Paris closed its Seine swimming zones just a day after reopening them for public use due to rainfall-triggered pollution, reflecting ongoing concerns about water safety

“Everyone won, except the French organizers,” said Court of Audit president Pierre Moscovici. While World Rugby posted its best-ever financial result, the French Rugby Federation faces losses between €19.2 million and €28.9 million, pending the resolution of legal cases

In a statement to FranceInfo, Christen provided limited details, citing ongoing investigations, but stressed the serious nature of the threat. The five individuals arrested, including a minor, are currently facing terrorism-related charges and remain in pre-trial detention

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