Melbourne-bound Matildas have eyes on Olympic medal A first Olympic medal is on the radar for the Matildas, who will face Uzbekistan in Melbourne on February 28 to decide which nation qualifies for Paris. AAP · Dec 18, 2023
🔴 Live: UN Security Council vote on Gaza war postponed to Tuesday Prolonged negotiations led the UN Security Council to postpone to Tuesday a vote on a resolution that had sought a new ceasefire in Gaza, diplomatic sources said on Monday, as the United States exhibits growing impatience with key ally Israel. The news comes after the first commercial trucks entered the… France 24 · Dec 18, 2023
Largest Hamas tunnel so far uncovered near Gaza border, Israeli army says The Israeli army said on Sunday it had uncovered the biggest Hamas tunnel in the Gaza Strip so far, just a few hundred metres from the heavily fortified Erez border crossing. The discovery raises new questions about how Israeli surveillance missed preparations by Hamas for the militants' deadly October 7… France 24 · Dec 17, 2023
Golden Rooster Fitted To Spire Of Paris's Notre Dame Cathedral Paris's Notre Dame Cathedral got a new golden rooster on Saturday, part of its renaissance from the ashes of the 2019 fire that severely damaged it and ahead of its reopening next year. International Business Times · Dec 16, 2023
Parisian Elegance: A Revolutionary Showcase of Fashion and Style Experience Parisian elegance on the runway. New fashion trends transform into reality, with every ensemble showcasing style and sophistication. Top News · Dec 16, 2023
Naomi Watts: Embracing Self-love, Friendship, and Laughter in Paris Explore Naomi Watts' vibrant squad goals, celebrating genuine friendship and self-love amidst laughter and love in the beautiful city of Paris. Top News · Dec 16, 2023
Paris's Notre-Dame spire is crowned by new golden rooster to symbolize rebirth The installation by a crane of a new golden rooster, reimagined as a dramatic phoenix with licking, flamed feathers, goes beyond being just a weathervane atop the cathedral spire. It symbolizes resilience amid destruction after the devastating April 2019 fire — as restoration officials also revealed an anti-fire misting system… France 24 · Dec 16, 2023
Notre Dame spire to be crowned with new rooster, symbolizing cathedral's resurgence Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is set to install a golden rooster atop its spire The Independent UK · Dec 16, 2023
Navigating the new sober boom When I cut back on drinking for health reasons, wise bartenders helped me find my way in the zero-proof life Salon · Dec 16, 2023
All aboard the inaugural Venice Simplon-Orient-Express from Paris to the Alps Needle-sharp martinis, endless pink Champagne and Michelin dining, Damien Gabet has the party of a lifetime en route to Courchevel Evening Standard · Dec 16, 2023
Paris is saying ‘non’ to a US-style hellscape of supersized cars – and so should the rest of Europe From emissions to road deaths, the trend for ever-bigger SUVs is a disaster. We need regulation to turn the car industry back to smaller vehicles The Guardian - UK · Dec 16, 2023
Netanyahu hints at new Hamas negotiations after hostage deaths In a televised press conference a day after Israeli forces mistakenly killed three of more than 100 hostages held by Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appeared to hint on Saturday that new negotiations were under way to recover the hostages. The chief of Mossad intelligence met on Friday the prime… France 24 · Dec 16, 2023
Kyle Tucker in Paris: Iconic Style Amidst an Iconic Backdrop Explore Paris with style enthusiast, Kyle Tucker. Witness how his unique fashion sense – black attire, white shoes – adds charm to Parisian nights. Top News · Dec 16, 2023
Peter Sagan's 'good foundation' for 2024 MTB racing starts February in Abu Dhabi Slovakian plans to race World Cups in Brazil in full ramp-up for selection to Paris Olympic Games Cycling News · Dec 15, 2023
FourFourTwo · Dec 15, 2023 9 things I learned watching Newcastle United’s Champions League adventure Lifelong Toon fan, and FourFourTwo Deputy Editor Matt Ketchell reflects on his club's return to Europe after a 20 year absence
France 24 · Dec 15, 2023 Life after death in Sri Lanka with Booker Prize-winning author Shehan Karunatilaka As his year of publicity madness draws to a close after winning the world's most prestigious prize for an English-language book in 2022 – the Booker – Sri Lankan writer Shehan Karunatilaka comes to FRANCE 24 to talk about the novel that made him famous. "The Seven Moons of Maali…
Bored Panda · Dec 15, 2023 “I Ran For My Life”: Italian In Paris Warns About Scary Bracelet Scam A tourist becomes a victim of a not-so-friendly friendship bracelet scam and shares his story on TikTok to warn others. The post “I Ran For My Life”: Italian In Paris Warns About Scary Bracelet Scam first appeared on Bored Panda.
AAP · Dec 15, 2023 Aussie sailors set task after earning Paris quota spots There are no guarantees for Australia's sailors, who still have plenty of work to do to clinch Olympic tickets despite the team winning nine of 10 quota spots.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 15, 2023 Conservation groups hail Cop28 plans to protect nature The summit’s moves to intermesh nature and climate goals are welcomed by campaigners, but concerns remain
AAP · Dec 15, 2023 Paris peak the target for world-beating Aussie sevens Two wins to begin the world rugby sevens series has led Australia's women to go "back to the drawing board" in an effort to peak for the Paris Olympics.
France 24 · Dec 15, 2023 Israel army says troops killed three hostages after mistaking them for 'threat' The Israeli army said its troops shot and killed three hostages on Friday after "mistakenly" identifying them as a threat. Read our blog to see how the day's events unfolded. All times are Paris time (GMT+1).
AAP · Dec 15, 2023 Shayna Jack to spearhead Dolphins' world campaign Australia's world swimming championships squad will be without most of its star names, given the short turnaround to July's Paris Olympics.
The Independent UK · Dec 14, 2023 LeBron James expected to play in London ahead of Paris Olympics Los Angeles Lakers star James has hinted he wants to be part of the squad that heads to Paris
Top News · Dec 14, 2023 South Korea Sends Olympic Athletes to Military Camp for Training South Korea's Olympic Committee sends 400 athletes to a military camp, aiming to boost mental toughness and teamwork for the Paris 2024 Games.
The Times of India · Dec 14, 2023 Neeraj Chopra needs to stay calm to defend title in Paris Olympics: Colin Jackson NEW DELHI: Colin Jackson, former world record holder in the 110m hurdles, believes that defending an Olympic title is a remarkable achievement, and he advises India's champion javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra to "stay calm" to have a shot at accomplishing this feat in Paris next year.