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Why are green parakeets spotted in Paris and the Île-de-France region?

We hear them as much as we see them: the rose-ringed parakeet is now firmly established in Paris and Île-de-France. Origin, adaptation, population, impact on biodiversity: here’s why these green birds have proliferated in the region.
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Did you know? Paris's green parakeets are believed to have arrived via Orly and Roissy airports.

These green birds that can be spotted in the parks of Paris and the Île-de-France region are ring-necked parakeets, an exotic species that is now well established. Their presence is thought to trace back in particular to birds that escaped near Orly and Roissy airports.
Yvelines : un important incendie en cours au sud de Paris, un impressionnant panache de fumée visible à des kilomètresYvelines : un important incendie en cours au sud de Paris, un impressionnant panache de fumée visible à des kilomètresYvelines : un important incendie en cours au sud de Paris, un impressionnant panache de fumée visible à des kilomètresYvelines : un important incendie en cours au sud de Paris, un impressionnant panache de fumée visible à des kilomètres

Yvelines: major fire in Les Loges-en-Josas, around 100 firefighters deployed

A major fire is underway this Friday, May 15, 2026, in Les Loges-en-Josas, in the Yvelines department. The blaze is hitting an industrial area at Trou Salé, producing a dramatic plume of smoke visible from several kilometres away. About 100 firefighters have been deployed.
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What to do on Thursday, May 21, 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France

What to do on Thursday, May 21, 2026? Sortiraparis has you covered every day with ideas for going solo, as a couple, with family, or with friends in Paris and Île-de-France. Click here to check out our pick of what’s on this Thursday.
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World Cup 2026: Didier Deschamps' squad unveiled, meet the players selected for France.

The Blues’ squad is unveiled! As the 2026 World Cup gears up for a kickoff in less than a month, France head coach Didier Deschamps reveals the 26 players chosen to compete in the championship.
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Temporary terraces in Paris: City Hall allows a one-hour extension.

With spring's arrival, pop-up terraces are making a vibrant comeback in the streets of the capital. From April 1st through October 31st, 2026, cafés, bars, and restaurants will be able to set up these seasonal outdoor spaces, provided they adhere to strict regulations.
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Best Traditional Baguette in France 2026: a Val-d'Oise baker crowned the grand winner

This Thursday, May 14, 2026, in the final of the national contest for France’s best traditional baguette, a baker from Val-d'Oise was crowned the grand winner. So, who is it and where should you go to taste the year’s top traditional baguette in France? Here’s everything you need to know.
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The Paris Opera is selling more than 5,000 stage costumes by the end of May: how do you sign up?

This is a rare sale likely to appeal to both the stage enthusiasts and lovers of fine fabrics. From May 29 to 31, 2026, the Paris National Opera will offer more than 5,000 costumes and accessories from its lyrical and choreographic productions at an exceptional sale staged at the Opéra Bastille, registration required.
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Ascension Day on May 14, a public holiday in Paris: Metro, RER, Transilien, Tram — the latest on disruptions

Are you heading out in the Paris region this Thursday, May 14, 2026, a public holiday in France? Here’s what to know about the disruptions and closures planned on the RATP network for Ascension Day in Paris and Île-de-France.
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What to do in Paris on Wednesday, May 5, 2027? Today’s outings and events

Wondering what to do in Paris on Wednesday, May 5, 2027? Exhibitions, performances, family outings, strolls, tips and must-see events across Paris and Île-de-France—check out our daily pick to help you plan your itinerary.
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