By Marco Hugo Barsotti MHB 
Welcome to am1575news, the news bulletin of France24 and Radio Centrale Milan for Tuesday October 13, 2026 in podcasting, on the medium wave and on franciaoggi.com. In the newsroom in Nice Marco Hugo Barsotti, from Paris Rachel Costa.
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Two cyber attacks paralyze the European food supply chain on the same day
We reported it as breaking news yesterday and the confirmation and analysis came in the evening: the cybersecurity team Help Net Security confirmed that, on the same day, Europe was hit by two distinct but extremely disruptive cyber attacks. The first, already in the spotlight since the morning, involved Danfoss controllers installed in France and, presumably, in Belgium. The attackers tampered with the defrost system, causing damage to refrigerated goods.
The second attack affected Ahold Delhaize, the parent group of Albert Heijn, Etos and Gall & Gall, as well as the Belgian Delhaize brands and the US chains Food Lion, Giant Food, Stop & Shop and Hannaford. The action began on the afternoon of Sunday October 11, when the group’s IT systems were disabled as a precaution, causing the closure of numerous distribution centers, with the only exception being the one in Zaandam. Websites, applications, loyalty programs and customer service remained offline, and CEO Margaret Versteden‑van Duijn warned that shelves would empty, especially for fresh products.
The consequence is an immobilized supply chain: if the refrigerators keep running, the logistics networks cannot ship, leaving stores without supplies. Two different carriers, two different targets, the same sector, the same continent: a coincidence or a coordinated campaign? In either case the attack highlights the digital vulnerability of the European food supply chain. Source: NL Times, October 11, 2026 Fact Check by Gemma4.
New student mobilisation: students return to the streets for the “five” of the movement
On Tuesday October 13 high school students gathered again in protest in Paris, a few days before the Toussaint holidays and the call to protest scheduled for Saturday. The Student Union announced a “Act V” at 2 p.m., with the march starting from Place d’Italia and proceeding to the Invalides, near Matignon and the Ministry of Education. On social media the organization stated: “They don’t listen to us, we’ll go find them”. Similar demonstrations have been announced in Rennes, Toulouse and Poitiers, with gatherings at the same time in various parts of the city.
At the same time, a strike appeal that goes beyond the education sector was launched: CGT general secretary Sophie Binet promised the presence of demonstrators to defend a mobilisation of general interest until the government responds to the demands made. President Emmanuel Macron called for calm, asking that protests take place “in order” and emphasizing the need for time, consultation and respect for youth demands.
The government has begun proposing more political responses: Education Minister Edouard Geffray promoted the hiring of 3,000 substitute teachers for the most affected schools, with their deployment already underway, according to statements from Maud Bregeon. However, student organisations deemed the proposed measures insufficient.
On Thursday the main high‑school associations – Union Syndicale Lycéenne (USL), Renouveau Lycéen and Lycéens! – met with Minister Geffray to discuss further actions. Source: franceinfo, October 12, 2026
Fact Check by Gemma4.
Global growth stronger than forecast, AI at the centre of IMF projections and France in the red
The International Monetary Fund raised its estimates for global growth, projecting an increase of 3.1 % in 2026 and maintaining 3.4 % for 2027. According to the report, the result stems from two opposing forces: on one hand the war in the Middle East and rising energy prices, which cause negative supply shocks and fuel inflation; on the other hand, the explosion of investment in artificial intelligence generates a strong demand shock, softening the negative effects of energy prices.
The AI boom has boosted growth prospects of several semiconductor‑linked countries: Taiwan is expected to record 10.7 % growth this year, while South Korea is projected at 3.3 %. The United Kingdom also benefited from the expansion of AI‑dedicated data centres, improving its forecasts.
Conversely, emerging economies are under pressure from hydrocarbon prices exacerbated by the Middle Eastern conflict. North Africa and the Middle East are the hardest hit and risk entering recession, with contraction estimates particularly severe for Saudi Arabia. The United Kingdom is expected to end the year with a 3.3 % contraction, five percentage points less than the July forecast, not accounting for possible blockages in the Bab al‑Mandab Strait caused by Yemeni Houthis. In Iraq, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain and Iran, 2026 projections show contractions ranging from 11.3 % to 16 %.
In the United States growth remains steady at 2.3 % for 2026, thanks to a balance between higher energy prices and AI investment. The euro area also shows signs of strength: growth was raised by 0.2 percentage points, exceeding 1 %. Germany, after three difficult years, is expected to grow 1.3 % in 2026, while Spain, with a forecast of 2.5 %, remains the bloc’s engine. France, on the other hand, is the only one to see a downgrade, with growth projected at just 0.4 % in 2026 and 0.7 % in 2027, due to heatwaves, fires and persistent political uncertainty.
The IMF report, however, warns that the expansion of artificial intelligence carries high risks for global financial stability. A possible reduction in AI investment or economic returns could trigger a financial tightening and market turbulence. Moreover, the spread of AI increases vulnerability to cyber‑attacks against critical financial institutions, potentially undermining market confidence and compromising essential infrastructure. Source: IMF, October 13, 2026
Fact Check by Gemma4.
LVMH records a sales decline in the fashion and leather goods division in Q3 2026
The luxury group announced on Monday October 12 the Q3 results, opening the CAC 40 publishing calendar. Total sales reached €18.5 billion, with a comparable growth of 1 % versus the previous quarter, after +3 % in the second quarter.
In the key fashion and leather goods division, which contributes about 70 % of operating profit, revenue fell 5 % on a comparable basis, moving from 1 % growth to a contraction. Analysts’ forecasts, collected by Visible Alpha and cited by Bank of America, indicated revenue of €18.487 billion with a comparable increase of 1.4 %; for the same division, consensus predicted a 2 % decline, while some analysts, including Bank of America, expected a sharper drop of 4 %.
The group’s other activities helped offset the slowdown: the watches and jewellery divisions grew 6 %, selective distribution, particularly Sephora, 8 %, wines and spirits 6 % and perfumes and cosmetics 1 % on a comparable basis. By geographic region, revenues in Asia, excluding Japan, contracted 5 % after a +4 % in the previous quarter, while the United States recorded 5 % growth, Japan 6 % and Europe a rise of 4 %.
Tensions in China, fueled by a legal dispute with the local tea chain Molly Tea, have negatively affected the brand’s perception. According to CFO Cécile Cabanis, the issue had a negative impact, at least in the early phase of the period, although it is difficult to quantify the exact damage. Bank of America estimated that the controversy reduced fashion and leather goods division sales by about one percentage point.
Forecasts for next year indicate a possible rebound of fashion and leather goods growth to 4 % in 2027, up from the current 0.9 % forecast for 2026, according to Goldman Sachs analyses.
The Paris Stock Exchange will react to Tuesday’s opening of LVMH’s quotes, while in New York the company’s ADRs closed down 2.3 % around 6 p.m.
Source: BFM Bourse, October 12, 2026
Fact Check by Gemma4.
Welcome to the international bulletin from FranceToday and Radio Centrale Milan for Tuesday October 13, 2026 on FranceToday.com in podcasting and on Medium Wave at 1575 kHz.
From Paris, I am Rachel Costa.
Morocco inaugurates the first state‑funded museum of Jewish culture
The government of Mohammed VI opened in Fez a museum dedicated to Moroccan Jewish culture, a unique initiative in an Arab‑Muslim country. The project, entirely funded with public money, aims to celebrate the long history of the Jewish community in the kingdom and strengthen intercultural ties in a period of geopolitical tensions. The opening ceremony, attended by local authorities and diaspora representatives, was accompanied by a strong message of reconciliation and of valuing shared heritage.
Ukraine: former General Syrskyi accuses Russia of having lost offensive capability
Former Ukrainian intelligence chief Oleksandr Syrskyi gave his first interview after being removed from command, stating that Russian forces have suffered a serious loss of offensive capability. He explained that the lack of effective logistics and the growing loss of equipment have compromised Kyiv’s operations, opening the way to possible counter‑offensives. His statements, broadcast live by the BBC, sparked a lively debate among international military analysts.
Future of the global economy: the IMF forecasts a 3 % growth in 2026
The International Monetary Fund published its 2026 forecasts, indicating a 3 % global growth despite energy instability and geopolitical tensions. The report emphasizes that investments in artificial intelligence are helping to sustain the recovery, especially in Asia. However, the document warns that economic resilience is approaching its limits, due to persistent inflation and high sovereign debt.
The French government announces a €10 “cap” for fuel consumers
Transport Minister Sébastien Lecornu stated that from 1 November distributors will be obliged to reduce the price of gasoline by at least €10 per litre. The measure was designed to offset the recent free‑flow of 10 million barrels of strategic diesel reserves. Authorities have asked companies to quickly pass the savings on to customers, in a context of still‑high inflation.
Cyberattack hits French supermarket refrigerators
A new‑generation cyber attack paralyzed the refrigeration systems of over three hundred Les Mousquetaires stores, resulting in loss of fresh products. Director Thierry Cotillard reported that hackers exploited a vulnerability in a Danish software, demonstrating the growing threat of cyber‑risks to the food supply chain. Authorities are investigating to identify the perpetrators and prevent future attacks.
The International Monetary Fund warns of a possible “disjointed peak” in bond yields
In a note released from its Bangkok office, the IMF issued a warning about the possibility of a sudden rise in bond yields due to the buildup of public debt and persistent inflation. The suggestion is to closely monitor sovereign bond markets, especially in emerging countries, where the risk of capital outflows could trigger financial turbulence. Analysts underline the importance of prudent fiscal policies to curb rate pressures.
Koan of the day
A monk asked the Master: “If bond yields rise like raging waves, is it the weight of debt or the thirst for inflation that drives them?”
The Master replied: “Debt is a raft that floats on a sea of inflation; one cannot exist without the other, but the raft does not hear the whisper of the wind until it sinks.”
The monk, more profound, asked: “Then, which discipline should guide the finances of emerging peoples, prudence or the fear of loss?”
The Master concluded with a smile: “Prudence is an echo that fades only when the helm is a promise; fear, on the other hand, is the only helm that never breaks, yet it leads no one to shore.”
But let’s return to the news.
Red Bull uses artificial intelligence to improve Max Verstappen’s real‑time decision‑making
Red Bull’s Formula 1 team has integrated an artificial intelligence platform that processes telemetry data and race scenarios in a few milliseconds. The technology allows Max Verstappen to receive immediate strategic advice, such as tyre management and pit‑stop decisions. Project leaders said the AI is already positively influencing performance, marking a breakthrough in the use of sports data.
Meta’s “latest” artificial intelligences challenge OpenAI and Anthropic
Meta unveiled two new text‑generation models, Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full, aiming to compete directly with OpenAI’s and Anthropic’s offerings. The models promise better contextual understanding and a more creative response capability, while keeping computational costs lower. According to experts at The Information, Meta’s move could reshape the balance of the generative AI market in the coming months.
Nvidia chip champion backs the cancellation of Firmus’s Australian IPO
Following a review of market prospects, cloud‑computing company Firmus, backed by Nvidia, cancelled its $5 billion Australian IPO plan. Nvidia decided to revise its strategy of supporting chip startups, deemed too risky amid market volatility. The IPO cancellation reflects current uncertainties in the semiconductor ecosystem and the challenges of raising capital in a context of rising interest rates.
Weather Paris, Monaco Monte Carlo and Milan for Tuesday October 13, 2026
Paris – predominantly cloudy day with possible showers
In the morning Paris presents a very cloudy sky with brief clearings, temperature around 18 °C and light wind of 10 km/h with gusts up to 25 km/h. In the afternoon temperatures rise to 23 °C, the sky becomes more variable and gusts increase to 35 km/h, with a 35 % chance of rain according to expert Régis Crêpet. In the evening a cooling to 18 °C is recorded, wind eases to 2 km/h and clouds thin out, but the risk of brief showers remains at 60 %. Night ends the day with temperatures of 13 °C, slightly cloudy sky and stable weather conditions, without precipitation. The day’s minimum temperature is 13 °C, the maximum 23 °C, with wind varying from light to moderate and precipitation limited to isolated brief showers.
Monaco Monte Carlo – mild and variable climate
In the morning in Monaco the sky is clear and the thermometer reads 17 °C, with calm wind of 15 km/h. In the afternoon it warms up to 22 °C, the sky becomes half‑covered with scattered clouds and wind rises to 20 km/h from the west. Late afternoon temperatures drop slightly to 20 °C, the sky becomes more variable and gusts stay around 15 km/h, with no rain risk. At night at 17 °C the situation remains calm, with light wind of 10 km/h and slightly cloudy sky. The day shows minima of 17 °C and maxima of 22 °C, weak‑moderate winds and no precipitation.
Milan – dry and moderate weather
In the morning in Milan the thermometer reads 16 °C, cloudy sky with some openings and light east‑northeast wind of 2 km/h, without precipitation. Late morning clouds thin slightly, temperature rises to 17 °C and wind shifts to 1‑2 km/h from the east. The afternoon features mostly clear sky, temperature around 20 °C, southwest wind of 2‑3 km/h and no rain, as reported by expert Daniele Berlusconi of 3BMeteo. Evening becomes cooler with 18 °C, still mostly clear sky and light southeast wind. Night ends at 17 °C, sky with slight veil and light wind of 2 km/h. Daily temperatures range from a low of 15 °C to a high of 20 °C, with light winds from variable directions and no precipitation expected.
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