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Preparations for the Paris Olympics stepped up a gear on Saturday as security teams scoured the banks of the Seine ahead of Friday's opening ceremony and top International Olympic Committee officials met in the French capital.

New Emily in Paris photographs have landed and they are going viral

Eight Palestinian athletes will take part in the Paris Olympic Games, which get under way on July 26. After nine months of war in Gaza, their presence will serve as a platform to raise public awareness of their commitment to their people, according to Palestinian officials.

From the women’s swimming events to men’s javelin throw, Al Jazeera picks out the top five rivalries to watch at Paris.

France have an all-star boss targeting gold in Paris – if the past 128 years are anything to go by, he’ll have to navigate some bizarre events to succeed

A series of violent attacks have French police on edge as the opening of the Paris Olympics approaches on 26 July. While the incidents do not appear to be connected, police suspect at least some are linked to terrorism.

How 37 remarkable athletes have overcome harrowing tales of hardship and tragedy to make it to the Paris Games

With the shadow of war as a backdrop, can the Paris Games live up to its ideals?

New restaurant Hakuba offers an authentic omakase experience orchestrated by chef Takuya Watanabe and pastry chef Maxime Frédéric

The city of love and lights is a living museum of fromageries, art and landmarks

Sure, they call it the City of Light