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The US Supreme Court on Tuesday lifted restrictions on the amount of money political parties can spend in coordination with individual candidates, in a case that could impact November's midterm elections. The conservative-dominated top court ruled 6-3 that the limits on coordinated campaign spending violate the First Amendment to the US Constitution, which guarantees free speech rights. FRANCE 24'...
A couple of weeks back, we asked if the tide was turning in Ukraine. Short version: a little with a disclaimer: it's hard cutting through the fog of war. Now, we're beginning to wonder if Crimea could be back in play. Kyiv’s new line of longer-range missiles and drones wreaking havoc on fuel and power supplies. And while Russia continues to inch forward in other frontline flashpoints, the peninsul...
The US Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected President Donald Trump's bid to restrict birthright citizenship in a blow to one of his signature anti-immigration initiatives. The court, in an eagerly awaited decision on the final day of its term, ruled 6-3 to maintain the right to American citizenship for nearly everyone born on US soil. FRANCE 24's Eliza Herbert reports.
Searches are currently taking place in France and elsewhere across the European Union on suspicions of the misappropriation of European funds by the Identity and Democracy group of MEPs, of which France's far-right National Rally was a member, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office said.
Searches are currently taking place in France and elsewhere across the European Union on suspicions of the misappropriation of European funds by the Identity and Democracy group of MEPs, of which France's far-right National Rally was a member, the European Public Prosecutor’s Office said.
🇻🇪 “My mother-in-law is one of the people still missing.”Daniel Lansberg-Rodriguez shares a sobering account of his family’s search for loved ones in the aftermath of #Venezuela’s twin #earthquakes. More on #F24Debate ➡️https://f24.my/C1TB
The US Supreme Court on Tuesday rejected President Donald Trump's bid to restrict birthright citizenship in a blow to one of his signature anti-immigration initiatives. France 24's Angela DIffley takes a closer look at what she says his a "big setback" for Trump.
More than 58,000 buildings overall were destroyed or damaged by last week’s twin earthquakes in Venezuela, according to NASA’s data, while tens of thousands are still unaccounted for nearly a week later.
Afghan-American photographer Daniel Malikyar talks to arts24 about his new photography book, "Afghanistan". It is his most personal project yet. From his perspective as the son of Afghan immigrants, he documents remote communities in the country.
Five days after twin #earthquakes devastated part of #Venezuela, the coastal municipality of #LaGuaira is reeling from the aftermath. FRANCE 24's Maxime Pluvinet reports from the destroyed coastline.
The US Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld state laws barring transgender athletes from competing in girls' and women's school sports, delivering a major victory to conservatives in one of the country's most fiercely contested culture-war battles.
After months of war, a ceasefire with Israel has brought a period of respite to Lebanon. But it has not made the hardships of daily life disappear. Uncertainty, inflation and poverty remain. In the face of these challenges, solidarity also continues to play an essential role.
Thousands of people marched Tuesday in cities across South Africa to demand the departure of undocumented foreign nationals after a weeks-long campaign that has sent thousands fleeing and claimed four lives.
Amid the World Cup euphoria, sports betting is surging. But illegal betting is also on the rise, and gambling risks, including addiction remain part of the game. Elitsa Gadeva looks into the numbers and explains what's driving the growth.
France's Senate passed a bill on Monday aimed at curbing online fast-fashion retailers such as Shein, Temu and AliExpress, after more than two years of debate and discussion between the upper and lower houses of parliament. Under the law, ultra fast-fashion companies face fines between €0.25 and €6 per product this year, rising as high as €10 per product in 2030.
A five-day heatwave in May caused at least 300 more deaths than expected across France, health officials said Tuesday. The unseasonal heatwave was followed in June by 11 days of the hottest temperatures the country has experienced since records began.
For the first time ever, the head of Syrian intelligence is taking part at a counter-terrorism conference at the UN in New York this week. France 24's Wassim Nasr takes a look at why this is such a historic moment for a country that not long ago was a hotbed of extremism.
In this edition of Entre Nous we look at the weight that beauty trends have in France. We break down the current sardine craze and the claims it can improve one's skin. As tins fly off shelves, we also look at how French pharmacies have long surfed on the hype and attractive prices of French cosmetics and beauty products. Many have long been much-loved hotspots – for tourists and locals alike.
US space agency NASA is preparing to launch a robotic rescue mission to haul an ageing telescope into a higher orbit to save it from burning up as it falls back down to Earth. The next launch attempt is set for Wednesday after a previous liftoff was pushed back due to the weather.
Genie Godula is pleased to welcome Aimée-Noel Mbiyozo, Senior Research Consultant at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS). South Africa's recurring waves of anti migrant mobilisation reveal a deeper political and socioeconomic paradox. Mbiyozo argues that while public frustration over unemployment, inequality, corruption and failing public services is genuine, migrants have become convenient p...
Genie Godula is pleased to welcome Aimée-Noel Mbiyozo, Senior Research Consultant at the Institute for Security Studies (ISS). South Africa's recurring waves of anti migrant mobilisation reveal a deeper political and socioeconomic paradox. Mbiyozo argues that while public frustration over unemployment, inequality, corruption and failing public services is genuine, migrants have become convenient p...
Independent UN investigators are calling for action after releasing a report detailing what they call “deliberate killing of Palestinian children” by Israel. The Independent International Commission of Inquiry says that since October 7, 2023, the "essence of childhood" has been "destroyed" in Gaza and the West Bank. Speaking with FRANCE 24, Commission Chair Srinivasan Muralidhar said that among th...
Poland is one of the most restrictive countries in Europe for LGBT rights. Neither marriages nor civil partnerships for same-sex couples are legal there. But as of late May, Poland has legalised the recognition of same-sex marriages performed in third countries. The change comes after the European Court of Justice ruled that Warsaw was in contravention of EU free movement laws if it withdrew right...
Today’s FOCUS takes us to Poland, one of the most restrictive countries in Europe for LGBT rights. Neither marriage nor civil partnership for same-sex couples is legal in the country. But as of late May, Poland has legalised the recognition of same-sex marriages performed in third countries. The change comes after the European Court of Justice ruled that Warsaw was in contravention of EU free move...
For the third time in a row, the Netherlands exit the World Cup after a penalty shoot-out. Tied 1-1 with Morocco, Saibari scored the winning penalty to send the Atlas Lions into the Round of 16 where they will meet Canada. Meanwhile Paraguay caused a huge upset as they knocked out Germany, also on penalties. Tah had a last-minute goal ruled out for a foul on Paraguay's goalkeeper - was it the righ...
French fans were seen partying on the iconic Brooklyn Bridge this week ahead of their sides clash against Sweden in their first knockout game of the 2026 World Cup. On paper, France has an advantage, but manager Didier Deschamps has warned against being too confident and many fans are starting to feel the tension.
