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Disadvantaged Paris neighbourhood worried Olympic honeymoon is over

The northern Parisian neighbourhood of Porte de la Chapelle was given a makeover and increased police security for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Yet residents are worried these changes won't last once the tourists are gone.

Sport

Poland eyes up hosting Summer Olympics in 2040 or 2044

Prime Minister Donald Tusk's announcement comes after a poor display by Poland at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, where the country won only one gold.

Art

Laika mural in Rome featuring volleyball player Paola Egonu vandalised

The mural dedicated to Paola Egonu, a celebrated volleyball player of the Italian national team and new Olympic champion, was created by the artist Laika in front of the Coni headquarters. It has been vandalised with pink paint in an act of racism.

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French song breaks two world records after Olympics closing ceremony

Who said the French Touch was out of steam? The closing ceremony of the Paris Olympic Games has propelled three French artists to the top of Shazam's most searched songs. Cocorico!

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J.K. Rowling and Elon Musk named in Imane Khelif's bullying lawsuit

“If the case goes to court, they will stand trial.” Both celebrities have been named in a criminal complaint filed by Olympic champion Imane Khelif over alleged “acts of aggravated cyber harassment.”

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Olympic flag returns to LA for first time in 40 years

The city will become the third in the world to host the games three times.

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Olympic mascot for French Prime Minister? The internet says 'Yes!'

While initially met with scepticism, the Phryge mascot won everyone over during the Olympic Games - so much so that social media users are now banking on Emmanuel Macron appointing the mascot as the new French Prime Minister. Jokes aside, they may be onto something...

Sport

Which European countries are the best at which sport?

France leads the way in swimming, with Germany coming out on top in equestrian after 16 eventful days.

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'I wish Paris stays that way': Residents experience post-Olympic blues

After more than fifteen days of Olympic festivities in Paris, some hope the heritage of the games, like the heightened sense of security and good mood, will remain in the French capital.

France

Which continent is the most successful in the history of the Olympics?

Europe and the Americas have been dominating the tables for over a century, but Asia has started narrowing the gap.

Sport

Paris Olympics: Men edge out women for prime time attention once again

Male Olympic events continue to be scheduled during peak viewing times — but the gender gap is nearly closed.

USA

Preparations for Los Angeles 2028 Summer Olympics already under way

The 2028 Olympic Games will be held from 14 to 30 July, marking the third time the US West Coast city hosts the games.

Economy

Olympics set to give French economy a much-needed boost

France's economy may have received a boost from the Paris Olympics in the third quarter, according to the Bank of France. However, political uncertainty continues to weigh on its stock markets.

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Olympics: Paris passes the torch to LA in dazzling closing ceremony

The best pictures from the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The star-studded event featured international stars like Angèle, Phoenix, Air, Alain Roche and a Mission Impossible stunt by Tom Cruise.

France

Eiffel Tower briefly cordoned off after man seen climbing up

The incident occurred as the Olympic competition winds down and security services in Paris and beyond are shifting their focus to the closing ceremony.

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What is the legacy of the 2024 Paris Olympics?

From energy to reused infrastructure to vegetable-friendly menus, the 2024 Paris Olympics organising committee orchestrated this year's event with their own flavour.

France

Have the Olympics alienated the general public from breakdancing?

"There were significant organisational and governance shortcomings that could have been easily reconciled but, unfortunately, negatively impacted breaking’s first touching point to a new global audience," said breakdancing authorities.

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Travis Scott released after Paris hotel altercation arrest

Paris authorities said custody "has been lifted and all proceedings were terminated because the incident was minor.”

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Olympics latest: US retain basketball supremacy in victory over France

The men's basketball final was attended by French president Emmanuel Macron, Jimmy Fallon and Megan Rapinoe among others.

France

Olympics: Refugee breaker disqualified for saying 'Free Afghan Women'

Political statements and slogans are banned on the field of play and on podiums at the Olympics.