Category: France

Barcelona Draw PSG in Champions League Quarter-Final Showdown

The matchup between these two footballing powerhouses inevitably resurrects memories of the infamous "remontada" in 2017, where Barcelona orchestrated a staggering comeback from a 4-0 deficit in the first leg to clinch victory with a 6-5 aggregate score

Paris 2024: Mayor Hidalgo Urges Trust in Science Amid Debate Over Air Conditioning at “Green Games”

However, not all nations are convinced. The Olympic Committees of Australia, Brazil, Canada, and Norway have voiced concerns about the potential discomfort for athletes in soaring temperatures

Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony Admission Changed to Ticketed Event, Citing Security Concerns

Originally slated for July 26, the opening ceremony was envisioned as a grand spectacle welcoming up to 600,000 spectators, with most expected to view the extravaganza gratis from the picturesque riverbanks of the Seine

“Frenchman Dubbed ‘Prince of Fake’ Stands Trial for Multi-Million Euro Luxury Watch Scam”

Nicknamed "the prince of fake," Julien V. has openly admitted to authorities his role in the illicit trade, confessing to orchestrating the sale of thousands of counterfeit luxury watches, primarily imitations of the revered Swiss brand Rolex

French Bishops Condemn Proposed Assisted-Dying Bill

Archbishop Éric de Moulins-Beaufort of Reims, president of the French Bishops' Conference, voiced concerns that the legislation could shift the healthcare system's focus towards death as a solution

French Government Agencies Under Siege: Cyberattack Strikes with Unprecedented Intensity

The attacks, which commenced on Monday, March 11, have sent shockwaves through governmental infrastructure, prompting swift action from authorities to mitigate their impact

Lightning Strike Kills Peruvian Tour Guide, Injures French Tourists

The tour guide, whose identity has not been released, tragically perished in the incident. The injured tourists sustained burns and various injuries and were promptly transported to a hospital in the nearby city of Cusco for treatment

Southern France Ravaged by Deadly Storms, Bridge Collapses Claim Lives

The picturesque village of Dions, nestled north of Nimes, became a focal point of tragedy as a family of four, including two young children aged four and 13, encountered peril while attempting to cross a bridge over the river Gardon

French Alpine Hunters Brave Arctic Conditions in NATO Training: ‘Matching Russian Mastery of Extreme Cold’

Two French Alpine hunters stationed near Suolovuopmi find themselves knee-deep in snow, concealed in combat holes covered with heat-shielding netting

PSG’s League Lead at Risk as Mbappé Sidelined Again in Draw

The absence of star forward Kylian Mbappé from the starting lineup for the second consecutive league game seemed to have a noticeable impact on PSG's attacking prowess, as they struggled to find their rhythm throughout the match

Paris Sex Workers Face Increased Police Crackdown Ahead of Olympics, Charities Report

In a report jointly issued by 17 non-governmental organizations specializing in supporting individuals involved in the sex industry, concerns were raised regarding the heightened repression and altered policing strategies targeting sex workers

French Tourism Companies Offer Free Training Via Interactive Game Ahead of Paris Olympics

Alliance France Tourisme, a consortium of prominent tourism entities, unveiled on Tuesday a comprehensive training program delivered through an interactive video game.

Barcelona Draw PSG in Champions League Quarter-Final Showdown

The matchup between these two footballing powerhouses inevitably resurrects memories of the infamous "remontada" in 2017, where Barcelona orchestrated a staggering comeback from a 4-0 deficit in the first leg to clinch victory with a 6-5 aggregate score

Paris 2024: Mayor Hidalgo Urges Trust in Science Amid Debate Over Air Conditioning at “Green Games”

However, not all nations are convinced. The Olympic Committees of Australia, Brazil, Canada, and Norway have voiced concerns about the potential discomfort for athletes in soaring temperatures

PM Skerrit meets Calibishie villagers, shares vision for new school construction 

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit met with the villagers of Calibishie to share the construction plans for the new primary school to provide safe and learning atmosphere to the children.