Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

The Latest Breaking News from Paris

The Catholic Church is using the upcoming Paris Olympics to engage young people − but several popes have already promoted sports as a way to teach Christian values

As the sporting world and fans await the opening ceremonies of the 2024 Paris Olympics and the Paralympic Games, eight Catholic dioceses in Greater Paris have already ignited their own Olympic flame by organizing the “Holy Games.” The project is a collaboration between the Archdiocese of Paris and the French…

The Conversation

McVeigh boosts Paris hopes in Boomers' win over China

Tasmania JackJumpers star Jack McVeigh has put his hand up for a spot in the Boomers' final squad for the Paris Olympics with a huge performance against China.

AAP

Eight-time Olympian Hoy to miss Paris selection

Three-time equestrian gold medallist Andrew Hoy, the only Australian to have competed at eight Olympics, is understood to have missed selection for Paris.

AAP

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Malone responds to Hockeyroos' Olympic snub

Rosie Malone has publicly responded to her Olympic omission, questioning what more she could have done but wishing the Hockeyroos well in Paris.

AAP

In a class of their own: three Olympic sportswomen talk about overcoming war, hardship and the Taliban

In advance of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, we speak to women who have faced conflict, discrimination and a lack of funding to stand as their countries’ only female qualifiers in their chosen fields

The Guardian - UK

Results from first round of France's snap elections mapped out

France's far-right National Rally made historic gains in the first round of snap elections on Sunday. But their progress is greater in small towns and rural areas than in big cities. RFI looks at how the map of France stands as the three leading parties prepare to battle it out…

Radio France Internationale

Generations collide as Aussie skaters chase Paris gold

A nine-strong Australian skateboarding team will carry genuine medal hopes when they head to Paris for the sport's second Olympic instalment.

AAP

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

'Superhuman' para-athletes look to bounce back in Paris

After falling down the medal tally at the 2021 Games in Tokyo, the Australian Paralympic team believes they are "one of the strongest" to represent the country.

AAP

16-Year-Old Quincy Wilson To Make Olympic Debut In Paris

16-year-old Quincy Wilson to make history as youngest U.S. track athlete at Olympics, showcasing exceptional talent in 400m event.

Top News

Black Fern legend Woodman-Wickliffe's Olympic swansong

Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, a two-time Rugby World Cup winner and Olympic gold medallist, is to retire from the international game after the Paris Games.

AAP

How to eat like a Paris 2024 Olympic Athlete

A sneak peek into four dishes being served at the Paris 2024 Athletes’ Village.

Fortune

Lord Coe says Ukraine trip reaffirmed his Russian and Belarusian athletes stance

Coe praised the resilience of athletes he met at the country’s national championships, which also served as trials for this summer’s Paris Olympics.

The Independent UK

NBC to Air Record Amount of Live Paris Olympics Coverage

NBC and Peacock to Lead NBCU’s coverage of the XXXIII Olympiad from Paris, France

TV Tech

Six athletes, including one woman, in Palestine team for Paris Olympics

Six athletes, including one woman, have been selected to represent Palestine at the Paris Olympics

The Independent UK

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Independent UK

Macron camp divided as far-right National Rally takes one step closer to power in Paris

Rival French parties scramble to build anti-far-right front amid political turmoil

The Independent UK

Simone Biles will return to the Olympics. Here's who else made the USA Women's Gymnastics team

Simone Biles is heading back to the Olympics with a few of her friends

The Independent UK

Skateboarder Andy Macdonald says qualifying for Olympics at 50 ‘pretty surreal’

Macdonald is part of a three-person GB team for the Paris Games alongside teenagers Sky Brown and Lola Tambling.

The Independent UK

Simone Biles’ husband Jonathan Owens shows support after she makes US Olympic team

‘We going to Paris. Man I’m so proud,’ Owens wrote on Instagram

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

Radio France Internationale

Nigerian designer Femi Ajose brings original Lagos looks to Paris

Up-and-coming designers showcased their work in Paris this week at Africa Fashion Up, an event that celebrates young creatives from across the continent. Nigerian stylist Femi Ajose told RFI how he revisits local heritage and materials to create sustainable, contemporary designs.

France 24

Ghana's reggae and dancehall king Stonebwoy on using music to unify

He's been described as the king of reggae and dance hall artists in Africa. For the past decade, Stonebwoy has cemented himself as one of Ghana's most successful artists, winning more than 50 awards. His music has reached millions on streaming platforms, earning the respect of artists and fans far…

Top News

16-Year-Old Quincy Wilson To Make History As Youngest US Male Track Olympian

16-year-old Quincy Wilson poised to make history as youngest US male track Olympian in 4x400m relay team for Paris Olympics after breaking under-18 world r...

Saucony teases Endorphin Elite 2 running shoes – here's how to get them

Malindi Elmore will run the upcoming Paris Marathon in the soon-to-be-launched racing shoes

The Times of India

'Stay in the moment, keep...': Abhinav Bindra's million-dollar advice to Paris-bound Indian athletes

NEW DELHI: Abhinav Bindra, the first Indian to win an individual Olympic gold medal, is well-versed in managing the immense pressure that comes with competing on the grandest stage.

The Independent UK

Dina Asher-Smith bidding to ‘create history’ after previous Olympics heartbreak

The 28-year-old is looking to become the first British woman to claim Olympic sprint gold in either the 100m or 200m

1 … 343 344 345 346

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.