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Sir Sadiq Khan says London could ‘knock it out of the park’ as an Olympic host

Khan believes London could “knock it out of the park” as an Olympic and Paralympic Games host.

The Independent UK · Apr 28, 2025

Paris police chief backs keeping AI surveillance in place post-Olympics

The head of the Paris police, Laurent Nuñez, has said he is in favour of extending the use of controversial AI-powered video surveillance trialled during the Olympic and Paralympic Games. The system showed promising results, according to law enforcement, but has drawn criticism from rights groups over potential abuse of…

Radio France Internationale · Sep 27, 2024

'Tu suicide kar le': Paralympics champion Navdeep Singh reveals heart-wrenching past

NEW DELHI: Navdeep Singh, the Paralympics gold medalist, shared a powerful story of resilience and triumph at the Paris Games. Initially securing a silver medal, Navdeep’s achievement was later upgraded to gold, marking a historic milestone in his athletic career. His remarkable performance in the men's javelin F41 final at…

The Times of India · Sep 15, 2024

Paris 2024 Paralympic Games finish with sound and light spectacular

The 17th Paralympic Games ended on Sunday night with a spectacular son-et-lumière flourish in front of thousands of Paralympians as well as 65,000 spectators at a rain-soaked Stade de France in Saint Denis.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 8, 2024

Why the Paralympics ‘inclusive’ messaging is misleading

As the Paralympic Games come to an end with the closing ceremony, it’s an opportune moment to reflect back on the messaging behind the event. The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) promoted the Games as an inclusive event that enhances opportunities for people who experience disability globally.

The Conversation · Sep 8, 2024

EXPLAINED: From Silver to Gold! Why Navdeep Singh's javelin medal was upgraded at Paris Paralympics

NEW DELHI: Para-athlete Navdeep made history at the Paralympic Games by winning the gold medal in the Men's Javelin throw F41 category. He achieved a personal best distance of 47.32 metres, securing India's seventh gold medal in the French Capital.

The Times of India · Sep 8, 2024

Four reasons the UK should bid for the 2040 Olympic and Paralympic Games

As the sun sets on the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, and we wait another four years for the Los Angeles games to begin, a simple question hangs in the air: should the UK consider a bid for the Olympics and Paralympics? Australia will host in 2032 in…

The Conversation · Sep 6, 2024

Turkey's band of sisters win third straight goalball title at Paris Paralympics

Turkey claimed the women's goalball crown for a third consecutive Paralympic Games on Thursday night following their 8-3 victory over Israel at the South Paris Arena.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 5, 2024

OPINION - Britain is soaring at these Paralympic Games — and this is why

It’s been an incredible Paralympic Games and I’ve loved watching all of the action whether it be on the track, on the court, in the water or the arena.

Evening Standard · Sep 5, 2024

Paris 2024 Paralympics: Five things we learned on Day 7 - Correspondence course

One for the thinkers this. Men's race 28.3km. Women's race 14.2km. The 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris have been predicated on inclusiveness and sustainability. But do we want such divisiveness even now?

Radio France Internationale · Sep 4, 2024