Ali Akbar, who's sold newspapers on the streets of Paris for 50 years, is now a knight
- Posted on February 20, 2026
- By NPR
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Ali Akbar, who's sold newspapers on the streets of Paris for 50 years, is now a knight
For decades, Ali Akbar has sold papers on the Left Bank of Paris. Last month, France gave the beloved 73-year-old immigrant from Pakistan one of its highest honors — and his neighborhood is cheering.
