Paris Dazzles From Space As Olympics Start

Jul 27, 2024 Tanvi Kaushik

The highly anticipated Paris 2024 Olympics began with a grand opening ceremony in France's capital on Friday

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International Space Station shared two stunning photos of Paris illuminated after the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony

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HERE ARE SOME UNIQUE SHOTS FROM THE INTERNATIONAL SPACE STATION

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