France recorded over 8,000 heat-related deaths during the summer of 2026, marking an unprecedented figure since 2003, according to Santé publique France. Le Monde highlighted the human stories behind these numbers, with epidemiologist Kévin Jean comparing the summer's heat impact to COVID-19, describing it as more intense despite being shorter. This comes amidst persistent severe water shortages across the country, despite some rainfall.

Le Monde: Who Died in the Heatwave? Le Monde Tells Stories Behind the Numbers

Le Monde recounts the lives of 8,124 individuals who died from heat during the summer heatwaves in France, highlighting the human cost of climate change.

Le Monde: Over 8,000 Deaths Linked to 2026 Summer Heatwaves in France: An Unprecedented…

France recorded over 8,000 heat-related deaths during the summer of 2026, an unprecedented figure since 2003, according to Santé publique France.

Le Monde: Epidemiologist Kévin Jean: 'We experienced the summer like something…

Epidemiologist Kévin Jean compares the recent summer's heat impact to Covid-19, describing it as more intense despite being shorter.

Le Monde: Water Shortages Persist in France Despite Some Rain

Despite some rainfall, severe water shortages continue to be felt across France.

An investigation by Mediapart and EIC has revealed how Rony Hadjedj, a Franco-Israeli gangster, built a vast fortune by defrauding hundreds of millions of euros from thousands of small investors through his software company, Airsoft. The probe traced his criminal journey and family involvement, highlighting the scale of the financial fraud.

Mediapart: Franco-Israeli Gangster Amassed Fortune from Thousands of Investors

An investigation reveals how Rony Hadjedj, starting from petty theft in Marseille, built a software company called Airsoft that defrauded hundreds of millions of euros from small investors, with Mediapart and EIC tracing his criminal journey and family involvement during his time in Israel.

Socialist Party Deputy Philippe Brun was excluded from the party's primary for the 2027 presidential election following a harassment complaint from his former parliamentary assistant. This development has left the Socialist Party in a difficult position as the primary race for the upcoming presidential election officially begins.

Mediapart: Philippe Brun Excluded from Socialist Primary, PS in Disarray

The candidacy of Philippe Brun, a deputy from Eure, was rejected at the last minute following a harassment complaint from his former parliamentary assistant, leaving the Socialist Party in a difficult position.

French Socialist MP Barred From Presidential Primary over Alleged 'Criminal' Behavior: French Socialist MP Barred From Presidential Primary over Alleged 'Criminal'…

Philippe Brun Suspended From the PS and Removed From Primary School in the Name of "the Defence of Women's Rights" The deputy Philippe Brun was suspended Wednesday from the Socialist Party and excluded from the Social Democratic Primary "on charges of violence", according to Patrick Mennucci, who chairs the committee to organize the primary. The PS invoked "the defense of women's rights" in a press release.

An audit by independent researchers, revealing significant internal discontent within The Ecologists, led by National Secretary Marine Tondelier, has been suppressed by the party leadership. Mediapart, however, published the key findings of the report, which was originally intended for public release earlier in September.

Mediapart: Report on Militant Discontent Within the Greens Gathered Dust

An audit by independent researchers has revealed significant internal discontent within the Green party, led by Marine Tondelier. The report, intended for public release in early September, has been suppressed, but Mediapart is publishing its key findings.

The government of Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu is planning further austerity measures for the 2027 budget, affecting pensions, healthcare, and environmental policies. Despite these cuts, the government is reportedly resolute in its refusal to increase taxes on the wealthy and large corporations.

Mediapart: Budget 2027: Elsewhere Cuts, No Tax Hikes for the Rich

The government of Sébastien Lecornu plans further austerity measures affecting pensions, healthcare, and environmental policies, while resolutely refusing to increase taxes on the wealthy and large corporations.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, re-elected in July 2024, proposed making Canada the European Union's first 'associate member' during her State of the Union address. This overture comes as U.S. President Donald Trump's threats reportedly drive Canada closer to Europe, though Trump suggested the move could be a "hostile act."

Mediapart: Ursula von der Leyen's State of the Union Address Stumbles Amidst Contradictions

During her State of the Union address, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen suggested Canada become an 'associate member' and, despite calls for a more independent Europe, failed to reassure on the growing cooperation between the right and far-right.

Le Monde: Freshwater Stock Decline: World Meteorological Organization Warns of Grave…

The World Meteorological Organization has warned of serious future implications due to declining freshwater stocks, with 2025 being one of the driest years in 35 years for river flows.