Greece has filed a lawsuit against Adidas following a drone light show that promoted the brand using the Acropolis as a backdrop, which the Culture Minister, Lina Mendoni, deemed a violation of archaeological protection laws. The display featured illuminated drones forming the Adidas logo and a sports shoe, prompting concerns over the commercial use of the historic site without proper approval from the Culture Ministry. While Adidas claims all required permits were obtained, the incident has raised questions about the administration’s oversight and the contrasting treatment of commercial versus artistic requests for the site.
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How foreign tourists are charged 50% more in Paris than French customers
Americans visiting Paris are reportedly being charged up to 50% more than French customers, as demonstrated by a Le Parisien experiment where a French reporter and an American impersonator ordered the same meal but received vastly different bills. The American was charged more for drinks and faced different tipping expectations, raising concerns about tourist exploitation in Parisian dining establishments. Want More Context? 🔎
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