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Factbox-Cycling-List of Tour de France champions

Factbox-Cycling-List of Tour de France champions

PARIS, July 26 (Reuters) - List of Tour de France champions since the event was first staged in 1903 (no races during the world wars): 2026 Tadej Pogacar (Slovenia) 2025 Pogacar 2024 Pogacar 2023 Jonas Vingegaard (Denmark) 2022 Vingegaard 2021 Pogacar 2020 Pogacar 2019 Egan Bernal (Colombia) 2018
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Analysis-Germany's sick-note crackdown may be treating the symptoms, not the disease

Analysis-Germany's sick-note crackdown may be treating the symptoms, not the disease

By Francesco Canepa and Maria Martinez FRANKFURT, July 27 (Reuters) - Germany's plans to tighten sick-note rules may be mistaking the symptoms of rising absenteeism for the underlying illness, researchers say, pointing to mental health strains and deteriorating working conditions in sectors such as
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Wildfires in France and Spain Force Mass Evacuations Amidst Record Heat

Wildfires in France and Spain Force Mass Evacuations Amidst Record Heat

Wildfires in France and Spain have forced over 267,000 people to evacuate as the fires continue to rage uncontrollably. The fires have been exacerbated by record heat waves, with thick smoke affecting air quality in major cities like Madrid. In Spain, Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez declared a national emergency, emphasizing the priority of saving lives. The fires have already burned 130,000 hectares in Spain, surpassing the annual average. In France, nearly 242,000 acres have been destroyed, marking a historic record. The fires have prompted international assistance, with firefighting aircraft being deployed from other European countries.
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European Nations Support France Amid Unprecedented Wildfires

European Nations Support France Amid Unprecedented Wildfires

France is experiencing catastrophic wildfires, described by Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu as reaching 'a level that has never been seen before.' The fires, fueled by extreme heat, dry spells, and high winds, have led to the evacuation of over 260,000 people, primarily from the Gironde region near Bordeaux. The French government has increased military support for firefighting efforts, deploying over 1,000 soldiers. European countries, including Romania, Croatia, and Germany, have sent personnel and equipment to assist. The European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed solidarity with France and Spain, which is also battling severe wildfires.
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Wildfires in France and Spain Displace Over 250,000 People

Wildfires in France and Spain Displace Over 250,000 People

Wildfires in France and Spain have forced more than 250,000 people to evacuate their homes. The fires, fueled by high temperatures and climate change, have caught authorities off guard. In France, the Gironde region near Bordeaux is heavily affected, with the fire generating its own winds. The French government has mobilized soldiers and firefighting aircraft to combat the blazes, while evacuation orders have been issued to protect residents.
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Wildfires Prompt Evacuations in France and Spain Amidst Severe Heatwaves

Wildfires Prompt Evacuations in France and Spain Amidst Severe Heatwaves

Wildfires in southwestern France have forced the evacuation of thousands from the suburbs of Bordeaux, as flames move inland. In Spain, high winds have exacerbated a massive blaze near Madrid, leading to the country's first national emergency declaration over a wildfire. The fires have been fueled by sustained dry spells and heatwaves, with temperatures in the affected regions significantly above historical averages. French Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu and Interior Minister Laurent Nunez have acknowledged the unprecedented scale of the fires, with military forces being deployed to assist overwhelmed fire brigades. In Spain, additional firefighting aircraft from Italy and Greece are expected to aid in the efforts.
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Massive Wildfires in Spain and France Lead to Over 200,000 Evacuations

Massive Wildfires in Spain and France Lead to Over 200,000 Evacuations

Spain and France are battling severe wildfires, prompting the evacuation of over 200,000 people. In Spain, a national emergency was declared as fires merged near Madrid, described as the worst in the region's history. In France, the Cap Ferret peninsula was evacuated due to unpredictable fires. The blazes are fueled by extreme heat and dry conditions, with flames reaching significant heights. French President Emmanuel Macron activated the EU's civil protection mechanism to aid in firefighting efforts.
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Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations in France and Spain

Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations in France and Spain

Tens of thousands of people have been evacuated from southwest France and areas near Madrid, Spain, due to massive wildfires. In France, the Cap Ferret peninsula, a popular tourist destination, has been completely evacuated. In Spain, fires have merged outside Madrid, prompting the government to declare a national emergency, the first of its kind for a wildfire. Both countries are seeking assistance from the European Union as emergency services are overwhelmed. The fires are exacerbated by high temperatures and strong winds, creating a 'perfect storm' for rapid fire spread.
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Jürgen Klopp will define success at Germany as how they perform vs. as expectations

Jürgen Klopp will define success at Germany as how they perform vs. as expectations

Klopp’s ready to make Germany a top footballing nation again
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Meccha Chameleon Surpasses Expectations with Second-Highest PC Revenue in June

Meccha Chameleon Surpasses Expectations with Second-Highest PC Revenue in June

Meccha Chameleon Surpasses Expectations with Second-Highest PC Revenue in June
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Spain Declares First Wildfire Emergency as Fires Rage Across Europe

Spain Declares First Wildfire Emergency as Fires Rage Across Europe

Spain has declared a national emergency due to uncontrolled wildfires, marking the first time the country has activated its highest level of emergency specifically for a wildfire. The fires have forced the evacuation of over 10,000 residents near Madrid and in the Ávila province. The emergency allows Spain's interior ministry to coordinate firefighting efforts nationwide. Meanwhile, France has requested EU assistance to combat a major blaze on its Atlantic coast, leading to the evacuation of 40,000 people from the Cap Ferret peninsula.
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Spanish Government Declares National Emergency as Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations

Spanish Government Declares National Emergency as Wildfires Force Mass Evacuations

Spain has declared a national emergency due to wildfires that have forced the evacuation of approximately 10,000 people in the central region of Madrid. The fires, exacerbated by a severe heatwave, have also affected southern France, where tens of thousands have fled their homes. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed solidarity with those affected and highlighted the dramatic situation across several regions. The national emergency allows the interior ministry to oversee firefighting efforts, which include military and national firefighting brigades. The fires have already burned an estimated 1,300 square kilometers in Spain this year, significantly more than the previous year. The situation is part of a broader pattern of increasing wildfire frequency and intensity in Europe, attributed to climate change.