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Paris 2024 Olympics: Five things we learned on Day 1 – Dupont by name and nature

It only took the first day after the launch ceremony to relaunch all Olympic opening extravaganzas. Images and metaphors and symbols abound. Thank you Antoine Dupont, France's rugby hero extraordinaire.

Radio France Internationale

Exiled Iranian dissidents welcome UN's call for investigation into 1980s purge

A United Nations expert called this week for an international investigation into a range of "atrocity crimes" committed in Iran in connection with a purge of dissidents in the 1980s. Most of the victims were part of a group now based in France and Albania, in a sometimes uneasy relationship…

Radio France Internationale

James Baldwin taught us that identities can help us to locate ourselves. But they trap us too

The writer, who would have turned 100 this week, spoke to, and from, America’s moral conscience

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France Clamps Down On Sex Work For Olympics

As Paris hosts the 2024 Olympics, undocumented Chinese sex worker Hua says increased police patrols are threatening her livelihood.

International Business Times

Sevens heaven: France win first Olympic gold in event at fan's first rugby match

Talk about a lucky charm. Monique de Kerangal's first rugby match and first trip to Stade de France ended with France romping to a 28-7 victory over defending champions Fiji to claim their first Olympic men's rugby sevens title and the country's first gold medal at the Paris 2024 Games.

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France’s rugby sevens team did a choreographed dance after winning the gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics

The France national rugby sevens team knows how to party.

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Paris Olympics: France's OFAC requested to remove leaked private data of Israeli athletes from social media

France's OFAC cybercrime unit has been asked to remove leaked personal data of several Israeli athletes competing in the Paris Olympic Games from social media. This follows a cyberattack in which sensitive information, including blood test results and login credentials, was published on Telegram on Friday. The incident is being…

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Gui Santos plays 24 minutes off bench in Brazil’s loss to France in Group C

The Brazilian forward tallied nine points in 24 minutes off the bench against France on Saturday.

USA Today Sports Media Group

Antoine Dupont leads France to rugby sevens Olympic gold

Antoine Dupont’s wizardry lit up the Olympics to deliver a moment, perhaps the moment of Paris 2024 so far, scoring two tries to win France the gold medal in rugby sevens on Saturday, 27 July.

The Independent UK

Antoine Dupont savours ‘sensational’ first France gold of Games in rugby sevens

The Toulouse scrum-half has won the European Champions Cup, France’s Top 14 and now rugby sevens Olympics gold in the space of nine weeks.

The Independent UK

No dream sign-off for Fijian rugby inspiration Tuwai

Fijian rugby hero Jerry Tuwai has hinted at retirement after adding silver to two Olympic gold medals in a show-stopping Paris final against hosts France.

AAP

Chelsea terminate Malang Sarr contract as forgotten defender joins Lens

Centre-back returns to France after making only 21 appearances for the Blues in four years

Evening Standard

Paris Olympics 2024: Day one medal wrap – rugby sevens, cycling, judo

The host nation won their first gold medal, upsetting Fiji 28-7 in the men’s rugby sevens final.

Al Jazeera

The magical Antoine Dupont moment that secured Olympic gold for France

France 28-7 Fiji: Les Bleus became the first host nation to win the men’s sevens title thanks to their No.11’s magical second-half display

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The Guardian - UK

Dazzling Antoine Dupont and France storm to gold in Olympic rugby sevens

Antoine Dupont and France beat Fiji 28-7 at a cacophonous Stade de France to seal gold in the men’s rugby sevens

Radio France Internationale

France thrash Fiji in rugby sevens to claim first gold medal at Paris Olympics

France claimed its first gold medal of the 2024 Games on Saturday night when the men's rugby sevens team beat Fiji 28-7.

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France Wins Historic Gold In Men's Rugby Sevens At Olympics

France's Antoine Dupont leads the men's rugby sevens team to their first Olympic gold medal, ending Fiji's dominance.

Evening Standard

Olympics 2024: Antoine Dupont inspires France to first Paris gold with stunning display in rugby sevens final

French superstar scored two tries and set up another to take centre stage in gold medal match

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The Independent UK

Antoine Dupont brilliance carries France to first Paris 2024 gold medal

Les Bleus trailed 7-0 within 90 seconds but Dupont grabbed two tries to inspire a 28-7 victory.

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Victor Wembanyama Shines In France's Victory Over Brazil At Olympics

Victor Wembanyama, a rising basketball star from France, impresses at the 2024 Olympics with his talent and performance.

The Independent UK

Paris' Olympics opening was wacky and wonderful — and upset bishops. Here's why

Ah Paris, the Olympic gold medalist of naughtiness

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France And Japan Secure First Medals At Paris Olympics

Exciting judo action at Paris Olympics as France, Sweden, and Japan shine in women's 48kg event. Witness remarkable displays of skill and determination!

The Independent UK

Drag queens shine at Olympics opening, but 'Last Supper' tableau draws criticism

In an unprecedented display of inclusivity, drag queens took center stage at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, showcasing the vibrant and influential role of the French LGBTQ+ community

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France To Face Fiji In Rugby Sevens Olympic Final

Experience the electrifying atmosphere at Stade de France as France secures a thrilling victory in the rugby sevens semifinal, setting the stage for a show...

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5 important things to know about women’s basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics

Here are five things you need to know about women's basketball at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

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