Tag: Alps
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IOC Awards 2030 Winter Olympics to the French Alps with Conditions
France has been provisionally chosen to host the 2030 Winter Olympics and Paralympics in the French Alps, a decision announced by the International Olympic Committee (IOC). This selection follows the IOC’s previous support for France’s bid over Switzerland and Sweden in November. The announcement has been met with positivity, including remarks from Emanuel Macron praising…
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Pogacar Nears Third Tour de France Victory After Alpine Triumph
Slovenian cyclist Tadej Pogačar is on the verge of clinching his third Tour de France title after a commanding performance in the Alps. Pogačar’s strategic attack in the final nine kilometers of the penultimate stage allowed him to overtake American rider Matteo Jorgenson, securing his fourth stage win of the race and significantly extending his…
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Torrential Rains in Switzerland and France Leave Three Missing, Villages Cut Off
Severe torrential rains have wreaked havoc in parts of Switzerland and France, resulting in significant damage and the disappearance of three individuals. A small village in the French Alps was particularly affected, with floodwaters transforming it into a riverbed, damaging homes and infrastructure. Similarly, in Switzerland, the famous mountain resort of Zermat was cut off…