MotoGP Germany: Marc Marquez took pole at the Sachsenring with an all-time lap record, but Ducati teammate Marco Bezzecchi is out after breaking his collarbone in a heavy fall. France Heat & Wildfires: A severe heatwave is driving emergency measures across France, with the Eiffel Tower closing early and wildfires spreading as dozens of departments sit on red alert. Assisted Suicide Vote: France’s Senate rejected an assisted-suicide bill for the third time, sending it back to the National Assembly for another attempt. Spain Wildfire Accountability: A Belgian man’s son disputes claims that victims ignored shelter advice during the Almeria blaze, saying no guidance was given. Baltic Security & Disinformation: Latvia, Lithuania and Estonia protested Russia’s false claims about airspace access for drone strikes, warning of election-linked information operations. Germany Defence: Chancellor Friedrich Merz says Germany will buy US Tomahawk missiles and Typhon launchers to close a long-range strike gap. Tour de France: Organisers shortened Stage 9 due to an exceptionally intense heatwave, marking the first Tour stage change for weather. Crime Crackdown: France-based authorities arrested an alleged Lawrence Bishnoi gang associate, with extradition proceedings to Canada underway. Culture & Travel: A guide to saving money on an Italian vacation highlights travelling in shoulder seasons and lesser-known regions.