French Open: Carlos Alcaraz wants to join an elite club as a Teenage Grand Slam Champion
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Why is it so tough against Rafael Nadal at the French Open? Jordan Thompson explains
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Rafael Nadal pays tribute to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga following Frenchman's retirement
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'Rafael Nadal will improve with every game and...', says former No.1: The Big 3 have dominated men's tennis for nearly two decades
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Why is it so tough against Rafael Nadal at the French Open? Jordan Thompson explains
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Rafael Nadal pays tribute to Jo-Wilfried Tsonga following Frenchman's retirement
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'Rafael Nadal will improve with every game and...', says former No.1: The Big 3 have dominated men's tennis for nearly two decades
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Europe faces ‘mortal’ threat, says Emmanuel Macron: French president calls for huge investment push and EU reforms in Sorbonne speech
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Quick Glance: Macron Calls for Stronger European Defense
- Macron urged Europe to adopt a credible defense strategy less dependent on the US.
- He warned that Europe was not adequately prepared to face global threats like Russia's war in Ukraine.
- Emphasizing European sovereignty, Macron called for autonomy in defense and the economy.
- He advocated for a revision of EU trade policy, prioritizing European suppliers for military equipment.
French Auto Supplier OPmobility Warns of Tough Times Ahead for EV Makers: French automotive supplier OPmobility has warned that electric-vehicle manufacturers ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/french-auto-supplier-warns-of-tough-times-ahead-for-ev-makers
French PM announces crackdown on teen school violence: Prime Minister Gabriel Attal has presented measures for a 'surge of authority' after a series of attacks ...
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/04/18/french-pm-announces-crackdown-on-teen-school-violence_6668815_5.html
Rafael Nadal confirms Laver Cup in Berlin: Rafael Nadal will compete at the Laver Cup in Berlin from September 20th to 22nd.
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Rafael Nadal wins in Madrid homecoming, defeats 16-year-old American Darwin Blanch
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Parisians warm up for Olympics with workouts in Louvre museum: Parisians warmed up for the coming Olympics with a series of workouts inside the renowned Louvre ...
reuters.com/sports/parisians-warm-up-olympics-with-workouts-louvre-museum-2024-04-24/
ATP Barcelona: Rafael Nadal wins impressively at Comeback: Rafael Nadal has made an impressive return to the tennis tour: At the ATP tournament in Barcelona ...
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Quick Glance: Rafael Nadal's Exit from 2024 Barcelona, Defeat to Alex de Minaur in Second Round
- The 12-time champion couldn’t replicate his first-round performance, exiting the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell against the fourth-seeded Aussie.
- Nadal's comeback at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell concluded in the second round on Wednesday on the unseeded icon's home court.
- De Minaur, seeded fourth in Barcelona, defeated the living legend in a straight-set victory to advance to the third round.
- Overall, Nadal managed just 11 winners to 42 unforced errors, while De Minaur played the cleaner match with 21 to 26, respectively, awaiting the Aussie in the third round will be either No. 16 seed Arthur Fils or Daniel Altmaier.
Laureus Awards: Novak Djokovic wins for the fifth time!: After a great 2023 season
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Quick Glance: Awards for Bonmati and Djokovic at Laureus Awards
- Spain's Aitana Bonmati, a midfielder and World Cup winner, was named Sportswoman of the Year, while Novak Djokovic from Serbia received the top men's award at the Laureus ceremony on Monday.
- Tom Brady presented Djokovic with his fifth Laureus Award following an impressive 2023 performance, including winning the U.S. Open and tying Margaret Court's record for 24 Grand Slam titles.
- Jude Bellingham was honored as the Breakthrough Player of the Year, and Simone Biles took home the Comeback of the Year award.
- Nominees for the Laureus World Sports Awards are chosen by global media, with the winners selected by the 69 members of the Laureus World Sports Academy.
Gabriel Attal's first 100 days as prime minister, amid turbulent times in France: Appointed to 'regenerate' a stagnant presidential term, the prime minister has ...
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/04/16/gabriel-attal-s-first-100-days-as-prime-minister-amid-turbulent-times-in-france_6668607_5.html
Speech at the Sorbonne in Paris: Emmanuel Macron calls for a strong Europe: Europe must gain more respect again - This is what Emmanuel Macron demanded in his ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/25/macron-rede-sorbonne-europa
French air traffic controllers call off strike, too late for mass cancelations: Unions had called for a major strike on Thursday after a breakdown of ...
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/24/french-air-traffic-controllers-cancel-strike_6669378_7.html
French anti-terrorism authorities arrested a 16-year-old youth after he said on social media that he wanted to die a martyr at the Olympic Games in Paris this ...
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Blades of Paris landmark Moulin Rouge windmill collapse: The blades of the Moulin Rouge windmill, one of the most famous landmarks in Paris ...
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Quick Glance: Unexpected Collapse of Moulin Rouge Windmill Blades in Paris
- The red windmill blades of the famous Moulin Rouge cabaret collapsed unexpectedly onto the street.
- The cabaret's technicians conduct routine checks on the windmill mechanism, so far without any issues.
- The fire department verified that the collapse resulted in no injuries.
- The Moulin Rouge cabaret in Paris is renowned for its iconic red windmill blades and is a popular landmark.
Ex-Resistance Olympic torch-bearer still wants to 'change the world': At the age of 102, Melanie Berger-Volle will carry the Olympic torch as high as she can ...
thelocal.fr/20240412/ex-resistance-olympic-torch-bearer-still-wants-to-change-the-world
Time for Kering’s king to consider a step back: Kering Chairman and CEO François-Henri Pinault was 42 when his father François, the self-made billionaire who’d ...
reuters.com/breakingviews/time-kerings-king-consider-step-back-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: Time for Kering’s King to Consider a Step Back
- Francois-Henri Pinault, Chairman and CEO of Kering, should consider bringing in fresh blood and possibly appointing a new CEO.
- In any sector other than luxury, shareholders might have already stepped in to suggest a change at the helm, but at Kering, founding families tightly control the company.
- The board of Kering should apply pressure on the chairman to at least give up the CEO role.
- Pinault should step back into the chairman's job and leave a new Kering chief the independence they will need.
Kering shares slump after luxury company warns of H1 operating profit drop: Kering's shares slumped on Wednesday, after the French luxury goods company warned it ...
reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/kering-shares-slump-after-luxury-company-warns-h1-operating-profit-drop-2024-04-24/
Luxembourg’s free public transport to be extended across French border with new commuter scheme
euronews.com/travel/2024/04/23/luxembourgs-free-public-transport-to-be-extended-across-french-border-with-new-commuter-sc
French police arrested a man who threatened to blow himself up at Iran's consulate in Paris, but on being searched was found not to be carrying any explosives
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Burkina Faso's pro-Russia junta expels French diplomats: The junta has accused three diplomats of "subversive activities", which France has denied.
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Darwin Blanch, 16, has hilarious reaction to drawing Rafael Nadal at Mutua Madrid Open
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France's DGAC warns of flight disruptions at French airports due to April 25 strike
reuters.com/world/europe/frances-dgac-warns-cancelled-flights-french-airports-due-strike-2024-04-24/
Maximilian Maeder claims victory at French Olympic Week: At the Port of Hyeres in France, the Singapore teen needed just one attempt to win the first-to-three ...
straitstimes.com/sport/maximilian-maeder-claims-victory-at-french-olympic-week
France's air traffic control strikes ground flights across Europe: Delays and flight cancellations were set to impact swathes of Europe on Thursday ...
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TotalEnergies beats expectations despite lower gas prices: French energy giant TotalEnergies posted a 22% decline in first-quarter earnings ...
reuters.com/business/energy/totalenergies-q1-net-income-falls-22-lower-gas-prices-2024-04-26/
Former Wimbledon and French Open champion Muguruza retires: Spain's former world number 1 and Wimbledon and French Open champion Garbine Muguruza announced her ...
reuters.com/sports/tennis/former-wimbledon-french-open-champion-muguruza-retires-2024-04-20/
Thousands of flights canceled in France as air traffic controllers strike over pay
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Sanofi profit slips on generic competition and currency effects: Sanofi's first-quarter operating income fell 14.7% as currency effects and cheap competition to ...
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Quick Glance: Sanofi Struggles with Profit Decline due to Competition and Currency Effects
- In the first quarter, Sanofi's operating income decreased by 14.7%, primarily due to currency effects and competitive pressures on their multiple sclerosis drug Aubagio, despite the increase in sales of the anti-inflammatory drug Dupixent.
- The company emphasized the forecast that adjusted earnings per share (EPS) for 2024 are expected to decrease by a low single-digit percentage, excluding currency fluctuations.
- During a media briefing, Finance chief Francois-Xavier Roger highlighted the impact of the decline in the Argentine Peso on first-quarter international sales.
- Since unexpectedly abandoning the 2025 margin targets last October under a plan to boost spending on drug development, CEO Paul Hudson has been working to restore investor confidence in the company's drug pipeline.
Nestlé subsidary Perrier destroys two million bottles of water after 'fecal' bacteria discovery
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/24/nestle-subsidary-destroys-two-million-bottles-of-water-after-fecal-bacteria-discovery
French music awards Les Flammes shines light on criticized 'urban music' label: The Les Flammes ceremony, to be held on Thursday evening, aims to highlight the ...
lemonde.fr/en/culture/article/2024/04/25/french-music-awards-les-flammes-shines-light-on-criticized-urban-music-label_6669522_30.html
France, Germany agree deal to develop Europe's next generation of tanks: French and German defence ministers will sign a landmark deal in Paris on Friday that ...
rfi.fr/en/france/20240425-france-germany-sign-historic-deal-to-develop-europe-s-next-generation-of-tanks
Airport operator ADP Q1 revenue boosted by post-pandemic travel boom: French airport group ADP reported on Friday a better-than-expected rise in first-quarter ...
reuters.com/business/airport-operator-adp-q1-revenue-beats-expectations-traffic-growth-2024-04-26/
French Development Minister Sees Hope for Sustainability Goals: Chrysoula Zacharopoulou, France’s minister for development, expressed some optimism after this ...
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Céline Dion talks beauty secrets with Vogue France: “I'm very proud that at 55, I'm being asked to reveal my beauty”
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French police evict hundreds of migrants from a Paris warehouse ahead of the Olympics
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/17/french-police-evict-hundreds-of-migrants-from-a-paris-warehouse-ahead-of-the-olympics_6668705_7.html
Leading French left-wing MP Mathilde Panot investigated for pro-Palestine comments
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Nadal wishes he could play longer and create a lasting memory for his son Rafa Junior - News | Khaleej Times
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Paris 2024: Macron's 'plans B and C' for the Olympics opening ceremony on the Seine raise questions
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/04/16/paris-2024-emmanuel-macron-s-plans-b-and-c-for-the-opening-ceremony-raise-questions_6668541_9.html
Quick Glance: Security Concerns Prompt Alternatives for France's Olympic Opening Ceremony
- France has developed contingency plans for the July 26 Olympics opening ceremony on the river Seine in response to security concerns, as stated by President Emmanuel Macron on Monday.
- Heightened security alert due to conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine, along with the threat of terrorist attacks, has prompted action by the French government.
- Expressing confidence, Macron believes the anticipated Games ceremony with large crowds by the Seine, involving around 160 boats embarking on a 6 km journey, will be a significant achievement.
- The leadership of the United States Olympic and Paralympic teams approves of the security arrangements along the Seine for the opening ceremony, according to the team's security head, Nicole Deal.
Renault Q1 sales lifted by financing arm, confirms 2024 profit outlook: Renault expects its sales growth to accelerate this year as it launches a number of new ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/renault-q1-sales-rise-18-2024-04-23/
Paris 2024: French PM wants to increase secret service surveillance by 20% during the Olympics
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/20/paris-2024-french-pm-wants-to-increase-secret-service-surveillance-by-20-during-the-olympics_6668955_7.html
At least five migrants die attempting to cross Channel for UK: At least five migrants, including a child, died overnight during an attempt to cross the Channel ...
france24.com/en/europe/20240423-at-least-five-migrants-die-attempting-cross-channel-uk
Macron calls for Israel to 'avoid escalation' but says Iran's attack was 'disproportionate'
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/15/macron-calls-for-israel-to-avoid-escalation-but-says-iran-s-attack-was-disproportionate_6668437_7.html
Atos says it will need more cash than expected: Struggling French IT consulting firm Atos on Thursday said a review of its 2024-2027 business plan would lead to ...
reuters.com/technology/atos-says-group-will-need-more-cash-than-expected-2024-04-25/
French judicial authorities seize properties belonging to Putin associates: A villa in the Basque Country linked to Vladimir Putin's ex-wife and a Paris ...
lemonde.fr/en/les-decodeurs/article/2024/04/17/french-judicial-authorities-seize-property-belonging-to-putin-associates_6668750_8.html
Rafael Nadal continues to face injury ‘limitations’ and is unsure if he will compete at French Open
cnn.com/2024/04/25/sport/rafael-nadal-madrid-open-tennis-spt-intl/
The US was getting too expensive. So this artist relocated to France for a slower-paced life
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China is a threat to Europe’s gunpowder supply, defense boss warns : Saab boss warns Beijing dominates supplies of a key component to make powder to fire shells ...
politico.eu/article/saab-ceo-warns-against-reliance-china-make-weapons-europe/
Russia but not Putin invited to French D-Day anniversary, say organisers: Russia but not President Vladimir Putin will be invited to the French ceremony in June ...
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'This 'war economy' coined by Macron has yet to see the light of day': The French president's proactive strategic shift on Ukraine has raised hopes in Kyiv ...
lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2024/04/10/this-war-economy-coined-by-macron-has-yet-to-see-the-light-of-day_6667985_23.html
What Europe needs to get on with the clean energy transition: Europe is not on track with its energy transition goals, but is in a good position to succeed in ...
euronews.com/business/2024/04/24/wasting-renewables-where-europe-is-in-the-race-for-clean-energy-transition
Macron bets on commemorations to create common national narrative: On Sunday, the French president first paid tribute to French Resistance fighters ...
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/04/08/macron-bets-on-commemorations-to-create-common-national-narrative_6667700_5.html
Sydney stabbing: French hero gains Australian residency for confronting shopping centre killer
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Rwanda genocide: The communication slip-up over
France's responsibility: The French presidency had said on Thursday that Macron would release a message saying ...
lemonde.fr/en/france/article/2024/04/08/rwanda-genocide-the-communication-slip-up-on-france-s-responsibility_6667721_7.html
ATP Barcelona: Rafael Nadal to make comeback against Flavio Cobolli: Rafael Nadal will make his comeback at the ATP Tour 500 tournament in Barcelona ...
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Nadal still the ultimate test on clay, says Tsitsipas: Rafa Nadal could return to action this week in Barcelona and play just his second event of an injury-hit ...
reuters.com/sports/tennis/nadal-still-ultimate-test-clay-says-tsitsipas-2024-04-15/
Quick Glance: Casper Ruud defeats Novak Djokovic in Monte Carlo semifinals for biggest career win
- Casper Ruud defeated Novak Djokovic in the Monte Carlo semifinals with a 6-4, 1-6, 6-4 victory, marking the biggest win of his career.
- Ruud, previously 0-11 against Top 3 players in his career and 0-25 in sets in those matches, overcame the odds to secure a historic victory over Djokovic.
- Following a thrilling match, Ruud emerged victorious against Djokovic, becoming the first Norwegian to defeat a world No. 1 in ATP rankings history.
- Ruud continues his quest for success, advancing to the final to face Stefanos Tsitsipas after his triumph over Djokovic in Monte Carlo.
The Paris Olympics menu: more French, more local, less meat: Athletes at this year's Olympics will be eating fresh produce mostly made in France ...
reuters.com/sports/paris-olympics-menu-more-french-more-local-less-meat-2024-04-18/
French far-right candidate kicks off campaign but dodges questions: Just hours after Macron's Europe speech, the head of the French far-right party Jordan ...
euronews.com/2024/04/26/eu-elections-french-far-right-candidate-launches-his-campaign-but-avoids-confrontation
I’m a Scholar of Ben Franklin. I Can’t Believe How Good Michael Douglas Is in the New Show.
slate.com/culture/2024/04/ben-franklin-michael-douglas-apple-show-true-story-accuracy.html
Quick Glance: Franklin: An Entertaining Historical Series
- Benjamin Franklin (Michael Douglas) embarks on a secret mission to France to garner support in the war for independence against the English.
- The series, with Michael Douglas in the title role, offers an enjoyable portrayal of America's Founding Fathers, although the plot switches between English and subtitled French.
- The interplay of intrigue, deception, and diplomatic negotiations as Franklin tries to secure French support is a central focus of the storyline.
- Michael Douglas shines with his magnetic personality as Franklin in this pleasurable yet not entirely gripping series about the events leading to the birth of a nation.
Paris 2024: French sports minister confident in 'reducing bacteriological pollution in the Seine by 75%'
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/04/16/paris-2024-french-sports-minister-confident-in-reducing-bacteriological-pollution-in-the-seine-by-75_6668586_9.html
‘I don’t dare consider what it will be like’: with 100 days to go until the Olympics, is Paris ready?
theguardian.com/sport/2024/apr/20/i-dont-dare-consider-what-it-will-be-like-with-100-days-to-go-until-the-olympics-is-paris-ready
Suspect arrested after two French schoolchildren stabbed, local authority says: A suspect has been arrested after two French children were stabbed on Thursday ...
reuters.com/world/europe/suspect-arrested-after-two-french-schoolchildren-stabbed-local-authority-says-2024-04-18/
BNP Paribas beat estimates as lower costs offset slump in trading: BNP Paribas beat first-quarter profit forecasts on Thursday as lower expenses and a decent ...
reuters.com/business/finance/bnp-paribas-profit-tops-estimates-lower-costs-global-banking-2024-04-25/
French PM on consequences of Russia's victory: Ukrainians will hold if we support them
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La Belle Vie: French gestures and growing old in France: From uncovering the very French origins of the English language to common sounds and gestures French ...
thelocal.fr/20240426/la-belle-vie-french-gestures-and-growing-old-in-france
'Strategic failure': France's Raphaël Glucksmann takes aim at Macron's geopolitics
euractiv.com/section/elections/news/strategic-failure-frances-raphael-glucksmann-takes-aim-at-macrons-geopolitics/
What the French bill on end of life allows compared to its European neighbors: Le Monde has listed the most frequent conditions that have led to euthanasia in ...
lemonde.fr/en/les-decodeurs/article/2024/04/10/what-the-french-bill-on-end-of-life-allows-compared-to-its-european-neighbors_6667977_8.html
At least 5 people have died while crossing English Channel, hours after UK approved deportation bill | Africanews
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Paris expo recounts global struggles throughout Olympics history: French culture chiefs on Friday unveiled their latest blockbuster exhibition aimed at adding a ...
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Geared Up: Rafael Nadal plays out his illustrious career with Babolat and Nike: A closer look at the current equipment of the future Hall of Famer.
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ATP Barcelona: Rafael Nadal makes another comeback attempt: First training in Barcelona on Wednesday
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What Is a ‘Decent Wage’? France’s Michelin Raises a Debate.: The tire maker vowed to ensure that none of its workers would struggle to make ends meet.
nytimes.com/2024/04/26/business/france-michelin-wages.html
Schneider Electric confirms Bentley Systems talks: Schneider Electric is in talks with U.S. engineering software producer Bentley Systems over a potential
reuters.com/markets/deals/schneider-electric-confirms-bentley-systems-talks-2024-04-19/
Sanofi to overhaul US operations of vaccines, cut jobs: French drugmaker Sanofi said on Thursday it would restructure the U.S. commercial operations for its ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/sanofi-overhaul-us-operations-vaccines-cut-jobs-2024-04-18/
FM Israel Katz: 'Stop Iran before it's too late': The message was reiterated in both French and Hebrew. Tagged on the post were US Secretary of ...
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Tsitsipas rips Nadal's words against him: "I don't care": The Greek explained why he defined the 22-time Grand Slam champion as one of the ...
tennisworldusa.org/tennis/news/Tennis_Interviews/144115/tsitsipas-rips-nadal-s-words-against-him-i-don-t-care-/
Jannik Sinner looks to close gap for world No. 1 in Madrid; Nadal draws 16-year-old Blanch
tennis.com/news/articles/madrid-preview-jannik-sinner-close-gap-no-1-nadal-draws-blanch-alcaraz-injury-atp
Eiffel Tower: French athlete attempts rope climbing world record: Anouk Garnier climbs a 110m rope to the Eiffel Tower's second floor in just 18 minutes.
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Quick Glance: New Rope Climbing World Record Set at Eiffel Tower by French Athlete
- Anouk Garnier surpassed the previous world record in rope climbing on Wednesday morning by ascending over 100 meters to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower.
- Equipped with a safety cord, the double obstacle course world champion began her climb in front of dozens of onlookers at one of Paris' most iconic landmarks.
- She reached the 100-meter mark after just 18 minutes of climbing, despite the initial estimate of 20 minutes.
- Garnier is now considering taking a brief break, given her packed schedule. Apart from returning to obstacle courses, she will be participating in carrying the Olympic flame in Marseille on May 9 before becoming an ambassador for the volunteer program of this year's Paris Olympics.
Restored cut of century-old Napoleon epic to screen at Cannes Film Festival: After a marathon restoration effort, visionary French director Abel Gance's silent ...
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