World Cup Shock: Spain beat France 2-0 in the 2026 semi-final in Arlington, ending Les Bleus’ bid for a third straight final. Mikel Oyarzabal scored from the spot after Lamine Yamal won a foul, and Pedro Porro added the second after a slick Dani Olmo one-two. Spain kept a sixth clean sheet in seven games and will face the winner of England vs Argentina in the final. Mbappé vs Deschamps: Kylian Mbappé called France “sloppy,” blaming tactical and technical failures, including poor press communication and being outnumbered in midfield; Didier Deschamps also questioned the referee after the loss. France’s Political Turn: France’s National Assembly is set to give final approval to an assisted-dying bill, with the Constitutional Council still to review it after the vote. Smart Cities: France is rolling out “intelligent” traffic lights in several communes, including speed-adaptive systems that stay red unless drivers approach at the right speed. France Abroad: Macron plans a state visit to Nigeria this autumn, while France and South Korea vow deeper strategic solidarity amid security and shipping concerns.