Teachings from a family restaurant: Author Curtis Chin on his childhood in 1980s Detroit
When you think of the biggest life lessons you've picked up over the years, you might think about things you learned from your parents, a teacher or a job. But how about…
Robert De Niro honoured on opening night at the Cannes Film Festival
In arts24 in Cannes, film critic Emma Jones joins culture editor Eve Jackson on opening night to discuss what to look out for at the 78th Cannes Film Festival, as film greats…
Could free public transportation cut city emissions?
The French city of Montpellier has become the latest to offer free public transport for residents. The scheme is being financed by local companies. It's part of a wider move to make…
New exhibition explores little-known collaboration between Matisse and daughter Marguerite
French painter Henri Matisse was one of the undisputed masters of 20th-century art, particularly known for his incredible use of colour. You may know Matisse's work but you are probably less familiar…
From Kazakhstan to Hollywood: Equestrian stuntmen coveted by film studios
Specialising in combat and equestrian aerobatics, Kazakhstan supplies many of the stuntmen for Hollywood productions such as "Mulan" and "Napoleon". With its spectacular landscapes and recognised expertise, the country is becoming a…
Why do women live longer than men?
Women generally live longer than men due to a combination of biological, genetic, and social factors. While the exact reasons are complex, several factors contribute to the difference in lifespan, including hormonal…
NollywoodWeek organisers promise ‘more daring’ and ‘diverse’ films at Paris festival
Nollywood – Nigerian cinema – is the world's second-largest film industry in terms of output and has evolved a great deal since emerging in the 1990s. However, it still faces challenges as…
Lights, camera, Africa: Acclaimed actress Aïssa Maïga on the festival circuit
Lagos meets Paris. From May 7 to 11, The NollywoodWeek Film Festival is back in the French capital for its 2025 edition. This year, the festival is under the patronage of acclaimed…
Beninese-French diva Angélique Kidjo lights up FEMUA 2025 Festival
She is a music legend whose voice and presence have shaped generations beyond the African continent. Beninese-French singer Angélique Kidjo is a multi-Grammy award winner but also a fierce advocate for education,…
Photojournalist tells of ‘shocking’ reality for civilians displaced by DR Congo conflict
Despite ongoing peace talks, fighting continues in parts of DR Congo between local forces and Rwanda-backed M23 rebels. The M23 has taken control of much of the eastern part of DR Congo…