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Virgin Trains cleared to challenge Eurostar’s Channel Tunnel monopoly from 2030

Virgin Trains has won UK approval to run up to 20 daily return services from London to Paris, Brussels and Amsterdam from 2030, moving closer to ending Eurostar's 30-year Channel Tunnel monopoly.

Heavy rain brings wildfire relief, but the fire season is far from over

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are bringing much-needed wildfire relief to the Var and Alpes-Maritimes, but after weeks of extreme heat and drought, the underlying fire danger remains.

How to have your say on the next generation of euro banknotes

The ECB has revealed 10 possible euro banknote designs, and everyone can vote for their favourites online until 21st September.

Who is Christophe Lemoine – France’s new ambassador to Monaco?

France has appointed Christophe Lemoine as its new ambassador to Monaco, succeeding Jean d’Haussonville and taking up the post on 1st September.

Ancient Greek lyre concert to bring two millennia of music to Villa Kérylos

The ensemble Les Lyristes will perform a one-off ancient Greek lyre concert at the Villa Kérylos in Beaulieu-sur-Mer on Friday 28th August, spanning two millennia of music, followed by a Greek...

Cannes Yachting Festival 2026: 47 innovations selected for the ‘Innovation Route Awards’

From 120 submissions, an expert jury has selected 47 marine entries for the 2026 Cannes Yachting Festival Innovation Route.