Paris, which hosts 20,000 licensed taxis, has seen a considerable decline in demand as traffic restrictions and venue closures limit the movement of drivers and discourage regular customers

The race, which had faced significant delays due to concerns over water quality, finally got underway after a series of logistical hurdles and environmental challenges. The triathletes began their swim near the iconic Pont Alexandre III, a bridge that spans the celebrated Parisian waterway

France, NBA Rookie of the Year Victor Wembanyama spearheaded his team to a hard-fought overtime victory against Japan. The final score of 89-85 ensured France's advancement to the quarterfinals

The race, originally set for 10:45 a.m. local time, will now take place on Wednesday at 10:45 a.m. (0845 GMT), immediately following the women’s triathlon, which is scheduled for 8 a.m. the same day

The main point of contention was a performance featuring a reenactment of Leonardo da Vinci's "The Last Supper," performed by ten men in drag. The Bishops' Conference expressed deep disapproval of this segment, highlighting it as an instance of "derision and mockery of Christianity"

Paris 2024 organizers and World Triathlon announced the cancellation of Monday's swimming training session for the upcoming Olympic triathlon events, citing inadequate water quality in the Seine River. The statement revealed that "water quality levels... do not present sufficient guarantees"

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

Authorities have opened an investigation into the possible transmission of "intelligence to a foreign power with the intent to incite hostilities in France." However, initial reports indicate that the alleged plot is not believed to involve plans for a terror attack

With the much-anticipated opening ceremony scheduled to take place on the River Seine this Friday evening, the city is bracing itself for a flood of visitors, alongside a massive deployment of security forces aimed at ensuring the event’s success and safety

The move comes in response to a recent nomination by the New Popular Front (NFP), a left-wing coalition that emerged as the largest group in France's parliament following recent elections

Among the myriad sports, men's football stands out, promising thrilling matches and fierce competition. However, this year's tournament faces significant challenges, not least due to the absence of several high-profile players, including France's own Kylian Mbappe and Argentina's Lionel Messi

Known for its abundance of rats, famously depicted in the animated film “Ratatouille,” Paris is determined to ensure that these critters don’t tarnish the city’s image during the global spectacle

While the rate of applications has decreased, France remains aligned with the European average and lags significantly behind Germany in terms of the number of asylum seekers