The ad, part of a pro-hijab campaign promoting the freedom to wear the Islamic headscarf, sparked outrage among French politicians who condemned it as "dangerous" and an affront to "French values"
The artwork, titled The Mature Age, was created by Claudel after breaking off her tumultuous relationship with Rodin, who was nearly two decades older than her. The sculpture reflects the artist’s emotional turmoil and desire to establish herself outside of her role as Rodin’s assistant
The photograph, taken on the evening of February 1, at around 8:00 p.m. local time from the banks of the Seine River, captures the moon and Venus in almost perfect alignment, with a beam of blue light emanating from the top of the Eiffel Tower
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
Manufactured by French aerospace firm Dassault Aviation, the new aircraft will be deployed aboard India’s domestically built aircraft carriers, such as the INS Vikrant, and are intended to replace the aging fleet of Russian-made MiG-29K fighter jets currently in naval service
Spain has reported similar disruptions, although the Balearic and Canary Islands remained unaffected. While the cause of the outage remains under investigation, the possibility of a technical malfunction is being considered, alongside the potential of a cyberattack, though no official confirmation has been given
Le Pen, who has long been the face of France's far-right, suffered a significant legal setback in March. A court convicted her and several other National Rally officials over a fraudulent EU parliament jobs scandal
After a disappointing 3-1 defeat to Nice in Ligue 1, manager Luis Enrique will be aiming to reset and guide his team back to winning ways, with a positive result in London being vital for PSG’s hopes of reaching the final
The attacker, whose identity has not been disclosed, was reportedly restrained by a teacher shortly after the stabbing and taken into custody at the scene. A strong police and emergency presence, including army officers, responded to the school, which has since been evacuated
