The Latest Breaking News from Paris

Argentina star Lionel Messi to play last game for PSG on Saturday: Galtier

NEW DELHI: Argentina superstar Lionel Messi will conclude his tenure at Paris St Germain (PSG) after playing his final game for the club against Clermont on Saturday, coach Christophe Galtier said on Thursday.

The Times of India · Jun 1, 2023

Rybakina eases into French Open last 32, racks up 30th win of 2023

NEW DELHI: In an impressive display at the French Open, Elena Rybakina, currently ranked fourth in the world, secured her 30th victory of the year on Thursday, propelling her into the last 32 in Paris.

The Times of India · Jun 1, 2023

France's TotalEnergies in court again over fossil fuel projects

An historic lawsuit opened on Wednesday in Paris against the French oil and gas giant TotalEnergies. In a trial that may last over a year, a coalition of NGOs – joined by the cities of New York and Paris – is seeking a court order forcing the company to suspend…

Radio France Internationale · Jun 1, 2023

Three people including a child killed in fresh aerial assault on Kyiv

Three people including a child were killed in a Russian missile strike on Kyiv early on Thursday, Ukrainian officials said. Ten people were injured in the strike. Follow our live blog for the latest developments on the war in Ukraine. All times are Paris time (GMT+2).

France 24 · Jun 1, 2023

Djokovic storms into controversy, again

PARIS: After everything that Novak Djokovic had put himself through over the past few years, the French Open began with the possibility, finally, of a Grand Slam tournament free of drama.

Bangkok Post · Jun 1, 2023

Countries tussle at 'rocky' global plastic talks

PARIS - Negotiators charged with hammering out a global treaty to end plastic pollution were warned there was "no time to lose" on Wednesday, after progress was slowed by two days of procedural debates that campaigners blamed on large producer countries.

Bangkok Post · May 31, 2023

Pasteur centenary in French India

A hundred years ago, by a decree of the muster for the colony in Paris, May 27th having been fixed for the celebration of the great French Savant M. Louis Pasteur, all French colonies in India fittingly celebrated the even

The Hindu · May 31, 2023

Cigarette butts, the plastic pollution that's hiding in plain sight

As nearly 200 countries discuss how to cut plastic pollution at UN talks in Paris this week, environmental campaigners are pushing for a global ban on plastic filters in cigarettes – one of the biggest sources of plastic waste worldwide.

Radio France Internationale · May 31, 2023

Alcaraz sees off Daniel to reach French Open third round

NEW DELHI: Carlos Alcaraz, the world number one, showcased his skills at the French Open by overcoming a challenging test against Japan's Taro Daniel. In a four-set battle, Alcaraz emerged victorious with a scoreline of 6-1, 3-6, 6-1, 6-2, securing a spot in the third round in Paris.

The Times of India · May 31, 2023

French Open: Yuki-Saketh enter 2nd round, Bopanna-Ebden lose in opener

NEW DELHI: Indian tennis players Yuki Bhambri and Saketh Myneni had a successful start to their French Open campaign in Paris by securing a straight-set victory in the men's doubles event.

The Times of India · May 31, 2023