Ali Akbar started selling papers on the streets in 1974. He is still at it, winning over Parisians and presidents with persistence, humor and his signature catchphrase: “Ça y est!”
Tag: Paris (France)
Not Invited to Dior’s Show in Paris, a Fashion Influencer Hosts a Watch Party Instead
Denied a seat at Jonathan Anderson’s Dior debut, a fashion critic invited all of Paris to watch it with him at a bar. Hundreds took him up on the offer.
French Police Raid National Rally Over Campaign Finances
The authorities said they were investigating whether the nationalist, anti-immigrant party broke France’s campaign-finance rules.
The River Seine Reopens for Public Swimming, After a Century
First, France cleaned the polluted river so that Olympians could swim there. Now, a year later, it is opening three sites for locals to plunge in.
How to Stay Cool While Traveling in Paris, Italy, Spain and Parts of Europe
As Europe buckles under a punishing heat wave, residents and summer travelers are struggling to find relief. Here’s how and where to look for respite.
How to Stay Cool While Traveling in Paris, Italy, Spain and Parts of Europe
As Europe buckles under a punishing heat wave, residents and summer travelers are struggling to find relief. Here’s how and where to look for respite.
How to Stay Cool While Traveling in Paris, Italy, Spain and Parts of Europe
As Europe buckles under a punishing heat wave, residents and summer travelers are struggling to find relief. Here’s how and where to look for respite.
French Police Officers Who Beat a Black Man on Camera to Stand Trial
The brutal beating in 2020 of Michel Zecler, a well-known music producer, sent shock waves through France.
British Man Is Charged Over Attempted Mock Wedding With Girl, 9, at Disneyland Paris
The French authorities said a 39-year-old had attempted to conduct the ceremony with a minor on Saturday. The British police say he is a convicted sex offender.
Israeli Airline Will Bring Back Stranded Israeli Travelers
Between 100,000 and 150,000 Israelis have been stuck abroad as the country’s airspace remains closed and the fighting with Iran drags on.