Today in News History
On July 12, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1302, Pierre Flotte, French politician and lawyer passed away. In 1616, Samuel de Champlain returns to Quebec. In 1723, Jean-François Marmontel, French historian and author (died 1799) was born. In 1789, Jacques Necker is dismissed as France's Finance Minister sparking the Storming of the Bastille. In 1925, Charles Chaynes, French composer (died 2016) was born. In 1940, World War II: Vichy France regime is formally established. Philippe Pétain becomes Chief of the French State. In 1960, France legislates for the independence of Dahomey (later Benin), Upper Volta (later Burkina Faso) and Niger. In 2004, Renée Saint-Cyr, French actress and producer (born 1904) passed away. In 2005, Frances Langford, American actress and singer (born 1913) passed away. In 2021, Renée Simonot, French actress (born 1911) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
I Am French Now

This week, I am French. I’m as French as a deposed dauphine, as French as a film plot of perfumed deceit. During the World Cup, there is just no profit in being American. Yes, I’m shamelessly bandwagoning, and deserting my nation on its 250th birthday. But my sentiments are with the country that will win []
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The Local France
· Jun 30, 2026
French Expression of the Day: Se mettre dans le bain
This French expression is not actually about getting in the bathtub.
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· Jul 14, 2025
French Recipes to Channel Your Inner Julia Child
It’s Bastille Day—and also Euro Summer week here at Food52—so we’re leaning all the way in with a roundup of our favorite French recipes to help you fête like you're picnicking beneath the Eiffel Tower (or at least pretending to at your dining table). From classics Julia Child would definitely approve of (hi, beef bourguignon and crème brûlée) to a few breezier, “lazy girl” picks that rely on good butter, flaky pastry, and fresh herbs, this lineup has something for every level of ambition. There’s plenty of cheese, a generous amount of wine, and more than one dish with an egg on top—just as the French intended. Read More >>
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