Feb 08: Jack Lang Resigns, Olympic Spectacle, and Futsal Heartbreak

February 08, 2026 04:42

About this episode

Explore the latest news from France, including Jack Lang's resignation amid a financial scandal, the dazzling opening ceremony of the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, and the emotional end of France's Euro 2026 Futsal campaign. We also discuss the ongoing threats to activist Amine Kessaci and political support for Marine Le Pen during her trial.

00:00 - France Today
00:39 - Jack Lang Resigns as President of Institut du monde arabe Amid Epstein Financial Investigation
01:24 - Spectacular Multi-City Opening Ceremony Marks Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, Featuring France's Largest Delegation
02:14 - France’s Euro 2026 Futsal Journey Ends in Heartbreaking Third-Place Loss to Croatia
02:59 - French Anti-Drug Activist Amine Kessaci Faces Serious Threats, Political and Police Support Intensifies
03:42 - Jordan Bardella Stands Firm Behind Marine Le Pen Amid Her Trial and Leads National Rally’s Municipal Campaign
04:28 - Finishing up

Spectacular Multi-City Opening Ceremony Marks Milan Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, Featuring France's Largest Delegation
Jordan Bardella Stands Firm Behind Marine Le Pen Amid Her Trial and Leads National Rally’s Municipal Campaign
Jack Lang Resigns as President of Institut du monde arabe Amid Epstein Financial Investigation
French Anti-Drug Activist Amine Kessaci Faces Serious Threats, Political and Police Support Intensifies
France’s Euro 2026 Futsal Journey Ends in Heartbreaking Third-Place Loss to Croatia

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