Malawi prepares for elections as cost of living tops voters’ concerns

• 8:45 PM

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On Tuesday, 7.2 million registered voters in Malawi will head to the ballot boxes for a day of voting in three elections: presidential, parliamentary and local. In the presidential election, incumbent president Lazarus Chakwera is seeking a second term i

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Reports of heavy bombings and IDF tanks in centre

• 8:15 PM

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'A ring of fire around Gaza City'. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky reports from Jerusalem amid reports of heavy bombings and Israeli army tanks in the strip capital. She says this is the largest escalation since Israel initiated the plan to take over all of

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Venezuela's Maduro vows to resist US 'aggression', calls Rubio 'lord of death'

• 7:52 PM

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Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Monday said Caracas would defend itself from US "aggression" as he lashed out at US Secretary of State Marco Rubio over his tough rhetoric on drug cartels and warned that communications with Washington had "broken d

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'This is an attempt to prevent government turnover through the ballot box'

• 7:40 PM

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An Ankara court on Monday adjourned a key hearing into alleged vote buying that could upend the leadership of Turkey's main opposition CHP party, which has been battling a growing array of legal challenges. Speaking on FRANCE 24's, Berk Esen, Associate P

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Spanish PM wants Israel banned from international sports events after chaos at cycling race

• 6:43 PM

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday reiterated his "deep admiration" for pro-Palestinian protesters who forced the abandonment of the Vuelta's final stage. However, the head of Spain's premier cycling race delivered a stern rebuke, calling the

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Duplantis soars to new pole vault record and retains world title

• 6:41 PM

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Armand 'Mondo' Duplantis said a raucous Tokyo crowd was "the difference maker" as he set yet another world pole vault record on Monday, four years after triumphing at the pandemic-troubled Olympics in the same stadium. FRANCE 24's Caroline Baum reports.

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While Washington waivers: Can Europeans deter Russia and its drones?

• 6:09 PM

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Seems that summoning ambassadors for a scolding somehow won't be enough. After last week’s unprecedented wave of Russian drones that landed in Poland, it's Romania’s turn to scramble fighter jets and call in Kremlin's envoy.

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Texas restaurants pay price for ICE raids as scared customers stay home

• 4:21 PM

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As Donald Trump’s crackdown on immigrants without papers intensifies, restaurant owners in Texas say the frequent raids by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) are taking a huge toll on business, with most workers and customers staying home for f

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US says ‘framework’ deal for transfer of TikTok ownership agreed with China

• 4:18 PM

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The United States on Monday announced a “framework” deal with China to resolve a longstanding dispute over TikTok that would transfer the Chinese-owned app to US-controlled ownership. US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping are e

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Have world-first labour rights in Belgium changed the lives of sex workers?

• 3:47 PM

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In 2024, Belgium passed pioneering legislation granting sex workers full employment rights, including access to maternity leave, health insurance, unemployment benefits and pension rights. ENTR visited the country to understand what difference the new la

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Is Moscow declaring war on NATO?

• 3:43 PM

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The Kremlin declared on Monday that NATO is already at war with Russia, arguing that the alliance's strong and unwavering support for Ukraine leaves no need for further evidence. This statement is likely to heighten concerns among NATO members, especiall

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Women accused of Syria terrorism conspiracy express 'deep regret' as Paris trial opens

• 3:32 PM

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Three French women, including Jenifer Clain, are standing trial in Paris for allegedly conspiring to join the Islamic State in Syria, taking their eight children with them. They face charges of terrorism-related offenses, with prosecutors highlighting th

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Final stage of Spain's Vuelta abandoned after police clash with pro-Palestinian protesters

• 3:28 PM

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🚴🇪🇸 The final stage of #Spain's #Vuelta #cycling race was abandoned on Sunday afternoon as #cyclists were entering #Madrid after police clashed with pro-#Palestinian protesters in the Spanish capital's centre

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Arab leaders meet to condemn Israel, but struggle to find concrete action

• 3:14 PM

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In Doha, an emergency meeting condemned Israel’s attacks on Hamas leaders in Qatar, but many Arab nations are limited to diplomatic condemnations, with economic interests and the Abraham Accords complicating action. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco

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Three French women accused of ties to Islamic State group go on trial in Paris

• 3:13 PM

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Three French women accused of joining the Islamic State (IS) group in Syria and taking their eight children with them went on trial in Paris on Monday. Among them is Jennyfer Clain, niece of the jihadist propagandists who claimed responsibility on behalf

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Devastation in Gaza: Survivors struggle amid intensifying bombings

• 3:13 PM

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At least 16 Palestinians have died on Monday in strikes on Gaza City as Israel intensifies its bombing campaign across the enclave. Meanwhile, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with the Israeli Prime Minister, and Arab leaders gather in Qatar. Sola

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What to know about the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination

• 2:30 PM

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Authorities are still investigating the motive behind the fatal shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, with suspect Tyler James Robinson, 22, arrested on suspicion of aggravated murder. While Robinson’s leftist ideology

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France sees week of turmoil with protests, new PM and credit rating downgrade

• 2:13 PM

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It's been a turbulent week in France. On Monday, François Bayrou lost his job as prime minister after calling for a confidence vote. He was trying to get his fellow lawmakers to pass an austerity budget. On Tuesday, French President Emmanuel Macron named

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Pole vaulter Duplantis breaks world record for 14th time at Tokyo world championships

• 2:01 PM

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Swedish pole vaulter Armand "Mondo" Duplantis broke the world record for a staggering 14th time at the world championships in Tokyo on Monday, clearing the bar at 6.30 metres after securing his third straight world title.

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Fitch downgrade casts shadow over new French prime minister's budget battles

• 1:35 PM

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Fitch's downgrade of France's credit rating has cast a pall over newly installed Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu as he begins talks to draft a budget, while unions plan strikes over spending cuts and employers protest against the threat of tax hikes. Ci

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Spain's Sanchez calls for Israel sports ban as cycling authorities slam Vuelta chaos

• 1:28 PM

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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Monday said Israel should be banned from international sport over the Gaza war, just like Russia was penalised over its invasion of Ukraine. His call came as cycling’s governing body condemned mass protests that di

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'A space where you can be yourself': Amandine Gay on her TV series 'Ballroom'

• 1:14 PM

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The director and producer of a new television series here in France has spoken of her delight at being able to feature France's LGBTQ+ community in a place where they feel safe. Amandine Gay is the woman behind "Ballroom" – a series that features the art

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Dr. Hellyer warns that Gulf region no longer regards U.S. as a dependable security partner

• 11:44 AM

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio vowed Washington would provide unwavering support to Israel in achieving its goals in Gaza as he called for the eradication of Hamas. Meanwhile, leaders from Arab, Muslim countries are gathering for an emergency summit i

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Rubio is in Israel in wake of Qatar attack as strikes intensify in northern Gaza

• 11:26 AM

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in Israel as its military intensifies attacks on northern Gaza, destroying several high-rise buildings and killing at least 13 Palestinians. His two-day visit comes amid an emergency summit in Qatar with Arab leaders,

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'Treasure Island': Kuwait uncovers its past through archaeology

• 11:16 AM

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Long perceived as a young state with little past, Kuwait intends to write its own history. In this Gulf emirate of 4 million inhabitants, archaeology has become a national priority, accounting for a quarter of the cultural budget. Excavations are being c

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Afghanistan's Taliban regime is waging 'war on all forms of secular education'

• 10:40 AM

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PRESS REVIEW – Monday, September 15: While the US and the Taliban are developping "bilateral relations", papers report on the regime's "war" on secular education. Also: after pro-Palestinian protests cut the Vuelta cycling race short, an opinion piece sa

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'Violence, hooliganism, fraud: Far-right populist Nigel Farage regards Tommy Robinson as too fringe'

• 10:10 AM

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday Britain would not tolerate people feeling intimidated "because of their background or the colour of their skin" after a large far-right protest was marked by battles with police. In his first comments on Saturday's

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Au revoir, imported red roses: France's flower industry bounces back

• 9:57 AM

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From carrot flowers to potting soil made of concrete waste – could local, organic and eco-friendly bouquets be the future of floristry? In France, nine out of 10 flowers are imported, but that's starting to change. After decades of being overshadowed by

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In Turkey, opposition leader ruling delayed

• 9:55 AM

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An Ankara court on Monday adjourned a key hearing into alleged vote buying that could upend the leadership of Turkey's main opposition CHP party, which has been battling a growing array of legal challenges. after more than an hour's debate, the judge adj

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Arab and Islamic leaders meet in Qatar after Israeli attack on Hamas

• 9:53 AM

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Arab and Islamic leaders gather in Qatar on Monday for an emergency summit following an Israeli attack on Hamas leaders in Doha. The meeting aims to show unity and increase pressure on Israel. Iranian, Turkish, and Palestinian leaders are expected to att

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Live: Rubio promises 'unwavering support' to Israel in the Gaza war

• 9:51 AM

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Monday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem and promised “unwavering support” to Israel in the Gaza war. Their talks came as Qatar prepared to hold a summit with leaders from Arab and Muslim co

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Israel intensifies Gaza assault, residents flee South

• 9:50 AM

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Israel's military continues its assault on Gaza City, bombing a residential tower on Sunday after evacuation orders. Airstrikes have intensified as Israel plans to seize the city, urging residents to flee south. However, areas near Khan Younis in the sou

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Turkey: Thousands rally for CHP amid legal crackdown on leadership

• 9:49 AM

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Tens of thousands of people rallied in Ankara to support Turkey's main opposition party, the CHP, amid a legal crackdown, including accusations against party chairman Özgür Özel. The party faces mounting judicial attacks, especially after a major local e

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Chinese officials hold talks in Spain, respond to Trump tariff threat

• 9:20 AM

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U.S. and Chinese officials began talks in Madrid on Sunday to address their strained trade relations, including key issues like the looming divestiture deadline for Chinese short video app TikTok. The discussions also focused on Washington’s demands that

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Ricky Hatton, former world boxing champion, dies at 46

• 9:18 AM

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Former boxing world champion Ricky Hatton has died at 46, weeks after announcing a comeback fight. He was found dead at his home in Hyde, England. Greater Manchester Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious. Tributes have poured in for th

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'Adolescence,' 'The Studio' dominate television's Emmy Awards

• 9:17 AM

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Searing teen murder saga "Adolescence" was the big winner at Sunday's Emmy Awards, claiming eight prizes including best limited series, while "The Pitt" prevailed in a tight race for best drama at television's equivalent of the Oscars. Seth Rogen's Holly

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Three jihadist women from same family back from Syria on trial in Paris

• 8:47 AM

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Three jihadist women from the same family, back from Syria, are on trial in Paris. They are being judged by the special assize court starting this Monday. The women are suspected of having belonged to the terrorist group Islamic State (IS) in Syria. FRAN

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Spanish Vuelta final stage cut short after more pro-Palestinian protests

• 8:46 AM

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Pro-Palestinian protesters interrupted the final stage of the Spanish Vuelta and forced organizers to cut the race short on Sunday, capping a campaign of disruptions to the Grand Tour cycling event.

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Aid flotilla carrying Greta Thunberg sets sail from Tunisia to challenge Gaza blockade

• 8:11 AM

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A convoy of around 20 boats carrying humanitarian aid and pro-Palestinian activists, including Greta Thunberg, set sail from Tunisia Monday in an attempt to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza. After delays and drone attacks, the flotilla aims to establish a

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France's Jimmy Gressier takes shock gold in 10,000m world championships

• 6:17 AM

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France's Jimmy Gressier became world champion in the 10,000 metres on Sunday in Tokyo. He is the ninth French athlete to become world champion in an individual event.

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Actor Owen Cooper from 'Adolescence' becomes youngest Emmy winner at 15

• 5:33 AM

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Searing teen murder saga "Adolescence" was the big winner at Sunday's Emmy Awards, claiming eight prizes including best limited series, while "The Pitt" prevailed in a tight race for best drama at television's equivalent of the Oscars. 15-year-old Owen C

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‘Adolescence’ leads Emmys with 8 wins as ‘The Studio’ claims comedy crown

• 3:51 AM

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Searing teen murder saga “Adolescence” swept Sunday’s Emmy Awards with eight trophies including best limited series, while HBO Max’s “The Pitt” won best drama. Seth Rogen’s Hollywood satire “The Studio” dominated comedy, taking best series and a record 1

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'Adolescence': Teenage fury and a historic Emmy win

• 12:58 AM

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In this episode of arts24, Eve Jackson is joined by Dheepthika Laurent to break down the standout moments from the 2025 Emmy Awards, including the history-making win for "Adolescence". The British drama shocked and moved audiences with its portrayal of a

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How Nepalese police shot at protesters with ‘military-grade ammunition’

• 12:50 AM

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The Nepalese police used lethal weapons against protesters gathered on September 8 to protest government corruption. At least 19 people were killed and more than 300 were wounded on that day, according to an official count. Our Observers describe unprece

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Female jihadists accused of criminal conspiracy face trial in Paris

• 12:50 AM

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Three French women including a niece of notorious jihadist propagandists went on trial on Monday, accused of travelling to the Middle East to join the Islamic State group and taking their eight children with them. One of the women is Jennyfer Clain, a 34

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US shows clear support to Israel after Hamas leaders targeted in Qatar

• 12:47 AM

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met Monday with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as Israel's vital ally voices unease over air strikes on Qatar that threaten to derail already flailing attempts to reach a Gaza ceasefire. In the press conferenc

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Russia tests supersonic missiles in major joint Belarus exercises

• 12:46 AM

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Russia conducted large-scale military exercises with Belarus over the weekend, showcasing a range of advanced weapons, including supersonic missiles and bombers. The 'Zapad' drills, which occur every four years, raised concerns among NATO countries, espe

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REPLAY: Press conference with Marco Rubio and Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem

• 12:24 AM

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Watch the press conference between Marco Rubio and Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on September 14 during the US Secretary of State's visit to Israel.

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Qatar PM urges world to end 'double standards' and hold Israel accountable

• 12:00 AM

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Qatar’s prime minister urged the international community on Sunday to reject “double standards” and hold Israel accountable after an unprecedented strike on Hamas members in Doha. The attack, condemned even by President Donald Trump, prompted an emergenc

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