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WEBParis’s Zinc Roofers: A Craft Under Threat and a Bid for UNESCO Heritage Status. Covering approximately 80 percent of the capital's 128,000 roofs, the zinc contributes to Paris’s signature grey hue, setting it apart from other cities. Delphine Burkli, mayor of Paris's ninth district, played a key role in initiating the bid to add these ...
French Birth Rate Crisis: Unpacking the Decline and Its Broader ...
WEB1 day ago · September 14, 2024. PARIS – Once lauded for its relatively high birth rate compared to neighboring European countries, France now finds itself grappling with a significant and steady decline in fertility. Between 2010 and 2023, the number of births dropped from 832,799 to just 678,000, marking the lowest level since World War II.
Mark Rutte to Succeed Jens Stoltenberg as NATO Secretary …
WEB3 days ago · BRUSSELS — NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg will formally pass the reins of the military alliance to his successor, Mark Rutte, on October 1, marking the end of Stoltenberg’s 10-year tenure. The handover will be commemorated with an official ceremony at NATO headquarters in Brussels, where both Stoltenberg and Rutte will address representatives from the North Atlantic Council, the ...
Notre-Dame Cathedral’s Iconic Bells Return Ahead of December …
WEB2 days ago · Eight bells, weighing between 782 kilograms and over four tonnes, were returned to Paris’ Notre-Dame Cathedral on Thursday, September 12, marking a significant step in the restoration process. The cathedral, which suffered severe damage in the 2019 fire, is set to reopen on December 7, five years after the blaze shook France and the world.
PM Skerrit discusses ideas with new DOMLEC General Manager …
WEB2 days ago · September 13, 2024. Dr Roosevelt Skerrit, the current Prime Minister of Dominica, met with Dwayne Cenac, General Manager of the DOMLEC. The meeting took place on Wednesday, 11 September, and was followed by crucial discussions on the necessary steps for improvement in the sector. Dwayne Cenac recently joined the Dominica Electricity Services ...
Paris 2024 Paralympics Kick Off with Spectacular Opening …
WEBAug 29, 2024 · The ceremony featured vibrant performances against the backdrop of the Obélisque de Louxor (Luxor Obelisk), capturing the essence of the Paralympic spirit and the historic significance of the location The Paris 2024 Paralympics began on August 28 with a breathtaking opening ceremony held in the ...
Paris Struggles to Fulfill Accessibility Promises Ahead of Paralympics
WEBAugust 21, 2024. With just over a week to go until the 2024 Paralympic Games, Paris faces mounting criticism for falling short of its ambitious accessibility goals. When Paris won the bid to host the Olympics and Paralympics, the city promised a significant transformation to ensure that everyone, including people with disabilities, could ...
Surfing with the Seine: Olympic Champion Kauli Vaast ... - Publicist …
WEBAugust 10, 2024. Paris, France — France’s newly-crowned Olympic surfing champion, Kauli Vaast, made waves in the heart of Paris on Friday, showcasing his gold medal in a unique fashion by surfing down the River Seine. The 22-year-old, who won the men’s surfing gold on his native Tahitian waves at Teahupo’o on Monday, captivated ...
Flying Taxis Set to Launch in Paris by Year-End Despite Olympic …
WEBAugust 9, 2024. Paris, France — In a significant step towards futuristic urban mobility, flying taxis could begin whisking passengers across Paris or aid in emergency medical care by December, according to operators of the project. The joint venture between Paris airport operator ADP and German start-up Volocopter is aiming for its maiden ...
Lee Zii Jia Overcomes Toma Popov in Nail-Biting Match to Reach …
WEBParis, August 1, 2024 – Lee Zii Jia, Malaysia’s top badminton player, showcased resilience and inner strength as he battled past France’s Toma Popov to secure a place in the quarter-finals of the Paris 2024 Olympics on Thursday. In a match marked by intense rallies and an electrifying atmosphere, Lee clinched victory with scores of 21-13, 24-22.