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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

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

Cardinals will meet at the Vatican on Tuesday to plan Pope Francis's funeral, due to be held at Peter's Basilica, which will be attended by leaders from around the world. A conclave will be held next month to choose a new head of the Roman Catholic Churc

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.

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

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.

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.

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's death

In tonight's edition, Pope Francis has died at the age of 88. His death comes at the holiest time of the year for the 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 the contin

No, JD Vance did not kill Pope Francis

Pope Francis died one day after meeting US Vice President JD Vance, as many users are spreading the false claim that he killed the 88-year-old pontiff. Then, did Pope Francis ‘snub’ JD Vance? We also show you some of Pope Francis’s most viral moments in

‘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 dun

A true reformer? The legacy of Pope Francis

He chartered a change of course for the Catholic Church. The faithful 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 neighborho

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

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

Global tributes pour in to honor Pope Francis after his death

Church bells tolled in mourning. Well-wishers flocked into pews. Tributes to Pope Francis poured in from around the world on April 21 after the Vatican announced the pontiff's death at age 88.

Pope Francis dies: In India, Christians constitute about 2.3 percent of the population

"A day after celebrating Easter, Catholics in India are now joining their counterparts in the world in mourning the passing of Pope Francis", says France 24's Sarah Jacob.

Pope Francis dies: 'He was the first pope of the modern world'

Pope Francis, a “woke pope”? “I don’t think that terminology quite fits. But I believe he was the first pope of the modern world,” says France 24’s Noga Tarnopolsky.

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

In front of Notre-Dame in Paris, tourists emotional about the death of Pope Francis

"It is hard to find someone else so humane," says a Canadian tourist, as the announcement of Pope Francis's death shocks and saddens both believers and casual visitors who had come to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris this Easter Monday. The cathedral’s bell

In front of Notre-Dame in Paris, tourists emotional about the death of Pope Francis

"It is hard to find someone else so humane," says a Canadian tourist, as the announcement of Pope Francis's death shocks and saddens both believers and casual visitors who had come to Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris this Easter Monday. The cathedral’s bell

'Don’t give us another woke pope': Debate begins after Francis's death

"There’s already a fierce debate about what comes next," says Vivienne Walt, Time Magazine’s Paris correspondent. "Francis was a very vocal and passionate defender of migrants. It put him directly at odds with Trump’s administration (…) You can already s

Brazil's Lula decrees seven-day mourning in Pope Francis' memory

Brazil's President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on April 21 declared a seven-day mourning for Pope Francis in Latin America's biggest country. "Humanity loses today a voice of respect and welcome for others," Lula said in a statement. "May God comfort those

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

Pope Francis dies aged 88: Pontiff never revisited Argentina

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff, died on April 21. He was 88. "Pope Francis never revisited Argentina, but he maintained a link with the population," journalist Daniel Schweimler says.

Music show: US singer d4vd goes viral at Coachella

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

Pope Francis dies: Coffin to lie in St. Peter’s Basilica on April 23 (Vatican)

Pope Francis died on April 21. He was 88. The Vatican told journalists his coffin will be placed in St. Peter’s Basilica on April 23 for the faithful to pay their last respects. Our correspondent Seema Gupta tells us more.

Pontiff dies aged 88: Was Pope Francis progressive enough?

Pope Francis faced criticism from conservatives, who accused him of trashing cherished traditions. He also drew the ire of progressives, who felt he should have done much more to reshape the 2,000-year-old Church. "He didn’t intend to be a divisive figur

What are the church's rites for the death of a pope and the election of a new one?

The death of a pope starts a centuries-old ritual involving sacred oaths by the cardinals electing a successor, the piercing of ballots with a needle and thread after they're counted, and then burning them to produce either the white or black smoke to si

Pontiff dies at 88: What will Pope Francis' legacy be?

The Pontiff died on April 21. He was 88. What will Pope Francis’ legacy be? We discuss it with our guest Andrea Antonio Verardi, a specialist in the history of the papacy.

'It’s a big loss for Congo': Pope Francis had a special relationship with Africa

Pope Francis died on April 21. He was 88. "Just yesterday, he spoke about Congo. It’s a big loss for Congo, a big loss for the poor around the world, a big loss for Africa," says our guest Debora Kayembe, fellow at Harvard Kennedy School.

Vatican: Faithful gather in St. Peter's Square following Pope's death

Pope Francis died on April 21. He was 88. In St. Peter’s Square, the faithful gathered to say goodbye. "I find it really significant that the Pope died during Easter," said one of them.

Pope Francis shook up Church with simplicity, raising conservative ire

Pope Francis changed the face of the modern papacy more than any predecessor by shunning much of its pomp and privilege, but his attempts to make the Catholic Church more inclusive and less judgmental made him an enemy to conservatives nostalgic for a tr

Pope Francis dies at 88: 'It came as a huge shock'

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died on April 21. He was 88. The news 'came as a huge s

Pope Francis dies at 88: The Vatican's official statement

At 9:45 AM, Cardinal Kevin Farrell, Camerlengo of the Holy Roman Church, announced the death of Pope Francis from the Casa Santa Marta with these words: "Dearest brothers and sisters, with deep sorrow I must announce the death of our Holy Father Fran

Images of the last public appearance of Pope Francis before his death

Pope Francis died on Monday after a battle with double pneumonia. Before his death, he made one last public appearance for an Easter Sunday blessing. In his final sermon, he called for peace in Ukraine and Gaza.

Israeli president Herzog: 'Pope Francis was a man of deep faith, peace and compassion'

"Pope Francis was a man of deep faith, peace and compassion who fostered ties with the Jewish world", Israel's President Isaac Herzog said on April 21, in a condolence message to the Christian world and its communities in the Holy Land. France 24's Noga

India's Modi says Pope Francis was 'beacon of compassion'

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on April 21 he was "deeply pained" by the death of Pope Francis, saying that the pontiff had served the poor and offered hope to the suffering. France 24's Priyata Brajabasi tells us more.

Pope Francis dies at 88: He was 'a visionary global leader'

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died on April 21. He was 88. "I'm sure the world's Cath

'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

Pope Francis dies: 'He stood by the most vulnerable,' E. Macron says

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff, who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor — but alienated conservatives with his critiques of capitalism and climate change — died on April 21. He was 88. "During his time a

Argentina: In the footsteps of the 'pope of the poor'

Pope Francis was often called the "pope of the poor." Inspired by the Jesuit vision of poverty and the movement of priests working in shantytowns, he regularly visited some of the most deprived areas of the capital and beyond before his election — to eva

Pope Francis made confronting abuse a central mission

One of the greatest challenges Pope Francis faced was addressing the Catholic Church’s history of abuse against vulnerable people. He made the fight against abuse a central mission of his papacy.

Saint-Étienne win dramatic Ligue 1 derby against Lyon

Saint-Étienne won a chaotic Ligue 1 derby 2-1 against rivals Lyon on Sunday. The match was interrupted for 40 minutes after a projectile was thrown at an assistant referee.

Pope Francis advocated for rights of migrants and the LGBTQ+ community

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff, advocated for the rights of migrants, the LGBTQ+ community and criticised a “structurally perverse” global economic system that exploits the poor. However, his progressive views were divisive and ofte

The beautiful game: Argentine Pope Francis had a passion for football

His predecessor loved Mozart but Pope Francis's passion was football. For him it was "the most beautiful game" and also a vehicle to educate and spread peace. From Argentine compatriots Lionel Messi and the late Diego Maradona to Zlatan Ibrahimovic and G

Pope Francis dies aged 88: 'An era is over'

"My feeling is that an era is over," says Massimo Faggioli, professor of theology at Villanova University in Philadelphia, speaking half an hour after the announcement of Pope Francis’s death.

Pope Francis dies aged 88: No official reaction yet from China

"There are an estimated 12 million Catholics in China. There is no official reaction from Beijing yet", our Beijing correspondent Yena Lee tells us following the death of Pope Francis. "The Vatican and China severed diplomatic ties seven decades ago when

After death of Pope Francis, how will the new pope be elected?

The death of Pope Francis on Monday has triggered time-honoured traditions that will ultimately lead to the election of a new pope by the cardinals – though some aspects of the process have evolved. Here is how the process unfolds.

Pope Francis dies at 88 at his residence in the Vatican

Pope Francis, who suffered from chronic lung disease and had part of one lung removed as a young man, was admitted to Gemelli hospital on Feb. 14, 2025, for a respiratory crisis that developed into double pneumonia. He spent 38 days there, the longest ho

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.

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff and champion of the forgotten

Pope Francis died on Monday at the age of 88, the Vatican announced. As a pope who wanted to stay close to the people and at times advocated a more moderate line at the Church, he presided over several key reforms during his time leading the Vatican.

Pope Francis dies at age 88, Vatican says in video statement

The Vatican has announced the deat of Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change.

Pope Francis: Vatican confirms Pontiff has passed away aged 88

Cardinal Kevin Ferrell, the Vatican camerlengo, announced that Francis died on April 21. "At 7:35 this morning, the Bishop of Rome, Francis, returned to the home of the Father. His entire life was dedicated to the service of the Lord and of his Church,"

Ghana steps up efforts to mend ties with Sahel nations

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In tonight's edition: Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama urges Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso to reconcile with ECOWAS and invites their leaders to attend next week's 50th anniversary celebration of the West African bloc. Also, Uganda's government is pr

Pope Francis, first Latin American pontiff, dies at 88

Pope Francis, history’s first Latin American pontiff who charmed the world with his humble style and concern for the poor but alienated conservatives with critiques of capitalism and climate change, died on April 21. He was 88.

Live: Pope Francis's death sparks outpouring of grief from around the world

Pope Francis, the first Latin American leader of the Roman Catholic Church, has died, the Vatican said in a video statement on Monday, ending an often turbulent reign marked by division and tension as he sought to overhaul the institution. He was 88, and

War in Ukraine: Russia says resumed strikes after Easter truce

Russia on April 21 it had resumed strikes on Ukraine after a 30-hour surprise Easter truce, as Ukraine said drones and missiles pounded the Dnipropetrovsk and Mykolaiv regions.

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Russia resumes attacks on Ukraine as Putin's one-day Easter ceasefire ends

Russia launched missiles and drones targeting Kyiv and easter Ukraine early on Monday, hours after the one-day Easter ceasefire declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin came to an end. There were no immediate reports of injuries or major damages from

European weapons in Sudan (5/5): Europeans still making deals with Emirati firm diverting weapons

From a Bulgarian factory to Sudanese militias, the FRANCE 24 Observers team reveals how European-made ammunition ended up on the Sudanese battlefield, despite a European Union embargo on sending weapons to this war-torn country. This final article in our

JD Vance arrives in India for tough trade talks with Modi

US Vice President JD Vance began a four-day visit to India on Monday where he is expected to negotiate the first tranche of a trade deal, as New Delhi looks to stave off punishing US tariffs. The visit comes two months after Indian Prime Minister Narendr

'Grandpa robbers' to face trial for Kim Kardashian jewel heist in Paris

Reality TV star Kim Kardashian will testify in late April against a group of suspects nicknamed the "grandpa robbers" who are charged with stealing jewellery worth millions from her in Paris in 2016. Ten people, many in their 60s and 70s, will be in the

Beijing warns nations of 'appeasing' US in tariff war

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China on Monday criticised countries making trade deals with the US at its expense, warning of countermeasures against those "appeasing" Washington. While global tariffs stand at 10%, China faces duties of up to 145%. Beijing has retaliated with 125% tar

Pentagon chief Hegseth shared Yemen strike details with family in second Signal chat

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth shared details of a military operation against Yemen's Houthis in another Signal group on his personal phone that included his wife, brother and lawyer, the New York Times reported on Sunday. The chat, created during his co

Maya Angelou's translator Santiago Artozqui on working with her unique poetry

The translator who has translated into French the latest collection of poems by the late US civil rights icon Maya Angelou has spoken to FRANCE 24 about the pressure of getting it right. Santiago Artozqui has just finished translating her collection enti

Shin Bet intel chief accuses Netanyahu of demanding personal loyalty

Israel’s internal security chief, Ronen Bar, has accused Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of demanding his personal loyalty and ordering surveillance on anti-government demonstrators. In a sworn statement to the Supreme Court, Bar detailed pressure to i

Who are the leading candidates to succeed Pope Francis?

Pope Francis died on the morning of Easter Monday, leaving many wondering who his successor will be amid the gloal outpouring of grief. Here are some of the cardinals who are being talked about as "papabili" to succeed Pope Francis.

JD Vance in India for trade talks as Modi seeks to avoid US tariffs

US Vice President JD Vance landed in New Delhi this Monday for a four-day cross-country visit, with talks on a bilateral US-India trade deal high on the agenda. Also in this edition: the IMF and World Bank kick off their spring meetings under the cloud o

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Bukele proposes US deportee swap between El Salvador and Venezuela

Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele on Sunday offered Venezuela a prisoner exchange, proposing to trade detained Venezuelan deportees from the US for what he called Venezuela’s "political prisoners". In a post on social media, Bukele named opposition relat

Israel cancels visas for 27 French left-wing lawmakers ahead of visit

Israel cancelled visas for 27 French left-wing lawmakers and officials days before their planned Sunday visit to Israel and Palestinian territories, the group said. The move comes days after Israel barred two UK Labour MPs from entering the country and a

🌟The Bright Side: Christians worldwide celebrate Easter amid joy, war, and resilience

From jubilant crowds in Vatican City to solemn prayers in war-torn regions, Christians across the globe celebrated Easter Sunday. Pope Francis made a surprise appearance in Rome, while believers in places like Ukraine and Lebanon observed the holiday ami

Israeli military admits 'professional failures' in killings of Palestinian medics in Gaza

An investigation into the killings of 15 Palestinian medics last month in Rafah found that Israeli forces committed “professional failures”, which would lead to the dismissal of a deputy commander. Israel initially alleged that the medics' vehicles did n

Gunmen kill at least 56 people in central Nigeria

Attacks believed to have been carried out by nomadic cattle herders killed at least 56 people in central Nigeria in one night, the Benue state governor's office said Saturday. Competition over land use has long been a source of tension between largely Mu

European weapons in Sudan (4/5): 'The RSF bombs public buildings, markets, and hospitals'

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From a Bulgarian factory to Sudanese militias, the FRANCE 24 Observers team reveals how European-made ammunition ended up on the Sudanese battlefield, despite a European Union embargo on sending weapons to this war-torn country. This fourth article in ou