The demonstration, which began early this morning, marks a continuation of the nationwide protests following the tragic collapse of a concrete canopy at Novi Sad’s train station on November 1, 2024, which claimed 15 lives

1 day ago · Paris, France – The Greater Paris region has taken a significant step forward in its ambitious transport expansion plan with the inauguration of the Villejuif-Gustave-Roussy metro station on January 18. This state-of-the-art station is a vital addition to the city’s growing Grand Paris rail network, enhancing connectivity across the metropolitan area.

15 hours ago · Entertainmnet; France; News; Venus and Moon Shine Bright Above Eiffel Tower in Rare Alignment. The photograph, taken on the evening of February 1, at around 8:00 p.m. local time from the banks of the Seine River, captures the moon and Venus in almost perfect alignment, with a beam of blue light emanating from the top of the Eiffel Tower

Jan 29, 2025 · A total of 8.7 million visitors explored the museum’s famed galleries in 2023, far exceeding its original design capacity. Since taking over as Louvre director in 2021, des Cars has implemented measures to control visitor numbers, including a daily cap of 30,000 people and extended opening hours.

1 day ago · Paris, February 5, 2025 – The Louvre Museum is set for a significant transformation following President Emmanuel Macron’s recent announcement of a new entrance at the Perrault colonnade and the relocation of the Mona Lisa.. The changes aim to modernize the world-famous museum and address growing concerns about congestion and structural deterioration.

Jan 25, 2025 · France; News; Less Traffic, More Outdoor Socializing: The Changing Soundscape of Paris. According to Fanny Mietlicki, director of Bruitparif—an organization monitoring noise pollution in the Paris region—the trend towards quieter streets is evident: “In Paris, the trend is towards a reduction in road noise”

3 days ago · France; News; Paris’ Iconic Olympic Balloon to Return Annually Until 2028. The balloon, tethered to a cauldron in the Tuileries gardens near the Louvre Museum, will be reinstalled every year from June 21—coinciding with France’s annual music festival—until September 14, the date of a new sports festival that Macron aims to introduce

Jan 24, 2025 · Paris, France – The head of the Louvre Museum has issued a stark warning to the French government about the deteriorating condition of the world’s most-visited museum, highlighting concerns over leaks, overcrowding, and sub-standard visitor facilities. Laurence des Cars, the first woman to lead the historic institution, detailed her concerns in a confidential memo addressed to Culture ...

Jan 23, 2025 · In comparison, France saw tourism revenue of 71 billion euros, which, while impressive, remains significantly lower than Spain’s takings. The increase in French visitors was largely driven by European tourists, with notable growth from Belgium, England, Germany, Switzerland, and the United States.. The ministry highlighted the U.S. market as particularly significant, with overnight stays by ...

Jan 14, 2025 · The Paris 2024 medals were designed by luxury jewellery and watch brand Chaumet, part of the LVMH conglomerate, and produced by the Monnaie de Paris. Each medal includes a small piece of the Eiffel Tower The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced on Monday that damaged medals from the 2024 ...