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French DJ files legal complaint over death threats after Olympic opening ceremony

A storm of outrage about the Paris Olympics' opening ceremony has taken a legal turn, with a DJ who performed at the show saying her lawyer is filing complaints over a torrent of threats and other abuse that the LGBTQ+ icon has suffered online in the ceremony's wake.

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Paris Olympics: Manika Batra breaks into last-16 to mark new high for table tennis

Manika Batra surprised world No. 18 and French favourite Prithika Pavade to deliver India's best show in table tennis by becoming the first Indian paddler to reach the last 16 stage in the Olympic Games. Prithika, of Indian origin, was born in Paris a year after her parents shifted to…

The Times of India

Wednesday briefing: Where France’s €1.6bn plan to clean up the Seine for the Olympics went wrong

In today’s newsletter: The government has spent €1.6bn improving the river, but an ancient sewage system and the climate are muddying the waters

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Escape the bustle of Paris for these regal towns less than an hour away

Home to the famous Chateau of Versailles, Yvelines’ historic villages, palaces and barge stays give plenty of reasons to visit — all while avoiding the inflated crowds and prices of the capital, says Anna Richards

The Independent UK

French swim star Marchand bags second Olympic gold in dazzling 200m butterfly

Days after bagging his first gold in the 400m medley, France's Léon Marchand on Wednesday won his second gold medal of the Paris Olympics, cheered on by a home crowd at La Defense Arena.

France 24

Watch: Rui Hachimura plays well but gets ejected in Japan’s loss to France

Lakers forward Rui Hachimura was red-hot and helped Japan compete hard with France, only to get ejected on a very questionable call.

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France and Argentina to meet in last eight of men's Olympic football tournament

France set up a quarter-final showdown on Friday with Argentina in the men's Olympic football tournament after beating New Zealand 3-0 in their final game of the group stages.

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France set up grudge match against Argentina in men’s Olympic football

Hosts France will face Argentina in the men’s quarter-finals at Paris 2024 amid a diplomatic row sparked by players’ chants at the Copa América

The Guardian - UK

U.S. Women Win First-Ever Rugby Sevens Olympic Medal With Last-Second Comeback

A roaring crowd at the Stade de France powered the Women's Eagles to a bronze medal finish.

Sports Illustrated

Algeria withdraws envoy to France amid Western Sahara spat

Algeria pulls its ambassador to France after Paris throws is support behind Morocco's stalled plan to establish limited autonomy for Western Sahara. The move puts France at odds with Algiers, which backs Polisario Front separatists who are demanding full independence.

France 24

9/11 terrorist begs judge to send him back to France because he is fearful of execution if Trump is president

Zacarias Moussaoui is the only person to be convicted in a US court for his role in the 9/11 conspiracy

The Independent UK

Victor Wembanyama Gave Perfect Answer to Question About Swearing in English

The French phenom posted a big statline against Japan on Tuesday.

Sports Illustrated

U.S. Women Secure Historic Olympic Rugby Sevens Bronze Medal

Read about the U.S. women's rugby sevens team's historic bronze medal win at the Olympic Games in Saint-Denis, France, with a thrilling victory over Australia.

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France's Wembanyama Leads Team To Thrilling Overtime Victory

France defeats Japan 94-90 in a thrilling basketball match, showcasing resilience and teamwork. Wembanyama and Strazel shine in a hard-fought victory.

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Stunning Photos Show Height Difference Between Victor Wembanyama, Team Japan Player

Stunning photos from the 2024 Paris Olympics basketball game between France and Japan show the extreme height difference between Victor Wembanyama and Yuki Togashi.

International Business Times

French D-Day Veteran Dies Ages 105: Presidency

One of the last surviving French veterans of the June 1944 D-Day landings has died aged 105, only weeks after he helped welcome US President Joe Biden to Paris for the 80th anniversary of the amphibious assault, the presidency said Tuesday.

Sports Illustrated

Japan's Rui Hachimura Ejected vs. France After Pair of Unsportsmanlike Fouls

The last two Olympic hosts played a classic Tuesday in Lille.

Cycling News

How to watch the 2024 Tour de France Femmes

Catch all the action as contenders chase the yellow jersey on the road to Alpe d'Huez

Fortune

McDonald's CEO blames Muslims' Gaza boycott for first quarterly sales drop since COVID

The fast food restaurant chain is losing customers following a boycott of its Israeli franchisee.

Sports Illustrated

Joel Embiid Had Simple Response When Asked About Getting Booed in Paris

The MVP big man is not a fan favorite in France.

Radio France Internationale

Algeria recalls ambassador after France backs Moroccan plan for Western Sahara

Algeria announced on Tuesday it is recalling its ambassador from France. This came after President Emmanuel Macron offered support for a plan for autonomy in the Western Sahara under Moroccan sovereignty. He described it as the "only way" to resolve the longstanding territorial dispute.

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