The Latest Breaking News from Paris

Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-ting won historic gold medals in Paris, but the future of both fighters remain in doubt

Holidaymakers are returning to Paris for winter holiday magic as the tourism industry rebounds, inspired by the successful Olympic Games and the re-opening of Notre Dame cathedral.

Hundreds of cameras positioned around a venue captured real-world objects and spaces in 3D, allowing broadcasters to compile replays that thrust viewers into the action, providing glimpses of key moments from almost any angle.

Police and rail chiefs confirmed on Wednesday that the travel disruption that affected thousands of passengers on Christmas Eve on lines to the south-east of Paris came after a driver jumped from the cabin of his speeding train.

Thousands of passengers faced significant delays on Christmas Eve as SNCF trains were blocked for several hours near Paris. The disruption, caused by a "person accident" on the high-speed Southeast line in southern Seine-et-Marne around 8pm, affected multiple long distance TGV and Ouigo services.

The King had a fitting comparison for the defining rivalry of his career.

Thousands of worshippers are expected to celebrate Christmas Day masses at Notre Dame cathedral in Paris as part of the celebrations hailing its restoration just over five years after fire nearly destroyed the 12th century monument.

The French capital had to overcome issues including an opening ceremony deluge but delivered 17 days of joyous madness

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