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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.

Covid: Pfizer vaccine effective at least 6 months against severe disease

A study published today in The Lancet shows the Pfizer vaccine is effective at least 6 months against severe Covid.

2024 Paris Olympics: the construction of the Porte de Chapelle Arena begins

In Paris, the first stone of the Porte de la Chapelle Arena has been laid this Tuesday October 5, 2021 by Anne Hidalgo. The construction is to be over before the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics. It will house badminton, para taekwondo and para badminton games. Discover the first news and pictures of the project.

Outing ideas to get rid of stress

Feeling stressed or under pressure? You do no need to give in! Come along and discover places where you can relax, unwind, let off steam or get pampered!

White Night – Nuit Blanche 2021 at Paris Museum of Modern Art

For the White Night 2021, Paris Museum of Modern Art shines a light on 5 pieces of work that won the support action to art creation by the City of Paris. Come and discover the achievements of these artists for an exclusive late-night opening on Saturday October 2, 2021.

Covid: Tests will stay free of charge for vaccinated adults past October 15th

As France is preparing for a fifth coronavirus epidemic wave - expected to hit this Fall - the population has to comply with the health pass now extended to many public places. Prime Minister Jean Castex also confirmed "comfort" screening tests will be charged from October 15, 2021... Before adding that only unvaccinated adults will have to pay for these tests if not prescribed by a doctor.

Nuit Blanche 2021: Kontakt, Nicolas Paolozzi's installation at the Grande Halle de la Villette

To mark the 20th Nuit Blanche, the Grande Halle de La Villette invites night owls to explore a sound, music and interactive installation by artist Nicolas Paolozzi, on the night of October 2 to 3, 2021.

Coronavirus: health pass soon to be no longer needed outside and on terraces?

As France is experiencing an improvement in the coronavirus epidemic, the government is said to be about to ease some measures. Among the leads considered, the end of the health pass in outdoor places including terraces of bars, cafés and restaurants.

Covid: Delta variant now globally dominant, WHO says

According to the World Health Organization, the Alpha, Beta and Gamma variants are now found in less than 1% of sequenced cases, widely outcompeted by the Delta variant.

Paris 2024: Tony Estanguet is still confident about the calendar

After major announcements as for the Olympics calendar, head of Paris 2024 Organizing Committee Tony Estanguet told Le Monde goals will be achieved "in time". Tickets, urban development projects, and even search for partners: the calendar is to be observed.

Pizzeria Popine launches a €5 Margherita pizza for lunch

Who says better than €5 for a pizza? Head to Popine Saint-Sauveur to make the most of this new offer available every lunch of the week.

Paris: the Place de l’Etoile goes car-free for 3 weekends in September for Christo’s installation

The Place Charles-de-Gaulle Etoile will go car-free for 3 weekends in September, from Saturday September 18 to Sunday October 3, 2021, so Parisians and tourists can fully enjoy the wrapped Arc de Triomphe, as designed by Christo and Jeanne-Claude. Over 300 mediators will come and meet visitors and give a sample of fabric to those who would like one.

Covid: myocarditis risk higher for covid than for the vaccine

A new American study reveals myocarditis risk is higher when catching Covid than getting vaccinated.

August 31st Paris Ephemeris: Lady Diana's fatal accident in the Pont de l'Alma tunnel

On August 31, 1997, after a frantic chase through the streets of Paris with paparazzi, Princess Lady Diana died in a tragic car accident in the Pont de l'Alma tunnel.

Covid: 70% of the entire EU population is fully vaccinated against Covid

The EU has hit a milestone: 70% of the EU adult population is now fully vaccinated, European Commission Presidence Ursula Von der Leyen announced this Tuesday August 31. It represents over 230 million people.

Covid: Against the Delta variant, Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are only 66% effective

According to a study published this August 24, 2021 by the American health authorities, Pfizer and Moderna are no longer 91% effective but 66% effective against the Delta variant.

Liberation of Paris: a tribute reading on the forecourt of the Hôtel de Ville, Everything begins again in Paris

To mark the 77th anniversary of the Liberation of Paris, the Mairie de Paris has chosen to pay tribute to the men and women who sacrificed themselves for Freedom, with a poetry reading by actors Philippe Torrenton, Marion Isvi and Nicolas Evrard, accompanied by musicians. Together, they have planned an evocation of seven "episodes" of the Liberation, with texts, archive images and current photos.

Covid: coronavirus positive newborn dies at birth

This is worrying news: More and more babies infected with Covid-19 - mostly contaminated by their non-vaccinated parents - are hospitalized. A newborn baby has died at birth on August 20 in Occitania. He tested positive for Covid, so did his mother.

Ephemeris for August 21 in Paris: First deadly Resistance attack on the Barbès metro station

On August 21, 1941, the Resistance carried out the first murderous attack in Paris against the German forces that had occupied the capital for over a year. Pierre Georges, who was to become Colonel Fabien, shot a Kriegsmarine soldier twice in the Barbès-Rochechouart metro station.