Macron’s manifesto, Schwarzenegger’s plea and singing in the streets
20 March 2022 |
8:03 am
We take a look at how the French papers are reacting to President Emmanuel Macron's unveiling of his campaign promises. The press is also praising a viral video by Arnold Schwarzenegger addressed to Russian soldiers. Finally, we hear how one student makes her worries fade away: by singing in the streets.
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