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Press Review

FRANCE 24 English

An overview of the stories making the French and international newspaper headlines. From Monday to Friday live at 7:20am and 9:20am Paris time.

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00:06:23

US tyre manufacturer Goodyear at centre of 'global...

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2024/03/27

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, March 27: The American media react to the Baltimore bridge collapse, which has left six construction workers missing, presumed dead. Meanwhile, one French paper investigates a scandal involving American tyre manufacturer Goodyear. In other news, public confidence in the NHS is at a record low. Finally, a popular British television presenter has his trousers censored in North Korea.

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00:06:45

US hip-hop mogul Diddy's houses raided over sex...

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2024/03/26

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, March 26: The US and UK formally accuse China of being behind widespread cyberattacks on institutions and journalists. US hip-hop mogul Diddy's houses are raided by federal agents over sex trafficking and rape allegations. Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro hid at the Hungarian embassy while facing inquiries, according to The New York Times. Plus: a man changes his name to "Literally Anybody Else" and plans to run in the US presidential election!

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00:03:01

Scientists name new prehistoric amphibian after...

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2024/03/22

IN THE PRESS – Friday, March 22: We look at reactions in the Indian newspapers after the chief minister of Delhi, the highest-ranking official in the state, is arrested for money laundering. Opposition MPs are accusing PM Narendra Modi of insidious tactics to silence opposition, a month before national elections. Also: scientists name a new prehistoric amphibian after lovable muppet Kermit the Frog!

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00:05:41

Taking a leaf out of Putin's book? France's Macron...

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2024/03/21

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, March 21: We look at reactions to the confirmation of Prabowo Subianto's election as Indonesia's new president. In France, photos of a sweaty, muscled Emmanuel Macron boxing spark derision and questions about their symbolism. Shohei Ohtani, the highest-paid US baseball player in the world, fires his interpreter and close friend over accusations of theft of millions of dollars. Finally, after a disappointing score in the annual happiness report, French papers wonder why

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00:04:56

World Happiness Report 'sounds alarm' about...

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2024/03/20

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, March 20: Israeli newspaper Haaretz criticises PM Benjamin Netanyahu, saying that US President Joe Biden is running out of patience with him. Meanwhile, one French paper investigates who could succeed Mahmoud Abbas as leader of the Palestinian Authority. In other news, the largest ever cyberbullying trial in French history sees 28 people incarcerated. Finally, the World Happiness Report spells bad news for youngsters.

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00:05:57

Staff at French weather forecaster go on strike over...

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2024/03/19

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, March 19: We look at a strike by workers at France's weather forecaster Météo France over the automation of certain services that they say is harming the credibility of the outfit. Also: Gambian MPs will spend three months discussing a plan to repeal a ban on female genital mutilation. Here in France, the Michelin Guide has awarded its stars to hallowed French culinary institutions. Finally, we take you into the world of joggling (jogging plus juggling!).

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00:02:52

'I know Putin can eliminate me': Russian opponent...

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2024/03/15

IN THE PRESS – Friday, March 15: As millions of Russians head to the polls for the country's presidential election, Vladimir Putin opponent Ilya Yashin gives an interview to French newspaper Libération, detailing his fears of being killed. Also, Russian officials have come up with innovative ways to get young people to vote...including the chance to ride a Ferris wheel.

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00:06:06

Is France's former president François Hollande eyeing...

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2024/03/05

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, March 5: We bring you reactions in the international press to Argentina's government suspending the services of its state news agency Telam. We also look ahead to Super Tuesday, a major day of primary elections in the US. Or, as some papers put it, Super Trump! Plus: find out why former French president François Hollande may be eyeing a political comeback...and why there's a campaign in Dublin to stop public groping of a beloved statue.

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00:07:13

Real horsepower: Two police horses sprint down...

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2024/03/04

IN THE PRESS – Monday, March 4: The French papers hail the enshrining of abortion rights in the constitution. In Germany, a Russian wiretapping scandal that's exposed German military strategy in Ukraine is sparking a lot of criticism and concern over Russian disinformation. Also: Israeli war cabinet minister Benny Gantz heads to the US for a visit that has angered PM Benjamin Netanyahu. Finally: US police horses make a bolt for it and sprint down the longest highway in the country!

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00:07:53

Indian billionaire heir Anant Ambani hosts...

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2024/03/01

IN THE PRESS – Friday, March 1: There's anger and shock in the press after Israeli forces killed over 100 Palestinians who were gathered in front of food aid trucks in northern Gaza. Also: Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny is set to be buried in Moscow this Friday. Finally, it's set to be one of the biggest weddings of the year: Anant Ambani, son of Indian billionaire Mukesh Ambani, hosts a pre-wedding party with a VIP guest list including Rihanna and Mark Zuckerberg.

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00:06:55

February 29: The odd traditions and surprising...

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2024/02/29

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, February 29: French paper Libération looks at a sobering death toll: 30,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza since the start of Israel's retaliatory military campaign. Also: Ghana passes a bill criminalising those who identify as queer, in a yet another blow to gay rights on the continent. The Olympic athletes' village is being inaugurated in Paris's Seine-Saint-Denis department. Finally, we look at February 29, a day with a surprising history and unusual customs!

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00:06:34

Controversial: American parents accuse Peppa Pig of...

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2024/02/27

IN THE PRESS - Tuesday, February 27: A “historic day” for Sweden who will finally be able to join NATO after Hungary’s parliament ratified its bid. Also in the news: French schools start their student uniform trials as part of a controversial national experiment. Also: Taylor Swift's dad Scott Swift has been accused of punching a photographer during the star’s tour in Sydney. Finally: find out why American parents are up in arms over “rude, tattletale” Peppa Pig!

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00:05:29

NHS delays see emergency mental health referrals soar...

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2024/02/07

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, February 7: President Emmanuel Macron hosts a ceremony in Paris honouring the 42 French citizens killed during the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel. Meanwhile, NHS delays leave 600 children a week facing a mental health crisis in England. In other news, a minor diplomatic row breaks out ahead of Nigeria and South Africa's AFCON semi-final. Finally, a pod of orcas face a race against time as they find themselves trapped in ice.

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00:06:24

French lovers no more: New study shows French people...

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2024/02/06

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, February 6: After Buckingham Palace announces that King Charles III is being treated for cancer, we bring you concerned reactions from the British and international press. Also, political unrest erupts in Senegal after lawmakers agree to postpone elections by 10 months. French daily Libération headlines on a new survey showing French people are having less sex than ever before – but it's not a bad thing! Finally, we find out about the café waiter race that’s coming back to

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00:06:18

Australian police called to rescue boy who climbed up...

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2024/02/02

IN THE PRESS – Friday, February 2: We look at reactions in the French press after the government offers concessions to appease angry farmers. At what cost to the environment? Also: we look at how Italian leader Giorgia Meloni managed to convince Hungarian PM Viktor Orban to accept the EU's Ukraine fund. Lewis Hamilton announces his shock move to Ferrari after a decade at Mercedes. Finally, watch as police are called to help rescue a little Australian boy who climbed up the prize dispenser of a claw

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00:08:22

Why 'animal movements' are the new workout trend

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2024/02/01

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, February 1: We look at continuing protests by European farmers ahead of an all-important summit in Brussels. In Ukraine, a crisis of leadership emerges amid tensions between President Volodymyr Zelensky and his popular army chief Valery Zaluzhny. Also: a group of venture capitalists want to host the "Enhanced Games", where drug testing of athletes is forbidden. Finally, move like an animal: a new workout trend is garnering billions of views on social media!

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00:06:13

'Day of optimism': Irish unity is within touching...

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2024/01/31

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, January 31: French farmers continue to block the roads in and out of Paris after new PM Gabriel Attal made his first major address to MPs. Meanwhile, the stage is set for the restoration of devolved government in Northern Ireland after two years of political stalemate. In other news, Morocco are dumped out of AFCON by South Africa as the Atlas Lions suffer a shock 2-0 loss. Finally, a Japanese macaque is on the run in the Scottish Highlands.

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00:07:56

'Homoerotic, sexualised' Jesus poster sparks outrage...

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2024/01/30

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, January 30: We take a look at the French and European papers after French farmers blockade the majors roads leading to Paris in a protest over their working conditions and pay. Also in the news: reactions to Ivory Coast's stunning defeat of Senegal in the African Cup of Nations and outrage in Spain over a poster of Jesus that's deemed homoerotic. Finally, an Australian MP accuses a national broadcaster of photoshopping her body for a news report.

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00:06:58

American papers urge forceful response to death of...

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2024/01/29

IN THE PRESS – Monday, January 29: We look at reactions in the American press to the death of three US soldiers in Jordan, the first such casualties since the wave of attacks on US forces in the Middle East after last October's Hamas attacks on Israel. Also: French papers examine protesting farmers' plans to bring their demonstrations to the capital. We finish with a look at the cognitive benefits of learning a musical instrument. Read moreThree US troops are killed after drone strike in Jordan,

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00:06:29

Jannik Sinner makes history as first Italian to reach...

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2024/01/26

IN THE PRESS – Friday, January 26: We look at reactions in the French press to the Constitutional Council's decision to strike down almost half of the government's controversial immigration law. Also: a scandal involving South Korea's first lady threatens to derail the president's electoral campaign. Plus: a 99-year-old woman breaks three swimming world records. And we look at the Italian sports pages after Jannik Sinner's historic semi-final victory over Novak Djokovic in the Australian Open!

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