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Germany and France launch a direct high-speed train between Berlin and Paris
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Germany and France launch a direct high-speed train between Berlin and Paris

Associated Press  

BERLIN — Germany and France on Monday launched a direct high-speed train between Berlin and Paris, a connection hailed as a symbol of a close friendship between the two countries and a sign of Europe’s potential to attract more travelers to the rails. At about eight hours, the once-a-day service with German operator Deutsche Bahn’s ICE trains offers an increase …

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France steps up security for Israel match after Amsterdam violence
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1 month, 4 weeks ago

France steps up security for Israel match after Amsterdam violence

The Independent  

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9th Paris Chinese Opera Festival opens with 'The Orphan of Zhao'
2 months ago

9th Paris Chinese Opera Festival opens with 'The Orphan of Zhao'

China Daily  

The 9th Paris Chinese Opera Festival, running from November 6 to 10 in 2024, is themed around "Performance, Screening, Exhibition," showcasing the artistic charm of Chinese opera through various exhibitions, film screenings, cultural lectures, and artistic salons. The grand opening of the 9th Paris Chinese Opera Festival, jointly organized by the Paris Chinese Cultural Center and the Chinese Opera Academy, …

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9th Paris Chinese Opera Festival opens with 'The Orphan of Zhao'
2 months ago

9th Paris Chinese Opera Festival opens with 'The Orphan of Zhao'

China Daily  

The 9th Paris Chinese Opera Festival, running from November 6 to 10 in 2024, is themed around "Performance, Screening, Exhibition," showcasing the artistic charm of Chinese opera through various exhibitions, film screenings, cultural lectures, and artistic salons. The grand opening of the 9th Paris Chinese Opera Festival, jointly organized by the Paris Chinese Cultural Center and the Chinese Opera Academy, …

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How France uncovered the mystery of the forbidden photos of Nazi-occupied Paris
2 months, 2 weeks ago

How France uncovered the mystery of the forbidden photos of Nazi-occupied Paris

NPR  

How France uncovered the mystery of the forbidden photos of Nazi-occupied Paris toggle caption From the private collection of Stéphanie Colaux and Stéphane Jaegle PARIS — The search for the unknown photographer began in the summer of 2020, with the discovery of an old photo album at a flea market in the town of Barjac, in the south of France. …

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Death of cycling campaigner sparks angry protests in France
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Death of cycling campaigner sparks angry protests in France

The Independent  

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New train to link Paris with Berlin
3 months, 2 weeks ago

New train to link Paris with Berlin

China Daily  

This photograph shows a TGV of the SNCF, the French railway company, on the Le Mans rail bypass on the Rennes-Paris LGV, France's high-speed rail network, in Connerre, western France, Aug 29, 2024. French and German national railway operators SNCF and Deutsche Bahn have announced a new direct daytime service between Paris and Berlin will come into operation before the …

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Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Charged Over Alleged Criminal Activity on the App
55 years ago

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Charged Over Alleged Criminal Activity on the App

Wired  

Telegram CEO Pavel Durov is forbidden from leaving French territory after being charged for complicity in running an online platform that allegedly enabled the spread of sexual images of children, creating an uncertain future for the messaging app that has become one of the world’s biggest social media platforms. The Telegram founder was placed under formal investigation for a range …

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France's beat-the-buzzer shot ruled as two points as US wins 8th straight Olympics gold
4 months, 4 weeks ago

France's beat-the-buzzer shot ruled as two points as US wins 8th straight Olympics gold

China Daily  

Paris 2024 Olympics - Basketball - Women's Gold Medal Game - France vs United States - Bercy Arena, Paris, France - August 11, 2024. REUTERS/Dylan Martinez PARIS - Gabby Williams' beat-the-buzzer long shot was counted as two points and France failed to pull down one of the biggest victories in the Olympic basketball history, losing 67-66 to the United States …

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Olympics: Tom Cruise takes over Paris, transfers flag to LA 2028
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Olympics: Tom Cruise takes over Paris, transfers flag to LA 2028

India Today  

Legendary actor Tom Cruise cut a beautiful promo in the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics on Sunday, 11 August. Cruise jumped from the roof of the Stade de France where the ceremony was held and helped the Olympic committee to transfer the flag from Paris to Los Angeles where the next edition of the games is set to be …

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Mystery as controversial Algerian boxer Imane Khelif appears to be dropped as her country's flagbearer for the Paris Olympics closing ceremony - but is all smiles as she flashes her gold medal to the
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Mystery as controversial Algerian boxer Imane Khelif appears to be dropped as her country's flagbearer for the Paris Olympics closing ceremony - but is all smiles as she flashes her gold medal to the

Daily Mail  

Controversial Algerian boxer Imane Khelif was apparently switched out at the last moment from carrying her nation's flag at Sunday night's Olympics closing ceremony. 😅 He can swim, cycle and run to triathlon gold, but carrying the flag in the closing ceremony is a different kind of pressure for Alex Yee 😉#BBCOlympics #Olympics #Paris2024 pic.twitter.com/TORJcMc2lc — BBC Sport August 11, …

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France vs Spain Final Live: When and where to watch Paris Olympics football final live online, on TV in India?
5 months ago

France vs Spain Final Live: When and where to watch Paris Olympics football final live online, on TV in India?

India TV News  

In one of the biggest events at the Paris Olympics 2024, European football giants Spain and France will lock horns against each other in the men's final clash on Friday, August 9. Paris Olympics 2024 Football Final Live Streaming and Telecast Details When is the Paris Olympics 2024 Football Final starting? The Paris Olympics 2024 Football Final match between France …

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Drag queens shine at Olympics opening, but 'Last Supper' tableau draws criticism
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Drag queens shine at Olympics opening, but 'Last Supper' tableau draws criticism

The Independent  

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Wemby’s Olympic debut: 19 points as France eases past Brazil at Paris Games
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Wemby’s Olympic debut: 19 points as France eases past Brazil at Paris Games

Associated Press  

VILLENEUVE-D’ASCQ, France — This was Victor Wembanyama’s opening ceremony. Lighting a torch of sorts for the French gold-medal hopes, Wembanyama had 19 points, nine rebounds, four steals and three blocked shots, and France opened its run at the Paris Olympics by beating Brazil 78-66 in a Group B game on Saturday before a sold-out crowd of flag-waving, song-singing, wave-doing fans …

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Lady Gaga Dramatically Emerges from Feathers for Breathtaking Act at Olympics Opening Ceremony
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Lady Gaga Dramatically Emerges from Feathers for Breathtaking Act at Olympics Opening Ceremony

News 18  

Lady Gaga made a memorable entrance as the first major surprise at the 2024 Paris Olympics opening ceremony, held on July 26 alongside the Seine river in France. The 38-year-old Grammy and Oscar winner captivated the audience with a dazzling performance of Zizi Jeanmaire’s iconic song, “Mon Truc en Plumes.” Performing on a grand staircase inspired by the Grand Palais, …

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Arsonists attack French high-speed rail system hours before opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Arsonists attack French high-speed rail system hours before opening ceremonies of the Paris Olympics

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 — Arsonists attacked France’s high-speed rail network early Friday, setting fires that paralyzed train travel to Paris for some 800,000 people across Europe, including athletes heading to the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal …

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Arson attacks disrupt trains in France on day of Olympic opening ceremony
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Arson attacks disrupt trains in France on day of Olympic opening ceremony

New York Times  

LILLE, France — An apparent arson attack on France’s high-speed rail network early Friday morning disrupted travel for 250,000 people the morning of the Olympic opening ceremony and directly hurt the route designated to transport USA Basketball’s men’s and women’s teams between Paris and Lille, the site of the early games of their tournaments. SNCF said there would be delays …

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Workers go on strike at five-star Paris hotel where IOC members are staying for Olympics
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Workers go on strike at five-star Paris hotel where IOC members are staying for Olympics

Associated Press  

PARIS — Workers went on strike Thursday at the five-star hotel in Paris where members of the International Olympic Committee are staying, walking out just a day before the opening ceremony of the Games. Employees held signs reading, “No 13th month, no Olympics!,” “Luxury hotel, poverty wages” and “Give us back our social benefits.” Many companies in France pay their …

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How to watch the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony
5 months, 2 weeks ago

How to watch the 2024 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. NBC News reported that Celine Dion and Lady Gaga have arrived in Paris amid speculation that one or both of the pop singers will perform at the opening ceremony. See AP’s best photos from the 2024 Paris Olympics 1 …

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Paris Olympics 2024: France rolls out red carpet for 33rd Summer Games
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Paris Olympics 2024: France rolls out red carpet for 33rd Summer Games

The Hindu  

It might be one of the most iconic stand alone symbols of a city anywhere in the world but for the last few weeks, giant interlocking rings have been festooned on the Eiffel tower in Paris. Although France’s Interior Minister has asked his country to put their best foot forward, the latest polls suggest that nearly 40% of French people …

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Scaled-back Bastille Day edges France toward Games
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Scaled-back Bastille Day edges France toward Games

China Daily  

Alpha jets from the French Air Force Patrouille de France fly over Paris past the Eiffel Tower with the Sacre-Coeur Basilica in the background during the annual Bastille Day military parade on the Avenue Foch, which this year celebrates the Olympics and the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of France, in Paris, France, July 14, 2024. France celebrated its national …

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France’s Bastille Day parade meets the Olympic torch relay in an exceptional year
5 months, 4 weeks ago

France’s Bastille Day parade meets the Olympic torch relay in an exceptional year

Live Mint  

Paris is hosting an extra-special guest for France’s national holiday Sunday — the Olympic flame lighting up the city’s grandiose military parade for Bastille Day. While people around France mark the day with concerts, parties and fireworks, here’s a look at what the holiday’s about, and what’s different this year: What does Bastille Day celebrate? This year’s Bastille Day offers …

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France’s Bastille Day parade meets the Olympic torch relay in an exceptional year
5 months, 4 weeks ago

France’s Bastille Day parade meets the Olympic torch relay in an exceptional year

The Hindu  

Paris hosted an extra-special guest for France’s national holiday on July 14 — the Olympic flame lighting up the city’s grandiose military parade for Bastille Day. Just 12 days before the French capital hosts exceptionally ambitious and high-security Summer Games, the torch relay joined up with thousands of soldiers, sailors, rescuers and medics marching in Paris beneath roaring fighter jets. …

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France gets Olympic cycling medal 124 years late
6 months, 4 weeks ago

France gets Olympic cycling medal 124 years late

The Hindu  

France has been awarded a medal from the 1900 Paris Olympics which was originally credited to Britain. The medal was won for Britain by Lloyd Hildebrand, who competed in two cycling events and came second in the men’s 25km, but the IOC Executive Board has re-awarded it to France. “Recent research has now concluded that, even though Hildebrand was a …

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