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Trump approves Epstein files release, splitting MAGA supporters

Under growing political pressure, former President Trump approved the release of Jeffrey Epstein’s files, which could include references to him. The move has sparked a split within the MAGA base, with some supporters backing transparency while others vie

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Nvidia's upbeat forecast for future demand calms 'AI bubble' fears

The world's most valuable company, US chipmaker Nvidia, posted better-than-expected results for the latest quarter, showing a 62 percent annual increase in revenue. The positive earnings report prompted a rise in global stock markets after days of losses

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Indonesia: Hundreds of Indonesians flee homes after volcano erupts

Pacific Asia • 10:45 AM

Mount Semeru in eastern Java erupted on November 19, throwing ash and gas more than 13 kilometres (eight miles) away and forcing officials to raise the alert status to its highest level.

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Cristiano Ronaldo's White House billionaire selfie goes viral

PRESS REVIEW - Thursday, November 20, 2025: Today marks 50 years since the death of Spanish dictator Francisco Franco. We take a look at front pages from past and present and evaluate the impact of Franco on the rise of the right today. In France, the de

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Spain confronts Franco’s legacy as symbols of the dictatorship persist

Half a century after Franco’s death, his legacy still sparks debate in Madrid. Portraits and memorabilia glorifying the dictator are sold at markets, attracting curious buyers, including young people. Controversial Francoist monuments, like an archway an

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Spain marks 50th anniversary of Franco's death

Europe • 10:26 AM

50 years after the death of the dictator Francisco Franco, the dictator remains a divisive figure in Spain. The government of Socialist Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced this week it would publish a list of Francoist symbols that are left in public

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80 years since the start of the Nuremberg trials

Europe • 10:25 AM

The 80th anniversary of the Nuremberg Trials marks the beginning of the landmark military tribunals in Nuremberg, Germany, in 1945. These trials prosecuted key Nazi leaders for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and genocide, setting an enduring preced

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Gaza: Israeli strikes leave at least 27 dead

Israeli air strikes on Gaza killed 27 people Wednesday, officials in the Strip said, with Israel and Hamas each accusing the other of violating the fragile ceasefire in the Palestinian territory. The strikes were among the deadliest in Gaza since the tru

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Spain's far-right resurgence raises spectre of Franco 50 years after his death

Europe • 10:19 AM

Half a century after Spanish dictator Francisco Franco's death, creeping support for the party's far right reveals a grim battle over the legacy of his fascist regime.

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US: Donald Trump says he signed the bill to release Epstein files

The fallout from Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse of minors continues to shake Washington, D.C., years after his death. On Tuesday, the US Congress passed a bill requiring the Justice Department to release all files related to the convicted sex offender. Presiden

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US peace proposal would see Ukraine giving up land, arms

A new US peace proposal leaked from top officials, it would require Ukraine to make sweeping concessions, including ceding territory, recognizing Russia’s control over Crimea and other occupied regions, and cutting its military to 400,000 troops. The dra

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Trump to meet with New York Mayor-elect Mamdani at White House on Friday

US President Donald Trump will meet with New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani in the Oval Office Friday, the president and Mamdani's spokesperson confirmed. Trump repeatedly threatened to withhold federal funding from the city of 8 million people during t

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After toppling a government, young Nepalis drive a new wave of voters and candidates

Pacific Asia • 6:13 AM

With fresh elections set for March 2026, Nepalis spurred on by the September protests that brought down a government are registering to vote in record numbers – or running for office themselves.

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Australia cedes hosting COP31 to Turkey, frustrating Pacific islands

Australia has touted its decision to cede next year’s COP summit to Turkey as a “big win”, but the move has sparked disappointment across the Pacific, where island nations had hoped co-hosting COP31 would elevate their climate fight – and are now questio

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Brazil struggles to secure COP30 climate deal as fossil fuel divide persists

Brazil fell short of clinching an early climate deal at COP30 on Wednesday, as divisions over fossil fuels and climate finance persisted. President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva remained upbeat, saying progress is possible in the summit’s final days, while t

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The Bright Side: French scientists probe mRNA's potential to take on cancer

French scientists in a lab in Orleans are turning their attention to the potential of mRNA – molecules used to quickly develop Covid-19 vaccines – to help patients effectively fight cancerous tumours.

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Trump signs bill releasing Epstein documents amid fears of cover-up

US President Donald Trump signed the Epstein Files Transparency Act on Wednesday, ordering the release of government records on convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. The bipartisan move marks a reversal of his previous opposition, but lawmakers warn re

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Israeli air strikes kill 27 in Gaza as fragile ceasefire frays

Israeli air strikes on Gaza killed 27 people on Wednesday, according to local officials, as Israel and Hamas traded accusations of breaching a fragile ceasefire that has largely held for more than a month. The violence unfolded alongside renewed Israeli

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Gang-wracked Haiti unites to celebrate first World Cup qualification in 50 years

Fireworks cracked over Port-au-Prince and crowds poured into the streets as Haiti erupted in a rare moment of national unity, celebrating the country’s historic qualification for the 2026 World Cup. In a brief respite from months of gang-driven turmoil,

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US peace plan asks Ukraine to cede territory, government source says

A new peace proposal from the United States requires Kyiv to cede land controlled by Russia and reduce its army's size by more than half, according to a Ukrainian senior official.

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Yesterday

Trump pledges to end Sudan war, marking major shift in US stance

Africa • 11:02 PM

US President Donald Trump pledged Wednesday to intervene in Sudan’s brutal civil war after a request from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, marking a sharp shift for a conflict he admitted had been “not on my charts” until now.

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Rights groups slam EU for rolling back AI data protection rules

The European Union has proposed plans to ease the bloc's strict data protection rules and delay central parts of its new AI law. Brussels says the aim is to boost innovation and competitiveness of European firms by cutting red tape, but digital rights gr

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South Africa says charter flights part of plan ‘to clear’ Palestinians from Gaza

In tonight's edition: South Africa says it will not accept any more mysterious charter flights carrying Palestinians into its territory. Also, Madagascar's interim leader has unveiled a 300-kilogram emerald gemstone he says was found inside the president

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'Operation Matryoshka': Russian propaganda machine exploits 2015 Paris attacks

A series of French newsrooms – including France 24 – have been targeted and impersonated by a Russian disinformation campaign. The operation capitalised on the recent 10th anniversary of the 2015 Paris attacks, to sow division and discredit President Emm

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Morocco football star Hakimi named African Footballer of the Year

Achraf Hakimi on Wednesday became the first defender in over half a century to win African Footballer of the Year at the 2025 CAF Awards in Rabat, topping Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen after a trophy-filled season with PSG.

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‘Trump’s Achilles heel’: US president under fire over handling of Epstein files

Ever since he first ran for president in 2015, Donald Trump has claimed that to “drain the swamp”, America needs a leader who knows where “the bodies are buried” in the corrupt circles of Wall Street and Washington. So why has the MAGA base turned again

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Taiwan tensions: China-Japan row hits trade and travel amid escalating rhetoric

Tensions between Japan and China are escalating after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi suggested Japan might defend Taiwan against a Chinese invasion. In response, Beijing has suspended Japanese seafood imports and issued travel warnings, prompting Japan to

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Romania, Moldova, Poland... Incursions in the airspace of NATO allies continue

Europe • 5:09 PM

The European Union's Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas stressed on Wednesday that the bloc's critical infrastructure needs more protection and that there is more work to do to speed up Europe's military growth in light of recent incursions into the territ

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Football: Curaçao’s first-ever World Cup berth

#Curaçao, a small Caribbean island, has qualified for the #football #WorldCup for the first time in its history. Panama and Haiti have also secured their place at the tournament, which will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026 in the United States,

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Netanyahu visits Israeli troops inside Syrian buffer zone as tensions rise

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited troops stationed in Syria’s UN-patrolled buffer zone on Wednesday, praising their role in Israel’s defence as Damascus condemned the rare trip beyond the ceasefire line.

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The EU has found 'a sense of purpose' in providing economic, military support for Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held talks with Turkey's president and was due to meet US Army officials in Kyiv later in the week, as word emerged that Washington was secretly exploring peace conditions with Russia. For in-depth analysis and a de

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'Moscow believes battlefield realities favour them: Kyiv's defence lines, air defence overstretched'

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is in Turkey for talks to revive peace efforts to end the war with Russia. All the while, Axios is reporting that the Trump administration is secretly working with Russia draft a new 28-point plan to end the war in

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Lula returns in Belem to UN COP30 talks unlock negociations

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva arrived in Belem on Wednesday to attend the COP30 summit in a rare late-stage visit by a host country, as negotiators enter the final stages of hammering out a climate deal. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondent

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Ukraine: At least 25 killed in Russian strike in the west of the country

A large Russian drone and missile barrage on Ukraine's western city of Ternopil killed at least 25 people, including three children, authorities said Wednesday, as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Turkey in search of diplomatic support for his fi

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Louvre unveils new surveillance plan in wake of crown jewels heist

The Louvre will roll out new surveillance cameras and anti-intrusion systems after last month’s jewels heist, its director said Wednesday, announcing more than 20 emergency measures to bolster security at the world’s most visited museum.

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Japanese seafood caught up in escalating diplomatic dispute with China

Pacific Asia • 3:14 PM

China has announced it will ban all imports of Japanese seafood, two government officials in Tokyo said on Wednesday, in what appears to be the latest salvo in an escalating diplomatic dispute between Asia's top two economies. Story by Bryan Quinn.

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Nicki Minaj defends Donald Trump's Christian genocide claim in Nigeria

Africa • 3:12 PM

Rapper Nicki Minaj took up President Donald Trump’s allegations that Christians are persecuted in Nigeria, saying Tuesday at a United Nations event organized by the U.S. that she wants to shine a spotlight on “the deadly threat.” Story by Ellen Gainsford

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Ariana Grande takes over Oz: 'Wicked: For Good' sparks frenzy, hype and a shocking premiere scare

Film critic Emma Jones joins Eve Jackson to unpack Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's show-stopping return to Oz in Jon M. Chu’s "Wicked: For Good", the blockbuster sequel landing with sky-high expectations, brand-new music and even a headline-grabbing in

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Trump's ex-ally Marjorie Taylor Greene turns critic, the MAGA coalition fractures

Republican representative Marjorie Taylor Greene has fired up tensions with Donald Trump and the MAGA movement after her recent shift in rhetoric made her a surprising critic of the party she once staunchly supported. Story by Liza Kaminov.

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‘They feel forgotten’: 30,000 West Bank residents remain displaced 10 months after Israeli operation

Ten months after Israel’s “Iron Wall” operation in the occupied West Bank, more than 30,000 people remain displaced from three refugee camps. In recent weeks, some of those displaced have been staging protests, demanding the right to return to their home

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Israel strikes southern Lebanon amid rising tensions with Hezbollah

Israel launched fresh strikes in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, hours after a drone attack killed one person and wounded students on a passing bus, as clashes with Hezbollah continued.

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Tanguys and trad sons: When the kids won't leave!

Adults who still live with their parents are a societal phenomenon that goes by many names. In this episode, we look at why it's called "Tanguy" in France, and we take a deep dive into the countries where young adults leave first and last. We also discus

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Ukraine: Massive Russian strikes hit western region

Europe • 2:15 PM

#Ukraine is on high alert on November 19 after another night of #Russian bombardment. The strikes left at least 20 dead in #Ternopil, in the west, and more than forty injured in the Kharkiv region in the east. These latest large-scale attacks come as Pre

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Proposed bill to make incest a specific crime in France welcomed by children's groups

A new bill submitted to the French Senate is hoping to make incest a standalone criminal offence – a move that has been long awaited by children's rights groups. Speaking to FRANCE 24, Iris Ané from the Face à l'inceste organisation highlighted the fact

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EU moves to delay 'high-risk' AI rules amid pressure to boost innovation

Europe • 1:03 PM

The European Commission on Wednesday proposed easing key AI and data privacy rules to help Europe’s tech sector compete globally, despite criticism that the bloc is retreating from its role as a digital watchdog.

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Prestige, power, and the politics of Louvre leadership: 'They think they are kings of the world'

As the Louvre stands beneath its timeless grandeur, the institution finds itself at a fragile crossroads. In a candid interview with Oliver Farry, French Art Historian and Editor-in-Chief of La Tribune de l’Art, Didier Rykner sounds the alarm, not just o

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World's first kiss traced back 21 million years

PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, November 19, 2025: First, migrants in Dunkirk are living in desperate conditions, while the "one in, one out" policy continues to be controversial in the United Kingdom. Next, Gustav Klimt's portrait of Elisabeth Lederer has bec

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Louvre's crown jewels still missing despite continued efforts to track them down

It has been one month since multiple royal and imperial jewels were stolen from the Louvre in an unprecedented heist. What stage is the investigation at? Story by France 2 and Simon Moritz.

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'Solar Mamas': Program trains Zanzibar women as solar power technicians

Although the semi-autonomous Tanzanian archipelago of Zanzibar has been boosting its tourism industry in recent years, it remains largely a rural village society, where half of homes have no electricity. Inthe face of this issue, an NGO is teaching villa

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Rights group accuses TotalEnergies of war crime complicity in Mozambique

A European human rights nonprofit on Tuesday accused TotalEnergies of complicity in war crimes, torture and enforced disappearances allegedly carried out by government soldiers in Mozambique, filing a criminal complaint with the French anti-terrorism pro

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Nigeria: Two abducted girls escape as authorities search for 24 other students

Two schoolgirls who were abducted with 24 others from a dormitory in northwestern Nigeria have escaped. At least one of them is safe, according to the school's principal, as hunters join security forces in the search for the missing students in forests c

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