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UK police make nearly 900 arrests at Palestine Action demo in London

A total of 890 people were arrested in London during a protest this weekend in support of the banned group Palestine Action, the capital's Metropolitan Police said Sunday. But supporters say the ban is an unwarranted curb on free speech and the right to protest.

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From seduction to shamanism, dance has been universal for a million years

Dance is a universal phenomenon, and one we share with many animal species. But humans have expanded its function and made its codes more complex, with these varying according to era and culture, even acting as markers of gender or social class.

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Tunisia sees European tourist numbers rebound decade after attack

Ten years after a beach attack that killed 30 Britons and delivered a crippling blow to Tunisia's tourism industry, European holidaymakers are finally returning in what authorities hope will be record-breaking numbers.

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Senegal leader announces cabinet reshuffle, pledges to work around the clock

Senegal's government has replaced the justice and interior ministers in a cabinet shake-up, pledging a "government of commitment and combat" as the country tries to revive its economy.

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Reports from Gaza, Sudan, DRC honoured at French photojournalism festival

Among the numerous prizes at the Visa pour l'image photojournalism festival in Perpignan, the prestigious Visa d'or News was awarded to Ivor Prickett of the New York Times for his work on the war in Sudan. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Humanitarian Visa d'Or went to Saher…

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Balkan cartels use West Africa to push cocaine into Europe, report warns

Balkan crime groups are working with Brazilian cartels to turn West Africa into a gateway for Europe’s cocaine market, a new report warns – saying the trade is driving corruption, local drug use and instability across the region.

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Russia hits seat of Ukraine government in war's biggest air attack

Russia fired its biggest-ever aerial barrage at Ukraine early Sunday, killing at least two people and setting the seat of the Ukrainian government in Kyiv ablaze, authorities said.

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Anti-tobacco groups hail France's decision to ban nicotine pouches in 2026

Denounced for their toxicity and addictive nature, particularly for children and adolescents, nicotine sachets, balls and gum will be banned in France from March 2026, a "victory" for anti-tobacco associations.

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France's top women's football clubs begin battle to end Lyon's supremacy

A new season gets under way this weekend in France's top two professional women's football divisions, the Arkema Première League and the Seconde Ligue.

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Brazilian artist’s ‘human forest’ brings environmental message to Lyon Biennale

A month of creative encounters with Brazil kicks off this weekend at the Lyon Dance Biennale. Choreographer Clarice Lima from Sao Paolo is among the artists and companies joining the programme this year with her work "Bosque", which uses street theatre to rebuild the broken links between humans and nature.

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Chinese firms pay price of jihadist strikes against Mali junta

Jihadists allied to Al-Qaeda have launched a blitz of raids on Malian industrial sites run by foreign firms, especially Chinese, as a tactic to undermine the ruling junta.

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2026 World Cup: France makes a successful debut against Ukraine

The French team made an exciting start to the 2026 World Cup qualifiers by beating Ukraine (2-0) away, their toughest opponent, but lost Ousmane Dembélé to injury during the match on Friday night in Wroclaw, Poland.

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Eiffel Tower in Paris to celebrate achievements of 72 women scholars

Gustave Eiffel, who designed France's world-famous monument, had the names of 72 scholars inscribed on the base of the tower in golden letters. All of them men. Today the Paris City Hall is plans to even up the score by adding the names of 72 women who made significant contributions…

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Thousands displaced in northern Ghana as ethnic clashes spread

At least 31 people have been killed and thousands displaced in clashes between ethnic groups in north-western Ghana. The Ghana Red Cross has warned of a critical humanitarian situation for about 50,000 people forced to flee their homes.

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French interior minister vows 'utmost firmness' against shutdown protests

French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau says he does not expect large-scale protests next week but ordered police to respond firmly to a viral online campaign calling citizens to "block everything" on 10 September.

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There’s Music in the Kitchen, No 40

This week on The Sound Kitchen, a special treat: RFI English listener’s musical requests. Just click on the “Play” button above and enjoy!

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'Recognition brings obligation’: How declaring genocide could reshape war in Gaza

The International Association of Genocide Scholars has issued a landmark resolution defining Israel’s actions in Gaza as a genocide. RFI spoke to the organisation's Tim Williams about the evidence behind the move and its global implications.

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Oil giants accused of dodging Niger Delta clean-up as UN panel intervenes

Oil giants stand accused of walking away from decades of pollution in Nigeria’s Niger Delta without cleaning up the damage. A UN-appointed panel of experts wrote to Shell, Eni, ExxonMobil and TotalEnergies, warning the companies cannot sell off their assets and dodge their responsibilities to local communities.

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Will France’s ‘block everything’ movement jump from social media to the streets?

As 10 September nears, the emerging movement Bloquons Tout – “Let’s Block Everything” – is calling to bring France to a standstill in protest at economic policies. RFI asked political communications specialist Elliot Lepers and sociologist Quentin Ravelli whether online anger will be galvanised into real action.

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Mali files ICJ case against Algeria over destruction of military drone

Mali’s transitional government says it has filed a case against Algeria at the International Court of Justice, accusing its neighbour of “premeditated destruction” of a Malian military reconnaissance drone in March.

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2026 World Cup: France boss Deschamps warns squad of Ukraine danger

France boss Didier Deschamps warned his players they would have to be instantly at their best when they take on Ukraine on Friday night for their opening game in their qualifying group for the 2026 World Cup.

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Would tax hikes for the wealthiest really drive them to flee France?

The French government is looking to slash its deficit by €44 billion, with ministers favouring spending cuts over tax increases on the wealthy. But new research challenges a key government argument that higher taxes would trigger a mass exodus of the rich.

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Ebola outbreak in DR Congo kills 15 with dozens of suspected cases

Health authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo have declared a new outbreak of the Ebola virus, with 15 deaths and 28 suspected cases since late August.

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Inquiry launched into French teacher’s suicide after homophobic threats

Teachers unions and LGBTQI+ groups in France are pointing to the suicide of a headteacher who had asked for help following homophobic threats as a sign of serious issues in the country’s education system.

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Wildfires producing 'witches' brew' of air pollution, UN warns

Wildfires are releasing a "witches' brew" of pollutants that can end up wrecking air quality a continent away from the blaze, the UN's weather and climate agency said Friday.

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