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Nigerian artist Eniwaye Oluwaseyi is showcasing deeply personal work across Paris and Luxembourg that celebrates cultural roots and belonging. His double exhibition "Buried roots up in the air" uses multi-layered compositions to explore memory and identity.
After wowing London crowds, the "Africa Fashion" exhibition has opened at Paris's Quai Branly museum. The showcase highlights how African designers are transforming global fashion, from traditional weaves to red carpet glamour.
The Louis Vuitton Foundation in Paris is bringing joy to art lovers with a stunning exhibition of American sculptor Alexander Calder's mobiles and paintings. For the first time, his kinetic sculptures are dancing in both the museum's galleries and its iconic garden.
Japan's national sport is heading back to Europe for a two-day exhibition in Paris this June, building on last year's successful London event. This time, the focus is on cultural authenticity and long-term partnerships rather than flashy spectacle.
Paris has launched MansA, a vibrant cultural center celebrating Afro-descendant arts, stories, and excellence from across the diaspora. The space debuts with a bilingual magazine and aims to showcase African culture while France debates returning thousands of looted artifacts.
French-Algerian singer Faudel, once crowned the "little prince of Raï," is making his long-awaited return to the Paris music scene with a nostalgic 2000s tour. The beloved artist is also spotlighting an exhibition about art as healing at the Arab World Institute.
A powerful tribute in Paris celebrates the legacy of Chéri Chérin, a transformative figure in Congolese popular art who recently passed away. His vibrant, socially engaged paintings brought the voice of everyday Congolese people to galleries worldwide.
French artist JR is transforming Paris's oldest bridge into a massive inflatable cave that visitors can walk through for free starting June 6. The stunning tribute to legendary artists Christo and Jeanne-Claude will let people experience a prehistoric world in the heart of modern Paris.
Forty-eight thousand fans filled Parc des Princes stadium to celebrate Paris Saint-Germain's second consecutive Champions League title in an unforgettable night of joy. The team brought European football's biggest trophy home to Paris for a day-long celebration that united the city.
Yemaneberhan Crippa made history by winning the Paris Marathon for Italy with a personal best time, while Ethiopia's Shure Demise shattered the women's course record by over a minute. Two incredible athletes showed the world what dedication and perseverance can achieve on the streets of Paris.
A new permanent exhibit in Bengaluru lets visitors play a 19th-century version of Snakes and Ladders while exploring 2,000 years of art history. Ancient Buddhist sculptures share space with modern abstract paintings in an exhibit designed for hands-on discovery.
Barbara Butch faced death threats after the 2024 Olympics. Now she's transforming Paris with 200 free art installations celebrating love in all its forms.
Paris is opening a House of Peace near the Panthéon where elderly residents will live alongside students while refugees learn French and children attend peace education programs. The center transforms an empty building into a multi-generational hub for cooperation and solidarity.
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A tiny brass duck that rocked when tapped became the first hint that an 11-year-old would revolutionize sculpture forever. Now Paris honors Alexander Calder's century-long legacy of kinetic art that moves with the wind.
Celine Dion will perform her first full concerts in years this September in Paris, marking a triumphant return after battling stiff-person syndrome. The 10-show residency at Paris La Défense Arena proves her determination to get back to what she loves most.
On April 14, 1900, Paris opened the most ambitious World's Fair in history, showcasing human progress and building landmarks like the Eiffel Tower that still inspire us today. The six-month celebration of innovation drew 40 nations together to share their cultures and cutting-edge technology. #
One of Paris's most haunting historical sites is ready to welcome visitors again after a five-month renovation protecting both guests and centuries-old remains. The underground monument gets a modern makeover while honoring the millions who rest below.
Every candidate in Paris's mayoral race now supports green policies that conservatives once fought against. Two decades of tree planting and car reduction have made the city's environmental transformation permanent.
Emmanuel Grégoire pedaled to work on a public rental bike after winning Paris's mayoral election. The simple gesture signals a down-to-earth leadership style for France's capital. #
In October 2023, Paris staged an unprecedented two-day simulation to prepare for 122°F temperatures scientists predict could hit by 2100. Thousands participated in the drill, from schoolchildren to firefighters, helping the city plan for climate extremes that could affect 1.6 billion people worldwide.
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