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
A search on TikTok for 'Eiffel Tower' currently brings up distressing variations like 'Eiffel Tower on fire' and 'Eiffel Tower 2024 fire' as the top results, further perpetuating the misinformation
A spokesperson for the Eiffel Tower confirmed that the closure is in effect until further notice, citing ongoing contract negotiations between the city of Paris, which owns the 134-year-old monument, and the striking workers
Hours before the highly anticipated opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics, French rail company SNCF has been struck by a "massive attack" that has severely disrupted its high-speed network
The union, which represents approximately 10 percent of the 3,000 performers set to participate in the grand opening, had initially filed a strike notice last week. They cited "outrageous disparities" in compensation among dancers, with some earning significantly less than their peers for the same performance
Most of those arrested are reportedly from Central Asia and have been identified as members of the "Islamic State - Khorasan," a group known for its operations in Iran, Afghanistan, and Turkmenistan
The search operation for a boy who fell from the Cliffs of Moher has been temporarily suspended due to adverse weather conditions. The boy, whose identity has not yet been released, was reported missing on Tuesday, prompting an extensive search involving multiple agencies
The announcement marks a significant step for France, which is the sole candidate for the 2030 Winter Games. However, the funding for the event has been uncertain due to the ongoing political instability following inconclusive snap elections
