The decision will affect the entire 35-kilometer stretch of the Périphérique, which serves as a major thoroughfare for around 1.2 million vehicles every day, primarily from the Île-de-France region surrounding Paris
The arrest of the 22-year-old Moroccan national, who was apprehended by Swiss authorities in Geneva on Tuesday, September 24, has ignited a wave of political reactions in France, focusing on issues of immigration and public safety
The family claims that the massive multicolored rings create a visual imbalance, altering the "pure forms" of the tower, which was completed in 1889 as a centerpiece for the Universal Exhibition
The decision, which Hidalgo described as the culmination of 18 years of work, has ignited a storm of criticism from various quarters, including drivers, conservatives, and even some within the national government
The protests were most intense in Paris, where an estimated 26,000 people gathered. Demonstrators expressed their discontent with Macron’s decision, with many accusing the president of undermining democratic processes
Located in the northern suburbs of Paris, the village, originally designed with accessibility in mind, has seen additional modifications since the Olympic tenants vacated earlier this month
Covering approximately 80 percent of the capital's 128,000 roofs, the zinc contributes to Paris’s signature grey hue, setting it apart from other cities. Delphine Burkli, mayor of Paris's ninth district, played a key role in initiating the bid to add these roofs to UNESCO’s heritage list
The celebrations began with a vibrant parade that traced the historic route taken by the 2nd French Armoured Division under the command of General Philippe Leclerc de Hautecloque
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
French prosecutors confirmed that they have initiated an inquiry into "unspecified violence" directed at a security guard involved in breaking up the confrontation between Scott and his bodyguard. The specifics of the altercation remain unclear at this time
The joint venture between Paris airport operator ADP and German start-up Volocopter is aiming for its maiden passenger flight "by the end of the year" from a platform floating on the river Seine, despite earlier plans to showcase the scheme during the Paris Olympics proving impossible
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
The final touches are being applied to the venues scattered across the City of Light, with thousands of athletes and officials arriving as the weather improves after a period of rain. Notably, the quality of the River Seine, which will be central to the opening ceremony and host outdoor swimming events, has seen significant improvement since early July
The driver, a 24-year-old French national with no prior criminal record, is now under psychiatric evaluation, and authorities are investigating the possibility that the crash was intentional
According to a report from the National Institute of Statistics and Economic Studies (Insee), 89 million overnight stays were recorded in hotels between May and August 2024, 2.2 million fewer than in the same period in 2023
French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu confirmed the delivery on his social media platform "X" (formerly Twitter), noting that the fighter jets will be equipped with advanced air-to-ground weaponry and anti-radio-electronic warfare systems
Led by paleontologist Ronan Allain from Paris' National Natural History Museum (MNHN), the excavation team has revealed an impressive collection of fossils, including a massive femur, vertebrae, fragments of a skull, a pelvis, and approximately 20 teeth
In February, the Italian National Anti-Doping Tribunal banned Pogba for four years after he tested positive for testosterone following Juventus’ August 2023 match against Udinese, sparking fears that the suspension could prematurely end the World Cup winner’s distinguished career
The youth, recruited through social media, was promised 2,000 euros for his part in the scheme. However, during the mission, members of a rival gang discovered him carrying a gun. In response, they brutally stabbed him and later set him on fire