Wildfire Evacuations (Cap Ferret): France has ordered a full evacuation of the Cap Ferret peninsula near Bordeaux as a fast-moving wildfire threatens homes, campsites and rental areas; people are being moved by boats and the only road to the mainland, with France activating the EU Civil Protection Mechanism and expecting reinforcements including Canadair and Air Tractor aircraft plus Black Hawk helicopters. Wildfire Escalation (South-West + Europe): Authorities report tens of thousands of evacuations across south-west France, with a second blaze near Biscarrosse in Landes driving further removals, while Spain has declared a national emergency as heat and drought fuel multiple fires. Travel Disruption (Safety Alert): The UK Foreign Office has issued a travel warning for France’s Gironde region, urging travellers to follow local guidance as access restrictions and road closures may change quickly. Paris Stopover (Air France): Air France and Extime Travel launched a “Paris Stopover” package for connecting passengers, bundling transfers, accommodation and activities for layovers. Long-Haul Milestone (Aviation): Qantas’ Airbus A350-1000ULR test flight landed in Melbourne after a 19-hour run from Toulouse, a step toward future non-stop routes linking France and Australia. Food Culture (Gratin Dauphinois): A fresh look at the classic Dauphiné potato gratin highlights why the cream-and-milk method keeps it silky and stable.