Since France is not made to withstand such extreme hot weather and does not have widespread air conditioning, life is severely impacted. Over 40 people have died due to drowning over the last week, as people turned to swimming in hopes of finding relief from a scorching heat wave.

Heatwave in France proves deadly as 40 drown; Eiffel Tower, Louvre close early

Paris’ Most Famous Landmark, The Eiffel Tower, Is Facing A Severe Financial Crisis. According To France’s Top Audit Office, The Tower Recorded A Loss Of Approximately 8.5 Million Euros Last Year, With Deficits Projected To Balloon To 31 Million Euros By 2031. What’s Causing This Financial Trouble For One Of The World’s Most Iconic Tourist Destinations? Watch To Find Out.

France’s Iconic Eiffel Tower Sinks Deeper Into Debt

A 77-year-old retired metalworker Jean-Claude Fassler from the Alsace region, built a replica of the Eiffel Tower, using original plans of the Eiffel Tower, during the assembly of its parts after eight years of meticulous craftsmanship, in Sainte-Croix-aux-Mines, France, August 26, 2025.


Retired Metalworker Constructs Eiffel Tower Replica in His Back Garden | WION

France: Eiffel Tower fan builds scale replica in his back garden 

This is not the first time someone has tried parachuting off the Eiffel Tower. In August 2023, a man was arrested for jumping off France’s tallest skyscraper.

Parachuting off Eiffel Tower? Two men arrested for performing stunt at French monument

Chinese politician said, spanning the "Earth's crack" will show China's engineering skills, boosting Guizhou's goal of becoming world-class tourist destination. World

China to open world's tallest bridge: Highest bungee jump to lesser travel time | Here's all you need to know

A Dutch modest fashion brand, Merrachi, is facing backlash after its latest hijab ad featured the Eiffel Tower, sparking controversy in France. The bold campaign appears to challenge France’s strict hijab laws, leading to heated debates and calls to ban the brand. While some applaud the message, others see it as provocative.

Dutch fashion brand sparks controversy over hijab advertisement in France

World |  Trending | The animated video by the Merrachi was published on TikTok this week with the text: “The French government hates to see Merrachi coming,” hinting at a launch soon in the country.

WATCH | Clothing brand’s ad featuring Eiffel Tower in hijab sparks debate in France

Here are the top 10 news stories from across the world.



Top 10 world news: 5 Indian Army soldiers killed in J&K; US flights resumed after technical glitch, and more

A fire broke out in Paris's most famous tourist attraction, the Eiffel Tower, on Tuesday (Dec 24). Emergency services were reported on the scene, with thousands of visitors being evacuated. According to French media, a fire broke out in the elevator shaft between the first and second floors. 

 



Fire breaks out in Eiffel Tower, thousands evacuated: Report

A Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office spokesperson in a statement on Monday said, "While the UK respects Pakistan's sovereignty over its legal proceedings, trying civilians in military courts lacks transparency, independent scrutiny and undermines the right to a fair trial."



'Trying civilians lacks transparency': US, UK slam Pakistan for sentencing civilians

On Tuesday (Dec 24), five Indian Army soldiers were killed in a vehicle accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch area. In a post on X, the White Knight Corps of the army said that the accident occurred during operational duty in Poonch.

Around 1,200 people were evacuated after a fire alarm buzzed due to a short circuit in France's most attractive tourist place, the Eiffel Tower, on Tuesday (Dec 24).

Following the sentencing of 25 people by a military court in Pakistan's Islamabad, the UK expressed concerns and emphasised the lack of "independent scrutiny and transparency" in such proceedings.

Paris mayor Anne Hidalgo has sparked a heated argument by saying she would like to leave the Olympic rings on the Eiffel Tower even after the summer games are over.

Paris mayor wants the Olympic rings to be part of Eiffel Tower permanently

In a potential security concern hours before the Paris Olympics 2024 closing ceremony on Sunday, (Aug 11), the police evacuated the area around the iconic Eiffel tower.

Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony: Security scare prompts evacuation after man climbs Eiffel Tower - WATCH

A historic boat parade down the River Seine launched the Paris Olympics with spectacular French flair Friday, as the City of Light welcomed the world's greatest athletes for a sporting extravaganza.

A historic river parade, Celine Dion performance and Eiffel Tower light show embark Paris Olympics 2024

Here, we bring you the news that is trending across WION's social media platforms: - Eiffel Tower's ticket prices soar by 20% - Celebs flock Taylor Swift's 'Era Tour' - 'Dreamscrolling' captivates Americans

Eiffel Tower's ticket prices soar by 20% | Celebs flock Taylor Swift's 'Era Tour'

Since June 17, Eiffel Tower's ticket rates have been raised by almost 20 per cent to help offset the strain of the ever-rising maintenance costs. Adults who used to just have to pay €29.

Eiffel Tower ticket prices soar 20%: Here's the new costs and reasons behind the hike

France is investigating suspected Russian interference after five full-sized coffins covered with the French tricolour were found at the Eiffel Tower over the weekend.

Russian interference suspected after coffins covered in French tricolour found near Eiffel Tower

The iconic Parisian monument, the Eiffel Tower, on Sunday (Feb 25) is set to be reopened for visitors following a six-day closure due to strikes. The Eiffel Tower which witnesses thousands of visitors every day and is typically open 365 days a year has been closed for nearly a week, after workers went on a strike in a dispute over the way the tower was managed.

Eiffel Tower reopens after six-day closure due to workers’ strike

France's Eiffel Tower that had been closed for five days by a strike will reopen Sunday (Feb 25) after the monument's management announced a deal had been struck with unions.

Eiffel Tower to reopen Sunday as strike ends

The Eiffel Tower, one of the world's top tourist attractions, was closed Monday (Feb 19) after staff went on strike, unions told AFP. The strike, which was called to protest over the way the monument is managed financially, could be extended, they said.

Paris's Eiffel Tower faces closure over staff strike

Richard Plaud may not be able to set a world record after spending years building the Eiffel Tower with 700K matchsticks. Richard Plaud's ambition to create the highest matchstick sculpture in history was dashed for using wrong matches.

Man denied World Record for Eiffel Tower made of 700k matchsticks due to wrong matches

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Heatwave in France proves deadly as 40 drown; Eiffel Tower, Louvre close early

France’s Iconic Eiffel Tower Sinks Deeper Into Debt

Retired Metalworker Constructs Eiffel Tower Replica in His Back Garden | WION

France: Eiffel Tower fan builds scale replica in his back garden

Parachuting off Eiffel Tower? Two men arrested for performing stunt at monument

China to open world's tallest bridge: Highest bungee jump to lesser travel time | Here's all you need to know

Dutch fashion brand sparks controversy over hijab advertisement in France

WATCH | Clothing brand’s ad featuring Eiffel Tower in hijab sparks debate in France

Top 10 world news: 5 Indian Army soldiers killed in J&K; US flights resumed after technical glitch, and more

Fire breaks out in Eiffel Tower, thousands evacuated: Report

'Trying civilians lacks transparency': US, UK slam Pakistan for sentencing civilians

Top 10 world news: 5 Indian Army soldiers killed in J&K; US flights resumed after technical glitch, and more

Fire breaks out in Eiffel Tower, thousands evacuated: Report

'Trying civilians lacks transparency': US, UK slam Pakistan for sentencing civilians

Paris mayor wants the Olympic rings to be part of Eiffel Tower permanently

Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony: Security scare prompts evacuation after man climbs Eiffel Tower - WATCH

A historic river parade, Celine Dion performance and Eiffel Tower light show embark Paris Olympics 2024

Eiffel Tower's ticket prices soar by 20% | Celebs flock Taylor Swift's 'Era Tour'

Eiffel Tower ticket prices soar 20%: Here's the new costs and reasons behind the hike

Russian interference suspected after coffins covered in French tricolour found near Eiffel Tower

Eiffel Tower reopens after six-day closure due to workers’ strike

Eiffel Tower to reopen Sunday as strike ends

Paris's Eiffel Tower faces closure over staff strike

Man denied World Record for Eiffel Tower made of 700k matchsticks due to wrong matches