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28 Dec
German photographer Juergen Teller gives Eve Jackson a tour of his Paris show "I need to live" at the Grand Palais' massive temporary space in Paris. In the exhibition he displays around 800 works, including photos of Kim Kardashian, Victoria Beckham, Yves Saint Laurent and Vivienne Westwood, as well as more personal works of himself naked on his father's grave and images where his baby Iggy, named after Iggy Pop, recreates his most iconic photographs.
25 Dec
As his year of publicity madness draws to a close after winning the world's most prestigious prize for an English-language book in 2022 – the Booker – Sri Lankan writer Shehan Karunatilaka comes to FRANCE 24 to talk about the novel that made him famous. "The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida" is part murder mystery, part ghost story, part political satire and part gay love story. On his website he describes himself as a "Booker winner.
24 Dec
The Fortnite maker claimed the search engine giant abused its power to shield its app store from competition. Epic had lost a similar case against Apple, which is now under appeal.
24 Dec
As he presents his first film "Under the Sky" in Paris and prepares to launch his fashion line, Japanese superstar Yoshiki speaks to Eve Jackson about being both a heavy metal rock god selling out arenas since the 1980s with his group X Japan, as well as a classical composer and concert pianist who brings the house down in historic venues like the Royal Albert Hall and Carnegie Hall.
23 Dec
British artist and this year’s Turner Prize winner Jesse Darling talks about his prize-winning work which has been described as "delirious" and "juggling" with themes of Brexit, nationality, identity, bureaucracy, immigration and austerity.
23 Dec
From hanging Christmas trees from the ceiling to the "Père Fouettard", we take a look at some of France's end-of-year traditions. We also discuss debates over tipping at New Year, nativity scenes in public places and whether presents should be opened on December 24 or 25.
23 Dec
It's a treat synonymous with numerous holidays, from Valentine's Day and Easter to Halloween. But the Christmas season also has people worldwide craving chocolate in all its forms. It's on the table for Christmas meals, in stockings and advent calendars and even comes in the form of some of the world's favourite Christmas characters like Santa or his elves.
22 Dec
What exactly is ketamine? Friends of actor Matthew Perry said he used ketamine to treat depression. But it’s also used recreationally and as a sedative for children requiring sugery.
22 Dec
A campaign to restrict the use of rap music in court cases is gaining momentum. Those behind it say that playing such music stigmatises and stereotypes those on trial, particularly if they are young, Black and male.
21 Dec
Singer-songwriter Adele and footballers Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are among the celebrities caught up in the disinformation war between Israel and Hamas, as users claim they have expressed their support for Palestine. We tell you more in this edition of Truth or Fake.
21 Dec
With a thousand castles and almost as many churches, France’s south-western Périgord region is a paradise for lovers of ancient stones. Aude, 32, has inherited the fortress of Commarque. The young Parisian left everything behind to protect this 12th-century monument. Gastronomy is also a key part of life in the Périgord. In this region that cherishes quality produce, chef Pierre Corre cooks black truffles like no one else.
20 Dec
The US announces a coalition to fight Houthi rebels attacking shipping containers in the Red Sea, which has prompted shipping giants to boycott the strategic strait. Also: in a major shift, the Catholic Church will bless some same-sex couples. The crowning of this year's Miss France draws accusations of wokeism for her short hair.
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With less than 100 days to go until the Paris 2024 Olympics, we’re looking into whether or not they will be a healthy investment for Paris and France as a whole. Will the Games boost the French economy? Or will the costs outweigh the benefits?
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Film critic Lisa Nesselson speaks to Eve Jackson about the week's film news, including "The Fall Guy" with Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling, Philippe Caland's three films "Hollywood Buddha", "Ripple Effect" and "The Guru and the Gypsy", plus Luana Bajrami's "Phantom Youth". We finish with Lisa convincing Eve that a film about old French people is entertaining: Claus Drexel's documentary "Les Vieux", which translates as "Old Folks".
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The Iran-backed rebel group has begun to extend its power locally and regionally. However its policies are far from good governance, exacerbating the humanitarian situation and the economic crisis across Yemen.
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rge swathes of Asia continue to swelter though a dramatic heatwave that has topped temperature records all the way from India to the Philippines. Bangladesh has faced the hottest April on record, with temperatures forcing millions of children to stay home from school and making working in the scorching heat difficult for millions. The heatwave is also leading to water shortages. But that term is one that water supply expert Isha Ray from the University of California, Berkeley does not like. She has been speaking at a conference in Paris called "Facing Environmental Crisis in South Asia" and told us in Perspective why she thinks the term is misleading.
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Armed assailants kidnapped a senior judge in Pakistan's restive northwest, news media reported on Sunday, as the county experiences a surge in violence.
Some 15 men on motorbikes stopped the vehicle of Judge Shakirullah Marwat, according to officials cited by the AP news agency.