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Paris grapples with widening abuse scandal among after-school staff
world10 hours ago

Paris grapples with widening abuse scandal among after-school staff

A year-long wave of abuse allegations against Paris-area after-school staff, known as animateurs, has triggered investigations in nearly 100 crèches and schools, with a trial set at Alphonse Baudin for sexualised touching of five children and about 80 suspensions this year. The crisis has strained trust between parents and City Hall, prompting calls for reform and a €20m city funding package for training, monitoring and automatic suspensions after a single complaint.

Crowe tells Paris autograph seekers to back off or he’ll walk
entertainment10 hours ago

Crowe tells Paris autograph seekers to back off or he’ll walk

Russell Crowe warned autograph-seekers outside his Paris hotel to stay back and not push, saying he would walk if the crowd got out of hand. He still signed memorabilia, but declined a fan’s request to add his Gladiator character’s name, and later commented on the incident, noting the situation was managed with minimal security. The moment underscores the ongoing trend of celebrities actively managing crowds during European appearances.

Crowe Stands His Ground: ‘What’s Your Problem?’ In Paris Fan Moment
entertainment15 hours ago

Crowe Stands His Ground: ‘What’s Your Problem?’ In Paris Fan Moment

Russell Crowe defended a brusque autograph moment captured outside a Paris hotel, telling fans not to push and that he would come to them while keeping the hotel passage clear; he also declined to sign “Maximus.” He later called TMZ’s coverage clickbait on X, arguing the event was orderly and he still reached his flight on time. THR notes his blunt reputation and recalls his own reflections on boundaries and regrets.

Crowe Pushes Back at Fans Outside Paris Hotel, Slamming Autograph Seekers
entertainment16 hours ago

Crowe Pushes Back at Fans Outside Paris Hotel, Slamming Autograph Seekers

Russell Crowe was filmed in a tense exchange with autograph seekers outside his Paris hotel, telling fans to back off and not push in as he headed to the airport. He did sign some Gladiator images but refused to add Maximus to an autograph. In a response on X, Crowe called the footage clickbait, said the hotel passage was kept free for guests, and still made it to the airport on time.

Crowe Draws the Line: Autograph Hunters Told to Back Off Outside Paris Hotel
entertainment18 hours ago

Crowe Draws the Line: Autograph Hunters Told to Back Off Outside Paris Hotel

Russell Crowe bluntly warned autograph seekers outside his Paris hotel to stop pushing in, saying he would leave if anyone acted like a jerk and that he would come to fans on his own terms; the moment, captured on video, sparked online debate as Crowe continued signing memorabilia while in Paris for the French Open with girlfriend Britney Theriot.

Sabalenka Heads a Wide-Open Paris Draw as the 2026 Roland Garros Favorite
sports-tennis4 days ago

Sabalenka Heads a Wide-Open Paris Draw as the 2026 Roland Garros Favorite

Aryna Sabalenka is pegged as the favorite in a wide-open 2026 Roland Garros women’s field, aided by her No.1 ranking and strong late-majors form despite mixed results in Madrid and Rome. The piece catalogs a deep field led by Rybakina, Świątek, Gauff, and Svitolina, highlights several dark horses such as Krejčíková, Raducanu, Eala, Kenin, and others, and flags notable first-round matches to watch, concluding with a plausible final where Sabalenka defeats Svitolina.

Saints vs Steelers set for NFL's first regular-season game in Paris
sports13 days ago

Saints vs Steelers set for NFL's first regular-season game in Paris

The NFL announced the New Orleans Saints will play the Pittsburgh Steelers in the league's first regular-season game in Paris, scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026 at the Stade de France (8:30 a.m. CST/2:30 p.m. CET). This marks the Saints' fourth overseas game and is part of the NFL's global expansion, with GL events as partner and On Location offering travel packages; Saints season-ticket holders will have a chance to opt in for tickets through a limited allocation.

Steelers, Saints to clash in NFL's historic Paris regular-season game
sports13 days ago

Steelers, Saints to clash in NFL's historic Paris regular-season game

The NFL announced the Pittsburgh Steelers will face the New Orleans Saints in the league's first regular-season game in Paris, on October 25, 2026 at Stade de France. Kickoff is 2:30 p.m. local time (9:30 a.m. ET). The event is part of nine international games in 2026, produced with GL events and French partners as the NFL expands its global footprint.

sports13 days ago

Steelers vs Saints Highlight NFL’s Inaugural Paris Game at Stade de France

The NFL will stage its first-ever game in Paris this season, with the Pittsburgh Steelers taking on the New Orleans Saints at Stade de France on October 25 (Week 7) at 9:30 a.m. ET. The full schedule drops May 14, as part of the league’s push to grow international markets, with potential implications for the Steelers’ bye week and future abroad matchups.

Steelers to Face Saints in Paris as NFL Plans France Regular-Season Debut
sports14 days ago

Steelers to Face Saints in Paris as NFL Plans France Regular-Season Debut

The NFL is set to host its first regular-season game in France this season, with the Pittsburgh Steelers squaring off against the New Orleans Saints in Paris on October 25, according to multiple reports and confirmation from Mary Kay Cabot. Nine international games are on the schedule this year, including Paris, London, Madrid, Melbourne, and more, as the league eyes expanding international play from the current 10 games under the CBA to as many as 16 in the future.

Portman offers a rare glimpse of Paris life as she awaits her third child
entertainment18 days ago

Portman offers a rare glimpse of Paris life as she awaits her third child

Natalie Portman gave a rare peek into her Parisian life after announcing she’s pregnant with her third child at age 44, sharing Instagram carousel moments from walks along the Seine, art-filled outings, nature adventures, and time with her kids and dog. She’s dating French electronic-music producer Tanguy Destable, following her move back to Paris in 2023 and divorce from Benjamin Millepied, and she describes the pregnancy as a blessing and a ‘miracle.’

Grey's Anatomy Finale: Teddy and Owen Sail Into a Parisian Future
television18 days ago

Grey's Anatomy Finale: Teddy and Owen Sail Into a Parisian Future

In Variety's interview about Grey’s Anatomy Season 22 finale, showrunner Meg Marinis explains Teddy Altman and Owen Hunt exit Grey Sloan together and head to Paris, a choice driven by narrative direction and budget realities; the episode uses their sendoff to honor a long arc while setting up Meredith’s evolving relationship with Nick and teasing other ongoing storylines (Jo’s postpartum journey, Link’s potential struggles, Blue’s firing, Bailey’s public-health pursuit, Ben’s plastics fellowship, and the Simone-Lucas-Wes love triangle) for next season.

Trainee bus driver crashes into the Seine, four rescued in Paris
world25 days ago

Trainee bus driver crashes into the Seine, four rescued in Paris

A trainee French bus driver left a station in the Paris area, struck a parked car, and drove the bus into the Seine. The four people on board—the driver and three passengers—were pulled from the water and rescued as 16 fire trucks, 34 firefighters, 60 police officers and river-rescue teams responded; all aboard were reported safe. Witnesses described screams and people in the water, and authorities said quays would be secured while investigations continue.

Paris G7 environment talks sidestep climate clash to keep US alignment
europe1 month ago

Paris G7 environment talks sidestep climate clash to keep US alignment

A two-day G7 environment meeting in Paris will omit climate change from its agenda to preserve unity with the United States. Delegates will focus on less contentious topics—ocean conservation, biodiversity funding, and desertification—with plans to announce about $800 million for biodiversity projects in Africa. The US will be represented by an EPA official, while activists criticize the move as weakening climate leadership ahead of a major fossil-fuel phase-out conference in Colombia.