Papal Visit Watch: Pope Leo XIV’s four-day France trip (Sept. 25–28) kicks off with bells ringing nationwide and a packed run through Paris, Saint-Denis, Lourdes and Metz, including a youth vigil at Stade de France and a historic first veneration of the Holy Tunic of Argenteuil. Secularism vs Catholic Heritage: The itinerary puts France’s laïcité model under a spotlight, as officials juggle public worship, strict neutrality rules, and the country’s deep Catholic cultural roots. Crowd & Security Disruption: Police expect up to 250,000 along Paris routes and major transport curbs, with thousands of officers and firefighters deployed for the pope’s procession and events. Réunion in the Spotlight: On the entertainment front, Tropika Island of Treasure heads to Réunion Island for Season 12, with Amanda du-Pont among the celebrity cast chasing a R1 million prize. Culture Across the Ocean: “Flamboyants!” brings Creole traditions from Réunion Island to New Orleans and Puerto Rico, with a Tulane University performance tied to French-speaking community partners. Regional Security: El Salvador and 14 other governments back coordinated measures against major criminal gangs under the “Shield of the Americas” framework.