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France: Wildfire Smoke Reaches Bordeaux City Center

Smoke from wildfires burning in the Arcachon Basin reached downtown Bordeaux, with footage showing hazy skies over the Place de l'Hôtel de Ville as the air quality deteriorated. The video's poster described the air as barely breathable, even as pedestrians and cyclists continued moving through the square near Bordeaux's cathedral.

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France: Landes Wildfire Burns 3,600 Hectares Near Biscarrosse 2

A wildfire near Biscarrosse, France, has burned 3,600 hectares since Thursday, July 23. About 3,000 of 37,000 evacuees returned home Saturday as over 500 firefighters battled the blaze. A separate fire in nearby Gironde has burned 42,000 hectares and forced 220,000 evacuations.

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France: Horses Dash Through Biscarrosse Streets Amid Wildfire

Panicked horses were seen bolting through the streets of Biscarrosse, Landes, on Thursday, July 23, after a wildfire broke out near the town, burning 3,600 hectares and forcing more than 30,000 residents to evacuate.

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Spain: Wildfire Near Vall d’Uixó Forces Mass Evacuations in Castellón 4

A wildfire broke out near Vall d'Uixó in the Valencian province of Castellón on Saturday, July 25, forcing the evacuation of 19,000 residents across 16 municipalities, with authorities saying the blaze is beyond firefighting capacity.

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Spain: Burgohondo Fire Continues to Rage, Prompting Historic Emergency Declaration 2

A wildfire that broke out in Burgohondo, in Spain's Ávila province, quickly escalated as it spread and devastated the Valle de Iruelas nature reserve. It was part of a series of blazes across Ávila and the neighboring Madrid region that forced more than 60,000 people to evacuate or shelter in place by the weekend, prompting Spain to declare its first-ever national state of emergency over wildfires.

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Spain: Wildfire Smoke Blankets Madrid Region

Wildfire smoke blanketed parts of the Community of Madrid region on Friday, July 24, triggering poor air quality and low visibility. Madrid's Emergency Service urged residents to limit outdoor activity, close windows, and wear masks if going outside.

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Spain: Burgohondo Fire Continues to Rage, Prompting Historic Emergency Declaration

A wildfire that broke out in Burgohondo, in Spain's Ávila province, quickly escalated as it spread and devastated the Valle de Iruelas nature reserve. It was part of a series of blazes in Ávila and the neighboring Madrid region that forced the evacuation of around 60,000 people, prompting Spain to declare its first-ever national state of emergency over wildfires on Friday, July 24.

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Spain: National Emergency Declared Over Madrid Wildfires

Spain declared a national emergency in Madrid on Friday, July 24, after wildfires reached the outskirts of Madrid, evacuating more than 10,000 people. The national emergency was also issued for the neighboring province of Ávila, where fires have similarly threatened nearby communities. This video shows smoke from wildfires blanketing Aldea del Fresno.

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France: Wildfire Breaks Out Near Biscarrosse, Sparking Mass Evacuation

A wildfire broke out near Biscarrosse in southwestern France on Thursday, July 23, after a truck caught fire on the D652 road. It has burned more than 2,500 hectares, prompting the evacuation of more than 25,000 people.

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Spain: Smoke Blankets Villamantilla as Madrid Wildfires Spread

Multiple wildfires burned simultaneously across Madrid region on Thursday, July 23, forcing evacuations and confinements in several towns. Strong winds and high temperatures fueled the flames, and more than 10,000 people were evacuated across the affected areas. This video shows smoke from wildfires blanketing Villamantilla.

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Spain: Wildfire Breaks Out in Cervelló, Near Barcelona

A wildfire broke out in Cervelló, near Barcelona, on Wednesday, July 22, forcing the confinement of about 300 people from Les Rovires and Can Paulet. The fire burned 16 hectares, officials said. No injuries have been reported.

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France: Car Fire Near Nantes Roma Camp Burns Over 10 Hectares

A car caught fire near the Roma camp at Prairie de Mauves in Nantes, France, on Monday, July 20, and the blaze spread to burn more than 10 hectares, destroying several caravans. The nearby rail line was suspended, residents including those from the camp were evacuated, and ENEDIS preemptively cut power, leaving 369 customers without electricity, with no injuries reported so far.

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Spain: Nearly Two Million Gather in Madrid for World Cup Victory Parade 4

Nearly two million people gathered in Madrid on Monday, July 20, as Spain's World Cup-winning team held an open-top bus victory parade. The squad was first welcomed at Zarzuela Palace by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, before meeting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and making its way through the city center to Cibeles Square.

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Spain: Nearly Two Million Gather in Madrid for World Cup Victory Parade 2

Nearly two million people gathered in Madrid on Monday, July 20, as Spain's World Cup-winning team held an open-top bus victory parade. The squad was first welcomed at Zarzuela Palace by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, before meeting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and making its way through the city center to Cibeles Square.

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Spain: Nearly Two Million Gather in Madrid for World Cup Victory Parade

Nearly two million people gathered in Madrid on Monday, July 20, as Spain's World Cup-winning team held an open-top bus victory parade. The squad was first welcomed at Zarzuela Palace by King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia, before meeting Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and making its way through the city center to Cibeles Square.

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World Cup 2026 – Argentina: Thousands Gather at Obelisk After Final Loss

Thousands of Argentina fans in Buenos Aires gathered around the Obelisco on Sunday, July 19, to thank Lionel Messi and coach Lionel Scaloni despite the team's 1-0 loss to Spain in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final. The gathering later turned tense when clashes broke out between some fans and police, who used a water cannon to disperse the crowd.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis De La Fuente Castillo attends a press conference in New York on July 17, 2026, two days ahead of the football World Cup final against Argentina.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis De La Fuente Castillo attends a press conference in New York on July 17, 2026, two days ahead of the football World Cup final against Argentina.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente Castillo (C) instructs his players in the second half of the World Cup football final against Argentina at New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis De La Fuente Castillo (C) holds the World Cup trophy following a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup football final at New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis De La Fuente Castillo (C) raises the World Cup trophy following a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup football final at New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis De La Fuente Castillo (front, R) raises the World Cup trophy following a 1-0 victory over Argentina in the World Cup football final at New York/New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.

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Spain: Saharan Dust Haze Blankets Malaga at Sunrise

Southern Spain woke up to hazy, dust-filled skies on Saturday, July 18, as calima -- suspended Saharan dust -- settled over Malaga and much of the southeastern peninsula. This time-lapse video captured the sun rising through haze over Montes de Malaga.

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World Cup 2026 – Spain Fans Celebrate World Cup Final Berth After Beating France 3

Spain beat France 2-0 in the World Cup semifinal on Tuesday, July 14, booking their place in Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Fans were seen celebrating the result across Spain.

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World Cup 2026 – Spain Fans Celebrate World Cup Final Berth After Beating France 2

Spain beat France 2-0 in the World Cup semifinal on Tuesday, July 14, booking their place in Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Fans were seen celebrating the result around the world.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente Castillo leaves the pitch following a 2-0 victory over France in a World Cup semifinal football match at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on July 14, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente Castillo (2nd from R) reacts after Mikel Oyarzabal scored the team's first goal from the penalty spot in the first half of a World Cup semifinal football match against France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on July 14, 2026.

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France: Wildfire in Lozère Burns Over 100 Hectares and One House

Firefighters battled a wildfire overnight near Saint-Bonnet-Laval in Lozère, southern France, burning around 100 hectares and destroying a house before crews contained it by early Tuesday, July 14, cutting off its spread toward Chapeauroux as winds eased. It was the second such fire in the area within a week, with roughly 110 firefighters deployed and two nearby campsites evacuated as a precaution.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente Castillo attends a press conference at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on July 13, 2026, a day before a World Cup semifinal football match against France.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente Castillo speaks at a press conference ahead of a World Cup semifinal football match against France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on July 13, 2026.

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France: Fireworks Mortar Sparks Fire on Vacant Lot in Angers

A fire broke out around midnight on Tuesday, July 14, in the Hauts de Saint-Aubin district of Angers, France. The blaze, which burned a vacant area, was caused by a fireworks mortar.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente Castillo attends a press conference ahead of a World Cup semifinal football match against France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on July 13, 2026.

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Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente Castillo speaks at a press conference ahead of a World Cup semifinal football match against France at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on July 13, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Alex de Minaur of Australia plays in the men's singles second round at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 2, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Alex de Minaur of Australia plays in the men's singles second round at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 2, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Alex de Minaur of Australia plays in the men's singles fourth round at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 6, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji (L) of Japan poses with the victor's trophy after winning the women's wheelchair singles title at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026, alongside runner-up Diede De Groot of the Netherlands. Kamiji completed a career Golden Slam, collecting all four Grand Slam titles as well as a Paralympic gold at the 2024 Paris Games.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan plays against Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan shouts after winning a point against Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan reacts after beating Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan reacts after beating Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan reacts after beating Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan plays against Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan reacts after beating Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan reacts after beating Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan plays against Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan plays against Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan plays against Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan plays against Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Tennis: Wimbledon championships

Yui Kamiji of Japan plays against Diede De Groot of the Netherlands in the women's wheelchair singles final at the Wimbledon tennis tournament in London on July 11, 2026.

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