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Covid: antigen tests less effective to detect Omicron, according to American health authorities

As the Omicron variant dominates in several countries across the world, are PCR and antigen tests likely to detect this new variant? According to the U.S. health authorities, antigen tests are less sensitive to Omicron.

Coronavirus: Will the epidemic end soon? What we know so far

As the coronavirus epidemic is still striking the world, many people are wondering when the health crisis will end. Here is what we know so far.

Covid: France will not require tests from EU countries, Emmanuel Macron announces

Emmanuel Macron announced France will not submit EU travelers to tests.

Omicron: vaccination alone not enough – the ECDC says

The European Center for Disease Prevention and Control warns about the quick spread of Omicron and reminds the importance of complying with health restrictions to try and stop the variant.

Covid: Omicron variant spreads at “extraordinary pace”, WHO warns

According to the WHO, no Covid variant has ever spread as fast as Omicron. The organization considers all countries are now hit by the variant.

Coronavirus: vaccinating children at risk, and 5-11 y.o. children

As France is experiencing an increase in coronavirus contaminations, the government announced the opening of vaccination to children under 12 by the end of the year. For the most fragile ones, slots open from December 15, 2021.

Covid: a booster shot 3 months past the latest injection “safe and effective”, the EMA says

This Thursday, the European Medicines Agency announced booster shots can be given in a “safe and effective” fashion only three months past the latest injection.

Christmas and New Year Brunch 2021-2022 at George V

The George V has come up with one last gourmet surprise before moving into 2022: a festive, gargantuan brunch on December 25, 2021 and January 1, 2022!

Christmas Brunch 2021 at Totuma

For an original brunch with new flavors, head for Totuma every weekend in December. On the menu: Venezuelan culinary specialties and good cheer.

Coronavirus – hospitals under pressure: can France avoid a lockdown?

As a fifth coronavirus epidemic wave is hitting France, the spread of the Omicron variant has the world worried. Is another lockdown still avoidable?

Omicron: “partial decrease in the vaccine” effectiveness, but “results need confirmation”

According to Pr. Anne-Claud Crémeiux, vaccines are partially less effective against the new Omicron variant, a study found.

After Jardin Suspendu and La Bamba, here's Iconik, the new spot that's enchanting Paris!

A new Enchanté concept comes to Paris! After having thrilled us in summer with Le Jardin Suspendu, Laho and La Bamba, we're unveiling Iconik, a spot dedicated to street-food and pop culture to be discovered from January 13, 2022!

Covid: Omicron variant spotted in Europe as soon as November 19th

The Dutch health authorities claim they have spotted the Omicron variant in a test collected this past November 19th, namely over 10 days ago and before the first reports in South Africa.

Covid: an Institut Pasteur study reminds the importance of room-airing and facemask-wearing

An Institut Pasteur study published in The Lancet magazine reminds the importance of room-airing and facemask-wearing as France is hit by a fifth Covid wave.

Coronavirus - Health pass: what are the new conditions to get it?

French Health Minister Olivier Véran announced the health pass will be now conditioned to the booster shot for vaccinees, and second dose for those whose vaccination scheme is still going on. The French have until January 15 to complete their vaccination scheme if their latest dose was given at least five months ago.

Coronavirus: PCR tests validity down to 24 hours

Olivier Véran confirmed it this Thursday November 25, 2021, screen tests' validity will be reduced: it moves from 72 to 24 hours starting from Monday November 29, 2021.

Covid: because of the Delta variant, vaccines reduced transmission dropped to 40%, WHO claimed

This Wednesday November 24, World Health Organization director general Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus claimed that because of the Delta variant, vaccines reduced transmission dropped to 40%.

Covid: Paris reaches the “maximal alert” threshold of 250 cases for 100,000 inhabitants

The “maximal alert” threshold of 250 cases for 100,000 inhabitants has now been reached in Paris becoming then the hardest-hit department in Île-de-France and the eighth in France.

Coronavirus – Fifth wave: Gabriel Attal’s latest announcements

France has officially entered the fifth coronavirus epidemic wave. So, to try and curb the rise in Covid-19-related contaminations, Gabriel Attal has announced the implementation of new restrictions. Third dose extended, reinforced health pass, or return of compulsory facemask… Here is more on the matter!

France’s most remarkable cultural venues are in Paris

Four cultural venues in Paris have been rewarded by the Tiqets company as the most remarkable venues in France. And the Musée de l’Orangerie is the great winner!