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800,000 expected at French rock icon's Eiffel Tower concert
PARIS (AFP) - Up to 800,000 people were expected at the foot of the Eiffel Tower for a free concert by French rock icon Johnny Hallyday on France's Bastille Day national holiday on Tuesday, police said.
Nations:France People:Johnny Hallyday Elvis Presley Source:(AFP)
2009-07-13
France rebrands itself to keep No. 1 tourism spot
PARIS - With the opulent French Riviera, iconic Eiffel Tower and luscious vineyards, France stands tall and proud as the world's No. 1 travel destination.
Nations:Spain France Source:(AP)
2009-01-08
New rule lifts ban on firearms in national parks
WASHINGTON - People will soon be able to carry concealed, loaded guns in most national parks and wildlife refuges.
Nations:U.S. People:Barack Obama Dianne Feinstein Max Baucus Source:(AP)
2008-12-06
It's easy to have fun in NYC on a budget
NEW YORK - You don't need big bucks to enjoy the Big Apple big time. Travel like a New Yorker on the subway. Eat like a New Yorker on the street. And see the city like a New Yorker by visiting public spaces, landmarks and famous places, many of which can be enjoyed for free. Here are some strategies.
Nations:U.S. Italy People:Stephen Colbert
2008-08-12
Bush soaks in Europe like only a president can
LONDON - Tea at Windsor Castle with Queen Elizabeth II, bike rides in a Paris park and the lush German countryside, a stunning view from a Renaissance villa outside Rome, a rare stroll with the pope in the Vatican's private gardens?
Nations:U.K. France Italy Vatican Germany People:Carla Bruni Nicolas Sarkozy Gordon Brown Angela Merkel George W. Bush Activities:U.S.-Europe Bush Admin.
2008-06-15
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