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Paris's Moulin Rouge windmill blades collapse overnight: The wings of the iconic French landmark fell off overnight for reasons not yet known ...
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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.
Macron's grand ambitions for Europe ahead of EU elections: In a speech in Paris on Thursday, the French president called for a stronger EU defense and proposed ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/26/macron-s-grand-ambitions-for-europe-ahead-of-eu-elections_6669584_4.html
Paris landmark: Mill wheel of cabaret Moulin Rouge crashes: Paris has to renovate another landmark: the mill wheel from the Moulin Rouge Theater fell onto the ...
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Paris names new king of the crusty baguette in its annual bread-baking prize: Competing baguettes were evaluated for taste, look, texture, airiness and the ...
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'Some US states have gone much further than France in constitutionally protecting reproductive freedom'
lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2024/04/20/some-us-states-have-gone-much-further-than-france-in-constitutionally-protecting-reproductive-freedom_6669007_23.html
France and Germany sign deal to co-develop 'tank of the future': The French and German defense ministers agreed to jointly develop a new battle tank platform ...
lemonde.fr/en/europe/article/2024/04/26/france-germany-sign-deal-on-tank-of-the-future_6669646_143.html
Ahead of Olympics, a packed Paris prison braces for crowds of inmates: A police crackdown that aims to clear a poor suburb of petty crime and street vendors ...
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Louvre exhibition zooms in on history and those behind the modern Olympics: Three months before the start of the Paris Olympics, the Louvre will add its cultural ...
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Boeing reports first revenue drop in 7 quarters as deliveries decline: Boeing on Wednesday reported its first quarterly revenue drop in seven quarters, but the U ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/boeings-lower-max-production-will-slow-planemakers-recovery-ceo-says-2024-04-24/
Quick Glance: Boeing faces revenue decline after 7 quarters with decreasing deliveries
- Boeing experienced a revenue decline in the last quarter, marking the first time in seven quarters as aircraft deliveries decrease.
- The quarterly revenue amounted to $16.57 billion, surpassing the expectations of $16.23 billion.
- Boeing aims to deliver a significant portion of its inventory of 737s and 787s by the end of the year to generate much-needed capital.
- Operating margins at Boeing's defense business improved to 2.2% in the quarter, compared to a negative value of 3.2% a year ago.
Riverboat captain can't wait for Paris 2024 opening ceremony: Khalid Driouech can't wait - the 60-year-old Seine riverboat captain is one of 94 set to transport ...
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More cash, less screen time: 5 policy takeaways from Macron’s Sorbonne speech: Here’s what you need to know about the French president’s wide-ranging address on ...
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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.
Our oddest photos of the week: Odd and unusual images from around the world this week.
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New EPA rules would force some plants to capture emissions, shut down: Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael Regan says new rules that would ...
apnews.com/article/power-plants-coal-natural-gas-biden-epa-5c96ca146e7f70b47806beb4bc3713e6
Quick Glance: New EPA Rules Target Emissions Reduction at Power Plants
- The Biden administration aims to compel coal-fired power plants to capture smokestack emissions or close down.
- The rules target limiting greenhouse gas emissions from fossil fuel power plants and reducing toxic pollutants from coal-fired plants.
- The plan includes measures to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, toxic wastewater pollutants, and safely manage coal ash.
- The actions are expected to face opposition from industry groups and Republican-leaning states, while environmental groups see it as a crucial step in combating climate change.
France's air traffic control strikes ground flights across Europe: Delays and flight cancellations were set to impact swathes of Europe on Thursday ...
reuters.com/world/europe/frances-air-traffic-control-strikes-ground-flights-across-europe-2024-04-25/
Ukrainian pilots preparing for flights on F-16s in France: Ukrainian pilots are undergoing basic flight training on F-16 fighter jets in France’s southwest.
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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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EU elections: Former Frontex director and far-right candidate in France accused of complicity in crimes against humanity
lemonde.fr/en/europe/article/2024/04/24/eu-elections-former-frontex-director-and-far-right-candidate-in-france-accused-of-complicity-in-crimes-against-humanity_6669382_143.html
Mario Fehr: Security Director of Zurich on foreigners, asylum and the risk of terrorism
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Amundi's Q1 inflows beat expectations on Asian JV contribution: Amundi , Europe's biggest fund manager, posted better-than-expected first-quarter inflows on ...
reuters.com/business/finance/amundis-q1-inflows-beat-expectations-asian-jv-contribution-2024-04-26/
Corals bred in a zoo have joined Europe's largest reef. This is offering scientists hope
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New Zealand trampoline couple fall head over heels before Paris: For New Zealand's trampoline gymnastics team, the Paris Olympics will be a labour of love.
reuters.com/sports/new-zealand-trampoline-couple-fall-head-over-heels-before-paris-2024-04-25/
Safran posts higher Q1 revenue, keeps financial targets: French jet engine maker Safran posted an 18.1% year-on-year increase in first-quarter revenue and ...
reuters.com/business/aerospace-defense/safran-posts-higher-q1-revenue-keeps-financial-targets-2024-04-26/
LIVE: Sailing ship arrives in Greece to carry Olympic flame to Paris: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Ahead of Olympics, a packed Paris prison braces for crowds of inmates: A police crackdown that aims to clear a poor suburb of petty crime and street vendors ...
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French air traffic controller strike: Up to 75% of flights canceled in Paris Orly on Thursday
lemonde.fr/en/economy/article/2024/04/23/french-air-traffic-controller-strike-up-to-75-of-flights-canceled-in-paris-orly-on-thursday_6669312_19.html
German defence minister in Paris for deal on future weapons system: German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius arrived in Paris on Friday for final talks on a joint ...
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Teen skater Trew eyeing Paris after rolling off with Laureus award: Resplendent in a pink dress with matching sneakers, 14-year-old Arisa Trew performed a ...
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Jewish French woman allegedly raped, kidnapped to 'avenge Palestine': A 32-year-old in France faces charges of religiously-motivated death threats and ...
jpost.com/breaking-news/article-798362
France, Germany Proceed With Plan to Develop New Battle Tank: Germany and France will seal an agreement on Friday to jointly develop a new battle tank as Europe ...
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Bloomberg: France proposes new sanctions to target Russian disinformation, election interference
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Three Stellantis plants halted due to strike at supplier: Production at three Stellantis assembly plants in Europe has been stopped for several days due to a ...
reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/three-stellantis-plants-halted-due-strike-contractor-2024-04-25/
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
Luxury Apartment Rentals for 2024 Paris Olympics See Price Cuts, Low Demand: Locals who’d hoped to turn a big profit by renting out their posh apartments are now ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-20/luxury-apartment-rentals-for-2024-paris-olympics-see-price-cuts-low-demand
Paid articlePaid Canoe queen Carrington looks to add to New Zealand record haul in Paris: Canoe sprint champion Lisa Carrington became New Zealand's most decorated Olympian at ...
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Slovaks crowd-fund ammo for Ukraine: “We will help Ukraine despite our pro-Russian government,” says Slovak campaign.
politico.eu/article/slovak-crowd-fund-ammunition-ukraine-robert-fico/
Messi the 'Anatomy of a Fall' Dog Is Getting His Own Cannes TV Show: Messi, the dog (and breakout star) from 'Anatomy of a Fall,' is getting his own TV ...
indiewire.com/news/festivals/messi-dog-anatomy-of-a-fall-cannes-tv-show-1234978135/
Quick Glance: Canine Stars Take Over Cannes Film Festival
- A dedicated short film featuring the dog star Messi from 'Anatomy of a Fall' will be showcased during the 2024 Cannes Film Festival.
- The series 'Messi: The Cannes Film Festival from a Dog's Eye View' consists of eight one-minute episodes airing daily on French national TV channels.
- The concept for the program was developed by Tim Newman and produced by D18. Raphaël Mezrahi voices Messi.
- The series is sponsored by TikTok and showcases Messi's training for his role in 'Anatomy of a Fall.'
France wants to use Greece’s air defense system for the Olympics, report says: Diplomatic talks began in November, apparently so far without development.
politico.eu/article/france-greece-air-defense-system-paris-olympics-missile-crotale-ukraine/
Europe is the fastest-warming continent, report says: Europe is the fastest-warming continent and its temperatures are rising at roughly twice the global average ...
nbcnews.com/science/environment/europe-fastest-warming-continent-twice-global-average-report-rcna148829
Quick Glance: Europe Leads in Climate Change, Urgent Need for Renewable Energy
- Europe is the fastest-warming continent, with temperatures rising about twice as fast as the global average, according to a joint report by top climate monitoring organizations.
- The continent generated 43% of its electricity from renewables last year, surpassing fossil fuels for the second consecutive year, highlighting the need for targeted strategies to transition to renewable resources.
- Temperatures in Europe are now 2.3 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial levels, nearing the goals of the Paris climate accord to limit global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, impacting human health with increased deaths related to extreme climate events.
- The report emphasizes the urgent need for action as heatwaves, wildfires, and other extreme weather events have led to significant economic losses and human casualties across the continent.
Biden to unveil $7 billion for rooftop solar in Earth Day message: President Joe Biden on Monday will celebrate Earth Day by announcing $7 billion in grants for ...
reuters.com/world/us/biden-unveil-7-billion-rooftop-solar-earth-day-message-2024-04-22/
Raising metro prices, cleaning filthy river: Paris rushes final touches ahead of summer Olympics
channelnewsasia.com/sport/raising-metro-prices-cleaning-filthy-river-paris-rushes-final-touches-ahead-summer-olympics-4294526
Meet the Walmart deli employee who's also a track star hoping to make the Olympic team
today.com/news/paris-olympics/dylan-beard-walmart-employee-olympics-rcna149491
Nationals’ nuclear climate policy puts Australia’s Paris deal in doubt: Nationals leader David Littleproud has conceded turning to nuclear power would mean ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/nationals-nuclear-climate-policy-puts-australia-s-paris-deal-in-doubt-20240424-p5fm8p.html
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
Hours after UK approved deportation bill, 5 migrants die attempting to cross English Channel
pbs.org/newshour/world/hours-after-uk-approved-deportation-bill-5-migrants-die-attempting-to-cross-english-channel
Olympic Flame Handover Ceremony Set For Panathenaic Stadium: This Friday (26 April), the Olympic flame for the Olympic Games Paris 2024 will be officially handed ...
greekcitytimes.com/2024/04/26/olympic-flame-handover-ceremony-set-for-panathenaic-stadium/
Watch: BBC crew captures moment migrants board small crowded boat to UK from France
bbc.com/news/av/world-europe-68880651
Inside the workshop that furnishes France: Since 1964, the Research and Creation Workshop of the Mobilier National has enabled renowned and emerging designers to ...
lemonde.fr/en/m-le-mag/article/2024/04/24/inside-the-workshop-that-furnishes-france_6669341_117.html
Macron’s Olympics terror nightmare: Pressure mounts on France, with Paris 2024 just 3 months away.
politico.eu/article/france-paris-olympics-emmanuel-macron-terror-security/
The Catholic Church can't decide what to do with artwork created by predator priests
lemonde.fr/en/religions/article/2024/04/22/the-catholic-church-can-t-decide-what-to-do-with-artwork-created-by-predator-priests_6669123_63.html
France: Man suspected of abducting, raping Jewish woman 'to avenge Palestine': The abductor sent messages to victim's mother saying he was going to 'prostitute' ...
i24news.tv/en/news/international/europe/artc-france-man-suspected-of-abducting-raping-jewish-woman-to-avenge-palestine
London Marathon: Olympic champion Jepchirchir wins women's race: Olympic champion Peres Jepchirchir of Kenya pulled away late to win the London Marathon women’s ...
apnews.com/article/london-marathon-women-jepchirchir-record-a73432d05106415201e6916b989cdfe2
Quick Glance: Jepchirchir Sets New Record, Claims Victory at London Marathon
- Jepchirchir won the 44th London Marathon, breaking the women's-only world record. She crossed the finish line in front of Buckingham Palace in two hours, 16 minutes, and 16 seconds.
- Munyao clinched the men's race in 2:04.01, marking his most significant career triumph. Bekele secured the second position with a time of 2:04.15.
- The participation of around 50,000 runners made this edition of the London Marathon the largest event along the River Thames.
How Russia targeted France and radicalised Emmanuel Macron: He is now one of Europe’s leading Russia hawks
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/how-russia-targeted-france-and-radicalised-emmanuel-macron
Spencer Lee wins at US Olympic Team Trials, one step from qualifying for Olympic Games
desmoinesregister.com/story/sports/college/iowa/wrestling/2024/04/20/spencer-lee-earns-olympic-team-spot-one-step-from-qualifying-for-paris/73327308007/
Paris mayor is confident that water quality will allow Olympic swimming in the River Seine | Africanews
africanews.com/2024/04/24/paris-mayor-is-confident-that-water-quality-will-allow-olympic-swimming-in-the-river-seine/
Paris has a new crusty baguette king with 31st winner of annual bread-baking prize
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/paris-new-king-crusty-baguette-31st-winner-annual-109688438
Police cordon off Iran consulate in Paris after reports man threatens to blow himself up
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Tragedy on the English Channel: Five bodies discovered on a beach in France: Migrants attempt to cross the English Channel from France to Great Britain ...
n-tv.de/politik/Fuenf-Leichen-an-Strand-in-Frankreich-entdeckt-article24894304.html
Climate friendly Paris Olympic Games focused on low carbon, repurposed construction
euractiv.com/section/energy-environment/news/climate-friendly-paris-olympic-games-focused-on-low-carbon-repurposed-construction/
Land Combat System MGCS: The Tank Crackers: Germany and France want to develop battle tanks of the future. Now really, ministers Pistorius and Lecornu assert - ...
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/boris-pistorius-und-sebastien-lecornu-deutschland-und-frankreich-wollen-kampfpanzer-entwickeln-a-3fd3e57d-358c-47a4-a30d-4fbd53841f22
The guardian angels of the source of the Seine: The river Seine, the centrepiece of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony in July, starts with a few drops of water ...
thelocal.fr/20240425/the-guardian-angels-of-the-source-of-the-seine
Nadal fighting hard to play in French Open but not sure if he is 'capable' - News | Khaleej Times
khaleejtimes.com/sports/nadal-fighting-hard-to-play-in-french-open-but-not-sure-if-he-is-capable
PSG close in on league title with 4-1 victory over Lyon: Paris St Germain continued their march towards the Ligue 1 title with a 4-1 win at home against ...
reuters.com/sports/soccer/psg-close-league-title-with-4-1-victory-over-lyon-2024-04-21/
Paris: 16-year-old is said to have planned an attack on the Olympic Games: A 16-year-old announced on social media that he would make an explosive belt in order ...
rp-online.de/politik/ausland/paris-16-jaehriger-soll-anschlag-auf-olympische-spiele-geplant-haben_aid-111332243
The Crookie Delights Paris: Stéphane Louvard married one of his signature croissants with a chocolate chip cookie to come up with the “crookie ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/20/world/europe/france-crookie-croissant-cookie.html
Dubai flooding: Experts don't think cloud seeding played a role in the rains: With cloud seeding, it may rain, but it doesn’t really pour or flood — at least ...
apnews.com/article/dubai-united-arab-emirates-oman-flooding-cloud-seeding-2f8c12854017e11ac7438579646b3758
Quick Glance: Cause of Dubai Flooding: Cloud Seeding or Natural Phenomenon?
- Dubai grapples with the aftermath of heavy rainfall. Speculations on the role of cloud seeding are being discussed.
- Clouds consist of tiny water droplets that coalesce around particles to form rain. Cloud seeding manipulates this process.
- The effectiveness of cloud seeding is scientifically debated, with limited evidence of its efficacy.
- Experts refute the claim that cloud seeding was the primary cause of the flooding in Dubai.
Maximum security: soccer fans must expect these controls at the European Championships
welt.de/sport/article251168286/Hoechste-Sicherheit-Mit-diesen-Kontrollen-muessen-Fussballfans-bei-der-EM-rechnen.html
UK police arrest three over deaths of five people in English Channel: Deaths occurred when a small overcrowded boat carrying 112 people set out to cross the ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/24/uk-police-arrest-three-over-deaths-of-five-people-in-english-channel
How to Rebuild Trust in Public Institutions | by Eleanor Carter & Carolyn J. Heinrich - Project Syndicate
project-syndicate.org/commentary/restoring-faith-in-government-lessons-from-france-by-eleanor-carter-and-carolyn-j-heinrich-2024-04
The most streamed female Francophone artist has become a target in France’s culture wars ahead of Paris 2024
cnn.com/2024/04/26/sport/aya-nakamura-france-culture-wars-paris-2024-spt-intl/
States may need to brace for long, hot summer: The latest outlooks, plus recent research, suggest an unusually hot June through August.
axios.com/2024/04/23/summer-2024-heat-weather
France | Paris: Attacker arrested in Iranian consulate: A man threatens to use an explosive belt at the Iranian consulate in Paris. The incident triggers a major ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/panorama/kriminalitaet/id_100389606/frankreich-paris-angreifer-im-iranischen-konsulat-festgenommen-.html
SNP and Scottish Greens power-sharing deal ends following climate target row: The SNP and Scottish Greens power-sharing deal has formally ended following a row ...
news.sky.com/story/snp-and-scottish-greens-power-sharing-deal-ends-following-climate-target-row-13122512
WA to launch EV rebate program. Here’s what you could save: A new $50 million state rebate program for electric vehicles aims to make them affordable for ...
seattletimes.com/seattle-news/climate-lab/wa-launches-ev-rebate-program-heres-what-you-could-save/
EES: Could the launch of the Europe's new border system be delayed again?: After being postponed several times already Europe's new biometric border system ...
thelocal.de/20240426/ees-could-the-launch-of-the-europes-new-border-system-be-delayed-again
Athens skies turn an orange hue with dust clouds from North Africa: Skies over southern Greece have turned an orange hue as dust clouds blown across the ...
apnews.com/article/greece-dust-orange-sahara-winds-3593a433a6e630fe3fb8ed278134837a
RSV antibody prevents 5,800 hospitalisations in France: French health authorities released two studies following their rollout of the new preventive antibody ...
euronews.com/health/2024/04/26/study-finds-rsv-treatment-beyfortus-prevents-5800-infant-hospitalisations-in-france
Electricity price: Grid problems in France make German electricity more expensive
berliner-zeitung.de/wirtschaft-verantwortung/strompreis-netzprobleme-in-frankreich-machen-deutschen-strom-teurer-li.2209291
Paris Olympics 2024: Nethra Kumanan secures India’s second quota in sailing: Vishnu Saravanan had secured India's first sailing quota for the Paris 2024 ...
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