The king of Morocco's "fait accompli policy" appears to be working. He has managed to gain the support of the United States and European countries on the Western Sahara sovereignty issue. Still, the long-term consequences are unknown as the Sahrawi population was not given a say in the matter.

The 2026 municipal elections in France turned up some interesting results: three major victories for the left in France's largest cities of Paris, Lyon, and Marseille, and one major loss in Brest to the far-right.

King Hassan II tries various methods to reclaim sovereignty over Western Saharan territories—first through legal means, then by force.

Morocco seeks to claim sovereignty over Western Sahara, a long-disputed territory on the northwest coast of Africa, which is sought out for its large phosphate deposits and abundant fisheries.

The Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics are a bit controversial, because they aren't as environmentally friendly as they claim to be and are being sponsored by some big oil companies. Learn more in this video.

A piano manufacturer came across a rare find on an online secondhand shop: a Steinway built for American troops during World War II. Now restored to its original condition, it sounds just like it did back then!

Meet Hundra, France's strongest woman. When not tending to the animals on her farm, she is busy training—lifting tires, sacks of animal feed, and even tractors!

The medieval Alsatian town of Riquewihr is a popular holiday destination due to its fairytale-like setting and charming Christmas markets. But problems can arise with the enormous amount of people visiting the area every year.

Why is sunflower oil so expensive? Sophie and Patrice talk about grocery store prices and how it reminds them of the early days of COVID.

This video outlines the shortcomings of the Louvre Museum's security system in the wake of the 2025 jewelry theft. It also talks about the security measures and techniques of another museum in Chartres that are much more efficient.

This helpful news report explains what goes on during the United Nations General Assembly meetings. Can you guess which world leader held the floor the longest, for over four hours?

Nelly talks about a vibrant Celtic festival in Brittany, plus other highlights of her summer vacation, including horseback riding and playing the drums!

Nicolas Sarkozy made headlines with his recent conviction for accepting illicit funds from Muammar Gaddafi. He was sentenced to five years in prison with a deferred committal order. He intends to appeal and fight to the bitter end.

Over coffee, Nelly discusses some current events that are capturing French people's attention. Learn about the huge fire in the south of France, the women's Tour de France winner, and the controversy surrounding the Bayeux Tapestry.

Thierry Gouvenou explains in greater detail the challenges of a flat stage, as the outcome is often too predictable. It's up to him to design a course that will force riders out of their comfort zone. One solution? A mountain stage and rough terrain.