A medieval statue of the Virgin Mary and Child, known as "The Virgin of Paris," returned to Notre Dame Cathedral, five years after surviving a devastating fire.
As Notre Dame gears up to reopen its doors, Paris is on the verge of a remarkable eco-revival, bringing nature back to the forefront of the City of Lights.
For Australian breaker Rachael Gunn, first came her polarizing performance at the Olympics, then her panic when she was chased through the streets of Paris.
Just weeks after hosting the Olympics, the summer of sports in Paris begins its final chapter Wednesday with the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games.
