NEWS
Flights Cancelled in France - Air travelers faced a series of setbacks due to disruptions in the aviation industry. Initially, a potential strike by air traffic controllers caused anxiety, but relief came when the strike notice was lifted. However, this didn't prevent mass cancellations, with over 2,000 flights in Europe affected on Thursday, even after a last-minute agreement with a French union. Additionally, around 1,000 flights had to divert to avoid French airspace. The impact varied across French airports: Paris-Orly saw 75% cancellations, Roissy-Charles-de-Gaulle 55%, Marseille-Provence 65%, other mainland airports 45%, and Nice 50%. The cancellations and diversions caused significant inconvenience and frustration for passengers.
Stormy Week-end - More thunderstorms and rain are forecast for this weekend in the Var and Alpes-Maritimes. While the exact intensity is unclear, it's sure to be a wet weekend. After earlier storms with rain, thunderstorms, and hail near Nice, the recent calm is set to end. Saturday will start off clear, but will quickly turn cloudy, leading to more showers.
Gipsy Kings in Marseille - Following the serious injury sustained by singer Kendji Girac, the programme of festivities surrounding the Olympic flame scheduled for Friday on the Esplanade de la Major in Marseille has been changed. Instead, Gipsy Kings by André Reyes will be warming up Marseille, which has been swept by a chilling mistral wind for several days. The concert will take place this Friday from 8.30pm to 9.15pm. At 9:15pm, the big lig
