Paris Prepares for Spectacular Olympic Boat Parade Along the Seine

Scheduled for July 26, a procession of 55 boats will navigate a six-kilometer route from Pont d'Austerlitz to Pont d'Iéna, showcasing a vibrant display of global unity and athletic pride

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Biniam Girmay Makes History as First Black African Rider to Win Tour de France Stage

Biniam Girmay made history as the first Black African to win a Tour de France stage, triumphing on a flat route. His victory is celebrated not just for personal achievement but as a significant milestone resonating throughout Africa

Unrest in New Caledonia Intensifies as Pro-Independence Leader Claims Political Imprisonment

Accused by Paris of orchestrating weeks of unrest, Tein vehemently denies these allegations, asserting his status as a "political prisoner" in a recent exchange with visiting French Green party senators

France Scrapes Through to Euro 2024 Quarter-Finals Amidst Struggles in Front of Goal

The match, marked by defensive solidity on both sides, culminated in a Jan Vertonghen own goal in the 85th minute, deflecting Randal Kolo Muani's strike past a helpless Belgian goalkeeper

Multiple Fatalities as Plane Collides with Power Cable, Crashes on Highway

The aircraft reportedly struck an electric power cable before crashing, creating a dramatic and tragic scene on one of France's busiest motorways. Emergency services quickly arrived at the site as bystanders captured footage of the incident, which led to a significant traffic backlog

Renaud Lavillenie: Olympic Pole Vault Legend to Miss Paris 2024

Lavillenie, a former world record holder, needed to vault 5.82 meters to secure his spot in the Paris Games. However, he opted to pass at the opening height of 5.60 meters, then failed three consecutive attempts at 5.72 meters, bringing an end to his quest for another Olympic appearance