An ancient relic, believed by some to have been placed on Jesus Christ’s head during his crucifixion, has returned to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, five years after being saved from the devastating fire that engulfed the building. The Crown of Thorns, which consists of a circle of rushes encased in a crystal and gold tube, … Read more
The Prince of Wales is set to meet U.S. President-elect Donald Trump during his visit to France for the ceremonial reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris. Prince William will join global leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron, to commemorate the restoration of the iconic landmark, which was severely damaged by a fire five years ago. … Read more
Trump, recently elected to a second term as U.S. president, is set to travel to Paris later this week to attend the reopening of Notre Dame Cathedral on December 7. This marks Donald Trump’s first overseas trip since his re-election last month. Trump’s team and French President Emmanuel Macron’s office have been in talks about … Read more
The world will get its first glimpse of the restored Notre-Dame Cathedral on Friday as French President Emmanuel Macron leads a televised tour celebrating the iconic landmark’s imminent re-opening. Five-and-a-half years after the catastrophic fire of April 2019, the Gothic masterpiece in Paris has undergone a €700m (£582m) renovation, transforming its interior and preserving its … Read more