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Prices for wheat, corn and sugar are rising sharply on commodity exchanges, yet German supermarkets have so far seen little of the increase. Experts warn it is only a matter of time before higher raw material costs reach consumers, raising fears that food inflation could pick up again in Germany. The report by Angela Göpfert examines whether shoppers should brace for a new inflationary wave.

A new poll on France's 2027 presidential election suggests no candidate currently manages to unite French voters ahead of a potential second round. The survey is drawing attention as political parties begin positioning themselves well ahead of the vote, with none of the likely contenders commanding broad national support.

Iranian human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh has received the Václav Havel Human Rights Prize, per Deutsche Welle. Sotoudeh, long imprisoned for defending women's rights activists and opponents of Iran's compulsory veiling laws, is one of the country's most prominent rights defenders. The award honors individuals who defend human rights at great personal risk, and news of the honor is being reported across international outlets.

Fabien Roussel, leader of the French Communist Party, has promised to tone down criticism of Jean-Luc Mélenchon during the presidential campaign. His campaign director, senator Ian Brossat, told La Tribune that 'we will not fall into aggression.' The pledge comes as left-wing rivals position themselves for the election, with lingering tensions between the PCF and La France Insoumise.

France's pharmacists' union is warning about an early resurgence of Covid-19 and is calling on the government to move forward the vaccination campaign scheduled for mid-October. Hospitals are already feeling the strain: emergency room visits are reported to have jumped 67% among adults and 16% among children. The union's appeal puts pressure on health authorities to speed up autumn booster plans as infections climb sooner than expected.

German Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt is pushing for Frontex, the EU's border protection agency, to build a rapid intervention force capable of responding quickly to mass arrivals of migrants, citing the 2021 situation in Ceuta as an example. He also wants the agency's powers expanded, a proposal that is certain to fuel debate over migration policy and the militarisation of EU borders.

Attention in France is turning to the 2027 presidential election, with early polls pointing to a possible face-off between Marine Le Pen and Jean-Luc Mélenchon. Commentary is focusing on the political dynamics behind such a duel, including the strength of each camp's electorate and what it would mean for the country's future direction.

The Trump administration cancelled a $7 billion solar energy grant program, but a federal judge in Rhode Island has now ordered the program restored. The ruling is a setback for the administration's effort to roll back renewable energy funding and a win for states and organizations relying on those solar grants. Supporters of clean energy are highlighting the decision as a check on executive power over congressionally funded climate programs.

Almost half of home sellers in the United States are now offering incentives to close deals, ranging from cash concessions of up to $20,000 to perks like free cruises. The trend points to a cooling housing market, with buyers gaining leverage as high mortgage rates and elevated prices leave many properties sitting longer. Commenters are treating the report as a sign the seller-friendly era may be ending.

French prosecutors from the national financial office (PNF) have spelled out the consequences of a conviction for Rachida Dati in their closing requisitions: a five-year ban from public office would strip her of her mandate as mayor of the 7th arrondissement of Paris, her status as a serving magistrate, and even her work as a business lawyer. Commenters are highlighting how total the professional fallout would be if the court follows the prosecution's recommendations.

New software tools are making it easier for United States e-commerce sellers to enter European markets, according to an E-Commerce Times report. The tools are said to lower barriers such as logistics, compliance and cross-border payments, letting smaller merchants sell to European customers. Details on which tools and companies are involved were not provided.

US Representative Joaquin Castro, along with Sigrid Gonzalez and Rochelle Garza, took part in a discussion about immigration detention centers operated by ICE in Texas, as aired by San Antonio station KSAT. The conversation focused on conditions and oversight at facilities across the state, which remains central to the national immigration debate.

Radio-Canada reports on new research suggesting the brain may have evolved from the fusion of two ancestral organs. The idea, tied to studies of embryonic cells, challenges the classic view of how the brain developed over evolutionary time and is drawing attention among French-speaking science and neuroscience audiences discussing its implications for biology and evolution.

Canada has updated its travel advisory for the United States, and insurance specialists point out it carries a coverage trigger most travellers don't know exists. Travellers may be unaware that their travel insurance terms can be affected by a government advisory change, potentially leaving trips to the US with gaps in protection.

Sellers across the European Union will have to display guarantee notices both in physical shops and online within a seven-day deadline, under new EU requirements. The rule obliges retailers to inform consumers clearly about their legal warranty rights at the point of sale, whether in-store or on e-commerce platforms. Consumer groups are expected to welcome the move, while sellers face quick compliance work.

Netflix's upcoming series adaptation 'Icebreaker' has cast Daisy Jelley as Stassie and Connor Simos as Nate, according to Deadline. The casting announcement gives fans their first look at who will play two of the story's central characters, and it is drawing attention from viewers following the show's development.

Daisy Jelley and Connor Simos have been cast in the lead roles of 'Icebreaker', the upcoming Netflix series, according to Variety. The exclusive announcement gives the two relatively new names their biggest showcase yet, and attention is now turning to what the series will be about and when it will begin production.

Federal regulatory changes are reshaping the condominium market, affecting both buyers and sellers, as reported by Arkansas Business. The overhaul is expected to alter how condo transactions are conducted, though specific details of the changes and their practical impact on the market have not been elaborated in available coverage.

Beyoncé is not attending the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, extending her absence from the show to a full decade. Outlets including ELLE are reporting on her continued no-show at the ceremony, prompting fans to speculate about whether she will return to the VMAs stage in future years.