Heatwave Reality Check: France’s record June heat is still echoing in daily life, with reports of sharply rising deaths and fresh guidance on coping as Paris and other regions brace for another hot spell. Public Safety & Cooling Culture: The “air conditioning culture wars” keep heating up, as officials weigh targeted cooling for vulnerable people against broader adoption. Legal & Family Policy: France’s top court ruling means children born via foreign surrogacy must be recognized, adding pressure to how families navigate paperwork. Women’s Rights & Violence Prevention: Tens of thousands rally in France demanding stricter measures against sexual violence, while more cases of alleged abuse in care settings underline the stakes. Sports & Identity: World Cup fever spills into French football talk as France advances and fans debate representation. Culture & Screen: Kristin Scott Thomas discusses her “Slow Horses” role and her Monte-Carlo TV honor, a reminder of France’s ongoing pull in international screen culture. Travel Lifestyle: Emirates prepares for a surge of unaccompanied minors, and Paris heat guides focus on practical summer survival.