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Paris prosecutors investigate smart glasses used to film women without consent — 4hParis opened a criminal probe into smart glasses over suspected sexual harassment; Meta holds 76% of the market. Legendre: a light "doesn't mean that you consent."

Sam Okafor Meta sold millions of these without enough safeguards, so stricter rules on recording in public are overdue.

Burna Boy to Headline NFL’s First Paris Game — 22hBurna Boy headlines halftime at the NFL’s first Paris game Oct. 25, 2026, returning to Stade de France where he drew over 80,000 as the first African solo headliner.

Marcus Bell It's smart for the NFL to feature Burna Boy at their first Paris event since he's already proven he can fill that stadium.

Paris Court Awards Kardashian €1 for 2016 Heist — 2dParis court awards Kim Kardashian €1 ($1.15) for 2016 gunpoint heist that took her $4 million ring; hotel receptionist gets about €110,000.

Sam Okafor Kardashian can live without the cash but the tiny award still makes the whole verdict look weak.

Céline Dion Returns to Stage in Paris — Sep 10, 2026Céline Dion is making a high-profile comeback to the Paris stage after years away due to stiff-person syndrome, with a 16-show residency kicking off September 12, 2026, amid immense fan anticipation and sold-out dates. Coverage highlights her preparations, public appearances, and the sustained demand for her performances as she resumes live shows in Paris.

PSG Fans Challenge Marseille Travel Ban Before Council — 22hParis Saint-Germain ultras have launched a legal challenge against travel bans imposed on supporters traveling to Marseille for Le Classique, seeking an emergency procedure before the Council of State. They accuse authorities of eleven years without dialogue and aim to defend movement rights despite France citing long-running hostilities and past incidents.

Tom Gallagher Fans deserve the chance to travel and support their team unless there's clear evidence of planned trouble this time around.

Space42 and Viasat Commit Up to $1 Billion to Equatys Satellite Platform — 4dSpace42 and Viasat signed a binding Paris deal to commit up to $1 billion to Equatys. "Equatys takes off," said Space42 Managing Director Karim Michel Sabbagh.

Nicole Hardy Viasat as the main contractor should help, but scaling to thousands of satellites will need flawless coordination.

Eiffel Tower briefly closes after workers strike over female staff instructions — 3dThe SO/ Paris hotel sits in a repurposed 1960s government building near the Marais and Eiffel Tower, illustrating a rising trend of converting historic structures into luxury hotels as travelers seek narrative weight alongside design. Paris also faced a rare shutdown of the Eiffel Tower after a staff strike over management directives to sidelined female workers for a visiting religious delegation, reflecting tensions between civil rights and public-space operations, while the city continues to attract global fascination—from an objectophilic marriage to the tower to the public exhibition of presidential-era DS cars during European Heritage Days.

Robert Whittaker befuddled by Michael ‘Venom’ Page’s UFC Paris performance: ‘I didn’t even want to watch it’Sports — Sep 8, 2026

St. Genevieve Defends Paris from AttilaGood News — FROM 451The shepherdess rallies Parisians in prayer during the Hun invasion.

Paris trial opens over rugby star Aramburú's killing as suspect claims self-defense — Sep 7, 2026Paris is hearing a murder trial over the 2022 shooting of former Argentina rugby star Federico Aramburu, with Loïk Le Priol charged with murder and Romain Bouvier with attempted murder, amid ties to a violent far-right group; several others, including Lyson Rochemir and Antony Sorrentino, face related charges as the proceedings seek life sentences for the defendants. The case, unfolding more than four years after the incident, has drawn attention to political extremism and violence surrounding the Six Nations-related visit to Paris.

Maya Lindstrom The far-right connection here is chilling — this wasn't just a bar fight gone wrong, it was ideology fueling violence.

Natalie Portman Reportedly Welcomes Third Child in Paris — Sep 5, 2026Natalie Portman has reportedly welcomed her third child in Paris with partner Tanguy Destable, keeping details private as the couple expands their family. The actress already shares two children with ex-husband Benjamin Millepied, and publicly announced the pregnancy in April, describing it as a privilege and a miracle.

Dana Whitfield Congrats to her, glad she's keeping this one low key and private compared to before.

Young people urged to follow Blessed Frédéric Ozanam’s example — Sep 9, 2026St. John Paul II beatified Frédéric Ozanam at World Youth Day in Paris in 1997 and urged young people to follow his example of seeking truth and serving others with charity.

Derek Foss Young people need more examples like his of direct service instead of abstract ideas alone.

Charli XCX Plans Six-Date 2027 European Tour — 6dCharli XCX says the six-date 2027 UK and Europe leg is a deliberate choice to protect her mental and physical health, apologizing to fans while stressing she must honor her truth as an artist. The tour runs six dates in Dublin, Glasgow, Manchester, London, Amsterdam and Paris with Audrey Hobert as opener, following the release of her Music, Fashion, Film era.

Lady Gaga Reportedly Welcomes First Child — Sep 8, 2026Multiple outlets say Lady Gaga and fiancé Michael Polansky may have secretly eloped and are enjoying a private honeymoon, with fans buzzing after Gaga’s extended public absence and low-profile appearances. Officials have offered no confirmation, even though Gaga previously teased that they were getting married soon after confirming their engagement at the Paris Olympics in 2024.

Macron Begins Sending Armed Vehichles to Paris as Trucking Convoy Moves InReporting — Feb 12, 2022Armored personnel carriers were on the streets of Paris Friday to prepare for the French version of the Freedom Convoy. French police have warned against participation in a Paris protest , saying that protesters could…

Trump Takes Firm Stand, Exits Paris Agreement Again — Jan 21, 2025President Donald Trump issued an executive order Monday to remove the United States from the Paris Agreement. The United States joins Iran, Libya, and Yemen as countries not part of the Paris Agreement, which seeks to…

‘Coordinated’ Arson Attack Throws Wrench In Opening Of Paris Olympic GamesReporting — Jul 26, 2024A “coordinated” arson attack on Friday created chaos ahead of the opening of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The opening ceremony of the XXXIII Olympic Games was set to take place on Friday in Paris, France, and as of…

Khachanov Reaches US Open Semifinals After Four-Match Losing Streak — Sep 9, 2026Karen Khachanov advanced to the 2026 US Open semifinals after Alexander Blockx retired in their quarterfinal, setting up a clash with top seed Alexander Zverev, while behind the scenes his Armenian-Russian heritage, wife Veronika, and two sons underline a stable support system driving his career. Profiles highlight his career highlights, including a Paris Masters title and Olympic silver, and note his Dubai-based training and close-knit team as factors in his resurgence.

John Legend Announces Pharrell-Produced Album Muse Due October 23 — Sep 8, 2026John Legend has unveiled Muse, a 16-track collaboration with Pharrell Williams described as a Black James Bond aesthetic, with Daylight as the leading single ahead of its October 23, 2026 release, and featuring guests like Pharrell on multiple tracks and Clipse on Bodies On The Floor. The project, produced entirely by Pharrell and recorded during a Paris session, marks Legend’s first full-length with Williams and comes as he also begins a management shift to Roc Nation.

Stray bullet from outside dispute kills Frito-Lay worker inside Nashville Sam's Club — Sep 6, 2026A Frito-Lay employee, Paris Carlock, 55, was killed when a stray bullet from a dispute outside a Nashville lounge pierced the wall of a Sam’s Club and struck him as he restocked in the chip aisle. Police say the shooting appears connected to an argument at Lavo Lounge, with investigators pursuing leads and asking for information as no suspect has been identified and Carlock is described as an innocent victim.

Arsenal Drawn Against Barcelona, Lyon in Champions League — Sep 4, 2026Arsenal will face Barcelona and Lyon in the Women's Champions League league phase, with Chelsea drawn against Paris Saint-Germain and Lyon, and Manchester City matched with Bayern Munich. The six-game group phase runs from Sept. 22-23 to Dec. 16, with the final in Warsaw in late May and schedules to be confirmed by UEFA.

Chris Dalton Barcelona and Lyon in the same group is brutal for Arsenal, toughest draw in the pot really.

Balogun left off Monaco's Conference League squad after Everton deal collapses — Sep 4, 2026Monaco omitted Folarin Balogun from their Conference League squad after the collapse of his £40 million transfer to Everton, leaving his future uncertain and raising the possibility of a sale to a league with open windows, potentially Saudi Arabia. He has returned to training but will miss Friday's Ligue 1 trip to Paris Saint-Germain.

Chris Dalton Monaco leaving him out of the squad says everything about how messy this whole transfer saga has become behind the scenes.

Eiffel Tower reopens after staff strike over BAPS visit restrictions — Sep 7, 2026The Eiffel Tower was closed as staff protested after a private BAPS visit led to female employees being moved aside for male colleagues, with unions condemning gender-based sidelining; SETE acknowledged the request to limit interactions with women and apologized, while Paris officials pledged an investigation and reaffirmed gender equality. The incident sparked political and public debate over women’s rights in France, with leaders and the BAPS temple offering apologies and emphasizing that the arrangement did not reflect broader values or intended disruptions.

Photos: Paralympic Games Paris 2024: Day 2 — Aug 30, 2024See below some of the events at the Paralympic Games Paris 2024: Day 2 Wheelchair Tennis: Day 2 Para Swimming: Day 2 Para Athletics: Day 2

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