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From the archive: Throwback Olympic snapshots from the 1980s and 90s

House librarian Tizane Navea-Rogers dives into The Independent’s photography archive and explores the Olympic Games through the lens

The Independent UK

Paris Olympics 2024: Braving attacks by arsonists and pre-opening chaos, city of love gets Olympics underway with grand ceremony

PARIS: The incessant wailing of police sirens could be heard at the stroke of 12 on Friday afternoon outside the Palais des Congres. The city was on high alert. Heavily armed police personnel had started cordoning off the area close to the River Seine. This beautiful world city, which moves…

The Times of India

'Massive Attack' On French Rail Threatens More Chaos

French rail officials warned of travel chaos for hundreds of thousands of people throughout the weekend after saboteurs following a meticulous plan paralysed much of the train network Friday as the Olympic Games started.

International Business Times

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Celine Dion's stunning Olympics return

The singer closed out an Opening Ceremony that included Lady Gaga, a mystery figure, Marie Antoinette and more

Salon

‘Dream with us’: Bach delivers message of hope as rain fails to ruin Paris parade

The lingering applause at the Trocadéro suggested the crowd loved it and the Olympic Games opening ceremony delivered a thrilling final hour in the rain

The Guardian - UK

After 6 straight Olympic appearances over 16 years, Mario and Sonic are sitting out Paris 2024

It looks like the end of an era for Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games

GamesRadar

Who launched attack on the French rail network – and why?

Arsonists used crude methods but disruption to opening of the Olympic Games in Paris was severe

The Guardian - UK

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How Many Fans Are There At Le Golf National For The Olympic Games?

The Paris Olympic committee has released the number of available tickets for each day of the men's and women's golf events, which are expected to be sold out

Golf Monthly

The ultimate Olympics trivia: Can you get more than 12 correct answers?

As the world comes together to celebrate the pinnacle of athletic achievement, we invite you to test your knowledge and immerse yourself in the rich history of the Olympic Games. From its ancient origins to the modern-day spectacle, the Olympics have been a stage for incredible stories of triumph, perseverance,…

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Paris Olympics: A 413-foot 'floating athletes village' in Tahiti has made up for surfers missing the Seine river opening ceremony

Surfers participating in the Olympic Games will not be present at the opening ceremony in Paris on Friday as they are based in Tahiti. However, they may have an advantage over their counterparts in the French capital when it comes to their unique accommodations.

The Times of India

Hollywood billionaires Mario and Sonic now too good for the Olympic Games

The 2024 Olympics opening ceremony is at hand, and gaming's iconic mascots are nowhere to be found.

PC Gamer

Politics, security and the Seine: where the Paris Olympics’ flashpoints will be

Two high-profile assaults on Australians in Paris have raised concerns about security ahead of the Olympic Games.

The Conversation

Palestinian Olympic Threat Video Fake Of Possible Russian Origin: Sources, Experts

A video that has been widely shared on social media showing a purported Palestinian militant threatening attacks on France during the Olympic Games in Paris is a fake and could be of Russian origin, security sources and experts said on Thursday.

International Business Times

Macron touts Paris summit tying sports and sustainability during Olympics

An international summit meant to bolster support for sport initiatives that accelerate sustainable development is to be held in Paris a day before the Olympic Games officially open

The Independent UK

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Android Central

Google is making it easier to follow the Olympic Games with new TV and Play features

Google is now the "Official Search AI Partner" for Team USA, using AI to highlight athletes and boost Olympic coverage.

Radio France Internationale

Paris streets transformed for 2024 Olympics: three perspectives

Some of the 2024 Olympic Games events will be held in the heart of Paris, and some of the city's streets have undergone drastic change to accommodate them. RFI spoke to Parisians about how the vast Olympic operation is affecting them.

France 24

Paris 2024: Stéphane Ashpool's French touch infuses Olympic outfits (4/5)

As FRANCE 24 takes a look at the artistic and cultural iterations of the Olympic Games, fashion designer Stéphane Ashpool invites us into his Paris workshop to get a sneak preview of his creations for the French athletes competing this summer. With a modern take on French heritage, Ashpool blends…

The Conversation

Are the Olympic Games politically neutral?

In the early 20th century, the father of the modern Olympic Games, Pierre de Coubertin, wrote that the competition ought to be “free from political interference”. Yet it’s often hard for champions to escape world affairs. Take the example of Algerian judoka, Fethi Nourine, who withdrew in from the Tokyo…

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The Times of India

Mind games: The mental health spectrum in elite sport

The Olympic Games are at the pinnacle of human performance. The athletes who compete at these games are the strongest, fastest, most skilled in the world. The games don’t just test an athlete physically, they also test players mentally – and it’s the players who are mentally the toughest who…

The Times of India

Olympics: Will India go past historic Tokyo medal haul in Paris?

As the Olympic Games commence in Paris on Friday, the 117 Indian athletes participating in the event find themselves in diverse situations. While a few carry the weight of immense expectations on their shoulders, others are determined to deliver unexpected triumphs. Meanwhile, some seasoned competitors are focused on concluding their…

Radio France Internationale

No-fly zones and AI security measures deployed for Olympic opening ceremony

Paris is gearing up for the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games this Friday, with a gala celebration that is set to dazzle on the Seine, marking the first time the Summer Olympics have kicked off outside a stadium. However, such a grand display requires an equally grand security operation…

Cycling News

Paris Olympics: Women's Mountain Bike Cross Country - Preview

French duo Pauline Ferrand-Prévot and Loana Lecomte leading contenders for gold

France 24

French officials foil multiple plots to disrupt Paris 2024 Olympics

Several plots to disrupt the 2024 Paris Olympics have been foiled by French authorities over the past weeks, according to officials. French Interior Minister Gérald Darmanin Wednesday said police on Tuesday arrested a young man in southwest France accused of planning “violent action” against the Games. On the same day,…

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Olympic Games football tournament hit by Marcelo Bielsa-esque 'spygate' controversy

The Olympic Games football tournament kicks off on Wednesday afternoon

The Guardian - UK

Israeli national anthem booed at Parc des Princes but no major disruption

Israel men’s football match against Mali had been designated ‘high risk’, with France’s interior minister promising an ‘anti-terror periphery’ beforehand

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