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The Latest Breaking News from the Paralympic Games

Grit, dark humour and buckets of resilience — what it takes to become a Paralympian

From wheelchair racers to long jumpers with hardly any sight, it takes more than just athleticism to compete in the marvel that is the Paralympic Games. Katie Strick hears some of the most inspiring stories from Team GB

Evening Standard

Peacock to Stream Record 1,500+ Hours of Paralympic Games Coverage

Peacock will also offer Gold Zone and Multiview for the first time at the Paralympic Games

TV Tech

Get ready for the Paralympic games – an explainer for kids by The Week Junior

Athletes with disabilities will compete in Paris this summer

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France ramps up security with 25,000 police officers to guard Paralympics

Some 25,000 police officers are to be be deployed daily across Paris and surrounding areas during the Paralympic Games, mirroring the security measures implemented during the recent Olympics.

Radio France Internationale

French interior minister says 25,000 police will guard the Paralympic Games

France’s interior minister says that about 25,000 police officers will be deployed every day in Paris and beyond to watch over the Paralympic Games, in line with the security implemented during the Olympics

The Independent UK

Paris Paralympic ticket sales get Olympic boost, but still lagging

With less than a fortnight to go before the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games in Paris, just over half of the tickets have been sold. Organisers are hoping a sales boost that followed the start of the Olympics will continue.

Radio France Internationale

Why aren’t the Olympics and Paralympics combined into one Games? The reasoning goes beyond logistics

As the lights go out on an outstanding Olympic Games in Paris, with record-breaking media attention and excellent medal results for Team Canada, it’s important to remember the Games aren’t over — it’s just the halfway mark.

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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…

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Annie Leibovitz releases new "Picture of health" para athlete campaign for Bupa—100 days before Paris 2024

The 'Picture of Health' campaign celebrates the diverse health stories, launched 100 days before the Paralympic Games

Digital Camera World

May design news: a car that runs on plastic, food art and the history of the Paralympic Games

Nike creates a cape that transforms into a tent, stone makes a comeback, and a recipe book that doubles as an art lesson

The Guardian - UK

Paralympics countdown: ‘We want to positively influence lives of 1.2bn people’

With 100 days to go until the Paris Games, the IPC’s Andrew Parsons says it is vital for disability rights they are the best ever

The Guardian - UK

Final stretch to Paris Paralympics as 100-day countdown begins

The 100-day countdown starts on Monday for the Opening Ceremony of the Paralympic Games. Plans so far have been marked by highs and lows in areas concerning security, accessibility and broadcasting, while audience anticipation for the event is stronger.

Radio France Internationale

Paul McCartney song starts Paralympics on 100-day countdown to opening ceremony in Paris

With an assist from Paul McCartney the Paralympic Games is starting its 100-day race to the opening ceremony in Paris on Aug. 28

The Independent UK

Paralympic Games in Paris set to reach largest audience after broadcast deals

The Paralympic Games is expected to reach its largest audience this summer, with a record number of countries agreeing broadcast deals for Paris 2024

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France 24

2024 Paris Paralympics: City marks one-year countdown to start of games

Olympic fever is growing in the French capital. Paris will host the 17th edition of the Paralympic games for the first time from August 28 to September 8, 2024, just 17 days after the Olympics's closing ceremony. FRANCE 24's James Vasina talks to Andrew Parsons, president of the International Paralympic…

The Independent UK

One year before Paralympics, Paris trying to make city more accessible to those with disabilities

Paris has one year to go before hosting the Paralympic Games and is faced with a significant challenge: the accessibility of its public transit

France 24

Key dates to remember ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris

Paris is gearing up for a summer of sports as it prepares to host the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The city is already abuzz with preparations for the opening ceremony, test events and the journey of the Olympic torch relay. FRANCE 24 takes a look at the key dates…

Radio France Internationale

Paralympics chief hails unity on ban of Russian and Belarusian competitors

International Paralympics Committee (IPC) supremo Andrew Parsons hailed the solidarity of his organisation over the ban imposed on Russian and Belarusian competitors in international para events following the outbreak of war in Ukraine in 2022.

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