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Coronavirus: the world totals 5 million deaths as of November 1, 2021

Covid has killed 5 million people, two years after it first broke out in China. According to the WHO, it could be two to three times higher than officially reported.

Baca’v, bistro and cellar by chef Emile Cotte

Baca’v is the bistro and cellar created by chef Emile Cotte shining a light on the beautiful products from his native region: Limousin.

Ephemeris for October 25 in Paris: Installation of the Luxor Obelisk on Place de la Concorde

On October 25, 1836, the Luxor Obelisk was erected in the center of the Place de la Concorde by order of King Louis-Philippe. Offered to France by the Viceroy of Egypt as a token of goodwill, the monolith arrived in Paris in 1833 after an incredible epic voyage on the waves.

Bulliz cabbages for autumn and Halloween 2021

To celebrate autumn and Halloween 2021, Bulliz is unveiling a whole host of comfort-flavoured choux pastries!

Covid: the pandemic is "far from finished", the WHO's Emergency Committee claims

As the Covid-19 pandemic is slowing down in many countries thanks to vaccination, this Tuesday October 26, the WHO's Emergency Committee claims the pandemic is "far from finished".

The Peninsula Paris Winter 2021 terrace

In Paris, La Terrasse Kleber of The Peninsula Paris falls for the holiday season magic. Until the first week of January 2022, come and discover this winter terrace that will satisfy your taste buds. French toast, mulled wine and hot chocolate expect you!

Ephemeris of October 21 in Paris: The birth of the Comédie-Française

On October 21, 1680, the Comédie-Française was founded by order of King Louis XIV, the result of a merger between Molière's troupe and that of the Hôtel de Bourgogne. The sovereign's idea was simple: to put an end to the quarrels between the two rival troupes, while reaffirming royalty by promoting classical French theater, at a time when the Comédie-Italienne was very much in vogue.

The July Column at Bastille opens to the public: here is what is inside

The Colonne de Juillet, which stands on the Place de la Bastille in Paris, opens its doors to the public on October 23, 2021. This is the opportunity to discover its necropolis and its secrets!

66-million-year-old Big John triceratops sold at 6.6 million euros in Paris

Big John – the skeleton of a giant 66-million-year-old triceratops discovered in 2014 – has been auctioned on October 21, 2021 at the Hôtel Drouot. The massive skeleton was auctioned 6.6 million euros, a record.

History fact, October 22 in Paris: dramatic rail accident at the Montparnasse railway station

On October 22, 1895, a dramatic rail accident occurred at the Montparnasse railway station. The Paris-Granville train could not brake in time and ends us down the railway station which façade is mostly destroyed because of the violence of the impact.

Ephemeris of October 18 in Paris: The Closet Affair

On the night of October 18, 1534, Protestants plastered the streets of Paris with posters violently criticizing the Catholic mass. The Affaire des Placards marked a turning point in the confrontations between Catholics and Protestants, and signaled the end of Francis I's conciliation with the reformers.

Chéper, the Perchoir team's dining bar in the Marais

In the former Crédit Municipal building, Le Perchoir has set up its Chéper dining bar. On the menu: plates from around the world, enchanting cocktails and weekend brunch.

Résidence Dame Jane welcomes young gastronomic talent

The Dame Jane restaurant now welcomes young gastronomic talents into its kitchens for one or more weeks of residency. This is an opportunity for these young chefs to showcase their cuisine and try their hand at running a restaurant for the first time.

Ephemeris of October 17: The massacre of Algerians thrown into the Seine

On October 17, 1961, a peaceful demonstration organized by the Front de Libération Nationale in support of Algerian independence was put down in bloodshed. In one night, between 30 and 250 Algerians were killed and thrown into the Seine.

Ephemeris for October 16 in Paris: Consecration of the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Montmartre

On October 16, 1919, the Sacré-Coeur church in Montmartre was consecrated by Cardinal Vico and elevated to the rank of basilica, after 44 years of construction. Erected on the heights of the Butte Montmartre, this Romanesque-Byzantine religious edifice still fascinates as much as it horrifies some Parisians, who consider it to have been "built on the blood of the Communards".

Mimosa, Jean-François Piège’s restaurant at the Hôtel de la Marine opens

Mimosa is Jean-François Piège’s restaurant opening very soon at the Hôtel de la Marine serving a never-before-seen food concept in Paris: a deviled egg (English for “oeuf mimosa” in French) bar but not only. Go and discover this unique place with majestic decor while enjoying the chef's dishes.

Ephemeris of October 15 in Paris: Mata Hari's execution in the Bois de Vincennes

On October 15, 1917, Mata Hari was shot by the French authorities in the Bois de Vincennes. Successively courtesan, oriental dancer, spy and double agent, she was sentenced to death for intelligence with the enemy at the end of a summary trial.

Ephemeris for October 9 in Paris: The opening of the Jardin d'Acclimatation in the Bois de Boulogne

On Tuesday, October 9, 1860, the Jardin d'Acclimatation opened its doors in the Bois de Boulogne. This immense green space, with its scientific, entertaining and educational vocation, quickly became a favorite haunt of Parisians, who came to marvel at exotic animals and plants, as well as tribes from faraway lands. The Jardin d'Acclimatation suffered many setbacks during the various wars, and later became an amusement park where families still enjoy having fun today.

Health Pass: the Scientific Committee's two recommendations to get out of the woods

As France is starting another months of restrictions because of the Covid-19 epidemic, the issue about keep the health pass in the long or medium run is on the executive's agenda. This Thursday October 7, 2021, the Scientific Committee addressed two different scenarios for a "quick and even immediate exit" or a "delayed exit" between November 15 and the end of the year. Keep reading to find out more.

Covid: reinfection risk higher when the Delta variant is the dominant strain

The latest report of the UK Office for National Statistics says the Covid reinfection risk is almost two times higher in the event the Delta variant is the dominant strain.