Olympic Membership - Free Live Stream Sports & Original Series - join now! đŸ„‡ The Paralympic torch stepped on French soil around noon heralding the imminent return of the Games to France One day after the lighting ceremony in the English village of Stoke Mandeville the torch made its way through the Channel Tunnel getting the ball rolling on a new fortnight of celebration across France the Paralympic Torch Relay embarked on its tour of the first 12 host cities along the perimeter of the country The arrival of the torch reignited the popular fervour for the Games with just three days until the Paralympic Games Opening Ceremony The Paralympic torch set out from the English port town of Folkestone and dipped into the Channel Tunnel escorted by a guard of honour of 24 British torchbearers who had lit the flame in Stoke Mandeville the day before passed the torch to the captain of this team relay a Paralympic gold medallist in Tokyo 2020 and bronze winner in Rio 2016 Joining him on this undersea leg were the Para judoka Ian Rose and the Para canoeist Ian Marsden Picture by Paris 2024 / Alex Fadel / Digital Video24 French torchbearers awaited their British counterparts halfway between France and England a great-granddaughter of Sir Ludwig Guttmann the founder of the Paralympic movement and the inaugural Paralympic Games a bronze medallist in Wheelchair fencing in Athens 2004 extracted the torch from its bespoke Louis Vuitton case for a torch kiss representing the ties of friendship that bind the two countries The 24 French relay runners resumed their journey towards French shores the President of the French Paralympic and Sports Committee stood ready to witness their historic arrival spreading to the far corners of France to bring its magic to the French masses The spirit of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games now illuminates France thanks to these 12 torches the department where the torch first touched French soil the relay blazed through the streets of Calais Other torches lit up the heart of Valenciennes in Nord and the architectural heritage of Rouen in Seine-Maritime the torch hugged the Mediterranean coast in Antibes/Juan-les-Pins as well as Place de la ComĂ©die in Montpellier and the pilgrimage town of Lourdes the torches energised Place NapolĂ©on in La-Roche-sur-Yon the harbour of Lorient in Morbihan and the shores of Saint-Malo in Ille-et-Vilaine and the shores of Lake Geneva in Thonon-les-Bains Picture by Paris 2024 / Alex Fadel / Digital VideoTowns and cities came alive with the Torch Festival This amazing celebration for locals featured a host of activities and para-sport taster sessions organised by local authorities and the French Paralympic Committee alongside the relay The highlight of the day came when the crowds cheered as the final runner ignited the Cauldron in a jubilant atmosphere a thirteenth torch sparkled in the French capital This one took part in ceremonies commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Paris in Place Denfert-Rochereau where a team relay of five torchbearers representing the five towns and cities honoured as Companions of the Liberation the torch will visit the Rock en Seine festival tonight blending music and sport as part of the Cultural Olympiad Festival-goers can see the flame from 9:30 pm on the main stage escorted by two torchbearers deeply rooted in French culture: the DJ Barbara Butch and the filmmaker Marjane Satrapi alongside the Para judoka HĂ©lios Latchoumanaya Picture by Paris 2024 / HervĂ© Tallon / Digital VideoAll the information about the Paralympic Torch Relay The French Paralympic Committee orchestrated a team relay featuring 24 young para-athletes in the streets of Antibes/Juan-Les-Pins this team relay showcased future stars of the French Paralympic team and inspiring ambassadors for the para-sport movement a decorated Boccia athlete who is resilience and resolve made flesh Alongside her were the Para swimmer MaĂ«lys DrĂ©an a seven-time Global Games world champion; the Para skier AurĂ©lie Richard a Crystal Globe winner in downhill; and Arthur Bellitto the fourth-best performer ever in the 800-metre category The people of Antibes clapped as the captain and her team lit the Torch Festival Cauldron together The inaugural day of the relay saw more than 360 Paralympic torchbearers traverse France Among them were iconic Para swimmers such as BĂ©atrice Hess (26 Paralympic medals) in Strasbourg RaphaĂ«l Dutay (a multiple-time European champion and 2017 champion) in Antibes/Juan-les-Pins and Charles Rozoy (a London 2012 Paralympic bronze medallist) in Saint-Malo fresh from her silver medal win at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games The snowboarder Paul-Henri De Le Rue (a Turin 2006 bronze medallist) carried the torch in Lourdes where the FC Lourdes footballer Johana Vahe ignited the cauldron at the end of the day Picture by Paris 2024 / François Daburon / Digital VideoOther para-sport disciplines shone through today's torchbearers Para athletics was represented by champions such as Heinrich Popow (seven Paralympic titles) and Michel Munsch (a four-time French champion) The Para table tennis stars Olivier Chateigner (a Sydney 2000 gold medallist and Athens 2004 silver medallist) and Edgar Empis ignited the Cauldrons in La-Roche-sur-Yon and Rouen with Marie-Sarah BarrĂ©-Ruellan carrying the torch Picture by Paris 2024 / Gabriel Gauffre / Digital VideoThe Para sailing champion Damien Seguin received a rapturous reception in his home town of Lorient which throws its weight behind sports inclusion a former goalkeeper for the French national powerchair football team The Boccia champion Dorian Decarme in Calais the marathoner Roselyne Leleu in Valenciennes the SC Schiltigheim Blind football player Lireille Loeffler in Strasbourg the Para skier Denis Bardet in Thonon-les-Bains and the president of the organisation Sport AdaptĂ© de la CĂŽte d'Emeraude in Saint-Malo also lit the fire in their relay cities Tomorrow promises to be every bit as thrilling as each torch continues its journey through 14 new towns and cities A perfect opportunity for more people in France to experience the excitement of the relay and the magic of the Paralympic Games Watch the highlights of the 1st day of the Paralympic Torch Relay for the Paralympic Games Paris 2024 SD Aviation (La Roche-sur-Yon) has taken delivery of its first Cessna Citation M2 Gen2 SD Aviation's fleet also comprises two Citation Mustangs, one Citation Ultra, two Embraer Phenom 100s, and one Phenom 300, as well as one PC-12 turboprop. 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All rights reserved. © Christian RichtersThis project was previously featured as In Progress where you can see some more photographs of the construction process You'll now receive updates based on what you follow Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors If you have done all of this and still can't find the email The new Brand Launches With an Immediate Footprint of 12 Committed Hotels Around the World Accor today announced a new addition to the Group's network of brands: Handwritten Collection Accor already has over 110 Handwritten leads globally totaling more than 11,500 rooms with five properties expected to debut throughout the first trimester of 2023 Handwritten Collection properties opening over the next several months include Hotel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental Australia; and Le Splendid Hotel Lac d'Annecy Additional properties will open throughout the remainder of the year and beyond including Hotel Les Capitouls Toulouse Centre Estonia; Square Lodge Hotel La Roche sur Yon Handwritten Collection in La Roche-sur-Yon Vietnam; Paris Montmartre Sacré Coeur The Handwritten Collection portfolio is expected to reach more than 250 hotels by 2030 "Handwritten Collection enriches Accor's offering in the 'collection brands' segment with a curated selection of hotels that exhibit charming and one-of-a-kind concepts beyond delivering a truly authentic guest experience is to support the growing number of independent and boutique hotel owners looking to boost their global profile connect with more audiences and grow their revenue without losing their identity," said Alex Schellenberger "The hotels we will feature in Handwritten Collection are those sought out by travelers who appreciate heartwarming travel experiences and a twist on traditional hospitality as well as by hoteliers who cherish the unique personality of their properties while desiring the benefits that come with a leading global partner." Handwritten Collection offers a variety of hotels that are so distinct it's as if each local hotelier were inviting guests into their charming and stylish homes The guest experience at Handwritten Collection brings to life the spirit of the host: their tastes their passions and the little quirks of their personality Each local hotelier provides a charming presence that weaves their character and personality into the fabric of their hotel engaging guests with local wisdom and delightful conversation bringing a personalized energy to the guest experience "The manner in which each host interacts with their guests is thoughtfully considered and brings to life their own personal passions," added Caroline Bénard "Whether in a social setting or the privacy of a guest's room there will be moments of storytelling and engagement that create a genuine connection This rapport between host and guest contributes to a more meaningful and memorable stay experience.' The Handwritten Collection is also designed with the needs of independent hotel owners in mind the bulk of properties joining Handwritten Collection will be conversion projects rather than new builds requiring a simpler transition and ramp up process and a more sustainable growth and development model The brand's standards are designed to be flexible Handwritten Collection provides direct ROI and the opportunity for owners to maximize revenue with immediate access to the power and reach of Accor's sales while also benefiting from the Group's environmental Accor signed on average globally more than one hotel per day and opened nearly one hotel per day We aim to continue this growth by anticipating the needs of our guests and aligning with the investment criteria of our partners and owners Independent hotels are increasingly seeking the strength of Accor's powerful sales distribution and loyalty platform to increase their revenue and assist them in optimizing their costs whilst retaining their own distinctive personality and offering a highly qualitative product Handwritten Collection offers them an ideal solution providing the option for a franchise contract and a flexible and cost-effective level of investment We look forward to working collaboratively with owners and partners and welcoming additional hotels from around the world into this outstanding collection With over 110 properties and 11,500 rooms in negotiation to become part of Handwritten Collection we aim to have over 250 properties by 2030," said Camil Yazbeck Hotel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental has over 124,000 square meters of landscaped gardens including an outdoor beach pool for an unforgettable urban resort experience Opening as the first Handwritten Collection hotel the property offers a dedicated service team to set up and manage tea breaks and create bespoke dining experiences for guests Le Saint Gervais Hotel & Spa combines the spirit of the art nouveau movement with contemporary tastes bringing to life the beauty of a historic home Ottoman culture will also come to life throughout the guest experience in elements such as a library corner Turkish coffee and herbal tea infusions available in the spa Located on the bank of Swan River next to Kings Park and just minutes from Perth's central business district Guests will enjoy this stylish home base from which to explore a vibrant city known for its endless sunshine and pristine beaches Housed within a striking Italian Renaissance styled building the 82-bed Hotel Morris reopens as part of the Handwritten Collection after a major restoration intertwining European elegance with Australian character Splendid Hotel offers unique Art Deco characteristics with a touch of 1950s modernity within its architecture The hotel's decor from renowned Designer Thierry D'Istria is complemented by a selection of eclectic artwork In the heart of the city's historic center the Hotel Les Capitouls Toulouse Center invites guests to discover its charming and warm-hearted atmosphere Originally built as a historic private mansion this hotel elegantly combines the charm of the Toulouse brick vaults with modern comforts and new sustainable design elements Located in the center of Tallinn in the historic old town and a short drive to the coast Oru Hub Hotel boasts Yoga facilities and a Tea Room the hotel will launch a new guest experience concept combining leisure With a typical Parisian facade and boasting intimate and cozy rooms the Paris Montmartre Sacré Coeur is located a few minutes walk from Sacré-Coeur basilica and the cobbled streets of the beautiful Montmartre neighborhood The hotel will serve as an ideal base to explore France's capital and all it has to offer With a plan to grow the collection to 250 properties by 2030 Accor is actively seeking new properties to be part of Handwritten Collection in popular travel destinations across the globe *Property name may change prior to opening Click here to join your colleagues and stay up to date on the latest hotel news and trends Copyright © Hotel News Resource & Nevistas | All rights reserved You don't have permission to access the page you requested What is this page?The website you are visiting is protected.For security reasons this page cannot be displayed Currently director of the cinema department at the École cantonale d’art de Lausanne (ECAL) director of the GrĂŒtli Cinemas in Geneva and cinema curator at the Fondazione Prada in Milan Paolo Moretti was general delegate of the Directors’ Fortnight the parallel selection of the Festival de Cannes He worked for numerous film festivals and institutions in Europe including the Centre Pompidou and CinĂ©ma du RĂ©el in Paris the Leeds International Film Festival and the Portuguese Cinematheque in Lisbon he was programming advisor and chief assistant to the director of the Venice Film Festival Between 2014 and 2019 he directed the La Roche-sur-Yon International Film Festival and was a member of the selection committees of the FIDMarseille and Visions du RĂ©el festivals Find all the news of the Festival de Cannes who recently finished the Acropolis Museum The Michelin Group informed the 619 employees at its tyre production facility in La Roche-sur-Yon France this morning that it will close the site by the end of next year employees working in roles related to the supply of rubber mixed to the La Roche-sur-Yon site The announcement provides confirmation that the ‘Skipper’ project which aimed to support activities in La Roche-sur-Yon with the help of a 70-million-euro investment Michelin says the plant is no longer viable as the premium truck tyre market has undergone a structural change The tyre maker anticipates no growth within this market segment in Europe as well as continued intense competition and a constantly growing “entry-level brand” segment Michelin states that it will “give each employee concerned the opportunity to stay in the company in France.” Its favoured approach is voluntary mobility and the tyre maker states that it will be possible to “offer each employee several positions in the Group’s other sites in France.” This measure will be supported by early retirement programmes and assistance for careers outside the company Beyond its legal obligations in terms of revitalisation Michelin says it is committed to setting up in the coming weeks an “innovative initiative to transform the site,” allowing for the development of sustainable activities which will serve the interests of the local area Michelin will propose to trade unions and all the public and private stakeholders in the region to take part in this Michelin Group-supported project To finance measures related to the plant’s closure the Michelin Group will record a provision of approximately 120 million euros in non-recurring expenses in its consolidated financial statements as of 31 December 2019 If you would like the latest news from the Chinese tyre industry in Chinese, visit our partner site TyrepressChina.com A French court’s ban on a nativity scene in a town hall in order to preserve France’s secular traditions has triggered a fierce backlash “Why not ban Christmas and the public holidays that go with it?” thundered Le Parisien on Sunday Its headline read: “Spare us a nativity war.” According to the newspaper 86% of more than 12,000 readers surveyed were in favour of keeping nativity scenes in public places The court in Nantes ordered regional authorities in the western town of La Roche-sur-Yon to remove the crib from its building’s entrance hall, after a complaint from the secular campaign group FĂ©dĂ©ration Nationale de la Libre PensĂ©e The council is appealing against the decision with the support of national politicians including the Front National leader Marine Le Pen who described it as “stupid and blinkered secularism” issued a statement saying: “Next we’ll be banning epiphany cakes at the ÉlysĂ©e Palace.” The Nantes tribunal invoked a 1905 law that enshrines the separation of state and church But other town halls are fighting similar decisions is refusing to dismantle a crib in the town hall in defiance of a letter from the prefect ordering him to respect the constitutional and legislative principles guaranteeing secularism where a nativity scene has been set up in the town hall gardens for the past 10 years The controversy comes as the government is anxious not to be seen as discriminating against only Muslims, who have been banned from wearing burqas or niqabs in public But critics say the government is leaning too far the other way to protect the country’s secular traditions an outspoken deputy with the centre-right UMP party said “secularism must not kill our country claimed the upholding of France’s religious “neutrality” had become an increasingly aggressive and repressive secularism affecting Islam “The anti-Islamic climate is causing a crackdown on other religions,” he told Le Nouvel Observateur weekly magazine and “cribs are a religious symbol that has no place in a public space.” France is struggling to contain sectarian tensions speaking after the brutal robbery of a Jewish couple in a Paris suburb last week announced on Sunday that the fight against racism and antisemitism would be a “national cause” The VendĂ©e region has the ambition to install and develop a renewable green hydrogen sector in its territory It was one of the pioneers in that direction The collaboration with the SYDEV in the framework of a public contract is an integral part of the development of Lhyfe as this actor supported our project from the beginning As a pioneer in establishing the first production site in Lhyfe the two players are now working together to develop hydrogen uses in the region If the first stage is a hydrogen gas station at La Roche sur Yon ready to deliver 200kg of hydrogen per day All the hydrogen is supplied by the Lhyfe Bouin production unit It is directly connected to the wind power production of VendĂ©e Energie SYDEV is developing a green and local energy mix to offer the people of the VendĂ©e the choice of clean energy Green hydrogen is an essential vector of the energy transition complementary to other alternative energies such as biogas and renewable electricity Convinced of the relevance of Lhyfe’s solution SYDEV supported the project and acted to quickly federate several partners in the Loire region develop a green hydrogen industry in the Loire region and build the first industrial production site in the VendĂ©e region powered directly by the wind turbines of VendĂ©e Energie Although the multi-energy distribution station in La Roche-sur-Yon is the concrete expression of a new energy paradigm for mobility in the VendĂ©e it is nevertheless only the beginning of a much more ambitious project for the whole department because we are convinced that territorial coverage is the key Distance between the Bouin and La Roche sur Yon refuelling stations Distance between the Bouin and Saint-Gilles-Croix-de-Vie refuelling stations Distance between the Bouin and Sables d’Olonne refuelling stations Quantity of hydrogen that the La Roche sur Yon station can deliver per day The first industrial green hydrogen production site worldwide to be interconnected with a wind farm aims to deploy a completely green hydrogen fuel chain Lidl is proud to open the first green hydrogen logistics platform in Europe in Carquefou Toutes les informations obligatoires sont nĂ©cessaires Ă  Lhyfe, en tant que responsable de traitement, pour traiter votre demande et vous recontacter. Pour plus d'information vous pouvez consulter notre Politique de confidentialitĂ© Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Copyright © 2018 CGTN. Beijing ICP prepared NO.16065310-3 The French city of Les Sables d’Olonne ordered two Caetano H2.City Gold the fuel cell bus from CaetanoBus with Toyota technology The H2.City Gold is a standard low-floor lightweight bus with a 3-door aluminum body The vehicle is equipped with a Toyota fuel cell with a nominal power of 60 kW The French city of Les Sables d’Olonne ordered two Caetano H2.City Gold, the fuel cell bus from CaetanoBus with Toyota technology an LTO battery with a capacity of 44 kWh from the French supplier Forsee Power and a Siemens powertrain with a peak power of 180 kW The energy efficiency of H2.City Gold is recognized by all operations with Caetano H2 fleet as having the lowest H2 consumption of the segment CaetanoBus launched the H2.City Gold since 2020 and in operation in various European cities most of them to German market..The vehicle is the result of a partnership between Toyota and Caetano which was the first company in Europe to use the Japanese Fuel Cell technology This is an important moment for CaetanoBus as France is a key and strategic market Caetano was already awarded the supply two H2.City Gold units to RATP DEV in La Roche-Sur-Yon and now with this order the brand increases its presence in France © Copyright 2012 - 2025 | Vado e Torno Edizioni | All rights reserved | P.I Place Napoleon in Coleraine’s twin town of La Roche-sur-Yon THE body responsible for preserving links between Coleraine and its French twin town has accused the council of showing ‘a total lack of interest.’ And with counterparts in France preparing exchange visits later this year the Coleraine Twinning Association has advised the council its members have ‘ceased activities.’ because the move effectively leads to Coleraine's withdrawal from its Twinning Charter Last year marked the 40th anniversary of Coleraine's twinning with La Roche-sur-Yon in the VendĂ©e region of western France Share your opinions on Alpha Newspaper Group Stay connected to us to get the latest news and updates Handwritten Collection is a brand by AccorAccor operates 43 brands https://group.accor.com/en © Stéphane ChalmeauArchitectural project In a very present landscaped green setting reinterpretating a traditional technique in a contemporary and innovative way that entirely covers both walls and roof of the building The competition renderings dispay the natural aging of the material fading to grey tones and shades changing as the seasons pass by As a compact shape would have vied with Mr Durand’s mansion surrounding it and spreading on the site without overthrowing the natural order Solid raw chestnut tree trunks also confuse the overall image of the mimetic project a ‘new geography’ completing the natural scenography Making the building rise up the ground allows the biodiversity to stay in place and minimizes the impact of foundation works The project slowly lifts up to unveil the pond hosting frogs and herons The technical facilities annex is painted black and houses lockerrooms and a wood-fired boiler A pedagogical greenhouse stands next to it at the entrance of the site We’re sorry, this feature is currently unavailable. We’re working to restore it. Please try again later. Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. La Roche Sur Yon, France - Never one to take a loss lightly, Lleyton Hewitt was feeling more aggrieved than usual after his Davis Cup defeat due to what he considered a "ridiculous" drug testing situation. Hewitt blasted the International Tennis Federation (ITF) after the second day of the World Group tie against France in La Roche sur Yon over what he said was poorly-timed and excessive doping control. Lleyton Hewitt was previously unbeaten when paired with Chris Guccione in the Davis Cup.Credit: Reuters The Australian veteran was delayed to his post-match press conference by more than two hours and, when he finally arrived, he revealed his disgust at the situation. "To have to hang around here for three hours after the match and keep all you guys waiting and us waiting, it's mind boggling," Hewitt said. "I've never had to to do it like this in my life. "I've done a few in my time but I've never had to go (urinate) three or four times and keep going all night." While France's players were also put through testing, Hewitt questioned the timing with a day still to play. He also said youngsters Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis had to take tests just before he went on court with Chris Guccione for Saturday's doubles. "They weren't allowed to watch the start of the match which is just a joke as well," Hewitt said. "The ITF have to take a good look at things. It's ridiculous." Australian captain Pat Rafter added: "It would be interesting if there was a live rubber tomorrow." The cagey Hewitt was certainly in no mood to answer questions about his future. I've done a few in my time but I've never had to go (urinate) three or four times and keep going all night. Hewitt has indicated he will play on for at least the rest of this year but asked whether he definitely intended to be part of the World Group playoffs in September he answered sarcastically: "Oh no, that's it now, I'm not playing again." Rafter intervened: "I was interested in that question too .... You'll be there." Hewitt also fired a sarcastic answer at a television reporter asking about whether there were positives for the future in Australia's loss to France. "Oh no, it looks terrible, the future," Hewitt said. La Roche Sur Yon, France - Never one to take a loss lightly, Lleyton Hewitt was feeling more aggrieved than usual after his Davis Cup defeat due to what he considered a \\\"ridiculous\\\" drug testing situation. \\\"To have to hang around here for three hours after the match and keep all you guys waiting and us waiting, it's mind boggling,\\\" Hewitt said. \\\"I've never had to to do it like this in my life. \\\"I've done a few in my time but I've never had to go (urinate) three or four times and keep going all night.\\\" While France's players were also put through testing, Hewitt questioned the timing with a day still to play. He also said youngsters Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis had to take tests just before he went on court with Chris Guccione for Saturday's doubles. \\\"They weren't allowed to watch the start of the match which is just a joke as well,\\\" Hewitt said. \\\"The ITF have to take a good look at things. It's ridiculous.\\\" Australian captain Pat Rafter added: \\\"It would be interesting if there was a live rubber tomorrow.\\\" Hewitt has indicated he will play on for at least the rest of this year but asked whether he definitely intended to be part of the World Group playoffs in September he answered sarcastically: \\\"Oh no, that's it now, I'm not playing again.\\\" Rafter intervened: \\\"I was interested in that question too .... You'll be there.\\\" Hewitt also fired a sarcastic answer at a television reporter asking about whether there were positives for the future in Australia's loss to France. \\\"Oh no, it looks terrible, the future,\\\" Hewitt said. This Page Has Washed AwayLooks like this page has disappeared with the tide — perhaps it’s buried in the sand at Vazon or drifting off Petit Port!