The Latest Breaking News from Paris

The first events of the Paris Paralympics kicked off early on Thursday, introducing many viewers unfamiliar with parasports to C4-5 track cycling races, SL3 badminton matches and S9 swimming heats. Based on the type and degree of impairment, the Paralympics’ classification system is designed to ensure fair competition between Paralympians.…

Jolie is a painting to be stared at in Pablo Larraín’s opulent drama, tottering around Paris in the 70s and drawing us in to tragedy as thoroughly as Bellini or Puccini

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer visited France on Thursday, following a trip to Germany, as part of ongoing efforts to “reset” the UK’s relationship with the European Union – which has been strained in the years since Brexit.

From ramps to a prosthetics repair centre, organisers of the 2024 Paris Paralympics say they've integrated a raft of features to make the athletes' village a model of accessibility in a country where facilities for people with disabilities remain overlooked.

Indian Olympic Bronze Medalist wrestler Aman Sehrawat has taken out a roadshow from Chhatrasal Stadium. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Prime Minister and French president met on Thursday after attending the Paralympic Games opening ceremony

UK premier Keir Starmer was welcomed warmly Thursday in Paris by French leader Emmanuel Macron, as the new centre-left British government seeks to relaunch post-Brexit ties with Europe.

Australian athletes enjoyed a hugely successful Olympics in Paris, winning a total of 52 medals and 17 golds – a feat the sports-loving nation is looking to replicate as the Paralympics get under way this week. FRANCE 24 speaks to Sam Mostyn, Australia’s governor-general, about the significance of the Games…

The 45-year-old believes he can compete now with long-time rival Marcel Hug in Paris