Protests & Riots: Why France Is Burning?
A renowned philosopher of the 19th Century, Thomas Jefferson, once said, “When injustice becomes law, resistance becomes duty.” In the same context, France is witnessing a massive wave of violent protests and riots initiated in the wake of the event of the shooting of Nahel Merzouk, a 17-year-old Algerian boy. The reflection of deep-seated grievances within French society can be seen in the form of local unrest which has quickly spread across cities and even small towns of France. These riots and protests have
Why France Is the rudest country?
It has been observed that French people are considered rude by foreigners visiting or residing in France. However, this debate is longstanding and has proponents claiming it to be valid and critics providing counter perspectives. It is important to note that these kinds of adverse perspectives are fueled by cultural differences and misunderstandings among people. This analysis offers a brief yet concise discourse on how various aspects of French culture contribute to this perception of French people being rude. By having a deeper look
Looming Boycott Threats and Paris Olympics 2024
A renowned American Boxer and activist, Muhammad Ali once said, "The role of politics in sports is a complex one, but it is clear that athletes have a responsibility to use their platform to speak out against injustice. Sports can be a powerful force for change, and athletes can play a vital role in making the world a better place." In that context, the upcoming mega event of the Paris Olympics 2024 is facing a significant backlash on the participation of Russian and Belarusian
Paris Olympics 2024 and the Controversy Surrounding AI Surveillance
While France is busy preparing to host the Summer Olympics in 2024, a number of concerns have been raised about significant challenges in terms of peace and security for the overall event. To undermine the volatility in terms of security, the French government announced AI Video Surveillance for the Paris Olympics 2024. However, this has sparked massive controversy and debate among advocates of privacy and human rights watchdogs. The legislation presented by lawmakers allows the use of Algorithmic Video Surveillance (AVS) in any sporting events
Uğur Erdener, Take a Stand: Boycott Paris Olympics 2024 over Racism and Discrimination
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: 7-19-2023 Honorable Uğur Erdener, President Turkish National Olympic Committee Subject: Appealing for an Immediate Boycott: Prioritizing Human Rights against Paris Olympics 2024 Washington DC, USA: The International Olympic Committee has confirmed that France will be hosting the Olympic Games 2024 from July 16 to August 11 next year. As concerned citizens and proponents of fair play and human rights, we write to you our rigorous plea and a call to action. We endeavor to request you, as the Head of National Olympics association, to join
Urgent Appeal to Mihai Covaliu: Boycott Paris 2024 Olympics for Human Rights Violations
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: 7-19-2023 Honorable Mihai Covaliu, President Romanian Olympic and Sports Committee Subject: Appealing for an Immediate Boycott: Prioritizing Human Rights against Paris Olympics 2024 Washington DC, USA: The International Olympic Committee has confirmed that France will be hosting the Olympic Games 2024 from July 16 to August 11 next year. As concerned citizens and proponents of fair play and human rights, we write to you our rigorous plea and a call to action. We endeavor to request you, as the Head of National Olympics association, to
Jürg Stahl Must Boycott Paris Summer Olympics 24
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: 7-19-2023 Honorable Jürg Stahl, President Swiss Olympic Association Subject: Appealing for an Immediate Boycott: Prioritizing Human Rights against Paris Olympics 2024 Washington DC, USA: The International Olympic Committee has confirmed that France will be hosting the Olympic Games 2024 from July 16 to August 11 next year. As concerned citizens and proponents of fair play and human rights, we write to you our rigorous plea and a call to action. We endeavor to request you, as the Head of National Olympics association, to join our
Press Release: Princess Anne Must Boycott Paris Summer Olympics 24
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: 12-7-2023 Honorable Princess Anne, President British Olympic Association Subject: Appealing for an Immediate Boycott: Prioritizing Human Rights against Paris Olympics 2024 Washington DC, USA: The International Olympic Committee has confirmed that France will be hosting the Olympic Games 2024 from July 16 to August 11 next year. As concerned citizens and proponents of fair play and human rights, we write to you our rigorous plea and a call to action. We endeavor to request you, as the Head of National Olympics association, to join our
Rising Riots and Everyday Discrimination in France Amid Paris Olympics 2024
While everyday discrimination is on the rise in France, concerns are mounting about their potential impact on the upcoming Paris Olympics 2024 in the wake of the recent riots in the country. This social unrest particularly caused by the killing of Nahel M, a 17-year-old Algerian boy, by the traffic police, has uncovered the ongoing inhuman acts of racism and Islamophobia prevailing in French society. Some may argue that the repercussions of these ongoing riots on the Paris Olympics 2024 might be uncertain, but due
The Dark Clouds of Corruption Over Paris Olympics 2024
The Olympics have been the subject of numerous corruption allegations, from allegations about how the permissions to host games are awarded to allegations about how certain contracts pertaining to the execution of games are awarded. This time, when Paris is getting ready to host the Olympic Games in 2024, the event is faced with a controversy related to allegations of corruption surrounding the organization in charge of Olympic Infrastructure (i.e., Solideo) and the organizing committee of the Summer Olympics. These accusations have tainted the
