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What happens when lightning strikes the Eiffel Tower?

The heatwave that's seen much of northern Europe melting in the past week is moving eastwards, with Germany and Hungary reaching or exceeding 40°C in the past 24 hours.

France 24

Watch: Lightning strikes Eiffel Tower during violent Paris thunderstorm

The Eiffel Tower was struck by lightning as a thunderstorm raged over Paris on Saturday (27 June).

The Independent UK

Discovered 29 years ago, asteroid bigger than Eiffel Tower to fly past Earth this weekend: Here's when and how to watch and should you be worried?

A colossal asteroid, dwarfing the Eiffel Tower, is set for a safe flyby of Earth this weekend, June 27, 2026. Designated (152637) 1997 NC1, it will pass at a distance of 2.6 million kilometers. While posing no threat, its immense size makes this a significant celestial event, occurring only once…

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Tourists disappointed as Eiffel Tower closes amid heatwave

Tourists have been left feeling disappointed as popular tourist attractions such as the Eiffel Tower and Louvre have shut early due to extreme heat.

Euronews

European heatwave forces Eiffel Tower early closure and tourist attraction shutdowns

From the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre to Buckingham Palace's Changing of the Guard, soaring temperatures are forcing attractions to close, shorten opening hours and cancel events as a heatwave grips Europe.

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Scorching heat shuts Paris' Eiffel Tower and Louvre museum early as France swelters

A severe heatwave in France has forced some of Paris’s most popular tourist attractions, including the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum, to shorten operating hours as temperatures soar across the country.

The Economic Times

Extreme heat forces early closure of Paris tourist attractions

A severe heatwave gripping France on Tuesday forced the early closure of the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum, two of Paris's most visited tourist attractions, as authorities grappled with soaring temperatures that have disrupted daily life across the country.

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Paris reimagined: Exploring the city's past, present and future through three iconic landmarks

In this edition, we discover how some of Paris's most famous landmarks are being transformed by technology, culture and contemporary art. We travel beneath the Eiffel Tower with a new virtual reality experience that brings the monument's history to life, celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Quai Branly Museum and…

France 24

India launches UPI at department store in France

India's digital payment system, UPI, has expanded its global reach with a launch at Galeries Lafayette in Nice, France. This move strengthens economic and technological ties between India and France. Following its introduction at the Eiffel Tower earlier this year, UPI is now available in nine countries. This allows Indian…

The Economic Times

I discovered hidden views of the Eiffel Tower by exploring this lesser-known neighbourhood in Paris

Stepping away from the tourist hotspots, Amelia Neath visits Passy to capture the French capital from a different angle

The Independent UK

‘Maybe we’ll never ever take it down’: Trump says UFC arena at White House could stay permanently

In a video posted on his TikTok account, the president likened the arena that is being constructed on the White House’s South Lawn to the Eiffel Tower

The Guardian - US

Trump compares White House UFC arena to Eiffel Tower, hints it could stay permanently

In a video posted to his official TikTok account on Wednesday, US President Donald Trump suggested he may never remove the enormous UFC arena being constructed on the White House lawn for his birthday celebrations. He also compared it to Paris's iconic Eiffel Tower, which was initially intended to be…

France 24

Trump says the giant UFC arena set up outside the White House could stay up forever

President compares ‘The Claw’ to the Eiffel Tower as preparations for his troubled ‘Freedom 250’ celebration continue

The Independent UK

In pictures: Paris hosts PSG victory parade after back-to-back Champions League titles

Fresh from their Champions League final win in Budapest, Paris Saint-Germain players paraded their trophy on the Champs-de-Mars in front of the Eiffel Tower on Sunday, ahead of a presidential reception at the Élysée Palace and a party at their Parc des Princes stadium. But security was tight after overnight…

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Huge crowds greet PSG players as they parade Champions League trophy in Paris

Tens of thousands of jubilant supporters gathered at the Eiffel Tower and the Parc des Princes stadium on Sunday to celebrate Paris Saint-Germain's second successive Champions League title victory, which was marred by violent clashes overnight across France and led police to detain hundreds of people.

Digital Camera World

Don't make this rookie mistake! This is my number one tip for street photography

If you're shooting street photography – especially if you're travelling or on vacation –avoid this basic mistake!

Radio France Internationale

Section of Eiffel Tower spiral staircase sells for €450,000 at auction

A French collector has paid more than €450,000 for a 14-step segment of the Eiffel Tower staircase at an auction in Paris.

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Step right up: A rare piece of the Eiffel Tower is heading to auction

The staircase, which once connected the tower's second and third floors, is estimated to fetch between €120,000 and €150,000.

Evening Standard

A piece of the Eiffel Tower is for sale — but you'll need deep pockets

An original staircase section from the Eiffel Tower will be auctioned next month, combining engineering history with high-end collecting

Evening Standard

Is this the best view of the Eiffel Tower ever? Probably

Step inside the Shangri-La Paris, a princely palace with a pretty much unrivalled backdrop

Radio France Internationale

'Paris, I'm ready': Céline Dion announces comeback concerts in Eiffel Tower message

Quebec-born star Céline Dion took over the Eiffel Tower in Paris on Monday evening with the broadcast of a special message to announce her comeback to the stage following a six-year break. The mega star said she would perfom ten concerts exclusively in France to celebrate her 58th birthday in…

Euronews

Eiffel Tower lights up in Paris for Celine Dion's return to the stage

To celebrate Celine Dion's 58th birthday and announce her official return to the stage, messages in several languages are projected onto the Eiffel Tower.

The Independent UK

A part of the Eiffel Tower will soon be up for sale

The staircase segment is expected to sell for around £43,000

Euronews

There’s a new way to see the Eiffel Tower: A suspension bridge 60m above the ground

The mesh bridge is found between the monument’s east and west pillars.

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