PARIS—The sails of the landmark red windmill atop the Moulin Rouge, the most celebrated cabaret club in Paris, fell to the ground overnight in the early hours of Thursday, much to the sorrow of tourists. “The Moulin Rouge, in 135 years of history, has experienced many adventures but it is true that for the wings, […]
Recent revelations from The New York Times have ignited a firestorm of criticism aimed at the United States Anti-Doping Agency, just three months ahead of the Paris Olympic Games. The World Anti-Doping Agency’s decision not to pursue sanctions against 23 Chinese swimmers, who tested positive for trimetazidine (TMZ) in 2021, has raised serious questions about […]
Five years ago, hundreds of Paris residents gathered in shock as Notre-Dame Cathedral burned before their eyes. The sight of the medieval landmark engulfed in flames left an enduring imprint on the city’s memory. For Josy Touchard, a Parisian born and raised, the collapse of the spire brought tears and emotions, reminiscent of cherished childhood […]
French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday said the opening ceremony for the Paris Olympics planned on the River Seine could be shifted instead to the country’s national stadium if the security threat is deemed too high. France is on high security alert ahead of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics, which are expected to draw millions […]
Concerns loom over the fate of the swimming leg of the triathlon at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, as recent testing has revealed alarming levels of E. coli in the River Seine. Paris 2024 president Tony Estanguet has raised the possibility of cancelling the event if heavy rain affects water quality, although contingency plans, including […]
The French Parliament has approved the first reading of a bill aimed at reinforcing penalties for racist, anti-Semitic, and discriminatory offenses, introducing stricter measures against non-public insults, defamations, and incitements to discrimination or hatred. These offenses, including Holocaust denial and misgendering, would become misdemeanors under the new law, with fines ranging from 1,000 to 3,750 […]
Recent research has shed light on the profound impact of wind turbine-generated infrasound on biodiversity, revealing a silent but alarming threat. With frequencies below 20 hertz, infrasound permeates ecosystems, raising concerns among researchers about its effects on both animals and humans. Dr. Ursula Bellut-Staeck’s 2023 study has drawn attention to the issue, showing how these […]
The prestigious Parisian auction house Bonhams Cornette de Saint Cyr, nestled near the illustrious Champs-Élysées, has unveiled a breathtaking exhibition featuring 530 exquisite couture pieces. Showcasing a century-long journey through French fashion history, from Coco Chanel’s iconic designs to the timeless elegance of Dior, the exhibition captivates with its evolution of style and craftsmanship. One […]
In a recent report by the French Senate, 18 senators sounded the alarm on the escalating trend of what they term “minor transidentification.” While the number of minors seeking transgender surgeries remains relatively low, the report emphasizes a concerning uptick. Proposing a parliamentary bill to prohibit the use of puberty blockers in minors, the senators […]
France faces a dire economic reckoning as its deficit skyrockets to unprecedented levels, trailing only behind Greece and Italy in the EU. The fallout from the government’s pandemic-driven spending spree, symbolized by the “Whatever the cost” policy, has sparked a debate on accountability, with Benoît Perrin of Contribuables Associés pointing fingers at elected officials and […]
President Emmanuel Macron’s recent unveiling of plans for legislation permitting assisted dying in France has ignited a fierce debate. Macron, in an interview with La Croix and Libération, outlined the proposed bill, which imposes strict eligibility criteria, restricting assisted dying to adults suffering from incurable, life-threatening illnesses and experiencing unmanageable pain. NTD spoke with Ludivine […]
On March 17, a group of 50 individuals attacked a police station in a Paris suburb, injuring two officers with fireworks, projectiles, and Molotov cocktails. The incident, believed to be linked to the recent death of a young man after a police chase, has heightened the sense of insecurity in the area. Despite the swift […]
As the City of Light prepares to host the Summer Olympics in July, France, over the weekend, raised its terror alert to the highest level in the wake of the Friday terror attack in a Moscow concert hall, which an ISIS affiliate group claimed. “Following the attack in Moscow, the French President convened a meeting […]
France’s ministry of defense pushed back March 19 against claims by Russia’s intelligence agency that it was preparing to send 2,000 troops to Ukraine, calling the remarks irresponsible and stating that they amounted to disinformation and a provocation. The response came just hours after the director of Russian Foreign Intelligence (SVR), Sergei Naryshkin, claimed that […]
Paris’s Socialist Mayor Anne Hidalgo, says there will be no air conditioning in the newly-constructed “green” Olympic village. Instead, the village will use a cooling system that draws water from underground, as Ms. Hidalgo says to “trust the science.”
French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin urged increased security for Jewish schools and places of worship following a 1000 percent surge in anti-Semitic acts post the October 7 attacks. The French Parliament responded by passing a bill to enhance penalties for discriminatory language, sparking a divisive debate with accusations of anti-Semitism and political motives. NTD spoke […]
PARIS—The Eiffel Tower reopened to visitors on Sunday after a six-day closure because of striking employees demanding better maintenance of the historic landmark, showing traces of rust, and salary hikes. The operator of the 330-meter (1,083-foot) tower said in a statement it reached an agreement with unions representing the workers after promising to allocate an […]
PARIS—French President Emmanuel Macron was greeted with boos and whistles at the opening of the Paris Agricultural Fair on Saturday by angry farmers who blame him for not doing enough to support them. Mr. Macron was scheduled to visit the event, which draws crowds of visitors every year. But before the official opening, several dozen […]
