Author: Andrew Rogers

Four people were rescued after a serious accident involving a bus that plunged into the Seine River near Paris, French officials said on Thursday. The incident took place in Juvisy-sur-Orge, a town southeast of the French capital, after the bus collided with a parked vehicle and veered off the road before entering the river. Authorities said the bus was being driven by a trainee driver under supervision at the time of the crash. The vehicle reportedly left the roadway under unclear circumstances and fell into the Seine near a bridge. A parked car that was hit during the incident also…

The Paris Triangle Tower, designed by Herzog & de Meuron, is finally nearing completion after more than two decades of planning, delays, and public debate. The project, officially known as Tour Triangle, is located in the 15th arrondissement of Paris. The 180-meter glass tower recently reached its full height of 42 stories in April 2026, marking a major milestone in one of the city’s most controversial modern developments. The Paris Triangle Tower project was first proposed around 20 years ago. Since then, it has faced legal challenges, political opposition, and financial setbacks before construction finally began in 2022. Developers say…

Singer and model Paris Jackson has addressed recent concerns about her health after fans online pointed out what they believed was an unusual appearance in a recent video. The 28-year-old artist shared footage on her Instagram Stories showing that she went for an ultrasound examination after receiving a wave of comments about her neck. She explained that the decision was influenced by social media reactions. In her message, she said followers had pointed out that her neck “looked weird” in a previous post, which led her to seek medical advice for reassurance. Jackson said she arranged for an ultrasound at…

France has reported another rise in the number of practising doctors, but major regional healthcare shortages continue to affect many parts of the country, according to a new national report. The latest Atlas de la démographie médicale en France, published by the Conseil national de l’Ordre des médecins, showed that 245,847 doctors were actively practising in France as of January 1, 2026. That figure represents a 1.9 percent increase compared with the previous year, when 241,255 doctors were registered. The report also showed that the number of practising doctors has increased by around 14 percent since 2010. The latest data…

Paris Jackson has opened up about her emotional struggles growing up as the daughter of global pop icon Michael Jackson, while also securing a legal win related to his estate. A Los Angeles judge recently ruled in favor of Paris Jackson in a dispute involving payments made from Michael Jackson’s estate. She had challenged bonus payments worth about USD 625,000 that were allegedly issued to outside law firms by estate executors. The court decision means the funds will now be returned to the estate. Paris Jackson is one of the three children of Michael Jackson, alongside her brothers Prince Jackson…

Deborah Levy’s new novel brings readers into a soft but confusing world. It blends past and present in a calm but sharp way. The story feels like a dream that keeps changing shape. It uses simple scenes, but it raises deep questions about time, power, and identity. The book is titled My Year in Paris with Gertrude Stein. It follows a narrator who travels to Paris to study the life of Gertrude Stein. She is a famous American writer who lived in Paris and shaped modern art and literature. The narrator is not fully stable in her thinking. She often…

France has announced a major change in its higher education policy that will significantly affect international students. From the 2026/27 academic year, most students from outside the European Union will face higher university tuition fees. The new decision marks a shift in how public universities in France charge international learners. Officials say the reform is part of a broader effort to restructure and modernize the national education system. Under the updated policy, non-EU students will no longer benefit from the same low tuition rates offered to domestic and EU students. Instead, they will be required to pay higher fees that…

Physical AI adoption is becoming a major topic for global business leaders. A new report from Paris-based technology consulting firm Capgemini warns that companies may fall behind if they ignore it. The study says physical AI could become as important as digital AI in some industries. It combines robotics, sensors, software, and computing power. This allows machines to act in the real world with more independence. Many executives are already testing the technology. Others are still watching and waiting. Physical AI is different from normal software AI. It works in the physical world. It can see, think, and act. It…

Jean-Luc Mélenchon has said that France would withdraw from NATO if he becomes president, arguing that the military alliance mainly serves the United States interests. Speaking in an interview with French media outlet LCI, Mélenchon said the alliance places Europe under US influence and limits France’s strategic independence. He stated clearly that a future presidency under his leadership would lead France to exit NATO, saying the organization “serves only one thing: placing us under the supervision of the United States.” Mélenchon is the founder of the left-wing political movement La France Insoumise, also known as France Unbowed. He has long…

The G7 Trade Talks Paris have begun at a time of rising global tension. Trade ministers from leading economies met in Paris to discuss key issues shaping the global economy. The meeting comes as trade disputes and supply risks continue to grow. The talks are part of the Group of Seven, which includes United States, France, Germany, Japan, Italy, Canada, and United Kingdom. These countries aim to coordinate policies on trade and economic security. The G7 Trade Talks Paris are taking place over two days. Ministers are focusing on topics like critical minerals, global supply chains, and digital trade. However,…