Mother Language Day: What it is, and why it’s important
At its core, this day is about more than just language – it's about the right to be heard, the right to express oneself authentically, and the right to access information in…
The Berlinale’s 75th selection of hard-hitting films
The Berlin Film Festival is known for its political nature and this year's edition is no exception, with elections in Germany casting a shadow over proceedings and calls for a boycott over…
Wellness, toxic masculinity and filthy rich holidaymakers: ‘The White Lotus’ returns
TV critic Dheepthika Laurent has been dipping her toes into the luxury waters of "The White Lotus" resort, as the series returns for a third season. The major ingredients of Mike White's…
Bereaved US mother sues social media firms over dangerous trend of ‘subway surfing’
Young people in New York City are climbing on top of trains for thrills. The dangerous phenomenon, known as subway surfing, has been around for decades but is seeing a revival that…
A closer look at the culture of striking and protesting around the world
February 18 marks the Global Day of Action for the Right to Strike. We speak to FRANCE 24's Florence Villeminot and take a closer look at striking culture around the world and…
Julianne Moore’s “Freckleface Strawberry” book pulled from school shelves
Actress and author Julianne Moore says it was a « great shock » to hear that her children’s book was among those removed from American public schools, after an executive order from…
France’s Victor Le Masne to tour with Olympic composition
Victor Le Masne's career has seen him go from touring indie pop clubs and festivals with his band Housse de Racket to conducting world-famous orchestras.…
Panama Canal caught in power struggle as US and China vie for trade dominance
The Panama Canal is one of several territories that US President Donald Trump says he wants the US to take control of, amid concerns about China's influence over the waterway. What worries…
‘Playing with fire’: European leaders convene for emergency summit in Paris
European leaders flock to Paris to discuss an uncertain future, as US President Donald Trump excludes both Ukraine and Europe from peace talks with Russia.…
Sewage scandal: The dirty secret polluting England and Wales
Since Brexit, the UK is no longer subject to European water quality standards. In England and Wales, floods of untreated wastewater have been discharged into rivers and seas, harming the health of…