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Young British chefs are transforming their country's culinary reputation in the world's toughest food city. From elevated sausage rolls to ingredient-driven tasting menus, they're proving British food deserves a seat at the table.
Virtual reality in China has transformed from a disappointing seated experience into a thriving entertainment industry by letting people actually walk through digital worlds. Nearly 20 new immersive VR venues opened in Shanghai alone last year, transporting visitors to ancient Egypt, 1874 Paris, and historic Chinese cities.
More than 300 energy leaders from 40 nations gathered in Paris to accelerate the development of clean energy technologies that could transform how the world powers itself. The forum connected policymakers, innovators, and investors to tackle the biggest barriers slowing down progress.
This June, French street artist JR will transform Paris' oldest bridge into an immersive walk-through cave installation, complete with sound and augmented reality. The free, 24/7 public art project pays tribute to legendary artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude who wrapped the same bridge in 1985.
A 27-year-old marathoner preparing for Paris ditched her fitness tracker and discovered she runs faster, happier, and more intuitively without constant data. Her watch-free training proves technology can't always outsmart our own bodies.
France's first major climate trial against an oil giant began in Paris, asking courts to enforce real emission cuts instead of empty promises. Communities displaced by TotalEnergies' African pipeline project are watching closely, hoping the ruling will protect people over profits.
India's Paralympic champion Pramod Bhagat just won his sixth world championship gold medal in para badminton, surpassing his childhood idol Lin Dan's five world titles. After a disappointing Paris 2024, the 37-year-old is proving that setbacks can fuel comebacks.
When a man burned St Patrick's Cathedral to the ground in 1996, the parish priest visited him in jail with a surprising message: you're forgiven. Thirty years later, the rebuilt church stands as a symbol of mercy and renewal.
Kenya just unveiled a digital platform that makes every carbon credit traceable, ensuring communities benefit directly from conservation efforts. The registry puts the country at the forefront of fair, transparent climate action in Africa.
After being forced from Iran over a film role, actress Mina Kavani opens a powerful new play celebrating a poet banned in her homeland. Her one-woman show gives voice to women's freedom while her family still lives under the regime she fled.
Paralympic champions from India, Colombia, and Kenya kicked off the 2026 para athletics season in Dubai with stunning performances. India dominated with 16 gold medals as athletes proved their Paris 2024 success was just the beginning.
A 24-year-old American curler who juggles flaming torches in his spare time is winning fans at the Winter Olympics with his signature red headband and infectious energy. Even the "Pommel Horse Guy" from the Paris Olympics has taken notice.
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A historic crown damaged and dropped during a daring Louvre heist will be fully restored. The empress' jewel-encrusted treasure survived with nearly all its diamonds and emeralds intact.
Paulina Porizkova, 60, is using her platform to expose the predatory practices she endured as a teenage model in Paris, helping younger generations recognize and reject workplace harassment. Her courage is reshaping conversations about protecting minors in high-pressure industries.
A European startup just released speech-to-text AI models small enough to run on your phone, no internet required. The breakthrough could make real-time translation across 13 languages accessible to anyone by 2026.
Algerian boxer Imane Khelif, who won gold at the 2024 Paris Olympics, says she's ready to take any tests required to compete in Los Angeles. Her message of fairness and protection for all women athletes is resonating around the world.
Orleans Parish students have a new chance to ease the burden of college costs with a $1,000 scholarship opening this spring. The Louisiana Sheriffs' Association is accepting applications through mid-March for graduating high school seniors.
Sarah, a County Durham care worker who helps traumatized children, got the surprise of a lifetime when a fake first aid course turned into a Regency ballroom. Netflix went all out with hidden clues and a trip to Paris for one deserving fan. #
The New Orleans Saints will make history by playing the NFL's first ever regular-season game in France at Paris's 81,000-seat Stade de France. This milestone marks the league's latest step in bringing American football to millions of European fans.
A small factory in Gifu Prefecture is turning ancient clay into custom tiles for luxury brands worldwide, proving traditional craftsmanship can thrive in modern markets. Their flexible tiles now grace Hermès stores and high-end galleries from New York to Paris.
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