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groundloop

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10. Where are you getting this information. I'm in Paris now and it's far from deserted.....

Reply to GoneOffShore (Reply #6)

Fri Jul 26, 2024, 01:00 PM

Jul 26

The event we attended last night was a sellout, and I've seen large crowds around every venue we've gone past.

AND we're supposed to be on one of those trains tomorrow heading to Bordeaux that was affected by the terrorist attack. No word yet on whether or not we'll be able to go, crossing our fingers.

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OH FFS!!! elleng Jul 26 #1

Oh damn. I am sending vibes nobody gets hurt applegrove Jul 26 #2

Putin is punishing Europe for not letting him take Ukraine. Irish_Dem Jul 26 #3

Yup. And his republicon cronies are applauding BoRaGard Jul 26 #4

They think if the create enough chaos they can steal power and resources. Irish_Dem Jul 26 #5

Or play in the games... 2naSalit Jul 26 #8

Yes that too. Irish_Dem Jul 26 #9

Paris has been deserted by tourists and residents alike. Friends there have left while the games are on. GoneOffShore Jul 26 #6

Where are you getting this information. I'm in Paris now and it's far from deserted..... groundloop Jul 26 #10

Reports from Parisian residents. GoneOffShore Jul 26 #12

Why do I smell Putin all over this? Botany Jul 26 #7

Some folks can't help but be assholes Yo_Mama_Been_Loggin Jul 26 #11

Somebody is giving the attacks a chef's kiss. LudwigPastorius Jul 27 #13