Or involved in corrupt practices such as favoritism and fraud, [Looking at the World] The headquarters of the Paris Organizing Committee for the Olympic Games has been searched for submarines | Paris | Corruption

On June 20th, the French Financial Prosecutor's Office authorized a raid and search operation on the headquarters of the Paris Organizing Committee for the Olympic Games located in Saint Denis, northeast of Paris, as well as the Soredio Construction Company responsible for the construction of venues for the Paris Olympics and Paralympics. The French National Financial Prosecutors Office, responsible for combating economic and financial crimes, has confirmed to the outside world that the investigation involves "illegal conflicts of interest, misuse of public funds, and favoritism and fraud", and is related to two ongoing anti-corruption investigations. The first survey began in 2017, the year Paris officially obtained the hosting rights for the 2024 Olympic Games; The second survey began in 2022 and involved multiple contracts between the Paris Organizing Committee for the Olympic Games and Solido.

The International Olympic Committee stated that it has learned of the search of the Paris Organizing Committee for the Olympic Games and will closely cooperate with relevant departments. This is the third consecutive time that the organizers of the Olympic Games have been involved in corruption cases. Several members of the International Olympic Committee have been dismissed due to bribery scandals during the 2016 Rio Olympics and the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.

"Made in China" Appears at the Paris Air Show

As one of the largest and oldest air shows in the world, the Paris Airshow was forced to cancel its previous edition due to the pandemic. This year marks the first time in four years that the Paris Airshow has returned to Bourges. On June 20th, more than ten Chinese aerospace companies, including China Aviation Industry Group, Commercial Aircraft Corporation of China, and China Great Wall Industrial Group, made a collective appearance at the air show, with an exhibition area of 1500 square meters, immediately becoming the focus of the exhibition.

The model of COMAC C919 aircraft is on display at the COMAC Exhibition Hall.

China Aviation Industry Corporation Limited made its debut at the Paris Air Show with multiple exhibits including the "20 Family", "Kunlong" AG600, and "Yilong" - X drones.

Visitors are watching a flying performance near the Airbus A350 aircraft. As the industry moves towards decarbonization, manufacturers will promote new technologies such as flying taxis and electric propulsion at this year's air show.

The wreckage of the USS Titanic sightseeing submarine is missing, and the US Coast Guard says the submarine still has about 40 hours of oxygen support left

The US Coast Guard confirmed that a wrecked tourist submarine named Titanic went missing on the 18th, carrying five people. At present, the search and rescue work has not yielded any results, and the missing submarine still has about 40 hours of oxygen support left. Sabrina Singh, Deputy News Secretary of the Pentagon, said that there are currently two C-130 aircraft assisting in the search, and the US Department of Defense will also add one C-130 aircraft to participate in the search and rescue. If necessary, the US Navy will also provide funding and expert personnel for support.

The missing submarine was designed by the American underwater exploration company "Ocean Gate" for a tourism and sightseeing project, which can lead tourists to visit the wreckage of the Titanic underwater. Tourists participating in the exploration of the Titanic each paid a fee of $250000, with profits used for research on the Titanic.

Biden's son Hunter has reached an agreement with the US Department of Justice to plead guilty to three charges

On June 20th, the US Department of Justice stated in court documents that Hunter Biden, son of US President Joe Biden, will plead guilty to two minor tax offenses and reach an agreement with federal prosecutors on a felony charge against firearms.

Hunter Biden, son of US President Biden

US President Biden Attends Event to Discuss Risks of Artificial Intelligence Technology

On June 20th, in San Francisco, California, United States, President Biden attended an event at the Fairmont Hotel to discuss opportunities and risks in artificial intelligence, and listened to discussions on managing risks in artificial intelligence.

Biden will meet with at least eight experts, including renowned researchers and experts in the field of AI security.

UN officials: Over 500000 Sudanese fleeing to neighboring countries for refuge

On June 20th, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, stated that since the outbreak of armed conflict in Sudan in April, over 500000 Sudanese have fled to neighboring countries for refuge, and approximately 2 million people have been displaced within Sudan. He warned that if the international community does not urge both sides of the Sudanese conflict to cease fire and end the war as soon as possible, more Sudanese refugees will flow into neighboring countries.

The United Nations, along with Egypt, Germany, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the European Commission, jointly hosted a high-level pledging event in Geneva, Switzerland on the 19th. The international community pledged to donate approximately $1.5 billion at the event to support humanitarian action in Sudan.

At least 41 people have died in riots at women's prisons in Honduras

The forensic department of the Honduras government announced on the 20th that a riot occurred at a women's prison near the capital Tegucigalpa, resulting in at least 41 deaths. This women's prison is located in Tamara, about 30 kilometers north of Tegucigal, Brazil. At the time of the incident, gunshots were heard and a fire broke out, emitting strong black smoke. Some of the involved individuals may be members of the gang.

The prisoner's family cried outside the prison.

Security personnel in Tamara are on guard outside the women's prison where the riot occurred.

The scorching heat is unbearable, and Spain is facing severe drought

According to data provided by the Spanish National Meteorological Agency, the temperature in spring 2023 broke Spain's record, becoming the warmest year in history and the second driest year, with some areas of the peninsula affected by the drought.

The scene of dry wheat fields in high temperature weather in Sacredon, Spain.

The structure of a bathhouse ruins appears in a reservoir affected by drought in Sacedon, Spain.

Navigation in the Rhine River in Germany is hindered due to lowered water levels

On June 20th, the Federal Waterways and Shipping Administration of Germany announced that the water level of some channels of the Rhine River in Germany had dropped to 126 centimeters, below the minimum safe navigation limit of 135 centimeters. Freight barges on the Rhine River were required to reduce their load and pass through. The Rhine River is the most important inland waterway in western Germany, transporting large amounts of coal, chemical raw materials, and construction materials every year. Last August, the Rhine River was also affected by low water levels caused by drought, which affected navigation.

In Bach Alech, Germany, ships sailed past the Staleik Castle on the Rhine River. Due to the water level of the river dropping to 126 centimeters, a large sandbar is exposed in the river.

Klimt's artwork will be auctioned at Sotheby's, estimated at $80 million

Gustav Klimt's work "The Woman with a Fan" was exhibited at Sotheby's in London, UK on June 20th. This painting is one of the most valuable paintings in European history, valued at £ 65 million, and will be auctioned off at the Sotheby's Contemporary Art Auction on June 27th.

The audience took photos in front of "The Woman with a Fan".