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Paris is the capital and largest city of France. With an official estimated population of 2,102,650 residents in January 2023 in an area of more than 105 km² (41 sq mi), Paris is the fourth-largest city in the European Union and the 30th most densely populated city in the world in 2022. Since the 17th century, Paris has been one of the world's major centres of finance, diplomacy, commerce, culture, fashion, and gastronomy. For its leading role in the arts and sciences, as well as its early and extensive system of street lighting, in the 19th century, it became known as the City of Light.

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Nike honours Rafael Nadal's legendary career with stunning 10-metre tribute in Paris Nike paid tribute to Rafael Nadal’s legendary career by projecting a stunning 10-metre animated image of the 22-time Grand Slam champion on the Place du Trocadero in Paris. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:51Published 20 hours ago

Paris' Louvre museum explores the ever-changing standards of beauty across art and history The Louvre Museum in Paris has partnered with L’Oréal Groupe to present "Of All Beauties!", an immersive exhibition exploring the concept of beauty across art and history. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:18Published 3 days ago

Hundreds protest against France-Israel football match in Paris amid high security Thursday's game was held in a tense atmosphere and under exceptional security measures a week after violent clashes broke out in Amsterdam between pro-Palestinian demonstrators and Israeli football.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:30Published 6 days ago

No comment: Protests in Paris after pro-Israel gala organised by far-right figures Protests erupted in Paris on Wednesday against a controversial gala organised by far-right figures in support of Israel. The event, intended to raise funds for the Israeli military, included Israeli.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

Thousands of protesters march in Paris ahead of tense football match between France-Israel The demonstration was also organised to denounce a highly controversial gala organised on Wednesday night by the Israeli far-right in Paris. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:04Published 1 week ago

Paris on alert ahead of France-Israel football match Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:30Published 1 week ago

Paris on high alert ahead of France-Israel football match Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:32Published 1 week ago

Macron and Starmer lay wreath at Paris' Tomb of the Unknown Soldier on Armistice Day British Prime Minister Keir Starmer joined French President Emmanuel Macron at a Paris ceremony marking the 106th anniversary of the Armistice on Monday. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

Story of a Paris creative hub: from Studio Kremlin to La Kolok Studio Kremlin rose from an industrial wasteland in the French capital to become a thriving, community-embedded hub of filmmaking and other creative activities. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:41Published 1 week ago

Studio Kremlin: creative co-working in a revitalised Paris community EU funding has helped transform an old industrial area of the French capital into a creative hub of community collaboration. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 03:00Published 1 week ago

Armistice Day: Starmer and Macron celebrate Franco-British relations in Paris It's the first time a British leader has been hosted for Armistice Day in France since Winston Churchill joined General Charles de Gaulle in 1944, Starmer's office said. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:02Published 1 week ago

Paris to deploy 4,000 police to France-Israel UEFA match after Amsterdam violence The capital’s police chief said that 2,500 officers would be deployed around the Stade de France stadium in addition to 1,500 others around Paris and on public transportation. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:36Published 1 week ago

Paris follows major European cities with introduction of car-free zones - and residents don't notice All motorists will now be banned from driving through the centre of Paris as the city launches a traffic-free zone. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:57Published 2 weeks ago

Four injured in violent axe attack on train near Paris The fight on the RER E line involved several individuals, including minors. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:01Published 2 weeks ago

French far right goes on trial for allegedly embezzling European funds for party The high-stakes trial opens in Paris on Monday and will last for two months. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:42Published on September 30, 2024

Protesters in Paris demand end to Israeli air strikes on targets in Lebanon France has been a key supporter of Israel, defending its right to self-defence for years and sells an average of €20 million worth of military equipment to the country each year. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:36Published on September 30, 2024

Designer Laduma Ngxkolo brings Xhosa avand garde style to Paris fashion week Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 08:59Published on September 27, 2024

Watch\| France’s Macron Stuns EU-NATO, Seeks to Embrace Putin Despite Ukraine War\| Full Statement French President Macron has called for a review of Europe's ties with Russia and a reimagining of the global order. Speaking at a peace conference in Paris, he emphasized the need for a broader.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:25Published on September 23, 2024

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