Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

Paris 2024 - Olympic Cauldron Draws Massive Crowds

The cauldron, with the Olympic flame lit, lifts off while attached to a balloon in the Tuileries Garden, Paris, France, August 4, 2024. Paris has once again captured the world's attention with a brand new addition to its iconic landmarks for the ongoing Olympic Games. The Olympic cauldron, resembling a hot air balloon, made its debut during the opening ceremony at the Louvre's Tuileries Gardens and has since become a major attraction for both TV viewers and in-person visitors. Standing at an impressive height of 30 meters (100 ft), the cauldron has been made accessible to the public with up to 10,000 free visits daily. Due to overwhelming demand, slots for visits are fully booked until August 11, prompting organizers to consider adding more visiting times to accommodate the interest. Photo by Marie-Paola Bertrand-Hillion/ABACAPRESS.COM

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JULY 11, 2024 - A large amount of water spews through slots under the 600-year-old Ming Dynasty city wall after a rainstorm in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, July 11, 2024.

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JULY 11, 2024 - A large amount of water spews through slots under the 600-year-old Ming Dynasty city wall after a rainstorm in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, July 11, 2024.

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JULY 11, 2024 - A large amount of water spews through slots under the 600-year-old Ming Dynasty city wall after a rainstorm in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, July 11, 2024.

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JULY 11, 2024 - A large amount of water spews through slots under the 600-year-old Ming Dynasty city wall after a rainstorm in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, July 11, 2024.

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JULY 11, 2024 - A large amount of water spews through slots under the 600-year-old Ming Dynasty city wall after a rainstorm in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, July 11, 2024.

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JULY 11, 2024 - A large amount of water spews through slots under the 600-year-old Ming Dynasty city wall after a rainstorm in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, July 11, 2024.

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

Rainstorm Hit Nanjing

NANJING, CHINA - JULY 11, 2024 - A large amount of water spews through slots under the 600-year-old Ming Dynasty city wall after a rainstorm in Nanjing, Jiangsu province, China, July 11, 2024.

ANA to earn 11 Haneda int'l slots vs. JAL's 5

ANA to earn 11 Haneda int'l slots vs. JAL's 5

NARITA, Japan - File photo taken in September 2012 at Narita airport, near Tokyo, shows the tails of a Japan Airlines plane (front) and an All Nippon Airways plane. All Nippon Airways Co. will receive 11 slots in the expanded international flight schedule from March 2014 at Tokyo's Haneda airport and Japan Airlines Co. five, following ANA's call for a "fair" allocation compared to its publicly salvaged rival, sources familiar with the matter said Oct. 2, 2013.

Japan, U.S. hold talks over new slots at Tokyo's Haneda airport

Japan, U.S. hold talks over new slots at Tokyo's Haneda airport

Representatives of the governments of Japan and the United States hold talks in Tokyo on Feb. 16, 2016, over the allocation of slots for flights connecting U.S. cities and Tokyo's Haneda airport. The two-day meeting will focus on whether to expand the allocation of slots at Haneda -- which is closer to Tokyo's downtown than Narita airport east of the capital -- for Japanese and U.S. carriers for "daytime" flights to and from the United States, defined as between 6 a.m. and 11 p.m. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Urawa striker gets team's 2nd goal, extends unbeaten J-League log to 18

Urawa striker gets team's 2nd goal, extends unbeaten J-League log to 18

Striker Shinzo Koroki (back) of Urawa Reds slots home the first-stage champion's second goal in the second half of a J-League second-stage match against Matsumoto Yamaga away by eluding goalie Tomohiko Murayama's blocking attempt in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture, on July 11, 2015. Urawa earned a 2-1 win, extending their unbeaten record in the 2015 season to 18 games. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo