Lionel Messi led Argentina to overcome a French rally from Kylian Mbappe’s hat-trick for Argentina’s third World Cup victory in a penalty shoot-out following a 3–3 draw, on Dec. 18 in front of 88,966 fans at Lusail Stadium in Lusail City, Qatar. Argentina won its first World Cup since Diego Maradona’s 1986 victory in dramatic fashion,…
Key Match-Ups in World Cup Final Between Argentina and France
DOHA—Argentina and France meet in Sunday’s World Cup final at Lusail Stadium. Both countries are bidding for their third title with the French having the chance to become the first back-to-back champions since Brazil in 1962. Here are three of the key match-ups that are likely to have a strong bearing on the result: Kylian…
Mbappe, France Advance to World Cup Final, Beat Morocco 2–0
AL KHOR, Qatar—France and Kylian Mbappé are headed back to the World Cup final for a much-anticipated matchup with Lionel Messi after ending Morocco’s historic run at soccer’s biggest tournament. France beat Africa’s first ever semifinalist 2–0 Wednesday, with Mbappé playing a part in goals by Theo Hernandez in the fifth minute and then substitute…
National Crime Agency Officer Denies Deleting Missing EncroChat Document
A National Crime Agency (NCA) officer has denied deleting a key document related to Operation Venetic, the agency’s investigation into criminals using EncroChat encrypted devices, and has told a tribunal the failure to disclose another document was a “complete error.” Emma Sweeting was giving evidence at an Investigatory Powers Tribunal, which is hearing legal challenges…
Grazing on Châteaux in France’s Lush Loire Valley
The Loire Valley, about two hours southwest of Paris, offers France’s greatest array of châateau experiences. Wander through sumptuous interiors, cared for by noble families who’ve lived there for centuries. View packs of carefully -bred hounds yelping for red meat as they await their next hunt. Standing on a rooftop the size of a cathedral…
France Advances to Semifinals at World Cup, Tops England 2-1
AL KHOR, Qatar—Kylian Mbappe and France made it back to the semifinals of the World Cup on Saturday by beating England 2–1. Olivier Giroud scored in the 78th minute at Al Bayt Stadium to keep France on course to become the first team since Brazil in 1962 to win back-to-back World Cups. Giroud raced away…
A Storybook French Alps Chalet
This charming double chalet in Courchevel, France, set in the French Alps, looks like it sprang straight from the pages of a book of fairy tales. Built in the style of traditional French ski chalets, the eight-bedroom, eight-bath, two-story chalet is the epitome of coziness, with natural wood and stone running throughout and exterior stone…
France Bans Some Flights in Name of Climate Change, Tells People to Take Trains Instead
December 5, 2022
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France is banning short-haul domestic flights when there is a regular and frequent train option that takes less than two and a half hours, after a 2021 climate law, No 2021-1104, received permission from the European Commission (EC). Article 145.I of the law prohibits passenger flights “on all air routes within French territory for which…
Kylian Mbappé Leads France Past Poland 3–1 at World Cup
DOHA, Qatar—Kylian Mbappé scored two goals and set up another for Olivier Giroud, giving France a 3–1 victory over Poland and a spot in the World Cup quarterfinals on Sunday. The Paris Saint-German forward now has a tournament-leading five goals and the 2018 champions are within three wins of defending their title. Robert Lewandowski scored…
Biden Welcomes French President Macron to White House
WASHINGTON—U.S. President Joe Biden welcomed French President Emmanuel Macron to the White House on Thursday to celebrate more than 200 years of U.S.–French relations. Biden is hosting Macron at the first state visit since the U.S. leader took office in early 2021. Biden and his wife Jill greeted Macron and his wife Brigitte with hugs,…
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