World Cup Records: FIFA says the 2026 tournament has become the highest-scoring in history, hitting 173 goals after the USA’s Auston Trusty netted the landmark in a Group D opener—while the overall tally keeps climbing with more matches still to come. France Football Spotlight: With France and Norway both through, Friday’s Group I top-spot showdown in Boston turns into a Mbappé vs Haaland headline match, with both strikers already firing early. Heatwave Hits Culture & Fashion: Paris Fashion Week Men’s faced a brutal reality check as luxury tried to cool guests with mist, ice and schedule tweaks—yet leather and wool still made the week feel like a test of whether fashion can “dress for” climate extremes. Paris Heat Policy: Authorities moved to curb public drinking during the heatwave, with an alcohol ban announced as temperatures soar. Sustainability in Hospitality: Hotel Les Matins de Paris & Spa earned its first Green Globe certification, saying sustainability is now built into purchasing, community involvement and energy decisions. Le Mans Motorsport: Cumbria’s Jonny Edgar won a landmark 24 Hours of Le Mans victory in LMGT3, helping TF Sport and Corvette to a big win. France Sports Tragedy: A 21-year-old Guingamp reserve player, Kenzo Kies, died after drowning in the Rhône during the extreme heatwave.