World Cup Spotlight: Kylian Mbappé is back in the headlines after condemning Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla’s racist posts following France’s win over Paraguay, with the French Football Federation pushing for a hate-crime probe and Paris prosecutors opening an investigation. International Pressure: The UN Human Rights office also called the remarks “despicable,” while FIFA reiterated its zero-tolerance stance and launched a separate racism investigation involving streamer IShowSpeed. Quarter-Final Build-Up: France’s blockbuster World Cup quarter-final vs Morocco is set, and FIFA’s all-Argentine officiating team appointment has sparked backlash online. Arts & Culture Crime: In Alsace, burglars hit the Musée Lalique, stealing around 20–27 pieces of jewelry worth several million euros in a raid that followed the Louvre heist last year. Security Shock in Syria: Explosions near Macron’s Damascus hotel injured at least 18 people, with Macron saying he was safe as the visit continued. Politics Watch: Marine Le Pen’s appeal clears the way for a 2027 presidential run, but with an electronic bracelet requirement.