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Missing for 80 years, Holocaust victim's artwork is finally returning to Paris: Works by the early 20th-century Jewish artist Ary Arcadie Lochakov are being sent ...
rfi.fr/en/culture/20240324-ary-arcadie-lochakov-jewish-artist-paris-san-francisco
IOC excludes Russian and Belarusian athletes from taking part in the Paris Olympics opening ceremony
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Quick Glance: IOC Excludes Russians from Olympic Parade
- Russian athletes are allowed to participate as neutral athletes at the Olympic Games in Paris, but are not permitted to attend the opening ceremony.
- Athletes from Russia and Belarus are also excluded from the opening parade due to the Russian war in Ukraine.
- Participants from these countries must compete under a neutral flag, are not allowed to display national symbols, and undergo strict scrutiny to ensure no connections to the army or security agencies.
- The Russian Olympic Committee is suspended, and Russian politicians and top sports officials have no access to the Olympic competitions.
Waiters race for glory as Paris revives century-old tradition: Some 200 aproned competitors will take their places on the starting blocks Sunday for a tradition ...
rfi.fr/en/france/20240324-waiters-race-for-glory-as-paris-revives-century-old-tradition
Quick Glance: Parisian Waiter Race Before Olympic Games
- Paris revives 110-year-old waiter race ahead of the Olympic Games.
- Waiters and waitresses serve as crucial ambassadors for the French hospitality sector.
- The race signifies Paris' readiness for the upcoming Olympics.
- Highlighting the significance of cafes and restaurants in Parisian life.
Louis Vuitton makes custom trunks for Paris Games flames, medals: The Olympic and Paralympic flames will each travel in a custom-made Louis Vuitton trunk this ...
reuters.com/sports/louis-vuitton-makes-custom-trunks-paris-games-flames-medals-2024-03-27/
Ask Wirecutter: How Do I Deal With My Partner’s Bedroom Laundry Pile?: These simple solutions will help reduce the giant mountain of clothes hanging out in your ...
nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/ask-wirecutter-clothes-mountain/
France will help Brazil develop nuclear-powered submarines, Macron says: President Emmanuel Macron said Wednesday that France would help Brazil develop nuclear ...
france24.com/en/americas/20240327-france-to-help-brazil-develop-nuclear-technology-for-submarines
Startup building 'biowearables' for chronic kidney disease nets €2.3M: Paris-based Metyos has raised €2.3mn in pre-seed funding to improve the lives and health ...
thenextweb.com/news/startup-building-biowearables-chronic-kidney-disease
Woman slates men ogling her in shorts as she wears them for first time this year: Influencer Hayley Madigan took to Instagram to ask why when she wears shorts in ...
mirror.co.uk/news/weird-news/woman-slates-men-who-ogle-32429444
Quick Glance: Implications of Boeing CEO's Resignation on Aircraft Manufacturer
- Dave Calhoun, the CEO of Boeing, is set to resign by the end of the year, with additional top executives leaving the company amidst safety concerns tarnishing its reputation following an incident involving an Alaska Airlines 737 Max in January.
- It is emphasized that most Boeing aircraft remain safe, but only time will reveal whether the restructuring in the corporate leadership leads to tangible positive changes.
- Implementing a cultural shift in a vast company like Boeing can prove to be a complex task, particularly for the incoming CEO tasked with rebuilding the company's image.
- Despite thorough investigations and changes at the helm of Boeing, it is crucial to highlight that the company's airplanes are safe and continue to be maintained by dedicated professionals to ensure safety in the aviation industry.
Paris 2024: Russian and Belarusian athletes banned from Olympic Games opening ceremony
lemonde.fr/en/sports/article/2024/03/20/paris-2024-russian-and-belarusian-athletes-banned-from-olympic-games-opening-ceremony_6637140_9.html
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How an 18th-Century Shipwreck Changed France’s Conversation About Race: When a captain took on an illegal cargo of slaves, he couldn’t foresee the ramifications
newlinesmag.com/essays/how-an-18th-century-shipwreck-changed-frances-conversation-about-race/
Will Paris really host the first gender-equal Games?: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced it had achieved full gender parity for the first time ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/03/27/finden-in-paris-wirklich-die-ersten-geschlechtergerechten-spiele-statt
Alessandro Michele est le nouveau directeur artistique de Valentino: Cest officiel : Alessandro Michele est le nouveau directeur créatif de Valentino !
lofficiel.com/industry-trends/alessandro-michele-valentino-nouveau-directeur-artistique-pierpaolo-piccioli
Paris museum takes visitors back 150 years to Impressionism's birth: The Orsay Museum in Paris is marking 150 years of Impressionism from Tuesday with an ...
thelocal.fr/20240324/paris-museum-takes-visitors-back-150-years-to-impressionisms-birth
Pierpaolo Piccioli Is Leaving Valentino: He's been with the brand for more than two decades.
fashionista.com/2024/03/pierpaolo-piccioli-valentino-leaving
Manatee cow finds new home, pressure to breed, in French zoo: A Paris zoo has welcomed a young manatee cow from a zoo in central France, hoping it will breed ...
reuters.com/lifestyle/manatee-cow-finds-new-home-pressure-breed-french-zoo-2024-03-27/
The 'Challengers' Press Tour Is Shaping Up to Be a Loewe Fest: Once again, Zendaya and Law Roach understood the assignment.
fashionista.com/2024/03/zendaya-challengers-press-tour-outfits-fashion
Parisians get ready to leave city with rental cash in pocket: Like many Parisians, Martin Cassan will be heading the other way when the tidal wave of Olympics ...
reuters.com/world/europe/parisians-get-ready-leave-city-with-rental-cash-pocket-2024-03-27/
Google balks at $270M fine after training AI on French news sites’ content: Google agrees to end sketchy negotiations based on flat rates and limited data.
arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/03/google-to-pay-270m-after-secretly-training-ai-on-french-publishers-content/
France to mobilise more soldiers for anti-terrorism unit: France will increase the numbers of soldiers for its 'Operation Sentinelle' unit ...
reuters.com/world/europe/france-mobilise-more-soldiers-anti-terrorism-unit-2024-03-25/
France raises terror alert level after Moscow attack claimed by IS group: France’s government increased its security alert warning to the highest level Sunday ...
france24.com/en/france/20240324-france-raises-terror-alert-level-after-moscow-attack-claimed-by-is-group
Quick Glance: France Increases Terror Alert After Deadly Attack in Russia
- France's government increased its security alert posture to the highest level on Sunday after the deadly attack at a Russian concert hall and Islamic State's claim of responsibility.
- President Emmanuel Macron held an emergency security meeting after Friday's attack in a Moscow suburb killed over 130 people and was claimed by an Islamic State affiliate.
- France was already on high security alert ahead of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics this year, expected to draw millions of visitors. Security concerns are notably high for the opening ceremony on July 26, with boats on the Seine River and large crowds watching from the embankments.
- The country has been previously targeted by deadly Islamic State attacks, such as the Bataclan theatre massacre in 2015 where extremists shot concertgoers and held hostages for hours. French forces have also taken action against extremists in other regions.
Young couples who find it cheaper to live together: 'Paris is not for single people'
lemonde.fr/en/campus/article/2024/03/23/young-couples-who-find-it-cheaper-to-live-together-paris-is-not-for-single-people_6647071_11.html
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Meghan Markle Is Getting Into Retail: The Duchess of Sussex has announced a new lifestyle brand.
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Paris race celebrates waiters, waitresses who nourish city: Paris has resurrected a 110-year-old race for its waiters and waitresses. The dash on Sunday through ...
apnews.com/article/paris-olympics-food-drink-waiters-france-969ab5ae581716bf32d794ff9cf80bf0
Crushing Independence Protests: France's Parliament Condemns Massacre of Algerian Protesters in 1961
spiegel.de/ausland/frankreich-parlament-verurteilt-massaker-an-algerischen-demonstranten-im-jahr-1961-a-8cd2e19d-9248-45de-b9bf-d3ad2dbe89be
France overshoots 2023 budget deficit target: France's public sector budget deficit widened last year by more than the government planned ...
reuters.com/world/europe/france-overshoots-2023-budget-deficit-target-2024-03-26/
Notre-Dame rebuild 'meeting deadline and budget': Paris's Notre-Dame Cathedral, ravaged by fire in 2019, is on track to re-open on time on December 8th ...
thelocal.fr/20240327/notre-dame-rebuild-meeting-deadline-and-budget
Olympics: Will Russian athletes compete at Paris 2024?: Russian and Belarusian athletes who have qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympics this summer will need to ...
reuters.com/sports/olympics-how-will-russian-athletes-be-cleared-compete-paris-2024-2024-03-22/
Some schools advise students to wear PE attire amid blistering heat: Maximum daily temperatures are expected to be around 34 deg C and 35 deg C until the end of ...
straitstimes.com/singapore/some-schools-advise-students-to-wear-pe-attire-amid-blistering-heat
In France, the Future Is Arriving on a Barge: The Seine is becoming a test case for a European plan to cut carbon emissions by turning rivers into the new ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/26/business/in-france-the-future-is-arriving-on-a-barge.html
Philippe de Gaulle, son of Charles de Gaulle, has died aged 102: His father was the leader of the Resistance during World War II and later the president of ...
lemonde.fr/en/obituaries/article/2024/03/13/admiral-philippe-de-gaulle-son-of-the-general-is-dead_6613365_15.html
Hermès Facing Class-Action Lawsuit Over How It Sells Birkins: The luxury brand is being accused of unlawful "tying" sales practices for its most revered bag.
fashionista.com/2024/03/hermes-lawsuit-birkin-bag-unfair-sales-practices
Quick Glance: Hermès Faces Legal Action Over Birkin Bag Sales - Antitrust Lawsuit
- French luxury brand Hermès has been sued for allegedly manipulating customers to purchase the coveted Birkin bag.
- A federal class-action lawsuit in California accuses Hermès of only allowing customers with sufficient purchase history to buy Birkin handbags, violating antitrust laws.
- The lawsuit aims to compel Hermès to limit these practices and support thousands of US customers.
- Kering, the owner of Hermès rival Gucci, has also warned of declining sales in Q1 2024, primarily due to falling sales in the Asia-Pacific region, especially in China.
Comment: France threatens to become a risk for Europe: The French deficit for 2023 is 5.5 percent, well above estimates. Now President Macron's lax budget policy ...
handelsblatt.com/meinung/kommentare/kommentar-frankreich-droht-zum-risiko-fuer-europa-zu-werden/100027789.html
H&M Taps Rokh for Next Designer Collaboration: The collection launches on April 18.
fashionista.com/2024/03/hm-rokh-collaboration-collection-lookbook
Secretary of Labor @ActSecJulieSu talks how the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire changed labor law.
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Watch: Notre Dame Cathedral restoration's 5-year journey of dedication: The restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral following a tragic blaze in April 2019 is a story ...
apnews.com/article/notre-dame-fire-timeline-paris-f6859b8ad959b35e35defa56dd582317
French school head resigns over Paris veil row and death threats: There is indignation in France after the principal at a Paris school quit because of fears for ...
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68673112
Paris 2024 volunteers' uniform pays tribute to French marinière: The Paris 2024 volunteers' uniforms pay tribute to the French 'mariniere' ...
reuters.com/sports/paris-2024-volunteers-uniform-pays-tribute-french-marinire-2024-03-23/
'My outfit got me banned from flight - I was humiliated for having large boobs': Mum Eve J Marie claimed she was asked to leave a flight with her seven-year-old ...
mirror.co.uk/travel/news/i-kicked-flight-over-outfit-32407548
Quick Glance: Flight Ban Due to Outfit - Humiliation for Breast Size
- Eve J Marie was asked to leave the plane for violating the airline's dress code with her outfit.
- The influencer and Playboy model felt humiliated and offended when forced to change clothes or exit the plane.
- Despite her high status with Southwest Airlines, Eve felt judged and discriminated against by other passengers.
- Eve demanded better diversity training, a clear and fair dress code policy, a public apology, and accountability for those responsible.
Marian Keyes’s bestselling novel Grown Ups is getting the Netflix treatment: This bestselling novel by Marian Keyes is being adapted for television ...
stylist.co.uk/entertainment/tv/marian-keyes-grown-ups-netflix-series/873237
Paris houseboats pump sewage onshore to help Olympic swimmers: As Paris races to clean up the River Seine for the Olympics, houseboat owner Stephane Bachot is ...
france24.com/en/live-news/20240326-paris-houseboats-pump-sewage-onshore-to-help-olympic-swimmers
Great Outfits in Fashion History: Beyoncé's Met Gala Debut in Armani Privé: Before Beyoncé was "Cowboy Carter," she was the belle of the ball.
fashionista.com/2024/03/beyonce-2008-met-gala-armani-prive-gown
"World Friendly Games": The IOC warns against Putin's games: President Vladimir Putin lures athletes to Russia for the so-called "World Friendly Games" ...
faz.net/aktuell/sport/olympia/welt-freundschaftsspiele-ioc-warnung-vor-putins-spielen-19598025.html
Our selection of the fifteen best croissants in France: Both crispy and melt-in-the-mouth, this buttery classic is sometimes garnished with an extravagant hint ...
lemonde.fr/en/lifestyle/article/2024/03/12/le-monde-s-selection-of-france-s-15-best-croissants_6611011_37.html
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France to supply 78 Caesar self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine soon: French Defence Minister Sébastien Lecornu has announced that Paris will soon be able to ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/03/26/7448276/
JCK Holding's subsidiary is daring to make a new start with the premium label's menswear: These are Medico's plans with René Lezard
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Taylor Swift Was Photographed Kissing Travis Kelce in a Yellow Bikini on Vacation
elle.com/culture/celebrities/a60296331/taylor-swift-travis-kelce-kissing-yellow-bikini-bahamas-photos/
Atos CEO says group's current struggles don't affect Olympics IT: The current financial troubles at French IT firm Atos won't harm the company's ability to ...
reuters.com/technology/atos-ceo-says-groups-current-struggles-dont-affect-olympics-it-2024-03-26/
Dries Van Noten Is Stepping Away From His Label: After 38 years, he says he's ready for something new.
fashionista.com/2024/03/dries-van-noten-stepping-down
Paris 2024: Who could be better than Aya Nakamura to represent France at the Olympics?
lemonde.fr/en/culture/article/2024/03/15/paris-2024-who-could-be-better-than-aya-nakamura-to-represent-france-at-the-olympic-games_6623262_30.html
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Budget deficit: France's government has a financing problem: The French budget deficit is significantly higher than expected. Domestic political pressure on ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/international/haushaltsdefizit-frankreichs-regierung-hat-ein-finanzierungsproblem/100027852.html
Fashion legend Karl Lagerfeld’s Paris apartment sells for $10.8 million: A Paris apartment owned by the late fashion designer Karl Lagerfeld has sold for €10 ...
cnn.com/2024/03/27/style/karl-lagerfeld-paris-apartment-auction-scli-intl/
Global Food Roundup: Eat Less Meat to Reduce Livestock Emissions: Want to help the world meet its climate goals? Then cut back on meat, and start doing it fast.
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-03-15/global-food-roundup-eat-less-meat-to-reduce-livestock-emissions
The Beach-Ready Dress to Pack for All Your Summer Vacations: The corset on this Andrea Iyamah dress? Perfection.
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Kanye West 'parading' wife Bianca Censori by pulling down her leggings in public: Controversial Carnival rapper Kanye West yanked down his wife Bianca ...
mirror.co.uk/3am/us-celebrity-news/kanye-west-full-contradictory-after-32387962
Quick Glance: Bianca Censori Rocks Risqué Outfit on LA Date
- Bianca Censori stepped out in a completely see-through outfit for a romantic outing with Kanye West in Los Angeles.
- The model wore a sheer bodysuit that left little to the imagination, held together by delicate rubber straps.
- She paired her daring look with black high heels and silver jewelry, opting for minimal makeup and slicked-back hair.
- West donned an all-black ensemble while concerns arise over Censori's style choices and her family's desire for a conversation with him.
Kate Middleton Says Prince William Is “a Great Source of Comfort” Amid Cancer Treatment
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Quick Glance: Kate's Return to Public Eye: Princess of Wales Cancer Treatment
- The Princess of Wales is focusing on her recovery after revealing cancer treatment, with no set timeline for her return to public life.
- Kate has not been on official engagements since late December and was last photographed in March by celebrity news sites.
- Kensington Palace will not provide a running commentary on Kate's health to give her privacy and space for recovery.
- Kate has started a course of preventative chemotherapy after post-operative tests confirmed the presence of cancer, despite initial assumptions of a non-cancerous condition.
A U.S. lawmaker is demanding answers from Loro Piana about "exploitation" in Peru.
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The most-watched US drama series in almost a decade is finally coming to the UK: The most-watched US drama series in almost a decade is finally coming to the UK ...
stylist.co.uk/entertainment/tv/tracker-disney-plus/875339
Global Secondhand Apparel Market to Hit $350 Billion by 2028, According to New Report
fashionista.com/2024/03/thredup-resale-report-secondhand-growth-2024
French competition watchdog hits Google with 250 million euro fine: France's competition watchdog on Wednesday said it fined Alphabet's Google 250 million euros ...
reuters.com/technology/french-competition-watchdog-hits-google-with-250-mln-euro-fine-2024-03-20/
Quick Glance: Google Fined €250 Million by French Authorities for Media Payment Deal Breach
- French authorities fined Google €250 million for breaking a deal regarding payment to media businesses for online reproduction of their material.
- Google was accused by the French competition authority of violating four out of seven agreements included in the settlement, including lack of transparency and failure to negotiate in good faith with publishers.
- The competition authority stated that Google's AI-powered chatbot Bard, later renamed Gemini, used material from publishers and news agencies without permission.
- Google stated that it has signed licensing agreements with 280 French news publishers and pledged to collaborate with them, while disputing the proportionality of the French competition authority's fine.
French PM accuses far right of being 'pro-Putin' during debate on Ukraine strategy
lemonde.fr/en/politics/article/2024/03/13/french-pm-accuses-far-right-of-being-pro-putin-during-debate-on-ukraine-strategy_6613929_5.html
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Quick Glance: French PM Accuses Far Right of Being 'Pro-Putin' in Ukraine Strategy Debate
- The Assemblée Nationale voted in favor of the Paris-Kyiv security agreement despite opposition on the left, abstention from the far right, and criticisms of Macron's comments on sending troops to Ukraine.
- Debate and vote on the bilateral security agreement between France and Ukraine highlighted the deep dissent in the French political landscape on how to respond to the Russian invasion.
- The agreement entails a ten-year commitment from France to Ukraine, including €3 billion in military support starting from 2024.
- The agreement received majority support from MPs, with 372 in favor and 99 against, while RN MPs abstained and expressed support for the 'Ukrainian people.'
Handball: DHB team qualifies for the Olympics - victory against Austria: The German handball team has qualified for the Olympic Games in Paris ...
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Quick Glance: German Handball Team Qualifies for Olympics and Secures Trainer
- Germany's handball team qualifies for the Olympic Games and secures a contract extension for head coach Alfred Gislason. With a victory over Austria in Hannover, the team secures the second place in their group.
- Julian Köster and Renars Uscins were the top scorers of the game. This marks the team's third consecutive Olympic participation. The qualification ensures coach Gislason remains in his position until 2027, providing time to prepare the team for a medal contention.
- 24 hours after a weak performance against Croatia, Germany showed a strong performance. Players like Julian Köster brought the necessary emotion and physicality to the game. Despite some errors, the team managed to secure the victory.
- The intensity of the game increased after the break. With a strong performance from U21 World Champion David Späth and crucial goals from Köster, Germany maintained the lead and qualified for the Olympic Games.
Airbus CEO says Boeing's problems are bad for whole industry: Airbus takes no pleasure in the technical problems plaguing U.S. rival Boeing as they damage the ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/french-finance-minister-says-airbus-better-shape-than-boeing-present-2024-03-19/
Germany and France announce "breakthrough" for joint tank project plus defence production in Ukraine
euractiv.com/section/global-europe/news/germany-and-france-announce-breakthrough-for-joint-tank-project-plus-defence-production-in-ukraine/
Marian Keyes’s bestselling novel Grown Ups is getting the Netflix treatment: This bestselling novel by Marian Keyes is being adapted for television ...
stylist.co.uk/entertainment/tv/marian-keyes-grown-ups-netflix-series/873237
Moscow attack raise fresh concerns for Paris Olympics: The attack on a Moscow concert hall that killed more than 130 people has raised fresh security fears for ...
france24.com/en/live-news/20240325-moscow-attack-raise-fresh-concerns-for-paris-olympics
France's parliament condemns 1961 police massacre of Algerians in Paris: The French parliament's lower house on Thursday approved a resolution condemning as ...
france24.com/en/europe/20240328-france-s-parliament-condemns-1961-police-massacre-of-algerians-in-paris
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