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Paris neighbourhoods: The underrated 14th arrondissement

In this edition of French Connections, Genie Godula and Florence Villeminot continue their tour of Paris with a stop in the most underrated district of the capital: the 14th arrondissement. Calm and residential, most tourists won't make the journey to this southern edge of the Left Bank, but it's definitely…

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'You see love every day and journalists don't always convey that': Author Sally Hayden

A world-renowned Irish journalist and author whose reporting from conflict zones and migration routes has earned international recognition has told FRANCE 24 that in her reporting she sees love every day, and that journalists don't always convey that. Sally Hayden is a winner of the Orwell Prize, and in her…

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'The Arab Spring was something from the people for the people': Singer Emel Mathlouthi

The woman whose song was at the heart of the Arab Spring has told FRANCE 24 that even 15 years later she looks back on her role, and the role of the protesters with admiration. Tunisian-American artist Emel Mathlouthi's song Kelmti Horra, or "My Word is Free", became something of…

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Russia looks to forced mobilisation after losing 500,000 soldiers in Ukraine

PRESS REVIEW – Thursday, May 28, 2026: Papers discuss whether Russia could potentially invade Europe. But first, Spanish front pages cover the latest developments in the political corruption scandal that has hit the Socialist Party. Elsewhere, US President Donald Trump's renovation of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool continues to make…

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How Norwegian researchers are using satellite images to track tourism’s environmental impact

Norway’s northern Lofoten Islands are attracting an increasing number of tourists, raising concerns about the environmental impact. To help document these effects, Norwegian researchers have launched a new project that utilises satellite images.

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Oil prices on the rise again as US-Iran fighting escalates

Benchmark prices for crude oil rose on Thursday as Iran said it targeted a US airbase in response to American air strikes. Commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which had slightly ticked up in previous days, dwindled down to almost nothing again. Also in this edition: Australia takes legal…

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Inside online rape networks

Gisèle Pelicot has become a household name since the world learned of the unimaginable ordeal she suffered at the hands of her husband. What many of us might be shocked to discover is that there are still many websites where men exchange tips and ideas on how to drug women…

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Macron announces big investments at France's 'electrification team' meeting

French President Emmanuel Macron gave the country's plans to move away from fossil fuels another boost on Tuesday, announcing big private investments, including a €1 billion EV project from Stellantis. Some 200 companies signed onto a national pact to join the government's efforts to double the share of electricity in…

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Trump met with 'laughter and silence' by US allies in Gulf region

PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, May 27, 2026: First, US President Donald Trump's attempts at finding a deal with Iran are under a lot of scrutiny. Next, the EU is asked to consider the environmental impact of mega data centres, as locals fight back against projects which might harm the environment.…

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France votes unanimously to abolish Code Noir, a colonial-era slavery law

French lawmakers voted on Thursday to repeal the Code Noir, a law that regulated slavery in the French colonies that was never formally repealed even after the abolition of slavery in 1848. The vote reopened a debate around reparations in a country that has yet to fully come to terms…

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A rich man’s game? How Roland Garros host France turned its back on clay

Efforts to expand tennis in France have seen hard courts gradually replace clay in the land of Roland Garros, leaving the iconic slippery surface to a select few – and, according to some, contributing to the home players’ miserable run at the Paris Grand Slam tournament.

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Trump endorses Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan ahead of tense June poll

US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he would support Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan in Armenia’s June 7 parliamentary elections, a vote that serves as a litmus test for the government of the South Caucasus nation which has recently shifted its alignment toward the West and distanced itself from…

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Fake Pride, masked men and a surge in misinformation ahead of Armenia’s election

There has been a “tenfold increase” since the start of May in misinformation circulating online in Armenia ahead of the June 7 parliamentary elections, according to Artur Papyan, the director of Armenia’s Media Diversity Institute. Both the ruling party and the opposition – as well as foreign interests – have…

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Global temperatures likely to remain at record levels in 2026-2030, UN says

The UN warned Thursday that global average temperatures would be likely to stay at or near record levels for the 2026-2030 period, with a 75 percent chance that the average temperature for these five years will exceed pre-industrial levels by more than 1.5C.

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Israel declares new 'combat zone' in southern Lebanon, orders evacuations

Israel expanded its military campaign in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, ordering residents to evacuate areas south of the Zahrani River as strikes intensified despite an April ceasefire. The escalation comes as Israeli officials seek to pressure Hezbollah while avoiding actions in Beirut that could complicate US-led diplomacy with Iran.

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AI leaders soften warnings on job losses as industry reassesses impact

AI leaders including Jensen Huang and Sam Altman are moderating earlier warnings about mass job losses from artificial intelligence, suggesting that previous “doomsday” predictions overstated the near-term impact on employment. The shift comes as public concern over workplace disruption from AI continues to grow across major economies.

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Middle East war live: Iran and US agree ceasefire deal framework, but still need Trump’s approval

US and Iranian negotiators have agreed on a framework for a 60-day ceasefire extension deal but it still needs President Donald Trump's approval, US sources told AFP on Thursday, confirming a report by US site Axios. Neither Trump nor Tehran have confirmed the information. Follow our liveblog for all the…

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Starmer and Tusk sign UK–Poland defence pact amid warnings over Russian threats

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and his Polish counterpart Donald Tusk have signed a new defence pact aimed at deepening military and security cooperation between the two NATO allies. The agreement focuses on strengthening joint capabilities, cyber defence and coordination in response to growing concerns over Russian aggression across Europe.

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French banker Matthieu Pigasse emerges as key figure in Venezuela debt overhaul

Veteran French banker Matthieu Pigasse has emerged as a central figure in Venezuela’s debt restructuring efforts after his firm Centerview Partners was appointed adviser on the country’s more than $150 billion debt overhaul without a formal competitive process.

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Ghana begins repatriating citizens from South Africa after xenophobic attacks

In tonight's edition: 300 Ghanaians arrive back home from South Africa on an emergency repatriation flight for nationals fleeing anti-immigrant protests, threats and attacks. Also, Human Rights Watch accuses the United Arab Emirates of having recruited Colombian mercenaries to send to Sudan in support of the RSF paramilitary. Plus as…

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Norway becomes ninth country to come under French nuclear deterrence scheme

Norway on Wednesday became the ninth country to join the France-led nuclear deterrence scheme, the leaders of both countries said. President Emmanuel Macron announced in March that France – the only nuclear-armed country in the EU – would extend its nuclear deterrence scheme to willing European partners.

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Where does Europe's far right turn? Populists look to distance themselves from Trump

If the first thing Europeans think of when they fill up at the pump is Donald Trump's decision to attack Iran, it's little wonder that previously pro-MAGA populists are quietly distancing themselves from the president of the United States. In fact, Trump actively campaigning for Peter Magyar's rival actually helped…

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'Sleepy Donald'? Trump accused of dozing off at Memorial Day event, reigniting age concerns

A viral video appearing to show Donald Trump falling asleep at a Memorial Day ceremony on Monday has sparked outrage online, reigniting rumours about the state of the US president's health. Social media users claimed Trump was dozing off, and furious that it could take place at a ceremony to…

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Hotter than July: Can electrification save humanity from soaring heat?

Europe's in meltdown, and it's not even June yet. We're seeing a not-so merry month of May as record highs explode under a heat dome that’s drifted north from the Sahara. After the frying pan of an energy crisis, the fire of a heatwave is forcing a reset by the…

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Iran war drives India’s cockroaches out, but can Modi crush them?

When an Indian student at a US university used AI to create the “Cockroach Janta Party (CPJ)”, a parody political party, it sparked a viral sensation, hitting the zeitgeist in a country that has been particularly affected by the Iran war. As India's youth circumvent bans to express their economic…

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