Stories from Paris · France

Nila Neza Solange, an amputee football player, found value and happiness through the sport.

Scientific studies indicate there is no link between Long Covid and vaccines. Only one known variant of the virus is capable of spreading between people, and even then, it requires very close contact.

Medical experts stated that individuals suffering from long Covid are not contagious. While immunity may decrease over time, symptoms can persist after the acute infection phase. The source confirmed that contagion only occurs during the acute infection stage.

Patients are reporting extreme, permanent exhaustion two months after contracting Covid that is not relieved by rest or sleep. Symptoms also include a collapse in memory and concentration abilities.

A French nuclear-powered aircraft carrier is moving from the Mediterranean to the Red Sea to support freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz following a potential end to hostilities. The movement follows a drop in international oil prices after reports that the United States and Iran were close to a deal. Brent crude oil futures for July delivery closed at $101.27 per barrel on the London ICE exchange, a 7.83% decrease. West Texas Intermediate crude for June delivery closed at $95.08 per barrel on the New York Mercantile Exchange. The deployment aims to enhance security in the region. France has deployed its naval vessel, the "D'Estaing," to the southern Red Sea to enhance regional security and prepare for multinational navigation activities in the Strait of Hormuz. The French Navy has deployed a warship to the Red Sea to bolster regional security.

Actress Helena Bonham Carter has reportedly dropped out of the fourth season of HBO's White Lotus in France. The departure occurred just nine days into production. Variety reports the actress had creative differences with director and creator Mike White.

A judicial decision allows a former head of state to avoid wearing an electronic monitoring bracelet.

An appeals court in Paris granted former French President Nicolas Sarkozy a request to modify his sentence regarding 2012 campaign spending violations. Sarkozy will not be required to wear an electronic monitoring bracelet during his six-month sentence, according to RTL. The court's decision follows a petition for leniency regarding the method of punishment execution. A court has satisfied a motion to soften the method of executing Nicolas Sarkozy's sentence. Sarkozy remained impassive during the sentencing.

An epidemiologist reported that the largest existing cluster consists of 34 people. Detailed examinations are recommended to rule out small lesions early. Traditional Chinese medicine is also being explored for its role and advancements in treating conditions during pregnancy.

Closing arguments from civil party lawyers have concluded in the public funding trial. The prosecution is scheduled to deliver its sentencing recommendations for each defendant next Monday.