-
France wildfires update: Drôme fire reignites as lightning sparks new blazes
Firefighters remain on alert as dozens of departments face high risk
-
Registrations for Pope Leo XIV’s France visit open on August 10
Visit will include private meeting with victims of Church sexual abuse
-
New sanctions for unauthorised dog and cat sales in France
Pet shops face fines of up to €1,500 per animal if breaching rules
First woman referee for French Ligue 1 match
A woman has refereed a French Ligue 1 football match for the first time.
Semi-professional Stéphanie Frappart, who officiates at Ligue 2 games, issued four yellow cards during the Amiens-Strasbourg fixture on April 28.
It serves as training ahead of the Women’s World Cup, which kicks off in France in June.
See also: French Ligue 1 match has female referee for first time
