How dirty are the clouds above France? What about that vineyard down the road: is it poisoning homes? To what extent is agriculture contaminating France's water, air and land? Multiple studies have been released this month in France that ring alarm bells about pesticides. FRANCE 24's Solange Mougin breaks them down for us in Entre Nous.…

The author of a new book which tells the story of the troubles in Northern Ireland that spanned three decades has spoken to FRANCE 24 about how his aim was to create a microhistory of the period by homing in on his own parish. More than 20 people died in the few square kilometres where Martin Doyle grew up. Doyle has spoken to people from both side…

In this episode of arts24, coinciding with the 200th anniversary of the first passenger train, award-winning travel writer Monisha Rajesh joins Eve Jackson to share her immersive, rail-bound adventures across continents. Her latest book, "Moonlight Express: Around the World by Night Train", takes readers on 18 unforgettable journeys – from sipping …

Since late June, unusually heavy monsoon rains have hit northern India and Pakistan, killing hundreds of people. The worst-hit province is Punjab, where nearly 4 million people have been displaced. Climate change is mainly to blame. But the floods have also been worsened by the opening of dams in India. FRANCE 24's Shahzaib Wahlah reports from Paki…

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, September 23: Human rights groups condemn the ruling against Zhang Zhan, a Chinese citizen journalist facing a second four-year prison term for her reporting on Covid in 2020. In Egypt, a prominent political prisoner has been pardoned after more than a decade in prison as part of the post-Arab Spring crackdown on dissidents.…

Chipmaking giant Nvidia announced on Monday that it would invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI to develop next-generation AI infrastructure and help secure the industry's future. We take a closer look. Also in this edition: Pakistani officials warn of severe economic fallout from recent flooding.저자 FRANCE 24 English

Ousmane Dembélé has been named 2025 Ballon d'Or. PSG scooped most of the other awards. Aitana Bonmati won the Women's Ballon d'Or. Lamine Yamal was voted best young player. Meanwhile on the pitch, in Ligue 1, Marseille beat Paris Saint-Germain at home for the first time since 2011.저자 FRANCE 24 English

The trial of First Vice President Riek Machar began this Monday in South Sudan. He is accused by the government of treason, terrorism and even murder. The trial carries major political implications, as Machar led opposition forces during the civil war that devastated the country between 2013 and 2018, before signing a peace agreement with President…

France has joined several of its European peers in formally recognising a Palestinian state. At a world summit in New York on Monday, French President Emmanuel Macron called on the world to do everything it could to preserve the possibility of a two-state solution and outlined a framework for a "renewed Palestinian Authority". Nearly two years sinc…

To mark France's recognition of a Palestinian state, 50 town halls across France have hoisted the Palestinian flag onto their facades. It's a defiant move against a government order by hardline Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau that ordered them not to do so, saying that displaying flags violates the French "principle of neutrality." But what is t…

With Gaza under siege and the West Bank under threat, will the symbolic act of recognising a Palestinian state give its inhabitants reasons to hope or despair? Some 715 days since Hamas orchestrated the worst terror attack in Israel's history, what's clear is that Israel has since squandered sympathy with its incessant pummelling of Gaza and the un…

World leaders will convene at a climate summit hosted by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday in New York. Countries face mounting pressure to set more ambitious emission reduction targets for 2035 ahead of COP30 in Brazil. Governments were invited to submit their updated pledges by February 2025. Of the 195 Paris Agreement signatorie…

On today’s music show on Arts24, Jennifer Ben Brahim sits down with Chicago-born, New York-based singer, songwriter, and producer KeiyaA. Known for her gossamer vocals and genre-blending sound – mixing jazz, soul, and electro – KeiyaA made waves with her debut album Forever, Ya Girl, earning critical acclaim and fans like Solange, Jay-Z, and Moses …

Since the start of the war in Gaza, France has welcomed several hundred Gazans to safety. Priority has been given to families of children seriously injured in bombings, such as Ayham, who lost both his legs at just 15 years old on October 14, 2023. Artists and scientists have also been evacuated through the PAUSE program, which supports intellectua…

After Sri Lanka and Bangladesh, Nepal has become the latest South Asian country to witness its own “Generation Z revolution”. In just three years, it's the third government in the region to fall under pressure from youth-led protests. Each movement was triggered by a law, political decision, or act of repression. In Nepal’s case, it was the suspens…

President Donald Trump name-dropped media mogul Rupert Murdoch and his heir Lachlan as key figures involved in efforts to take control of TikTok in the United States. He also mentioned Oracle CEO Larry Ellison and Michael Dell of Dell Technologies as potential stakeholders in a US-specific version of the app. Also, we look at an Estonian defence st…

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, September 22: First, France’s imminent recognition of the state of Palestine is widely covered in the French press, while international media analyse the broader implications of this move. Also, anti-corruption protests are shaking the Philippines, creating significant regional unrest. Finally, Rome’s airport has introduced n…

The clash between Olympique de Marseille and Paris Saint-Germain has been postponed due to severe weather in Marseille. The game will take place on Monday at 8pm, during the Ballon d'Or ceremony.저자 FRANCE 24 English

Olympique de Marseille host Paris Saint-Germain in the final game of Ligue 1’s matchday five. PSG come in as clear favourites, with Marseille having failed to beat their arch-rivals at home in the League since 2011.저자 FRANCE 24 English

Elite cyclists are getting in gear for UCI World Road Cycling Championships in Rwanda. It’s the very first time the event is being staged on African soil. For many young African riders, this is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to test themselves against the world’s best. We meet some of the bright hopes flying the flag for the continent.…

This week has seen major upheavals on the global stage: Trump’s lavish and unprecedented UK state visit offered a boost to embattled Prime Minister Keir Starmer, while the US grappled with political fallout and free speech debates following activist Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Meanwhile, Israel faced a damning UN report accusing it of genocide in…

"Evil Unbound", a new film depicting the horrors of the Imperial Japanese Army’s Unit 731 and its germ warfare programme, has hit cinemas across China and beyond. As the latest in a wave of patriotic films to find success at home, it sheds light on one of WWII’s darkest chapters – Unit 731, the covert military unit that conducted inhumane human exp…

Welcome to FRANCE 24's media show "Scoop". This week, we discuss Lachlan Murdoch’s takeover of his father’s media empire – and what impact, if any, this leadership change could have on major outlets like Fox News, The Wall Street Journal, and beyond. Our guest is journalist and professor Matthew Ricketson.…

The Cathedral’s bell towers were the last part of the site to reopen to the public following extensive renovations after the 2019 fire that devastated large parts of the building. French President Emmanuel Macron inaugurated the bell towers ahead of the European Heritage Days, when the cathedral will be fully accessible once again. FRANCE 24’s Auro…

Rena Sofer looks back on her original run Port Charles run and reflects on her return as Lois (replete with custom nails!) with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also discuss the latest DAYS casting changes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

Hayley Erin looks back on her first Y&R run as Abby and talks about her recent return as Claire, shares memories of her time as GH’s Kiki, reveals how parenting twin girls is going and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also catch up on the latest casting news. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr…

Elia Cantu talks about her past as a DAYS fan, her work as a makeup artist, how it felt to be cast as Salem’s Jada and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also remember the life of the late Billy Miller (ex-Billy, Y&R et al). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pri…

Kassie DePaiva talks about reprising the role of DAYS’s Eve, previews her GH return as Blair, reveals what she’s up to now and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also talk about the latest storylines making headlines. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do…

Kyle Lowder opens up about returning to DAYS as Rex, attending the funerals of Victor and his late portrayer, John Aniston, his new job as a news anchor and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also talk about the latest casting changes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar…

Rachel Melvin looks back on her first DAYS run as Chelsea and her upcoming return, her memories of John Aniston (ex-Victor, DAYS), her experience on Dumb and Dumber To and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also remember the late Arleen Sorkin and tease the stories coming up this fall. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…

Bonnie Burroughs looks back on the highs and lows of her career, explains why playing Gladys is her all-time favorite job and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also discuss the passing of daytime vet Nancy Frangione and the latest casting news. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at …

Austin Peck recalls his soap experiences on DAYS, AS THE WORLD TURNS and ONE LIFE TO LIVE, recalls a chance encounter with Ronn Moss (ex-Ridge, B&B), describes life with wife Terri Conn (ex-Katie, ATWT) and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also talk about the last casting and storyline news. See Privacy Policy at https://ar…

Kate Mansi recounts her entrée into show business, reflects on playing DAYS’s Abigail, talks about joining GH as Kristina and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also preview the biggest stories coming up across the dial. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy…

Vail Bloom opens up about how she broke into the biz, coming back to Y&R as Heather, her time on VANDERPUMP RULES and more with Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also discuss the latest casting news and story spoilers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info…

Walt Willey looks back on his acting journey that led him to becoming ALL MY CHILDREN’s Jack, working with Susan Lucci and Michael B. Jordan, reprising his signature role on GH and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also remember the late Andrea Evans and Jeffrey Carlson. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca…

Miranda Wilson reflects on her first run as DAYS’s Megan and comeback decades later, her other soap roles, her life in Europe and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also preview the hottest stories coming up on every show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva…

Zuleyka Silver (Audra, Y&R) chronicles her journey to Genoa City, offers insight into her cunning character, gives her take on Audra’s hook-up with Kyle and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also pay homage to the late Nicolas Coster and Brett Hadley. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Not…

Tanisha Harper shares her path to the role of GH’s Jordan, from modeling to magazine editing and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also talk about the latest storylines. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

Sharon Case looks back on her nearly 30-year run as Y&R’s Sharon, talks about her path to Genoa City, her recent on-screen reconnection with Linden Ashby (Cameron) and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also discuss our favorite soap weddings. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…

Julie Pinson traces her soap past, from PORT CHARLES to Y&R to DAYS to AS THE WORLD TURNS, talks about life with hubby Billy Warlock (ex-Frankie, DAYS et al), what she’s up to now and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also talk about the latest casting news and stars we would love to see return. See Privacy Policy at https:/…

Jill Larson (ex-Opal, ALL MY CHILDREN et al) discusses her soap journey, her latest movie role and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also preview the upcoming twist in DAYS’s latest “who’s the daddy?” yarn. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-…

Linden Ashby talks about his daytime start on LOVING, meeting wife Susan Walters (Diane, Y&R), his film and prime-time credits, his return to Y&R as Cameron and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also discuss the latest news and casting changes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at …

Billy Warlock shares memories of his various daytime roles, from DAYS’s Frankie to GH’s A.J., his BAYWATCH run, his new life in Colorado and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also discuss the Daytime Emmy postponement and preview what’s coming up on all the soaps. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi…

Michael Corbett remembers his early roles on RYAN’S HOPE and SEARCH FOR TOMORROW, his memorable run as Y&R’s David Kimble, his current successes and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also remember the late Jacklyn Zeman (ex-Bobbie, GH et al). See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at ht…

Annika Noelle talks about her path to B&B, Hope’s current storyline, the reality show she’d love to be a guest on and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also break down the latest casting shockers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

Tabyana Ali reflects on her entry into show biz, her emotional audition process for GH, the popularity of Trina’s pairing with Spencer and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also discuss the 2023 Daytime Emmy nominations. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privac…

Brandon Barash talks about the transitions from Stefan to Jake to Stefan in Salem, his GH past as Johnny, his recent real-life wedding and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also break down the latest soap news and hot storylines. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.c…

Lynn Herring (Lucy) shares behind-the-scenes secrets of the Nurses’ Ball, reflects on her early days in Port Charles and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also discuss Y&R and GH’s splashy anniversary episodes. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-s…

Kristian Alfonso (Hope) and Peter Reckell (Bo) talk about their DAYS comeback, reflect on their favorite memories from their 40-year history in Salem, answer fan questions and more with Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also talk about the latest soap news. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:…

Evan Hofer (Dex) talks about his path to Port Charles, the Dex/Josslyn romance, his not-so-secret crush on a co-star and more with Digest’s Stephanie Sloane and Mara Levinsky. We also preview Y&R’s 50th anniversary celebration and GH’s tribute to Epiphany. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art1…