Faches-Thumesnil, France – In a closely watched municipal election, Brice Lauret has defeated incumbent Patrick Proisy to become the new mayor of Faches-Thumesnil. The results of the second round, held Sunday, March 22, 2026, mark a significant shift in the political landscape of this northern French city. The outcome confirms the trends observed in the … Read more
Thomas Ramos Receives a Unique Vote of Confidence After Six Nations Triumph ROUBIX, France – The euphoria surrounding the French national rugby team’s dramatic victory over England in the 2026 Six Nations Championship extended beyond the pitch and into the voting booths on Sunday. In Roubaix, during the first round of municipal elections, a ballot … Read more
Rugby Legend Serge Blanco Gains Early Lead in Biarritz Mayoral Election Biarritz, France – In a stunning turn for local politics, rugby icon Serge Blanco has emerged with a narrow lead following the first round of mayoral elections in Biarritz. The former French international fullback secured 26.68% of the vote, edging out incumbent Mayor Maider … Read more