which is moving forward with a massive cycling network that is already transforming how city residents move throughout the city and now the entire region is getting in on the act with Réseau Vélo Île-de-France (VIF) As urban congestion reaches a tipping point and public transport systems strain under the weight […] First it was Paris, which is moving forward with a massive cycling network that is already transforming how city residents move throughout the city As urban congestion reaches a tipping point and public transport systems strain under the weight of growing demand, the Île-de-France region is moving forward with a comprehensive network of dedicated bicycle paths and lanes spanning 750 kilometers. Known as the Réseau Vélo Île-de-France (VIF) this ambitious project aims to revolutionize cycling by providing safe and efficient routes throughout the region Originally conceived in 2019 by the Île-de-France Cycling Collective the VIF initiative represents a collaborative effort to address the pressing need for enhanced cycling infrastructure With an investment of 500 million euros pledged by regional authorities this groundbreaking project is poised to become the largest express bicycle network globally By integrating cycling pathways with existing public transport corridors the VIF seeks to provide commuters with a seamless and sustainable mode of travel Map of new bicycle network surrounding Paris The heart of the VIF project lies in its commitment to safety and accessibility Recognizing the inherent risks faced by cyclists in urban environments particularly in bustling cities such as Paris the initiative prioritizes the creation of continuous and secure cycling facilities scheduled for completion between 2025 and 2030 will feature clearly marked routes inspired by the familiar color-coded systems of public transport networks One of the most eagerly anticipated routes is Line V2 which will offer cyclists a direct connection between Charles de Gaulle Airport and Vélizy-Villacoublay this ambitious project aims to provide eco-conscious travelers with a sustainable alternative to traditional modes of airport transportation The VIF initiative represents a significant step forward in promoting cycling as a viable means of transportation in Île-de-France By offering cyclists safe and convenient routes and enhance the overall quality of life for residents across the region As construction progresses and new routes come online the VIF promises to transform the way people move within and between urban centers ushering in a new era of sustainable mobility in Île-de-France Find inspiration in our Gear Guide that will keep you out on your bike through wind or rain 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follow him on Twitter @DavidBrennan100 either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content The early-morning rush hour in the eastern Chinese city of Yantai become a scene of carnage Monday as a man went on a rampage with a forklift truck Police eventually shot the man dead after he killed one bystander and injured at least 10 others in the coastal city, which is some 320 miles southeast of Beijing, the South China Morning Post reported close to a busy bus terminal near the center of the city Police officers tried several different methods to stop the vehicle before resorting to lethal force Local authorities said the decision was taken to "protect the safety of the people and their property." The driver was identified as 45-year-old Wang Zhihua originally from the northeastern city of Suihua Police have not provided any more details on his background or a possible motive for the attack Video footage captured by onlookers showed Wang crashing his blue forklift into cars and pushing them along the road One car was lifted into the air and carried around 55 yards before being smashed down on a row of parked vehicles Other drivers could be seen frantically trying to get out of Wang's way as he careered down the street A pedestrian attempted to stop the destruction by throwing stones at Wang but the out-of-control forklift continued until police opened fire At least five shots could be heard as officers shot Wang dead The grocer told the Post that Wang had a "pretty good life" and "looked pretty normal when he came here with his wife to do his shopping." Wang and his wife had apparently been living in Yantai for 20 years Zhang said the couple ran a forklift truck business with five or six vehicles and owned an apartment nearby The grocer speculated that Wang may have suffered "a mental lapse" before going on his rampage Another witness was working at a vehicle repair shop close to where the incident occurred. He said that at one point, the forklift ran into a police motorcycle and the officer riding it leaped to safety just in time The witness said police tried to talk to Wang but he ignored them and continued to damage other cars and injure bystanders Police say the investigation into Wang's rampage is ongoing Newsweek is committed to challenging conventional wisdom and finding connections in the search for common ground Newsletters in your inbox See all Here is the 'Le Monde' music team's selection of the best classical rock and world music festivals taking place across France this summer Poster from the Métis Plaine Commune festival METIS-PLAINECOMMUNE.COM This free open-air festival has an eclectic mix on offer including some acts aimed at younger audiences there's a version of Vivaldi's Four Seasons mixed with hip-hop (Concert de La Loge/Julien Chauvin and dancers from Mourad Merzouki's Compagnie Käfig; July 7 at Point Fort comes the female Catalan quintet Maruja Limón bringing together flamenco and Latin American rhythms (who made a strong impression at the last "Transmusicales" festival in Rennes) followed by a carte blanche for the Malian singer Fatoumata Diawara the French-Syrian flutist and singer Naïssam Jalal performs with the Orchestre Symphonique Divertimento one of the most outstanding voices of Raï music today along with the group Mazalda and the powerful electric oud player Mehdi Haddab enjoy relaxed vocals from Franco-Greek singer Dafné Kritharas who will sing while moving along the Canal de l’Ourcq You have 86.86% of this article left to read Flora Gendrault © Shutterstock - Here NowUne rixe entre plusieurs personnes a éclaté ce lundi 4 novembre au matin dans le RER E à Ozoir-la-Ferrière (Seine-et-Marne) La police dénombre quatre blessés les individus impliqués sont actuellement recherchés.  🇫🇷 FLASH | Une bagarre a éclaté dans le RER E ce matin en gare d'Ozoir-la-Férrière. 4 personnes ont été blessées à coups de haches. Parmi elles, 2 blessés graves : l'une a la main tranchée et l'autre a le crâne ouvert. pic.twitter.com/ILUW0gNQU0 Toujours d’après la police, les faits se sont déroulés aux alentours de 8 heures. Plusieurs personnes y ont participé, sans que l’on connaisse leur nombre exact ; on sait seulement que des mineurs sont impliqués. Interrogé par BFMTV porte-parole Île-de-France du syndicat de police UN1TE a évoqué l'âge des victimes c'est l'âge des victimes (...) ce sont des individus extrêmement jeunes qui d'après les descriptions ont l'âge de collégiens » Quatre blessés sont dénombrés dont deux graves : une des victimes a eu la main tranchée et une autre le crâne ouvert à coups de hache.  La bagarre a eu lieu alors que le train était à quai de sorte que « ni le trafic du RER E ni celui de la gare n’est impacté » les circonstances exactes des faits restent inconnues Les pompiers et la police sont sur place.  Bagarre dans le RER E: "Les individus sont extrêmement jeunes" assure le porte-parole du syndicat de police UN1TÉ pic.twitter.com/1Ph05LOjuH