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The Latest Breaking News from Paris

Why isn't Kylian Mbappe at the Olympics?

The Paris Olympics start on July 26, but why won't France's most iconic player be representing his nation?

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Why aren't Team GB in the Olympics for football?

Hot on the heels of Euro 2024 will be the summer's other major sporting event - the Paris Olympics

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Who is Rebecca McGowan? Taekwondo star striving for medal after winning ‘biggest battle’ to reach Paris 2024

The 24-year-old edged double OIympic bronze medallist Bianca Cook for a spot in Paris after a gruelling selection process

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Parisian cultural sector braces for a fall during 2024 Olympics: ‘We’re the big losers’

In the next few weeks, millions of people will descend on the French capital to attend one of the world’s biggest sporting events: the 2024 Summer Olympic Games. But most will turn their backs on Paris’s cultural attractions, many of which are expecting the worst revenue drop in years. While…

France 24

A look at upcoming blockbusters hitting theatres this summer

We take a look at some of the summer blockbusters filling air-conditioned movie theatres around the globe, as film critic Lisa Nesselson showcases some of the more enticing meteorological, extraterrestrial and fantastical pictures coming to the big screen. Jacque Audiard’s award-winning “Emilia Perez” opens in French cinemas after a warm…

France 24

Paris Olympics: Jyothi Yarraji ready to put end to her mother's enormous struggles

NEW DELHI: Jyothi Yarraji's every stride and jump over the hurdles on the track seems to symbolize her determination to overcome the hardships faced by her mother, Kumari, who tirelessly worked two jobs in Visakhapatnam as a domestic help and a hospital cleaner to support their family.

The Times of India

Is the River Seine clean for Olympic swimming? Paris mayor takes a dip to prove a point

Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo says the water was ‘a little cool but not so bad’ after swimming in the Seine last week

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Audio-Technica to Provide Broadcast Equipment Solutions for NBC Sports in Paris

NBC Sports will utilize Audio-Technica microphones and broadcast headsets and headphones.

AVNetwork

IOA chief PT Usha chides WFI ad-hoc panel for exclusion of Antim Panghal's coaches in long list

NEW DELHI: PT Usha, the IOA President, strongly criticised the ad-hoc panel responsible for managing the suspended WFI on Wednesday. She pointed out that the committee failed to exercise due diligence and omitted the names of wrestler Antim Panghal's coaches from the extensive list submitted to the Paris Olympic Games…

The Times of India

Trying to give the best support to Indian contingent but still being criticised: IOA chief PT Usha

NEW DELHI: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) President, PT Usha, praised the remarkable collaboration between the sports ministry, IOA, and national federations on Wednesday. She emphasized that this joint effort guaranteed that athletes heading to Paris received the support staff they preferred.

The Times of India

Pernod Ricard sells Jacob’s Creek and other big wine brands

Paris-based company will focus on spirits such as Absolut and Beefeater as well as champagne

The Guardian - UK

Balzac’s Paris: The City as Human Comedy by Eric Hazan review – street spirit

A stroll through 19th-century Paris that blends literary criticism and psychogeography

The Guardian - UK

$Ellen van Dijk confirmed for Paris Olympics six weeks after fracturing ankle$

Ellen van Dijk confirmed for Paris Olympics six weeks after fracturing ankle

Dutch rider makes stunning recovery in time to start time trial and road race

Cycling News

'Express yourself in Paris': Kapil Dev's advice to Paris Olympics-bound Indian athletes

NEW DELHI: Former Indian captain Kapil Dev shared his thoughts on Wednesday regarding the upcoming Olympic Games, which are set to commence on July 26. He encouraged the Indian athletes participating in the event to perform without any fear or hesitation, emphasizing the importance of self-expression on the global stage.

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The Guardian - UK

How Great Britain claimed Olympic cricket glory in Paris 124 years ago

Classically English game has featured at the Olympics once, and British team will defend their title at Los Angeles 2028

Radio France Internationale

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo takes plunge in Seine, signalling river is ready for Olympic events

The mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, eventually swam in the Seine on Wednesday to demonstrate the river is now clean enough for outdoor Olympic swimming events.

Al Jazeera

Location, events, stadium: All to know about the Paris Olympics 2024 venues

Where will football finals be held? What’s the venue for athletics? Why is surfing 15,000km away? Al Jazeera explains.

The Times of India

Race walker Suraj Panwar gears up for his Olympic debut in Paris

Suraj Panwar, a race walker, is preparing for an extraordinary journey at his first Olympic Games in Paris, where he will compete in a mixed event without his usual training partner. However, Panwar is no stranger to challenges.

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Evening Standard

Paris Olympics 2024: Mayor Anne Hidalgo goes swimming in River Seine to prove it is clean

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo pledged swim to prove river’s cleanliness ahead of 2024 Games

International Business Times

Paris Mayor Takes Pre-Olympics Dip To Prove Seine Clean

The mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, swam in the murky waters of the Seine on Wednesday to demonstrate the river is now clean enough for outdoor Olympic swimming events.

France 24

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo swims in the Seine nine days before Olympic Games kickoff

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo took a long-awaited dip in the River Seine on Wednesday morning in a bid to prove the water is clean enough to host the outdoor swimming events at the Olympics later this month.

The Times of India

What to expect from Indian wrestlers at Paris Olympics - a SWOT analysis

Indian wrestlers have consistently secured medals in every Olympic Games since 2008 in Beijing, solidifying wrestling's position as a premier Olympic sport in the nation. This success has extended to the junior level as well, with the emergence of U23 world champions, raising expectations for outstanding performances in Paris.

Radio France Internationale

Paris airport staff call off strike 10 days before Olympics

Paris airport workers have called off a strike that would have disrupted travel just ahead of the Olympic Games after reaching a deal on bonuses.

The Independent UK

Watch: Paris mayor swims in River Seine after sewage concerns ahead of Olympics

Watch as Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo swam in the River Seine on Wednesday, 17 July, as the city prepares to host the 2024 Olympics.

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Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo To Swim In Seine River

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo fulfills promise to swim in Seine River to showcase improved cleanliness ahead of Paris 2024 Games. Follow AP's coverage of the Pa...

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