Open Letter To Olympic Chief – OpEd

Paris Olympics artistic director Thomas Jolly on reimagining opening ceremony

In a luxurious hotel room on the 16th floor, overlooking the heart of Paris and the iconic Seine River, Thomas Jolly prepares for the grand spectacle that will inaugurate the Paris 2024 Olympics.

IOC president Thomas Bach: 'Olympics more important than ever in times of conflict'

Olympics pre-race triathlon event in Seine River cancelled over water quality concerns

Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo took a famous dip in the river less than two weeks before Olympic events were set to start, hoping to prove that the infamously polluted waterway was clean enough to host swimming competitions.

WATCH: Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo swims in Seine before Olympics

Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo and a top Olympic official swam in the Seine River on Wednesday amid water quality concerns ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Paris Mayor swims in Seine river but will it really be clean enough to host Olympic events?

Anne Hidalgo took a dip in the long-polluted Seine River to show that Paris' river is clean and safe.

Olympics 2024: India House Inaugurated in Paris | Nita Ambani & Shaan Celebrate Indian Athletes

Join us as we celebrate the inauguration of India House at the Paris Olympics 2024! Hear from Nita Ambani, an International Olympic Committee member, who expresses her joy in witnessing India's first-ever Olympic House. Also, catch singer Shaan's excitement as he attends the inauguration and shares his hopes for the Indian contingent. With 117 athletes competing across various sports, India is ready to make its mark at the Paris Olympics. Don't miss this special moment of pride and excitement for Indian sports! #OneindiainParis #IndiaAtOlympics #Paris2024 #IndiaHouse #NitaAmbani #Shaan #Olympics #IndianAthletes #ParisOlympics2024 #ProudMoment #OlympicGames ~HT.178~PR.274~ED.101~GR.124~

Olympics Blunder:South Korean Athletes Mistaken for North Korean Delegation|Organisers Issue Apology

In a major blunder during the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, South Korean athletes were mistakenly introduced as North Korean delegates. The mistake was highlighted by both French and English announcers, although the subtitles correctly identified them. This gaffe comes at a time of heightened tensions between the two Koreas. South Korea's sports ministry has lodged a formal complaint, and the International Olympic Committee has issued an apology. Watch the full story and see the reactions from both South Korea and the Olympic organisers. #OneindiainParis #Olympics2024 #ParisOlympics #SouthKorea #NorthKorea #OlympicBlunder #IOC #SportsNews #OpeningCeremony #SouthKoreanAthletes #OlympicMistake ~HT.178~PR.274~ED.103~GR.124~

Conflicts 'loom large' over Olympics as Macron welcomes world leaders

World leaders pledge billions to sports and sustainability at pre-Olympics summit

Around 500 participants attended Thursday's summit near the Louvre Museum in Paris championed by French President Emmanuel Macron and International Olympic Committee President Thomas Bach.

Centrist caretaker government to stay on through the Olympics, says Macron

The announcement came after the New Popular Front (NFP) selected little-known civil servant Lucie Castets as their choice for prime minister.

Yaël Braun-Pivet of Macron's centrist party re-elected as new President of the National Assembly

Yaël Braun-Pivet of Macron's centrist party has been re-elected as new President of the National Assembly with 220 votes.

French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal officially resigns from role following legislative elections

French President Emmanuel Macron has officially accepted the resignation of his Prime minister Gabriel Attal.

Daley ‘emotional’ seeing family ahead of Olympic Games

Diver Tom Daley says he was “most emotional” seeing his family and friends ahead of the Olympic Games as he felt he had “already won”. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Zelensky Announces Ukrainians' Release After Calling for a Halt in the War | Is Resolution Near?

In a significant development, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the release of ten civilians who were held captive by Russia and its ally Belarus. This exchange, which involved the return of 90 detainees from each side, includes notable figures like Nariman Dzhelyal and two Catholic priests. The release marks a historic moment for Ukraine and is a testament to the relentless efforts of a dedicated team, including support from the Vatican. Join us as we delve into the details of this monumental event and explore its implications for the future of Ukrainian-Russian relations. #Ukraine #Zelensky #PrisonerExchange #RussianCaptivity #HumanRights #CrimeanTatars #HistoricReturn #Belarus #Vatican #RussiaUkraineWar #InternationalRelations ~HT.97~PR.274~ED.103~

Pope Francis Accused of Repeating Homophobic Slur

Pope Francis Accused of , Repeating Homophobic Slur. Last month, Pope Francis used an offensive word to describe gay men while in a closed-door meeting with bishops, NBC News reports. After the news got out, the Vatican issued an apology "to those who were offended.". As he has had the opportunity to state on several occasions, 'In the Church there is room for everyone, for everyone! No one is useless, no one is superfluous, there is room for everyone. Just as we are, everyone.', Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni, via statement. The pope never intended to offend or express himself in homophobic terms, and he extends his apologies to those who were offended by the use of a term, reported by others, Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni, via statement. According to Italian news agency ANSA, the pope used the homophobic slur again in another meeting with Roman priests on June 11. . He allegedly used the word while suggesting that gay men should not be allowed in seminaries but should be welcome in the Catholic Church. When asked to comment, the Vatican referred to a previous statement it made regarding the latest meeting. The statement highlighted the pope's desire to welcome "people with homosexual tendencies,". while exercising caution "regarding their entry into the seminary.". The Vatican did not issue another apology