Ambitious Paris Olympics opening ceremony set to be marred by rain
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Ambitious Paris Olympics opening ceremony set to be marred by rain

India Today  

The ambitious Paris Olympics opening ceremony is set to be marred by rainfall expects Meteo-France, the French weather service. “Forecasts have yet to be confirmed.” Paris Olympics: Full Coverage Courtesy: Weather.com Instead of a traditional march into a stadium, about 6,800 athletes will parade on more than 90 boats on the Seine River for 6 kilometres. PARIS OLYMPICS OPENING CEREMONY: DETAILS The Paris 2024 Olympics will officially commence with a historic Opening Ceremony on the river Seine on Friday, July 26, with India participating in the event. The Paris 2024 Olympics Opening Ceremony will kick off 16 days of elite competition across 32 disciplines.

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Colourful, joyous opening ceremony kickstarts Paralympic Games Paris 2024
4 months, 1 week ago

Colourful, joyous opening ceremony kickstarts Paralympic Games Paris 2024

Al Jazeera  

A splash of colour and hope for inclusivity headlined the opening ceremony as more than 4,000 athletes paraded in Paris. Against the backdrop of a setting sun, thousands of athletes paraded down the famed Champs-Elysees avenue to Place de la Concorde in central Paris where French President Emmanuel Macron officially declared the Paralympic Games open on Wednesday night. Rest assured, …

All to know about Paralympic Games Paris 2024: Schedule, events, venues
4 months, 1 week ago

All to know about Paralympic Games Paris 2024: Schedule, events, venues

Al Jazeera  

When and where will the Paralympics opening ceremony be held? The Paralympic Games 2024 will be held in the French capital from Wednesday and will see thousands of athletes compete for coveted medals. The 18 venues across Paris and its outskirts that will play host to games are: Stade de France: Para athletics Para athletics Roland-Garros Stadium: Wheelchair tennis Wheelchair …

Paris Olympics 2024: River Seine, fickle star of the Games
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: River Seine, fickle star of the Games

Firstpost  

Winding its way through the centre of Paris, past famed attractions such as the Invalides, Place de la Concorde, and the Grand Palais, river Seine sparkled. AP The River Seine was the fickle star of the Paris Olympics, taking centre stage at the opening ceremony and open water swimming and triathlon events despite a running saga over water quality. “Dantesque …

2024 Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony review: Tom Cruise takes flight in show that’s less high art, more pop concert
4 months, 4 weeks ago

2024 Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony review: Tom Cruise takes flight in show that’s less high art, more pop concert

The Independent  

Get our free weekly email for all the latest cinematic news from our film critic Clarisse Loughrey Get our The Life Cinematic email for free Get our The Life Cinematic email for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy “This is not the time for high …

Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony: Parisian theatre, visual spectacle, and Hollywood end Summer Games
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony: Parisian theatre, visual spectacle, and Hollywood end Summer Games

The Hindu  

Highlighting the marriage of tradition and modernity as one of its underlying themes, Paris 2024, which began unconventionally on the beautiful Seine river, closed the greatest show on earth conventionally with the Stade de France serving as a grand theatre to emphasise the Olympic Games as a human monument. For the first time, the women’s marathon concluded the Olympic Games …

Paris Olympics 2024 close, Los Angeles takes torch: Five key takeaways
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024 close, Los Angeles takes torch: Five key takeaways

Al Jazeera  

As the 2024 games end with a spectacular closing ceremony, we take a look back on the two-week sports spectacular. Here are five key takeaways from this year’s Olympics: ‘From one day to the next, the whole of France became Olympic’ Paris brought down the curtain on an Olympic Games that brought scintillating sport to the heart of the French …

Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony highlights: Snoop Dogg and Tom Cruise welcome Olympics to LA, Phoenix rises in the Air, and athletes rebel as Paris bids adieu
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony highlights: Snoop Dogg and Tom Cruise welcome Olympics to LA, Phoenix rises in the Air, and athletes rebel as Paris bids adieu

ABC  

Well, friends, we did it. Women's marathon gets the coolest medal ceremony As the final event of the Paris Olympics, finishing late on Sunday, the women's marathon gets the best possible medal ceremony: right in the middle of the Stade de France. The Red Hot Chili Peppers soundtrack the montage featuring iconic athletes Kate Courtney, Michael Johnson, and Jagger Eaton …

Paris bids adieu to 2024 Olympic Games with glittering closing ceremony at Stade de France
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris bids adieu to 2024 Olympic Games with glittering closing ceremony at Stade de France

India TV News  

After 16 days of non-stop sporting action, Paris said farewell to the 2024 Olympic Games with a glittering closing ceremony at Stade de France on Sunday, August 11. A pre-recorded showed the journey of the Olympic Torch which arrived at the Stadium followed by official farewell speeches from the International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach and the 2024 Paris Organising …

AP PHOTO: Paris closes out the 2024 Olympics with a final star-studded show
4 months, 4 weeks ago

AP PHOTO: Paris closes out the 2024 Olympics with a final star-studded show

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Paris has closed out two …

Paris Olympics 2024: France turned the Games into a citywide party for everyone.
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: France turned the Games into a citywide party for everyone.

Slate  

This is part of Slate’s 2024 Olympics coverage. I even loved the golf, which surprised me by being the Olympics’ most egalitarian spectator experience, all ticket holders equal in our dignified scrambling up the grassy hillocks around the course. “Paris Superstar,” read the cover of Saturday’s Libération, the left-wing daily that can usually be counted on for Olympic cynicism. Even …

As Olympic competition winds down, Paris security services shift their focus to the closing ceremony
4 months, 4 weeks ago

As Olympic competition winds down, Paris security services shift their focus to the closing ceremony

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy As the Olympic competition winds …

Paris Olympics 2024 day 16 live updates: Closing ceremony of 33rd Olympic Games ends
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024 day 16 live updates: Closing ceremony of 33rd Olympic Games ends

The Hindu  

This LIVE is now closed. The gigantic Stade de France resembled a concert hall hosting a party to celebrate the fortnight of sporting excellence as the breathtaking closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics kicked off with athletes marching into the iconic stadium to thunderous applause. The two-hour-long show, created by Thomas Jolly, began with a musical ode to the Games’ …

Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony: When and where to watch, IST timing, event details
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony: When and where to watch, IST timing, event details

The Hindu  

After just over more that three weeks, the 33rd edition of the Olympic Games is set to conclude in Paris on August 12, Monday. ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE PARIS 2024 OLYMPICS CLOSING CEREMONY What time will the Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony start? Where is the Paris 2024 Olympics closing ceremony taking place? Where to watch the …

Amid concerns about dirty water and strong current, marathon swimmers dive into the Seine River
5 months ago

Amid concerns about dirty water and strong current, marathon swimmers dive into the Seine River

Associated Press  

PARIS — A bridge lined with ornate statues overlooks an Olympic open water course like no other. But, of course, you’re concerned because no one wants to get ill.” Auboeck can certainly see the appeal of holding open water in the Seine, the river that slices through one of the world’s most picturesque cities. It’s the real results,” said Britta …

Paris 2024 Olympics: Marathon swimming familiarisation session to go ahead on Wednesday
5 months ago

Paris 2024 Olympics: Marathon swimming familiarisation session to go ahead on Wednesday

The Hindu  

The familiarisation session for the Paris Olympics marathon swimming event in the Seine river will go ahead as scheduled on Wednesday after water quality tests met thresholds, organisers said. A meeting was held on water quality early on Wednesday and attended by representatives from World Aquatics, Paris Games organisers and other stakeholders involved in carrying out the tests. reviewed during …

Paris 2024 Olympics: Open water training in River Seine for marathon swimming cancelled, organisers say
5 months ago

Paris 2024 Olympics: Open water training in River Seine for marathon swimming cancelled, organisers say

The Hindu  

The marathon swimming familiarisation session scheduled for Tuesday in the river Seine has been cancelled, Paris 2024 Olympics organisers said. “After the daily situation meeting this morning between Ville de Paris, Paris 2024 and World Aquatics, it has been decided that the familiarisation session to take place today, 6 August 2024, is cancelled,” World Aquatics said in a statement. Training …

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day 11 - August 6: What are the medal events today?
5 months ago

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day 11 - August 6: What are the medal events today?

The Hindu  

The 33rd edition of the Summer Olympics began in Paris on July 26 and concludes on August 11. On Tuesday, medal events will be held across equestrian, sailing, diving, skateboarding, wrestling, athletics, track cycling and boxing. Here are the medal events for Day 11 of Paris 2024 Olympics :- 13:30 - Equestrian - Jumping Individual Final 18:13 - Sailing - …

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day Nine - August 4: What are the medal events today?
5 months ago

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day Nine - August 4: What are the medal events today?

The Hindu  

The 33rd edition of the Summer Olympics began in Paris on July 26 and concludes on August 11. On Sunday, medal events will be held across golf, equestrian, tennis, boxing, table tennis, cycling, archery, artistic gymnastics, badminton, shooting, swimming, fencing and athletics. Here are the medal events for Day Nine of Paris 2024 Olympics :- 12:30 - Golf - Men’s …

Paris 2024 Olympics schedule and day-by-day events
5 months ago

Paris 2024 Olympics schedule and day-by-day events

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. With an …

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day Eight - August 3: What are the medal events today?
5 months ago

Paris 2024 Olympics, Day Eight - August 3: What are the medal events today?

The Hindu  

The 33rd edition of the Summer Olympics began in Paris on July 26 and concludes on August 11. On Saturday, medal events will be held across shooting, equestrian, rowing, road cycling, tennis, table tennis, sailing, archery, badminton, artistic gymnastics, judo, boxing, fencing, athletics, swimming and surfing. Here are the medal events for Day Eight of Paris 2024 Olympics :- 13:00 …

Fans and athletes blast Paris Olympic Games organisers for a lack of cold water as temperatures in French capital reach a scorching 37C
5 months, 1 week ago

Fans and athletes blast Paris Olympic Games organisers for a lack of cold water as temperatures in French capital reach a scorching 37C

Daily Mail  

There was fresh humiliation for Games’ organisers last night after sweltering fans and athletes blasted the lack of cold water as concerns about E.coli in the River Siene led to the men’s triathlon being postponed. In the early hours of Sunday morning, a pre-race triathlon event due to take place in the Seine was cancelled due to water quality concerns …

Paris Olympics water sports: What events should move to the Seine, like the opening ceremony?
55 years ago

Paris Olympics water sports: What events should move to the Seine, like the opening ceremony?

Slate  

This is part of Slate’s 2024 Olympics coverage. The downside: If you put team handball in the Seine, then it just becomes water polo, and—Flavor Flav’s patronage notwithstanding—water polo is even less popular than team handball. You’d line a bunch of little boats up in the Seine, and instead of jumping over hurdles, the competitors would jump from the bow …

Sorry is the hardest word for Paris Olympics organisers once again as exaggerated excuses of rainfall are used to postpone triathlon events - with the River Seine STILL not safe to swim in, writes MIK
5 months, 1 week ago

Sorry is the hardest word for Paris Olympics organisers once again as exaggerated excuses of rainfall are used to postpone triathlon events - with the River Seine STILL not safe to swim in, writes MIK

Daily Mail  

The reasoning stank almost as much as the scandal itself. ‘The equivalent of July rainfall fell in just 36 hours,’ Paris 2024 official Anne Descamps told reporters when asked why – once again – triathlon events in the River Seine were postponed. Paris 2024 official Anne Descamps claimed 'the equivalent of July rainfall fell in just 36 hours' as the …

Paris Olympics Braces For Heat Wave, Thunderstorms
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics Braces For Heat Wave, Thunderstorms

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING PARIS — The 2024 Olympics famously launched with a rain-soaked opening ceremony that drenched athletes and spectators alike. Most of France is under a heat wave warning Tuesday, with temperatures in Paris and surrounding areas expected to climb to 35 C or higher, the national weather agency said. the horses struggle less than the average human being.” …

Paris Olympics confirm SECOND event is postponed, just hours before it was meant to begin - after triathlon was delayed due to concerns over Seine's water quality
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics confirm SECOND event is postponed, just hours before it was meant to begin - after triathlon was delayed due to concerns over Seine's water quality

Daily Mail  

Paris Olympics chiefs have confirmed that a second event has been postponed, just four days into the tournament. The 2024 Games were dealt a major blow on Tuesday morning when the triathlon event was forced to be postponed - due to concerns over the Seine's water quality. The Paris Olympics have confirmed that the heats in the surfing have been …

Paris Olympics brings out hoses and misters to cool down fans during heat wave
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics brings out hoses and misters to cool down fans during heat wave

Associated Press  

PARIS — The 2024 Olympics famously launched with a rain-soaked opening ceremony that drenched athletes and spectators alike. Paris 2024 organizers have aimed to cut the event’s carbon footprint, with measures like turning to an underfloor cooling system and insulation instead of air conditioning at the Olympic village where athletes are staying. “I’m a big, big sweater,” Draper said, his …

Paris Olympics is bracing for a heat wave following a soggy start
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics is bracing for a heat wave following a soggy start

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Most of France is under a heat wave warning …

Paris put on major storm alert during Olympic Games
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris put on major storm alert during Olympic Games

New Indian Express  

PARIS: France's meteorological service on Tuesday put Paris and its surrounding suburbs on a major storm alert as the city hosts the Olympic Games. The storm alert comes as Paris swelters in heat forecast to reach 35 degrees Celsius on Tuesday as it hosts the fourth day of the Games. The scorching temperatures will be keenly felt by Olympians competing …

Paris Olympics boosted by raucous fans in return of spectators for first time since pandemic
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics boosted by raucous fans in return of spectators for first time since pandemic

Associated Press  

PARIS — The chants of “Ra-fa! South Korean fans watch during the Archery women’s team semifinals competition between South Korea and Mexico at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Sunday, July 28, 2024, in Paris, France. “I’m someone that thrives off crowd and the environment, so when that wasn’t there in Tokyo, I really struggled to get up for it, and then …

Paris Olympics: Swimming training cancelled for a second day over Seine water quality
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics: Swimming training cancelled for a second day over Seine water quality

The Hindu  

Paris Olympics organisers cancelled the triathlon swimming training session for the second day in a row on Monday, with 24 hours to go until the men's race, after heavy rain affected water quality levels in the Seine. The women's individual race is scheduled for Wednesday, also at 8 a.m. A swimmable Seine is a key legacy Games organisers aim to …

Paris Olympics Organisers Apologise for 'Last Supper' Themed Opening Ceremony Featuring Drag Queens
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics Organisers Apologise for 'Last Supper' Themed Opening Ceremony Featuring Drag Queens

News 18  

Paris Olympics organisers said Sunday they were “really sorry” if any offence was caused by their daring and quirky opening ceremony while denying any intention to “disrespect” religion after complaints from French bishops. “Clearly there was never an intention to show disrespect to any religious group,” Paris 2024 spokeswoman Anne Descamps told reporters on Sunday. French President Emmanuel Macron said …

Paris Olympics 2024, Day 2 Live Updates: PV Sindhu Defeats Maldivian Opponent In Under 30 Minutes
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024, Day 2 Live Updates: PV Sindhu Defeats Maldivian Opponent In Under 30 Minutes

ABP News  

Paris Olympics 2024, Day 2 Live Updates: Welcome to ABP Live’s live coverage of Day 2 of the Paris Olympics 2024. PV Sindhu begins her quest for a third consecutive Olympic medal against Pakistan's Fatimath Abdul Razzaq in her first group stage match. Dhinidhi Desinghu will compete in the women's 200m freestyle swimming heats, while two-time world champion Nikhat Zareen …

For Olympic athletes soaked by rain at the opening ceremony, getting sick isn’t a concern
5 months, 1 week ago

For Olympic athletes soaked by rain at the opening ceremony, getting sick isn’t a concern

Associated Press  

PARIS — The Olympians were wet for hours. “I waited until a little bit into the rain, so I was pretty wet when I put it on, but that’s OK,” Spain women’s basketball player Megan Gustafson said. “It was still fun.” At the end of practice Saturday in Villneuve-d’Ascq, where the Olympics are playing the group stage for basketball, Gustafson …

In Pictures: Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony dazzles audience of 5,00,000
5 months, 1 week ago

In Pictures: Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony dazzles audience of 5,00,000

The Hindu  

The Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony took place on July 26 with a splendour like never before. Famous retired French football player and football manager Zinedine Zidane carries the Olympic torch to pass on to Rafale Nadal at the inaugural ceremony at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Friday July 26. Spanish Tennis player Rafael Nadal carries the Olympic torch after …

2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony review: Interminable Seine procession is a washout
5 months, 1 week ago

2024 Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony review: Interminable Seine procession is a washout

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. And yet, as Claire Balding announced at the commencement …

Top 6 moments from the opening ceremony of 2024 Paris Olympics
5 months, 1 week ago

Top 6 moments from the opening ceremony of 2024 Paris Olympics

Firstpost  

Opening ceremony of 2024 Paris Olympics: The rain made it damp, some of the performances made it boundary-breaking and genre-defying, while the ceremony on the Seine River made it unprecedented. It eventually ended with French Olympic gold medalists Teddy Riner and Marie-Jose Perec together lighting up the Olympic cauldron as President Emmanuel Macron declared the 2024 Paris Olympic Games open. …

Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony Highlights: Sharath Kamal, PV Sindhu Carry Tricolour Over Seine as French Conjure up Instant Classic
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024 Opening Ceremony Highlights: Sharath Kamal, PV Sindhu Carry Tricolour Over Seine as French Conjure up Instant Classic

News 18  

Live Updates: Paris Olympics 2024 Day 1 India Stay tuned for live updates on India’s performance on Day 1 of the Paris Olympics 2024. GO4TSMerci Carl Lewis, Rafael Nadal, Nadia Comaneci, Serena Williams, un relais de légendes#Paris2024 📷 Getty / Richard Pelham pic.twitter.com/vq7pbS549T — Paris 2024 July 26, 2024 Olympic Games Paris 2024 Opening Ceremony Live Updates: ZIZOU'S BACK! 🔥 …

Paris Olympics 2024: Indian Contingent Shines At Grand Opening Ceremony | River Seine | France
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics 2024: Indian Contingent Shines At Grand Opening Ceremony | River Seine | France

Hindustan Times  

Paris Olympics 2024: Indian Contingent Shines At Grand Opening Ceremony | River Seine | France Paris Olympics 2024: For the first time in a century, Paris is hosting the Summer Olympics, with events centered around the city’s most iconic landmarks. India bagged seven medals, including one gold, two silver and four bronze, in the Tokyo Olympics. The grand opening ceremony …

Paris embraces its ‘crazy’ idea to deliver Olympics opening ceremony like no other
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris embraces its ‘crazy’ idea to deliver Olympics opening ceremony like no other

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our …

Paris Olympics opening ceremony kicks off 2024 Games with parade on Seine River as Céline Dion performs
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics opening ceremony kicks off 2024 Games with parade on Seine River as Céline Dion performs

ABC  

The Paris Olympics have officially begun following a spectacular — but rain-dampened — opening ceremony held on the Seine, climaxing with a suspenseful torch relay and a breathtaking performance from Céline Dion. Fri 26 Jul Show all key events And that's where we'll leave Paris A By Andrew McGarry It's been a big night for Australia - now let the …

At the Olympic opening ceremony, a force of nature upset the plan but not the point
5 months, 1 week ago

At the Olympic opening ceremony, a force of nature upset the plan but not the point

New York Times  

Follow our Olympics coverage from the Paris Games. The sunset that was supposed to light up a Parisian sky, create indelible images to last a lifetime, change the way we view Olympic opening ceremonies — that never came. Under all that gray, this Olympic opening ceremony became profoundly appropriate. As the early evening pushed to night in Paris, the athletes …

Paris Olympics opening ceremony delivers on the promise, defies the rain and inspires a dream
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics opening ceremony delivers on the promise, defies the rain and inspires a dream

ABC  

With the lighting of the Olympic flame, a sigh of relief. This opening ceremony, a beast so bold as to have taken over the city of Paris almost entirely, is now a memory to cherish rather than a challenge to conquer. There was irony in the motto of these Olympics — Games Open Wide — as the city had very …

Paris glitters in the rain for ambitious Olympic opening ceremony
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris glitters in the rain for ambitious Olympic opening ceremony

Associated Press  

Paris has kicked off its first Summer Olympics in a century with a rain-soaked, rule-breaking opening ceremony. Athletes travel by boat along the Seine River during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics, in Paris, France, Friday, July 26, 2024. A torchbearer carries the Olympic flame over a building along the Seine River in Paris, France, during the opening …

AP PHOTOS: Paris glitters in the rain for ambitious Olympic opening ceremony
5 months, 1 week ago

AP PHOTOS: Paris glitters in the rain for ambitious Olympic opening ceremony

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Paris has kicked off its …

Olympics opening ceremony moments: Céline Dion, Lady Gaga, curious torchbearer and French musicians
5 months, 1 week ago

Olympics opening ceremony moments: Céline Dion, Lady Gaga, curious torchbearer and French musicians

Associated Press  

Catch up on AP’s coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, with performances from Lady Gaga, Celine Dion and more. A torch bearer runs atop the Musee d’Orsay, in Paris, France, during the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics, Friday, July 26, 2024. Members of the United States team do a Tiktok dance while traveling along the Seine …

Paris Olympics: Five things to watch out for on Day 1
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics: Five things to watch out for on Day 1

Hindustan Times  

NEW DELHI The 2024 Paris Olympics will well and truly kick-off today with medals on offer in aquatics, cycling, fencing, judo, rugby sevens, shooting and skateboarding. Shooting Even though shooting did not deliver India any medals in the last two Olympics at Rio de Janeiro and Tokyo, hopes will still be high from the shooting contingent with Sandeep Singh/Elavenil Valarivan …

Lady Gaga dazzles at Olympics opening ceremony with prerecorded French performance
5 months, 1 week ago

Lady Gaga dazzles at Olympics opening ceremony with prerecorded French performance

Associated Press  

Catch up on AP’s coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, with performances from Lady Gaga, Celine Dion and more. PARIS — Lady Gaga delivered a dazzling performance as the first musical act during the Paris Olympics 2024 opening ceremony — except it was all prerecorded. “Although I am not a French artist, I have always felt a very …

Paris Olympics opening ceremony cheer undampened by security checks, threat of rain
5 months, 1 week ago

Paris Olympics opening ceremony cheer undampened by security checks, threat of rain

Hindustan Times  

The Olympic fever hit Paris, and the French capital is excited about the mega sporting event's opening ceremony on Friday despite the threat of rain and heavy security. Security patrol the Seine river in Paris, France, ahead of the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics, Friday, July 26 The athletes from different countries will be carried on a flotilla …

Olympics opening ceremony saw no major reported issues, French official says
5 months, 1 week ago

Olympics opening ceremony saw no major reported issues, French official says

Associated Press  

Catch up on AP’s coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, with performances from Lady Gaga, Celine Dion and more. PARIS — France’s interior minister praised security forces after no major issues were reported Friday during the opening ceremony of the Olympics. Here’s a look at what’s happened with security so far: No major incidents at opening ceremony “We …

Who are the flag bearers for the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony?
5 months, 1 week ago

Who are the flag bearers for the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony?

Associated Press  

Catch up on AP’s coverage of the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, with performances from Lady Gaga, Celine Dion and more. PARIS — Most countries will have two athletes hoisting a large flag in the boats along the Seine River for the Paris Olympics opening ceremony Friday. Here is a look at the flag bearers for some of the 205 …

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