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A male ballet dancer is on a mission to encourage more male dancers to take up the more traditional female role of one who goes up on his or her toes, or en pointe. Kadeem En Pointe has filmed himself for the first time here in Paris dancing in front of the city's major monuments. He spoke to us about his ongoing campaign in Perspective.
France faces Iraq in a group stage match on June 22. The Iraqi team faces a significant disadvantage in this challenging group. But even after a 4-1 loss to Norway in its first match, for the country, this World Cup appearance remains an event not to be missed following a 40 year absence from the competition. This is especially true in Kurdistan in the north of the country where the presence of pl...
France is set to experience the hottest day yet in its latest heatwave after a sweltering night, with a peak of 43C expected in the southwest. Forecasters warn the extreme weather episode could end up being as serious as a 2003 heatwave that claimed the lives of nearly 15,000 people nationwide. FRANCE 24's Andrew Hilliar takes a look at the French government's recommendations as it holds its lates...
A fiercely divided Colombia has chosen a new president in a razor-thin runoff that’s already sparking tension across the country. While some celebrate the victory of right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella, others are protesting what they see as a dangerous shift to the right.
Annette Young is pleased to welcome Scott Lucas, Professor of American Studies and Int'l Politics at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin. According to Lucas, the US is not negotiating with Iran from a position of strength: "The Americans shifted from regime change to regime surrender", he explains, "trying to bomb their way to get the Iranians to capitulate on a number of conditions. ...
Annette Young is pleased to welcome Scott Lucas, Professor of American Studies and Int'l Politics at the Clinton Institute, University College Dublin. According to Lucas, the US is not negotiating with Iran from a position of strength: "The Americans shifted from regime change to regime surrender", he explains, "trying to bomb their way to get the Iranians to capitulate on a number of conditions. ...
As talks continue between the US and Iran, our colleagues at France 2 got access to rare on-the-ground perspectives in Tehran. Anti-regime residents had hoped that the war would bring change. But with Iranian leaders seemingly more unified than ever, their disappointment is hitting hard.
In 2025, the Supreme Court of India declared maternity leave a fundamental right for working women. India is among the countries in the world where pregnant women are entitled to 26 weeks of paid maternity leave, which can be taken for up to two children. The move has been widely welcomed by women's rights advocates. But they emphasise that India still has a long way to go in ensuring the rights o...
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he was stepping down as leader of the governing Labour Party but would remain caretaker prime minister until a new head is chosen by the party. His likely successor is Andy Burnham, who won the Makerfield byelection a few days earlier. FRANCE 24's Philip Turle looks at the likely scenarios for the UK.
Spain got their World Cup redemption and their first win by comfortably winning against Saudi Arabia 4-0. Belgium went down to 10 men after the eighth red card of the tournament was handed out. The Red Devils struggled against Iran, and that game ended on a dry tally 0-0. The surprise of the evening played out in Miami, as Cape Verde managed to draw against Uruguay. Egypt finally got their hands o...
Spain got their world cup redemption and their first win by comfortably winning against Saudi Arabia 4-0. Belgium went down to 10 men after the eighth red card of the tournament was handed out. The Red Devils struggled against Iran, and that game ended on a dry tally 0-0. The surprise of the evening played out in Miami, as Cape Verde managed to draw against Uruguay. Egypt finally got their hands o...
Alan Greenspan – the longtime US Federal Reserve chief who served under four presidents – has died at 100, his wife said in a statement on Monday. Greenspan presided over an unprecedented period of American economic expansion but was later faulted for failing to rein in markets ahead of the 2008 global financial crisis.
Norway fans took their signature ‘Viking row’ to New York’s Times Square on Sunday on the eve of their World Cup clash with Senegal. Since it was performed in Boston ahead of Norway’s World Cup opener last week, the “row” has gone viral and has been seen on escalators, boats and even in the Norwegian parliament.
Dutiful rather than dynamic, Keir Starmer was elected to be a safe pair of hands after years of chaos under Britain’s Conservatives. His term ended less than two years later amid corruption allegations, policy U-turns, and after links were revealed between his choice for US ambassador and Jeffrey Epstein, a man Starmer has never met.
Rewatch as JD Vance addresses talks between US and Iran in Switzerland to put an end to the war in the Middle East.
After a disappointing opening draw against Cape Verde, Spain comfortably brushed aside Saudi Arabia (4-0), powered by Lamine Yamal's first-ever World Cup goal and an Oyarzabal brace.
PRESS REVIEW – Monday, June 22: Papers discuss the expected departure of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. In France, the brutal heatwave didn't stop the massive street party, Fête de la Musique. Also: AI-generated influencers are flooding social media. Finally, can online chess mania replace doomscrolling?
The head of the French state-owned railway operator warned incidents could not be ruled out due to the high temperatures. The heatwave is having a strong impact on the rail network and can deform tracks and damage overhead electrical lines. This comes as many schools have also been forced to closed down. FRANCE 24's Andrew Hilliar tells us more.
UK is about to get his seventh prime minister since the Brexit vote after UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on June 22nd. The favourite is Andy Burnham, the mayor of Greater Manchester who's win in the Makerfield byelection increased pressure on Starmer. FRANCE 24's Clovis Casali tells us more.
Under pressure from the Trump administration, the Cuban government has announced a sweeping package of economic reforms — a historic opening, marking the gradual liberalisation of the communist regime. But the island is still running on empty: electricity rationed to a trickle, and chaos still the order of the day. An exclusive report from Havana.
High-level negotiations in Switzerland seeking a permanent end to the Iran war have ended, while technical talks will go on there for the rest of the week. US and Iranian delegation met for high-level talks following the recent signing of a "memorandum of understanding". However, the Iranian temporarily walked out after threats made by US President Donald Trump. Negotiators will seek to resolve s...
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday said he was stepping down as leader of the governing Labour Party and will leave office within weeks after growing pressure to hand over to a new leader who can try and revive the government’s flagging fortunes. Here's a look at the next steps in Britain's leadership contest.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigned on June 22, paving the way for Britain to have its seventh prime minister in just over a decade. Andy Burnham, who won a special parliamentary election a few days earlier, is the front-runner to replace him as Labour leader. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert tells us more about what led Starmer to his resignation.
It's time for the World Cup roundup! Mo Salah scored his third World Cup goal, allowing Egypt to get his first win in the tournament after 92 years. French fans are gearing up for their second game against Iraq in Philadelphia, while Norway is getting ready to play Senegal. FRANCE 24's Emily Boyles tells us what to know.
The first round of talks between the US and Iran has concluded in Switzerland. Iran has tied success in the talks to the end of the fighting in Lebanon, while US President Donald Trump has repeated his threats to resume attacks. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert tells us more about the ongoing negotiations.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday he would resign, with a new leader to be in place by the time parliament returns in September. With his popularity rating tumbling over his handling of the economy, pressure has been mounting on Starmer for months. It increased sharply on Friday when Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, won a parliamentary election to return to Westminster, pavi...
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced he is stepping down as head of the Labour party, after several days of mounting pressure following the election of his rival in a critical election Andy Burnham. He will remain prime minister until his successor is chosen. FRANCE 24's journalists tell us what to know.
The conflict in the Middle East has been a stark reminder that Europe pays a major cost for continuing to depend on imported fossil fuels. Soaring prices are threatening growth and fuelling inflation. Against this backdrop, investments in renewable energy are no longer about meeting climate targets. They are existential, and central to achieving competitiveness and strategic independence for Europ...
Andy Burnham is a political insider turned outsider who is the current frontrunner to replace Keir Starmer as Britain’s next prime minister. After losing two bids for the Labour Party leadership, Burnham focused on Greater Manchester, where he served as mayor and earned a “King of the North” moniker for railing over what he called the Conservative Party’s “London-centric” approach.
Rewatch as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces his resignation.
