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Ukraine strikes halt shipping on key wheat route as Russian fuel crisis deepens
• 9:00 PM
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Ukrainian drone strikes have brought shipping in the Sea of Azov to a near standstill, disrupting a corridor that carries up to a quarter of Russia's wheat exports and sending tremors through global grain and oil markets. They have also knocked out a sig
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How heatwaves are changing France's real-estate market
• 9:04 AM
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Crude oil prices surge as renewed US-Iran strikes fuel market fears. In France, real-estate agents say property buyers are changing priorities as heatwaves become more frequent. And Cuba suffers another nationwide blackout amid the impact of US sanctions
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Thursday, july 9, 2026
Nike and Adidas locked in World Cup standoff as tournament heats up
• 7:54 PM
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As the World Cup quarterfinals get under way, the race to number one between Nike and Adidas heats up. India and Australia sign a new uranium deal. And, OpenAI rolls out its newest model GPT-5.6 Sol to the general public.
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UniCredit closes in on Commerzbank takeover
• 9:11 AM
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Italy's second biggest bank, Unicredit, is closing in on a takeover of Germany's second biggest bank Commerzbank after saying it secured 47.6% of the lender's shares on Wednesday. The move is facing widespread opposition in Germany, notably from the fede
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Wednesday, july 8, 2026
IMF lowers 2026 global growth forecast to 3% but projects rebound in 2027
• 8:38 PM
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The IMF has cut its global growth forecast for the second time this year, flagging "uncertainty and risks" brought on by the war in Iran. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez responds to threats from Donald Trump that the US will cut off all trade with h
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US revokes waiver for Iranian oil sales amid renewed Gulf strikes
• 8:45 AM
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The US Treasury Department has announced it will no longer allow Iranian oil sales to be conducted in US dollars on global markets after several tankers were hit by projectiles while attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz. The move has left more than 6
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Tuesday, july 7, 2026
Undeterred by blasts, Macron says France ready to help rebuild Syria's economy
• 9:05 PM
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French President Emmanuel Macron said Tuesday that France is ready to help rebuild Syria's economy and banking sector, as he continued his Damascus visit undeterred by two bomb blasts near the hotel he was staying in.
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Samsung Electronics profits surge 1,800% annually amid artificial intelligence spending boom
• 9:30 AM
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South Korean chipmaker Samsung Electronics posted record quarterly profits Tuesday thanks to the global AI infrastructure buildout coupled with a memory chip shortage. Also in this edition, oil futures rise as tensions reignite in the Hormuz Strait and C
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Monday, july 6, 2026
OPEC raises output but cartel's future remains unsure
• 8:04 PM
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A handful of OPEC+ countries have agreed to increase their output targets from August, but the cartel is fighting for its survival after the UAE's departure. Also, A French company is using the River Seine to cool down Paris's buildings. Finally, Sky say
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Earthquake damage threatens Venezuela's beach tourism centers
• 2:25 PM
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The earthquakes that hit Venezuela in late June have devastated seaside towns where tourism has been a vital economic lifeline for an already struggling population. Also, tanker traffic picks up through the Strait of Hormuz, and Europe seeks to convince
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Sunday, july 5, 2026
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German reforms, Google's final EU defeat and a $20M Swift wedding?
• 9:38 PM
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In today’s edition, FRANCE 24's Charlotte Lam takes a look at Germany’s new tax and pension reforms, Google’s big loss in EU courts and the “Swiftonomics” bonanza that the star’s wedding could bring to New York City.
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Andy Burnham outlines his vision for UK economy with promise to raise living standards
• 3:17 PM
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Andy Burnham, the former mayor of Greater Manchester, is likely to be the next British prime minister following Keir Starmer's resignation. Central to Burnham's platform is improving living standards that have stagnated or even fallen since the 2008 glob
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EU top court rejects Google's appeal against record €4.1 billion antitrust fine
• 1:57 AM
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The European Court of Justice on Thursday dismissed Google's appeal against a record fine imposed by EU antitrust regulators eight years ago for using its Android operating system to block rivals, in a ruling likely to boost Europe's crackdown on Big Tec
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Wednesday, july 1, 2026
Why Anthropic's most powerful AI models are back online
• 5:20 PM
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Anthropic's Mythos 5 and Fable 5 are back online this Wednesday after the company said it had productive conversations with the US government. Also, Kevin Warsh makes his first public appearance as Federal Reserve chairman. Plus shares of Meta rise after
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Trump made over $1 billion thanks to crypto in 2025
• 9:34 AM
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US President Donald Trump made over a billion dollars with various crypto-related ventures in 2025, according to his annual financial disclosure report. The earnings, coming from royalties tied to the Trump memecoin and token sales from crypto firm World
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Tuesday, june 30, 2026
UK government likely to challenge Paramount takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery
• 7:53 PM
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The British government says it could step in to challenge Paramount Skydance's $110 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery. Also, French inflation slowed to just 1.8 percent in June year-on-year, down from 2.4 percent in May. Plus, more than 1 million
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French heatwave threatens food inflation as agriculture sector suffers
• 10:14 AM
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Tomatoes cook on the vine and cereal crops get scorched – climate change is hitting French agriculture, and shoppers are poised to bear the brunt of it. Also, the EU and China set an October deadline to make progress on trade disputes, while the ECB Chie
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Monday, june 29, 2026
South Korea bets big on AI with nearly a trillion dollars in investment
• 7:54 PM
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South Korea bets big on artificial intelligence with nearly $1 trillion worth of investment through 2029. Also in this edition, Comcast announces it will spin off NBCUniversal into a separate, publicly traded company. Plus France takes aim at Shein, Temu
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China, EU commerce ministers meet amid widening trade imbalance
• 10:36 AM
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EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic and his Chinese counterpart are meeting in Brussels as Europe prepares countermeasures to battle a flood of cheap imports. Also, oil prices climb after a weekend of renewed strikes between the US and Iran, and South K
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Friday, june 26, 2026
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Power outages and melting roads: Heatwave strains French infrastructure
• 8:55 PM
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Power outages, train delays, and melting roads – the current heatwave is straining France's infrastructure. Electricity provider EDF says it has had to reduce its nuclear power output, but that it still has enough capacity to meet demand. Also in the sho
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Massive AI spending and higher interest rates: What's behind the tech sell-off?
• 9:58 AM
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Tech stocks around the world fell on Tuesday, with the flagship Nasdaq index closing 2.2 percent down at the end of the session. In this edition, we look at how markets reacted this Wednesday and some of the reasons why investors sold their shares: massi
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World risks 'losing control of technology' without AI governance, Chinese PM warns
• 9:23 AM
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Chinese Premier Li Qiang on Wednesday warned of "serious consequences" if governments fail to step up regulation of artificial intelligence as he addressed the World Economic Forum in Dalian known as the "summer Davos".
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Tuesday, june 23, 2026
UN chief calls on AI firms to 'come clean' on environmental costs
• 9:04 PM
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As Europe swelters under a major heatwave, the high energy consumption of artificial intelligence has come into the spotlight. At a climate conference in London, UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres called on AI companies to disclose the environmental i
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US waives Iran oil sanctions as part of 60-day peace negotiations
• 9:17 AM
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The United States temporarily waived sanctions on Iranian oil exports on Monday, opening the door for Tehran to return to global energy markets as negotiations between the two countries continue. In this edition, we look at the impact this has had on oil
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Monday, june 22, 2026
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VivaTech 2026: Can AI become the next beauty adviser? L'Oréal thinks so
• 8:17 PM
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As consumers increasingly turn to AI assistants for advice and recommendations, companies are rethinking how they reach and engage with customers. Speaking to FRANCE 24 at VivaTech in Paris, L'Oréal Chief Digital and Marketing Officer Asmita Dubey explai
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VivaTech 2026: From startup to French unicorn, Pigment harnesses AI potential
• 5:07 PM
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How can Europe better support tech startups? That's a question being asked at VivaTech, Europe's biggest event for innovation and technology. Business Editor Kate Moody has been speaking to Eleonore Crespo – co-founder and co-CEO of Pigment, a business p
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VivaTech 2026: Bringing quantum computing from innovation to commercialisation
• 2:30 PM
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Can quantum computing change the way we solve problems? The emerging technology can tackle situations that are out of reach for classical computers, in industries including healthcare and finance. At the 10th annual VivaTech festival, Kate Moody visits I
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The startup betting on a European-made smartphone
• 2:10 PM
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With France's Emmanuel Macron and India's Narendra Modi championing the idea of tech sovereignty, French startup BeeAlp is trying to build a circular smartphone designed and manufactured in Europe. CEO Olivier Dufour joins FRANCE 24 to discuss the compan
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At the mercy of Silicon Valley? Europe exposed by Trump AI export ban
• 8:12 AM
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Is it better to persuade or to confront? French leader Emmanuel Macron is opting for the royal treatment with Donald Trump at Versailles, what with a dinner to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the King of France's support for the birth of a new nation.
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EY's Jad Shimaly on how AI is reshaping business and the workplace
• 12:06 AM
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From boosting productivity to transforming recruitment and consulting, artificial intelligence is changing the way companies operate. Speaking to FRANCE 24 at VivaTech in Paris, EY executive Jad Shimaly explains where AI is delivering results and what it
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Wednesday, june 17, 2026
VivaTech 2026: Rebuilding business models with AI
• 8:50 PM
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What role will artificial intelligence play in business development and daily life? It’s one of the questions dominating this year's VivaTech, Europe's biggest event focused on startups and innovation. Our Business Editor Kate Moody sat down with Julia W
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'AI agents' driving major shift in freelance hiring, Malt CEO says
• 2:06 PM
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Demand for skills linked to so-called AI agents has surged across Europe, according to new data from freelance marketplace Malt. At VivaTech 2026, CEO Vincent Huguet tells FRANCE 24 how companies are racing to hire AI talent, why demand is spreading beyo
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Tuesday, june 16, 2026
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'Civilians will be put in harm's way,' expert warns as first autonomous drone kills revealed
• 9:09 PM
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A senior figure in the Ukrainian defence industry has said that a test took place two years ago involving fully autonomous drones set to destroy anything in a given area, with confirmed casualties, according to a report in New Scientist. Speaking on FRAN
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Will the stars align for SpaceX's IPO?
• 8:34 PM
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Expectations are high for the IPO of SpaceX. The company – which includes rockets, satellites and AI units – could become one of the most valuable in the world following its market launch on Friday. Founder Elon Musk is set to retain near-total control o
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2026 World Cup set to generate nearly $41bn in economic output
• 8:58 AM
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As the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in Mexico this Thursday, we take a look at the tournament’s expected economic impact – both globally and on host countries. But the real winner, it seems, is FIFA, with record revenues forecast at $11 billion. Also in
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Wednesday, june 10, 2026
Wall Street counts down to SpaceX IPO
• 8:41 PM
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Wall Street is counting down to what could be the biggest market debut in history, with SpaceX preparing to go public. The IPO is expected to value the company at $1.75 trillion and make founder Elon Musk the world's first trillionaire. Also, US inflatio
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High ticket prices shroud 2026 FIFA World Cup in controversy
• 9:03 AM
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The 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico is on track to be the most expensive one ever for match-going fans. The cheapest general sale tickets for the final are four times as expensive as they were for the final in Qatar in 2022, and re
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Tuesday, june 9, 2026
EU orders Meta to reopen WhatsApp to rival AI assistants
• 8:48 PM
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The EU has ordered Meta to grant rival AI chatbots free access to its WhatsApp platform within five working days, while it completes its antitrust investigation into the company. Meta says it will appeal, accusing the EU of "regulatory overreach". Meanwh
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OpenAI submits confidential filing for market launch with US authorities
• 8:36 AM
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The maker of ChatGPT, OpenAI, has kicked off the process of selling its shares on public markets by submitting a confidential filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission on Monday. The AI startup is looking to capitalise on its dominant positio
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Temu faces €200m EU fine over toxic, unsafe products
• 8:39 PM
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The European Union has slapped a €200 million fine on Chinese retailer Temu for selling products considered toxic or unsafe, including baby toys and electronics. The e-commerce giant disputes the ruling, which came under the EU's Digital Services Act, re
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Space race heats up between US, China as NASA lays out Moon base plans
• 3:57 PM
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NASA has unveiled its plans to send humans to the Moon, which include establishing a permanent presence on Earth's nearest satellite by the 2030s. It comes as China moves ahead with its own lunar ambitions, launching three astronauts into outer space. FR
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Oil prices on the rise again as US-Iran fighting escalates
• 9:31 AM
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Benchmark prices for crude oil rose on Thursday as Iran said it targeted a US airbase in response to American air strikes. Commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, which had slightly ticked up in previous days, dwindled down to almost nothing aga
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Macron announces big investments at France's 'electrification team' meeting
• 9:02 AM
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French President Emmanuel Macron gave the country's plans to move away from fossil fuels another boost on Tuesday, announcing big private investments, including a €1 billion EV project from Stellantis. Some 200 companies signed onto a national pact to jo
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