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Journalist associations condemn sexist radio comments at Olympic tennis

The French association of women sports journalists and the union of sports journalists in France have condemned sexist comments made on national radio during a women’s tennis match at the Paris Olympics, where a commentator used stereotypical cliches about housewives to describe a player

The Independent UK

‘Holiday poverty’ is a very real problem for 40 million Europeans—and Ireland, France and Italy are leading the pack

“These figures show how social progress is being reversed as a result of increased economic inequality,” the European Trade Union Confederation's head said.

Fortune

France reports 68 cyberattacks related to Paris Olympics

French authorities have detected and foiled 68 cyberattacks linked to the Olympic Games since 22 July, Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has said.

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How the Olympics opening ceremony triggered a debate on ‘woke ideology’ in France

France was hurt, divided and in need of a great federating event after recent elections. And Emmanuel Macron framed the Olympic Games as an opportunity to “unite around a France that welcomes the world”, calling for a “political truce” during that time.

The Conversation

The Paris Olympics may look fair and inclusive on TV. The truth is much darker

From a headscarf ban for French athletes to social cleansing in the capital, these Games rest on a foundation of injustice, says Guardian Europe columnist Rokhaya Diallo

The Guardian - UK

France Showdown With Argentina Spices Up Men's Olympic Football

There is no love lost between France and Argentina on the football field these days and their quarter-final meeting in Bordeaux on Friday will add spice to the men's Olympic tournament.

International Business Times

France’s ‘colonial strategy’ blamed for division in troubled New Caledonia

Three months after the French Pacific territory was rocked by a wave of unrest, an uneasy calm has returned.

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‘It’s crazy’: Kyle Chalmers and Zac Stubblety-Cook bow to new generation in Paris

China’s Pan Zhanle takes 0.4sec off own world record to win 100m freestyle, while France’s Leon Marchand claims second Olympic gold of day

The Guardian - AU

Paris Olympics: Men's Madison preview

Can Denmark hold gold or will it be Great Britain or France or The Netherlands to unseat the reigning champions?

Cycling News

Léon Marchand Of France Wins Third Gold In 200M Breaststroke

Léon Marchand of France shines at Olympics, winning third gold and setting new record in 200m breaststroke, showcasing international talent and competitive...

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Paris Olympics: Women's Madison preview

Great Britain looks to repeat as champions with reigning world champions Neah Evans and Elinor Barker

Cycling News

South Korea Wins Sixth Gold Medal In Men's Team Sabre

South Korea secures sixth gold medal in men's team sabre at the Games, showcasing exceptional skill and sportsmanship. France clinches bronze with a domina...

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Drag queen in Olympic opening ceremony has no regrets, calls it ‘a photograph of France in 2024’

As a gay youth growing up in France, Hugo Bardin never felt he lived in a world that represented who he was

The Independent UK

France, GB win gold in triathlon races

To the relief of Olympic organisers, the triathlon did take place in the River Seine, days after the water faliled a pollution test. The women Tri-athletes went first...diving into the Seine at the historic Alexandre III bridge.It was France's Cassandre Beaugrand who won the women's gold, and team GB's Alex…

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In pictures: Paris Olympics are a feast for the eyes as iconic venues take centre stage

From our special correspondent - The sporting competitions at the Paris Olympic Games are being staged at some of France’s most emblematic locations: the Palace of Versailles, the former bastion of the French monarchy; the final resting place of Napoleon at Les Invalides; that most Parisian of monuments, the Eiffel…

Radio France Internationale

Chinese teenagers dive into Olympic history at the people's Aquatics Centre

Unveiling the Aquatics Centre at the beginning of April, Emmanuel Macron, the president of France, heaped paeans upon the teams that had worked on the 170 million-euro building to ready it in time for the Olympics. Equally crucial, he insisted, the future.

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France's Lavish State Dinners Overspend, EU Issues Warning

France's extravagant state dinner for King Charles III of England incurred a €475,000 expense, contributing to a budget deficit and EU criticism.

The Independent UK

World’s second largest cruise ship gives France’s GDP a €1bn lift

The mega-ship built in Saint-Nazaire boosted economic output by 0.3 per cent

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Montpellier zoo celebrates the birth of baby white rhino

The municipal authorities in Montpellier have announced a rare white rhinoceros was born in the city's zoo at the weekend, a first for the wildlife park in the south of France.

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Minka Kelly To Star In Romantic-Comedy 'Champagne Problems' For Netflix

Minka Kelly stars in Netflix's Champagne Problems, a romantic-comedy about unexpected love in France. Directed by Mark Steven Johnson.

Sports Illustrated

Michael Phelps Had Classy Response to Léon Marchand Breaking His Olympic Record

The Olympic G.O.A.T. showered the France swimmer with praise.

The Guardian - US

USA are lagging in the Olympic gold medal table. Should American fans panic?

As day four of the Olympics began, Team USA were sixth in gold medals won. But their strengths are still to come and their overall total is solid

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Olympics Champion Ariarne Titmus Slams “Ridiculous” Conditions Inside The Olympic Village

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Storm Halts High-Speed Trains In Paris

A storm disrupts high-speed train traffic in France, impacting travelers during the Olympics and summer vacation departures.

The Independent UK

More Olympics travel woes as thousands stuck after storms cancel high-speed trains from Paris

It comes as hotels were forced to cut prices during the Olympics

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