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Live: Pope Francis' body to lie in state at Saint Peter's Basilica

Europe • 02:48

Pope Francis' body will lie in state for public viewing at St Peter's Basilica from Wednesday to Friday, before his funeral on Saturday. World leaders including French President Emmanuel Macron, US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr

Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial to open Wednesday in New York

Former Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial starts on Wednesday in New York. This time a majority-female jury will decide the landmark #MeToo case.

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Musk to reduce role with Trump administration as Tesla profits plunge

Elon Musk plans to "significantly" reduce his work for Donald Trump's administration in May to focus on Tesla, the billionaire CEO said Tuesday. Tesla reported a 71 percent drop in quarterly profits as analysts warn of brand damage due to Musk's work on

World leaders set to attend Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday

Numerous world leaders have announced they will travel to Rome for Pope Francis's funeral on Saturday, which is expected to draw a huge crowd in the square in front of St Peter's Basilica at the Vatican.

To Trump, "loyalty is more important than the security of the United States": former NATO ambassador

FRANCE 24's Yinka Oyetade speaks to Ivo Daalder, President of the Chicago Council and a former US ambassador to NATO about the latest development in the chat leaks saga. He says that Donald Trump is likely to continue supporting Secretary of Defense Pete

Judge blocks Trump shutdown of Voice of America, overseas US broadcasts

A federal judge ordered US President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday to suspend its efforts to close down publicly funded radio broadcasts of Voice of America, Radio Free Asia and Middle East Broadcasting Networks.

IMF slashes global growth forecast amid Trump tariff turmoil

The International Monetary Fund said it expected global economic growth to be slower and sharply downgraded its forecast for US growth as a result of Donald Trump's tariffs and the uncertainty they created. It also warned risks to the global financial se

Africans remember Pope Francis' message of peace

In tonight's edition, worshippers across the continent are paying their respects to Pope Francis who died on Monday. Also, Ghana’s Chief Justice has been suspended, a first since the country returned to democratic rule in 1992. And Femua wraps up in I

Reformer or traditionalist: Who to succeed Pope Francis?

As cardinals from the four corners of the earth converge on Rome to pick a new Pope, we’ll ask whether the faithful want a reformer or a traditionalist. With an increasing share of the planet’s 1-point-4 billion Catholics, the choice of a spiritual leade

Overhaul of US State Department eliminates climate envoy and war crimes offices

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio unveiled a restructuring of the US State Department on Tuesday, saying the "bloated" organisation was ideologically out of sync with the Trump administration. The revamp eliminates an office on war crimes and the role of

🌟The Bright Side: Napoleon letter denying role in pope’s kidnapping goes up for auction

A hand-written letter penned by Napoleon in which he falsely denies involvement in the kidnapping of Pope Pius VII in 1809 is to go under the hammer this weekend, recalling the somewhat thorny historical ties between France and the Vatican. "It was witho

Ukrainians have mixed feelings about Pope Francis's death

Ukraine’s Catholics, who make up just 10 percent of the country’s population, have mixed feelings about the pope’s passing. Many in Ukraine are still angry over the pontiff’s call for the country to negotiate with Russia after Moscow’s invasion in 2022.

Pope Francis' coffin on public viewing at St Peter's from Wednesday

“The mood now (among the faithful) is waiting to see what happens next ... Here in Rome, a lot of thought is going into, Who's going to be taking the pope’s place?” FRANCE 24’s Seema Gupta reports from the Vatican.

Denmark: Changing face of war puts country on drone offensive

As drones transform the face of war from Ukraine to Gaza, Denmark is opening a military drone testing centre to develop cutting-edge technology and boost its national defence. It will be based at Hans Christian Andersen airport in Odense, already home to

Réunion island battles Chikungunya outbreak

Réunion Island in the French Indian Ocean is grappling with a Chikungunya outbreak, with around 100,000 people—one in every nine residents—thought to be infected. A vaccination campaign is in progress, targeting the elderly and other at-risk groups. Sinc

White House voices support for Hegseth amid new Signal group chat scandal

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is getting support in the White House after infighting and backstabbing within the Trump administration following media reports that he shared sensitive military details in another Signal messaging chat, this time with his

Gunmen open fire on tourists, killing dozens in Indian-administered Kashmir

Gunmen killed at least 26 people after opening fire on a group of tourists in Indian-administered Kashmir on Tuesday, with authorities describing the incident as a "terror attack" and the worst such attack on civilians in years.

Russian drones strike Odesa, Zaporizhzhia ahead of Ukraine peace talks in London

Russian drones targeted Odesa and Zaporizhzhia on Tuesday, a day before Ukrainian, British, French and US officials meet for peace talks in London. The Kremlin has said Russia will consider a proposal from Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky to halt a

Who could be the next Pope ?

Following the death of Pope Francis, the cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church will gather at some point next month to elect a new pope in the Sistine Chapel. But who could be the next Pope ? Here are some of the names that come up most frequently.

Farewell to Pope Francis in St. Peter's Square

People have gathered in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican to mourn Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope who charmed believers with his humble style. Francis died Monday after making a final, poignant public appearance on Easter Sunday. Clovis Casa

Death of Pope Francis: Hollywood pays tribute to 'a remarkable human being'

The death of Pope Francis has prompted sadness among many of Hollywood’s leading lights, with director Martin Scorsese paying tribute to "a remarkable human being". FRANCE 24's Olivia Salazar-Winspear takes us through some of the reactions to the pope's

Latin America pays tribute to Pope Francis

From Buenos Aires to Havana, passing through Mexico, the faithful of Latin America are mourning their Pope after the announcement of the pontiff’s death on Monday. Masses are being held across the continent to honor his memory, and national days of mourn

IMF slashes growth outlook as Trump tariffs 'reset' the global economy

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) slashed its 2025 forecast for global growth on Tuesday, citing the increased risks and cooling effects of US President Donald Trump's tariff policies on the world economy. "We are entering a new era as the global eco

Pope Francis' death: What's the schedule for the coming days?

Pope Francis’ funeral has been set for Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Peter’s Square, and a viewing of his body will begin on Wednesday in St. Peter’s Basilica, days after the popular pontiff died at age 88. Clovis Casali has all the details of the schedule

Pope Francis supported South Sudan peace process

Pope Francis has been a strong supporter of the South Sudan peace process. He actively encouraged dialogue and reconciliation efforts to end the country's civil conflict. FRANCE 24's Bastien Renouil has the details.

Pope Francis and Africa through the years

Pope Francis has visited several African countries, focusing on issues like poverty, conflict, and climate change. His visits include Kenya, Uganda, and the Central African Republic in 2015, where he called for peace and reconciliation. In 2017, he visit

Israel's Shin Bet chief slams Netanyahu's firing attempt

Israel's Shin Bet chief, Ronen Bar, stated that Prime Minister Netanyahu's attempt to fire him was due to Bar's refusal to spy on Israeli protesters and interfere in Netanyahu's corruption trial. In an affidavit to the Supreme Court, Bar argued that the

The challenges ahead for the next Pope

Pope Francis's successor will face several key challenges, including deciding whether to continue his progressive agenda or return to a more traditional Catholic approach. Issues such as addressing sexual abuse scandals, combating secularization, and nav

Pope Francis' funeral to be held Saturday, with public viewing starting Wednesday

Pope Francis will be laid to rest Saturday after lying in state for three days in St. Peter’s Basilica, where the faithful are expected to flock to pay their respects to history's first Latin American pontiff. Seema Gupta has more from Rome.

Pope Francis and his 'complex legacy': Papers react to pontiff's death

Europe • 10:30

PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, 22 April: The press are remembering the late Pope Francis in different ways: highlighting his dedication, calling him a "pope of the people" or focusing on his politics. His legacy is also discussed beyond the front pages. Finally

Grief and sorrow in Rome after Pope Francis’ death

People have gathered in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican to mourn Pope Francis, the first Latin American pope who charmed believers with his humble style. Francis died Monday after making a final, poignant public appearance on Easter Sunday.

Hamas delegation head to Egypt to discuss Gaza truce as Israeli strikes continue

A Hamas official said on Tuesday that a delegation from the Palestinian militant group had departed for Cairo to discuss "new ideas" for achieving a ceasefire with Israel. The announcement came after Gaza's civil defence agency said that a spate of Israe

PSG's quest for an unbeaten Ligue 1 season continues

Paris Saint-Germain travel to Stade de la Beaujoire this Tuesday to face relegation-threatened Nantes as Luis Enrique's men aim to become the first team to go unbeaten in a single Ligue 1 season.

Trump backs Pentagon chief despite new Signal chat scandal

President Donald Trump stood behind his controversial Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth Monday despite a new scandal over his reported use of messaging app Signal to discuss US strikes on Yemen with his wife and others.

Stock markets rattled by Trump's attacks on US Federal Reserve

Wall Street closed in firmly negative territory on Monday, continuing a rout that's reaching historic dimensions. After Trump's disruptive tariff policies, it's now his attacks on the US Federal Reserve that are unsettling investors. The US president has

Pope's funeral to be held on Saturday at 10am, Vatican says

Pope Francis's funeral will be held on Saturday, the Vatican announced Tuesday. The Argentine pontiff, 88, died on Monday from a stroke, less than a month after returning home from five weeks in hospital battling double pneumonia. Clovis Casali has more

US Supreme Court to weigh use of children's books with LGBTQ themes

The US Supreme Court will hear a case on Tuesday about whether parents have the religious right to pull their children from classes when books containing LGBTQ-related content are read or discussed. Parents say the schools' inclusive curriculum choices i

Can Europe's wealthy Arnault family transform Paric FC into a worthy football rival?

Paris has had only one club in France's top division – Qatar-owned Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). But that may be about to change thanks to one of the wealthiest families in the world. LVMH founder Bernard Arnault and his family took a majority stake in a sm

More than 100,000 Afghans left Pakistan in April, amid eviction campaign

Since April 1, more than 100,000 Afghans have been sent back to their country of origin, according to the Pakistani interior ministry, out of the some three million the United Nations says are living in Pakistan. The figure comes after Islamabad ramped u

Mexico mourns beloved 'pontiff of the people'

Mexico, which has the world's second largest population of catholics, showed its love for the beloved 'Papa Francisco' as thousands gathered at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe in the capital. Many citizens remember him fondly for his defense of mig

Climate change poses major security threat and armies must adapt, experts warn

Security experts say that climate change should not become a strategic "blind spot" and militaries must respond to the evolving threat of weather disaster. Their warning comes amid growing concerns that climate action is being sidelined as Europe beefs u

As world mourns Pope Francis, cardinals meet at Vatican to plan his funeral

Europe • 03:45

Cardinals met at the Vatican on Tuesday morning to plan Pope Francis's funeral, due to be held at 08:00 GMT on Saturday at St Peter's Basilica at the Vatican. The first so-called "general congregation" of cardinals took place, kicking off a centuries-old

Trump clash with Federal Reserve chief rocks markets

Markets saw another significant drop on Monday as US President Donald Trump continued to clash with Jerome Powell, the head of the US Central Bank, after Powell refused to reduce the federal interest rater. Powell, who Trump called a "major loser," has m

Macron announces €3 billion plan to 'rebuild' cyclone-hit Mayotte

Months after a devastating cyclone killed dozens in Mayotte, French President Emmanuel Macron announced Monday a bill to "rebuild" France's poorest department and address worsening climate risks, uncontrolled immigration and limited vital resources.

Gold price hits record high, stocks mixed as Trump fuels fears

The rush for safety saw the price of gold hit yet another record above $3,500 on Tuesday while the dollar weakened and equities fluctuated, as US President Donald Trump's latest salvo against Federal Reserve boss Jerome Powell added fuel to fears about t

Burkina Faso junta claims it stopped a 'major plot' to sow 'total chaos'

Asie Pacifique • 02:48

Burkina Faso's junta said on Monday it had thwarted a "major plot" to sow "total chaos" that it believes originated in the Ivory Coast, as the country continues to see increased insecurity despite the junta's promises to quell it.

Pope Francis's final farewell before cardinals choose his successor

Pope Francis's body will lie in state for public viewing starting Wednesday, with the funeral to be held on Saturday morning. Following the funeral, the conclave will begin, bringing together Cardinals to elect the next Pope.

Spotlight on the digital 'manosphere': When to show dramas like 'Adolescence' to kids

The Netlix series "Adolescence" has become a touchstone in recent weeks for a global conversation about the complicated journey of teenage boys navigating toxic masculinity online. Shows and documentaries have many parents worried about just what their k

Ukraine open to direct talks with Russia only after ceasefire deal, Zelensky says

Europe • 00:13

Ukraine will only hold direct talks with Russia once a ceasefire deal has been agreed, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Tuesday, a day after Russian President Vladimir Putin said he might be open to bilateral talks with Kyiv.

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US stocks and dollar slump again as Trump attacks Fed chief

US stocks and the dollar plunged on Moday as President Donald Trump intensified his attacks on US Federal Reserve chair Jerome Powell, calling him "a major loser" for not lowering interest rates.

Harvard sues Trump administration over threats to cut more than $2 billion in funding

Harvard University sued the Trump administration on Monday in a bid to halt a freeze on more than $2.2 billion in federal grants in a major escalation of the battle between America's top universities and the Republican government. The Trump administratio

Trump says he will attend Pope's funeral

US President Donald Trump said on Monday he will attend Pope Francis' funeral in Rome.

Death of Pope Francis prompts wave of mourning worldwide

Pope Francis died Monday at 88 after a battle with pneumonia, prompting global mourning and tributes from leaders around the world. Many hailed the late pontiff’s tireless advocacy for social justice, the marginalised, and the poor.

Ukraine's Catholics express hurt over late pope's war stance

Worshippers coming out of a Catholic church service in the Ukrainian city of Lviv on Monday expressed sorrow at the death of Pope Francis, but also lingering hurt that the Roman Catholic pontiff had not taken Ukraine's side in its war with Russia. FRANCE

African Catholics mourn Pope Francis's death

Afrique • 20:52

In this special edition: Pope Francis has died at the age of 88. His death comes at the holiest time of the year for the world's 1.4 billion Catholics. Africa is home to nearly a fifth of the Church's followers, who are mourning a man some felt spoke for

No, JD Vance did not kill Pope Francis

Europe • 20:34

Pope Francis died one day after meeting US Vice President JD Vance, and many users are spreading the false claim that the latter killed the 88-year-old pontiff. Also, did Francis "snub" Vance? Plus, we bring you some of Pope Francis's most viral moments

‘Complete contradiction’: Mourning US Catholics contrast late Pope Francis to Trump

Mourners grieved the death of Pope Francis across the US on Monday, remembering him as a compassionate voice for the poor and marginalised. As tributes poured in – from New York to Miami – many contrasted his inclusive message with the harsh tone of the

Pope Francis dies at 88: The legacy of a 'pope for the poor'

Pope Francis was known for his vision that the Catholic Church should be representative of and support the poor and the weak. He once denounced "a new colonialism" rooted in inequality and profit-chasing, calling the unfettered pursuit of money "the dung

A true reformer? The legacy of Pope Francis

He chartered a change of course for the Catholic Church. The faithful are mourning the passing of Francis, the first pope born outside Europe in more than a millennium. The native of Buenos Aires brought his years of parish work in working-class neighbou

Death of Pope Francis: ‘It came as such a shock to so many’

Europe • 16:30

Pope Francis’ death on Monday, despite his well-advanced age, came as a shock to many, FRANCE 24’s Seema Gupta said, reporting from Rome. After interviewing people that gathered at Saint Peter’s Square following the announcement of the pope’s passing, Gu

Haiti is nearing the 'point of no return' as gang violence surges, UN says

Haiti is approaching the "point of no return" as gang violence escalates and the state struggles to respond, the UN warned on Monday. The UN special representative to the Caribbean nation said international aid was urgently needed to prevent further coll

From killer grass to flesh-eating worms: The invasion beneath your feet

What do a colonising plant and a carnivorous worm have in common? Both come from South America and threaten our ecosystems. They are among invasive exotic species that have contributed to nearly half the world's animal and plant extinctions. In southwest

Music show: US singer d4vd goes viral at Coachella

Culture • 13:47

In this edition of our arts24 music show, Jennifer Ben Brahim talks about one of the biggest music festivals in the world as it comes to a close. There were many viral moments at Coachella, including headline act Lady Gaga having a microphone malfunction

'Trump deserves better': Papers react to second Yemen group chat leaks

PRESS REVIEW – Monday, April 21: The New York Times reports that US Secretary of Defence Pete Hegseth sent confidential messages to a second Signal group chat. Meanwhile, Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaking Putin's "ceasefire". Finally, unus