Trump 'allocating himself a power that he does not have' on tariffs, expert says

• 8:30 PM

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The U.S. Supreme Court holds oral arguments on Wednesday over the legality of President Donald Trump's tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Speaking on FRANCE 24, Frederick T. Davis, Former Federal Prosecutor and Lecture

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Israel says arrested ex-military prosecutor after leaked abuse video

• 8:11 PM

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Israeli police arrested former military prosecutor Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, the national security minister said Monday, following a scandal that erupted after she leaked a video appearing to show soldiers abusing a Palestinian detainee. Tomer-Yerushalmi d

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Shein halts sales of sex dolls online after France slams their 'childlike' appearance

• 7:47 PM

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Asian e-commerce giant Shein said Monday it was banning sex dolls from sale online after France’s anti-fraud unit said “childlike” dolls of a likely pornographic nature were being sold on the company’s platform. The French finance minister has threatened

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Russia says its forces advance in ruins of Pokrovsk, Ukraine says defenders hold on

• 7:35 PM

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Russia said on Monday that its troops had advanced in the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, a transport and logistics hub that they have been trying to capture for over a year, but Ukraine said its forces were holding on. FRANCE 24's Camille Knight r

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White House to offer reduced food aid during shutdown after court order

• 7:28 PM

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The government will send partial food aid assistance to 42 million low-income Americans after federal courts last week ordered the Trump administration to use emergency funds for the payments during the shutdown, the White House said Monday. The emergenc

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Is Bill Gates right? Call to put climate resilience before rising temperatures

• 7:26 PM

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Is too much effort devoted to planet’s warming and not enough to helping humans adapt to the new normal? The Microsoft co-founder-cum-billionaire philanthropist turning the heat up on activists traveling to the Cop 30, the annual UN climate summit this y

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Former top lawyer of Israeli army arrested for leaking video of prisoner abuse

• 5:49 PM

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Israeli police arrested the military's former top lawyer, Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, who leaked a video showing the abuse of a Palestinian detainee. The video has triggered international outrage. France 24's Noga Tarnopolsky reports from Jerusalem.

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Reporters Without Borders head on group's list of 'press freedom predators'

• 5:44 PM

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The director general of Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has spoken to FRANCE 24 about the "series of crises" affecting journalism. Thibaut Bruttin hit out at the "return of violence against journalists" and the "erosion of support" for the protection of

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France: 2026 budget bill debate continues

• 4:59 PM

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French left-wing parties boycotted a budget meeting, demanding stronger tax justice measures. Without their support, the bill faces hurdles, while MPs reinstated an expatriation tax and debate on the Social Security Financing Bill continues ahead of the

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NY mayoral election: What Mamdani’s rise means for progressives

• 4:57 PM

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Progressive candidate Zohran Mamdani is leading the polls in New York’s mayoral race, focusing on economic concerns like cost of living and job security. Historian Michael Kazin analyzes why Mamdani is gaining support and what his potential victory could

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Medieval tower partially collapses in central Rome

• 4:50 PM

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The Torre dei Conti medieval tower in central #Rome was under renovation when it partially collapsed on November 3 just after 11:30 am local time. One worker is believed to be trapped alive under rubble, while three others were evacuated, with one taken

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Atrocities in Sudan's el-Fasher could constitute war crimes, ICC says

• 4:48 PM

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International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutors said Monday that atrocities committed by the paramilitary forces fighting Sudanese army troops in Sudan’s Darfur region “may constitute war crimes and crimes against humanity”. US officials said they were wo

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Israel warns of intensifying attacks against Hezbollah

• 4:30 PM

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Israel has hinted at expanding airstrikes in Lebanon, accusing Hezbollah of rearming despite last year’s ceasefire. Lebanese residents say the truce feels one-sided, as Israel continues to hit Hezbollah positions in the south. The ceasefire’s terms remai

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US: As New York votes, the Democratic Party’s future is on the line

• 4:28 PM

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New York faces a high-stakes mayoral election with progressive frontrunner Zohran Mamdani leading the race. His campaign focuses on tackling the city’s soaring cost of living, but questions remain over his support among Jewish voters amid deep divisions

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French fraud watchdog reports Shein for 'childlike' sex dolls

• 4:25 PM

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French authorities may block access to Shein after the fast-fashion retailer was found selling sex dolls with a childlike appearance. France’s consumer watchdog said the dolls’ descriptions and categorization made their child-pornographic nature clear, p

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Mali: UAE hostages freed amid JNIM threat to Bamako

• 4:23 PM

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Bamako may not be under the control of Jama'at Nusrat al‑Islam wal‑Muslimin (JNIM), yet, the threat looms if the group forms alliances that could push for Islamic governance. Roads remain blocked and jihadist forces continue to pressure the junta. Recent

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Afghanistan struck by another powerful earthquake

• 4:09 PM

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A powerful #earthquake killed at least 20 people in northern #Afghanistan, just months after the deadliest in the country's history. The 6.3-magnitude quake struck overnight near Mazar-e-Sharif, famous for its Blue #Mosque, which was partially damaged.

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Music show: Self Esteem is witty and wise on 'A Complicated Woman'

• 4:05 PM

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In this edition of our arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with Rebecca Lucy Taylor, aka Self Esteem. She's one of the UK's most exciting breakout stars of the last decade, with Grammy and Mercury nominations under her belt. Her music is a mix o

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No, these images do not show Saudi Arabia’s NEOM stadium

• 3:44 PM

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A viral video purports to show the NEOM Stadium – the venue slated for construction as part of the eponymous Saudi Arabian megaproject – perched atop a skyscraper. In reality, these AI-generated images, created by an online user, do not reflect the offic

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To peat, or not to peat? Scotch whisky's iconic ingredient at heart of climate concerns

• 3:10 PM

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In Scotland, whisky production is facing growing criticism over its environmental impact.Many distilleries still burn peat, a soil-like material that gives whisky its signature smoky flavour. But those same peat bogs are also vital carbon sinks, storing

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China sees rising popularity of drone displays

• 2:42 PM

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In China, large-scale drone shows are breaking records, with performances using over 15,000 drones to create spectacular images in the sky. While audiences are amazed by the precision and visual effects, technological glitches occasionally cause drones t

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Venezuela on edge: US strikes raise fears of regime change

• 2:40 PM

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President Trump remained ambiguous about potential US military action in Venezuela, acknowledging the possibility of regime change but denying any immediate plans for war. The U.S. has carried out strikes on vessels in the Caribbean and Pacific under cou

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Prop 50 in California: A battle over power and representation

• 2:38 PM

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Millions of Californians are heading to the polls this Tuesday for a special election. Voters will answer a simple yes or no question, but the outcome could have national implications. Proposition 50, a referendum, would grant predominantly Democratic la

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Second deadly earthquake in months strikes Afghanistan

• 2:26 PM

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A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck near Kholm, Afghanistan, causing damage and casualties, including the partial destruction of the historic Blue Mosque. Rescue efforts are underway, but poor infrastructure and reduced foreign aid pose significant challen

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The Bright Side: Indian women cricketers' World Cup win signals new era despite gender gap

• 1:07 PM

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Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed India's women cricketers for their “historic” victory over South Africa in the final of the Women’s World Cup on Sunday. Amid increasing investment in the women’s game, more Indian girls are seeing cricket as a

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Leader of Spain's Valencia region resigns over handling of deadly 2024 floods

• 11:57 AM

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The leader of Spain's Valencia region, Carlos Mazon, said on Monday he was stepping down one year after deadly floods that killed more than 230 people hit the region. Mazon, who has faced repeated calls for his resignation due to his handling of the natu

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Gaza's Yellow Line: A symbol of division and fear

• 11:46 AM

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The fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas continues to hold, but Palestinians are navigating around the "yellow line," a buffer zone marked by yellow concrete markers installed by the IDF, which cuts them off from their homes and creates a constant

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Israel maintains military presence in Southern Lebanon amid Hezbollah tensions

• 11:43 AM

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warned on Sunday that Hezbollah is attempting to rearm and threatened that Israel would attack if Lebanon does not disarm the militant group. This warning comes as the Israeli military reported killing four Hezbo

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Who is Zohran Mamdani, leading New York mayoral race?

• 11:41 AM

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Zohran Mamdani, a young socialist candidate, is the favorite to become the next mayor of New York City, galvanizing support among the youth and the left wing of the Democratic Party with his proposals for free childcare, free bus travel, and taxing the r

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Colombia's sex-cam models are abused 'slaves', investigation shows

• 10:56 AM

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PRESS REVIEW – Monday, November 3: An investigation by The Times of London sheds light on Colombia, the world's sex-cam capital. Over in the United States, we take a look at Zohran Mamdani's political campaign, which is inspiring politicians across Europ

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Tehran faces water crisis as dam nears drying point

• 10:42 AM

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Tehran faces a critical water shortage as the Amir Kabir dam, a major source of the capital’s drinking water, holds only 8% of its capacity. Authorities warn the dam can supply water for just two more weeks due to a historic drought. FRANCE 24's Saeed Az

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Israel confirms return of three hostages’ remains from Gaza

• 10:41 AM

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Israel has identified the remains of three army officers returned from Gaza, all killed in the October 7 attacks. Their return brings to 20 the total number of bodies released by Hamas since the mid-October ceasefire. Israel has criticized Hamas for the

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Mexican mayor killed during Day of the Dead celebrations

• 10:39 AM

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A mayor in Mexico ’s western state of Michoacan was shot dead in a plaza in front of dozens of people who had gathered for Day of the Dead festivities, authorities said. Local politicians in Mexico are frequently victims of political and organized crime

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Suspect charged with attempted murder over mass stabbing attack on UK train

• 10:20 AM

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UK police on Monday charged a 32-year-old man with attempted murder after a mass knife attack on a train Saturday evening left 11 people wounded, and revealed he may have stabbed two other people prior to the attack. The stabbing spree left passengers tr

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New York mayoral race: On the campaign trail with Zohran Mamdani

• 10:09 AM

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Zohran Mamdani, the Democratic candidate in New York City's mayoral race, is shaking up US politics. The 34-year-old could make history on Tuesday by becoming the city's first Muslim and South Asian mayor. His Socialist policies have electrified younger

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Tanzania's Hassan sworn in for new term as opposition says hundreds killed in election protests

• 10:08 AM

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Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan was inaugurated for a new term on Monday as opponents said hundreds of people died in the violent protests following her election victory. Hassan won the presidency with 98 percent of the vote after her two main c

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Trump threatens Nigeria over religious violence

• 10:02 AM

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US President Donald Trump on Saturday said he's ordered the Pentagon to begin planning for potential military action in Nigeria as he stepped up his allegations that the government is failing to rein in the persecution of Christians in the West African c

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Spain: Trial of top prosecutor gets underway in case rattling government

• 9:59 AM

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Spain’s top prosecutor, Álvaro García Ortiz, has gone on trial for allegedly leaking confidential case files about a businessman linked to the right-wing Madrid leader Isabel Díaz Ayuso. The case, seen as unprecedented, has shaken Prime Minister Pedro Sá

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A powerful earthquake kills at least 20 people in northern Afghanistan

• 9:57 AM

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A powerful, 6.3 magnitude earthquake shook northern Afghanistan before dawn Monday, killing at least 20 people and injuring more than 300 others, a health official said. FRANCE 24's Shahzaib Wahlah has more from the region.

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French MPs vote against wealth tax, setting scene for more political instability

• 9:35 AM

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French PM Sébastien Lecornu's second government may well be hanging by a thread after France's lower house of parliament rejected a wealth tax, as expected. Proposed by the left, the so-called Zucman tax would have imposed a minimum 2 percent levy on wea

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Israel confirms remains handed over by Hamas belong to three hostages

• 8:14 AM

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Israel confirmed on Monday that remains handed over by Hamas belonged to three Israeli military officers who had been taken captive by the group on October 7, 2023 and held in the Gaza Strip. Hamas has so far returned 20 surviving hostages and the remain

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Ligue 1: Lens mount to third in standings as they easily beat Lorient

• 6:31 AM

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In Ligue 1, RC Lens defeated Lorient (3-0) and are now third behind Paris and Marseille.

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On the trail of migrant smugglers 3/3: Gang war shootouts on a trafficking highway

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EXCLUSIVE. A motorway rest stop near Dijon became the site of a deadly bid for vengeance between migrant trafficking gangs in February 2025. An Iraqi migrant was killed and a police officer from France’s elite tactical unit wounded in a shootout that spa

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Rare espionage joke from China's Xi makes headlines in South Korea

• 5:33 AM

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China's leader Xi Jinping made headlines in South Korea over the weekend as he joked that a pair of smartphones he gifted to the country's president could be used for espionage. Experts said the unusually lighthearted exchange likely indicated closeness

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Trump downplays US war threat in Venezuela, says Maduro’s days are ‘numbered’

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President Donald Trump on Sunday downplayed the prospect of US military action in Venezuela but warned that President Nicolas Maduro’s “days are numbered”. The comments come as Washington boosts its military presence in the Caribbean and targets alleged

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At least 20 killed as magnitude-6.3 earthquake strikes northern Afghanistan

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A magnitude 6.3 earthquake struck northern Afghanistan overnight Sunday into Monday, killing more than 20 people and injuring more than 500, provincial officials said. The quake, at a depth of 28km (17 miles) near Mazar-i-Sharif, hit just two months afte

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UK strips Andrew of last remaining military title in latest shake-up over Epstein ties

• 1:09 AM

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The British government said on Sunday it would strip Andrew Mountbatten Windsor of his honorary title of vice-admiral, his last remaining military rank. Andrew lost his other military titles in 2022 when Queen Elizabeth II removed them after he was sued

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French government threatens to ban Shein if child-like sex dolls reappear

• 12:50 AM

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The French finance ministry says it will ban Chinese e-commerce giant Shein if child-like sex dolls reappear for sale on the site. Shein pulled the dolls after France's consumer watchdog said it discovered them last week. Under French law, distributing c

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Israel arrests ex-military legal chief who leaked video showing abuse of Palestinian detainee

• 12:42 AM

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Israeli police on Monday arrested former military advocate general Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi after she leaked a video appearing to soldiers abusing a Palestinian detainee. The arrest comes after Tomer-Yerushalmi announced her resignation at the end of last

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Trump threatens military action in Nigeria over alleged Christian killings

• 12:19 AM

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US President Donald #Trump threatened military action in Nigeria over alleged #Christian killings. In the days before he had also claimed Christianity was under threat there, echoing US Republican Senator Ted Cruz; who blamed the country for "mass murder

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