Notre Dame Cathedral reopens in Paris after five years of restoration

Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has reopened for the first time since a devastating fire in 2019. The event is attended by world leaders and dignitaries, marking the completion of extensive renovations funded by nearly $1 billion in donations. The reopening ceremony, originally planned for outdoors, has been moved inside due to strong winds. French President Emmanuel Macron will speak, followed by Archbishop Laurent Ulrich leading a religious service and a rite to reawaken the cathedral's organ. This reopening highlights the cathedral's significance in French culture and architecture. It comes after more than five years of restoration work following the fire that nearly destroyed the historic site.