamentary runoff elections that could hand an unprecedented victory to the nationalist far right -
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'It's a disaster': Hurricane Beryl batters Jamaica
Floodwaters poured down streets of Kingston, as the storm ripped roofs off buildings on the island's southern coast. -
Financial Times - World
Stifling China’s green energy boom would be a disaster
Does the government in Beijing have the courage to throw its weight behind what business is already doing?China -
Financial Times - Business
Why has Rishi Sunak’s campaign been such a disaster?
The PM’s blunders worsened his chances amid a backdrop of crumbling public services and party fundraising struggles -
ABC News - World
Renowned Nazi hunter in France advises Jews to choose far right over far left in elections
France’s renowned Nazi hunter Serge Klarsfeld is advising voters in Sunday’s parliamentary elections that if they’re faced with a duel between Marine Le Pen’s far-right National Rally and a far-left competitor, they should choose the far right -
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France's president called a surprise election. The result could diminish his power in world affairs
The second round of the high-stakes legislative election on Sunday will almost certainly impact how much say France's president has in the fields of defense and foreign affairs -
CBS News - Top stories
Disaster zone declared in Jamaica as Hurricane Beryl bears down
Jamaica's prime minister has declared the island a disaster zone for the next seven days as Hurricane Beryl blows through. Tom Hanson has been monitoring the storm from Montego Bay and has the latest on conditions. -
The Guardian - World
#KHive: Kamala Harris memes abound after Joe Biden’s debate disaster
Progressive snark over vice-president gives way to endless viral quotes and emojis, blending irony and authentic praise. US politics – live updatesIn the aftermath of Joe Biden’s disastrous debate performance, left-leaning Americans can’t stop ...Joe Biden -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Gas Stoves Head for the Ballot in Washington State
A voter initiative in November would save natural gas energy for homes and business. -
The New York Times - World
As Beryl Moves On, Ravaged Islands Assess the Devastation
The hurricane caused destruction across the Caribbean, but some were relieved that it hadn’t been worse. -
BBC News - Top stories
Hurricane Beryl heads towards Mexico and the US
The National Hurricane Center forecasts the storm will hit the Yucatan Peninsula before heading towards Texas.Mexico -
Financial Times - World
Live results map: The winners in every seat
Full details of who has won in every constituency -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
All UFL head coaches are free agents
The eight initial UFL franchises will be back in 2025. -
The New York Times - Top stories
A Local’s Guide to Cap Ferret, France
A guide to France’s Cap Ferret, with insider tips from Philippe Starck and three other locals. -
BBC News - Top stories
Rate the players in Portugal v France
The Euro 2024 quarter-final between Portugal and France is under way and you can rate the players on both sides. -
BBC News - Top stories
Highlights: France beat Portugal on penalties
France beat Portugal 5-3 on penalties following a 0-0 draw in Hamburg to set up a semi-final with Spain. -
NBC News - Top stories
This is what Hurricane Beryl did to Grenada and now it's headed to Jamaica
Grenada’s prime minister said the island of Carriacou was left in a state of “almost Armageddon” after Hurricane Beryl. The people of Jamaica are prepared for the worst as the storm headed there. -
NBC News - Politics
British PM Rishi Sunak faces likely defeat as voters head to polls
British voters are heading to the polls for the country’s first parliamentary election in five years and are widely expected to usher out over a decade of Conservative Party power. Current Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing challengers for the ...United Kingdom -
BBC News - Top stories
Chris Sutton's Euro 2024 quarter-final predictions
BBC Sport football expert Chris Sutton makes his predictions for the last-eight matches, starting with Spain against Germany on Friday. -
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ABC News - Top stories
Hurricane Beryl strengthens to Category 3 as it heads toward Yucatan Peninsula
Hurricane Beryl has strengthened to a Category 3. -
The Wall Street Journal - World
Saudi's Oil Price Cut to Asia Was Less Significant Than Predicted, DNB Says
Saudi Arabia’s price cut for its flagship Arab Light crude it sells to Asian customers was less significant than expected, according to DNB Markets. -
MarketWatch - Business
Bitcoin may head towards $50,000 as Mt. Gox prepares crypto repayment
Bitcoin on Friday plunged to the lowest level in over four months.Crypto