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France's tiger combat helicopters will fly during the July 14 Bastille Day parade in Paris. Four of these helicopters recently completed a mission in the Middle East, destroying Iranian Shahed drones targeting Gulf states. France 2's journalists accompanied pilots during rehearsals between Chartres and Paris.

Scandola, a UNESCO-listed nature reserve off Corsica, is experiencing increased global tourism due to its dramatic landscapes and marine biodiversity. Balancing visitor numbers with the protection of its fragile ecosystem has become a critical challenge.

Flavie Flament, a French television presenter known for hosting over twenty shows including 'Stars à domicile' on TF1, has become a prominent advocate against sexual violence. Her testimony and lawsuit against Patrick Bruel for rape led to his indictment for multiple charges, and she participated in protests demanding an 'intégrale law' against sexual violence. She also authored a book detailing a sexual assault at 13 and campaigned for extended statutes of limitations for crimes against minors.

Europe is experiencing extreme heat due to a recurring heat dome, with Spain, the United Kingdom, and France setting temperature records. Scientists attribute the intensifying heat to climate change, highlighting Europe's vulnerability as the fastest-warming continent.

The death of 11-year-old Lyhanna, found in an abandoned silo, has sparked outrage in France, with critics claiming her death was preventable due to a slow justice system that failed to detain the main suspect despite prior sexual violence reports. Activist groups are demanding stricter laws to protect women and children.

British town councils are experiencing budget cuts, leading to declining public services such as peeling paint, rundown roundabouts, and shuttered post offices. In response, volunteers in some communities are stepping in to fill gaps where the state has fallen short. A report from Yorkshire highlights this trend, as covered by France 24's Lauren Bain.