Initially, Hidalgo suggested that the rings should become a permanent fixture on the Eiffel Tower, but following backlash, she has revised her proposal. The new plan is for the rings to remain until the next Olympics, which will take place in Los Angeles in 2028
The giant Olympic rings, which adorned the tower from July 28 to August 11, were a hit with visitors and tourists. However, Hidalgo’s proposal to retain a version of the rings beyond the Paralympic Games, which conclude on September 8, has been met with opposition
For centuries, the Seine was an integral part of Parisian life, with locals frequently swimming in its waters. By the 17th century, Parisians were known to swim in the Seine, often in the nude
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo confirmed on Saturday that the iconic Eiffel Tower will retain the Olympic rings that have adorned it since June, even after the conclusion of the ongoing Paralympic Games
The climber was spotted above the Olympic rings adorning the second section of the monument, just above the first viewing deck, mere hours before the closing ceremony of the 2024 Summer Games
The Eiffel Tower, rising 330 meters above Paris, requires regular upkeep, including repainting every seven years as originally instructed by its creator, Gustave Eiffel. However, delays have plagued the latest repainting project, pushing its start to 2020, 11 years after the last one
The saga began on June 1st, when three individuals of varying nationalities—Bulgarian, German, and Ukrainian—were apprehended at the base of the Eiffel Tower, their actions raising suspicions of potential links to Russian interference
Currently, visitors embark on their ascent to the summit of the Eiffel Tower for €29.40 ($31.90). However, by June 17, that fee will rise to €35.30, marking a significant adjustment aimed at bolstering resources for the vital restoration efforts
Scheduled to adorn the Eiffel Tower in the forthcoming weeks, the quintessential Olympic rings, symbolizing the unity of the world's continents through sport, will occupy a prominent position on the tower's facade facing the picturesque river Seine
This agreement follows demands from striking employees who sought a proportional increase in wages corresponding to the revenue generated from ticket sales. Salary negotiations, initiated this week, are anticipated to conclude next month
The strike, which commenced on Monday, has been driven by the collective discontent of the tower's staff, decrying what they perceive as insufficient investment in the upkeep of this global landmark
The strike, called by unions to protest the financial management of the tower, could extend indefinitely, casting a shadow over one of Paris's most beloved landmarks
Hidalgo's vision, which she first introduced in 2019, seeks to capitalize on the momentum of the Olympics to push forward with her ambitious agenda of reducing pollution and enhancing green spaces in the bustling metropolis
Each corner of the hexagon is adorned with spurs resembling the rivets used in the Eiffel Tower's construction, further emphasizing the medal's connection to this architectural marvel
Despite some encouraging performances, including a solid outing from Teze after his halftime introduction, Monaco will need to address their finishing issues if they are to bounce back from this disappointing exit
The foreign ministry of Venezuela, led by Yvan Gil, cited the “hostile” stance taken by these European countries, which have joined the United States, the European Union, and several Latin American nations in rejecting Maduro’s disputed re-election victory from the July 2024 elections
The Paris 2024 medals were designed by luxury jewellery and watch brand Chaumet, part of the LVMH conglomerate, and produced by the Monnaie de Paris. Each medal includes a small piece of the Eiffel Tower
The attack occurred near the Russkaya compressor station in the Krasnodar region of southern Russia, according to a statement from the Russian Defense Ministry. The ministry reported that despite the incident, the compressor station remained operational, with no injuries to personnel
Dr. Roosevelt Skerrit, the Prime Minister of Commonwealth of Dominica termed death of former Chief Magistrate and Director of Public Prosecutions as a huge national loss.
