Press Review

By FRANCE 24 English

Press Review episodes

March 28, 2024 French MPs comb through 'hair discrimination' bill
IN THE PRESS – Thursday, March 28: The resignation of a high school principal in eastern Paris, after he received death threats for asking a pupil to remove her headscarf, sparks outrage among French politicians. Meanwhile, France's lower house begins debate on a new bill to outlaw hair discrimination. Finally, find out why eclipse tourism is a huge event in the US!
5 min
March 27, 2024 US tyre manufacturer Goodyear at centre of 'global scandal of serious consequence'
IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, March 27: The American media react to the Baltimore bridge collapse, which has left six construction workers missing, presumed dead. Meanwhile, one French paper investigates a scandal involving American tyre manufacturer Goodyear. In other news, public confidence in the NHS is at a record low. Finally, a popular British television presenter has his trousers censored in North Korea.
7 min
March 26, 2024 US hip-hop mogul Diddy's houses raided over sex trafficking, rape allegations
IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, March 26: The US and UK formally accuse China of being behind widespread cyberattacks on institutions and journalists. US hip-hop mogul Diddy's houses are raided by federal agents over sex trafficking and rape allegations. Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro hid at the Hungarian embassy while facing inquiries, according to The New York Times. Plus: a man changes his name to "Literally Anybody Else" and plans to run in the US presidential election!
7 min
March 22, 2024 Scientists name new prehistoric amphibian after Kermit the Frog
IN THE PRESS – Friday, March 22: We look at reactions in the Indian newspapers after the chief minister of Delhi, the highest-ranking official in the state, is arrested for money laundering. Opposition MPs are accusing PM Narendra Modi of insidious tactics to silence opposition, a month before national elections. Also: scientists name a new prehistoric amphibian after lovable muppet Kermit the Frog!
4 min
March 21, 2024 Taking a leaf out of Putin's book? France's Macron releases 'virile' boxing photos
IN THE PRESS – Thursday, March 21: We look at reactions to the confirmation of Prabowo Subianto's election as Indonesia's new president. In France, photos of a sweaty, muscled Emmanuel Macron boxing spark derision and questions about their symbolism. Shohei Ohtani, the highest-paid US baseball player in the world, fires his interpreter and close friend over accusations of theft of millions of dollars. Finally, after a disappointing score in the annual happiness report, French papers wonder why France is so perennially unhappy!
6 min
March 20, 2024 World Happiness Report 'sounds alarm' about youngsters' welfare
IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, March 20: Israeli newspaper Haaretz criticises PM Benjamin Netanyahu, saying that US President Joe Biden is running out of patience with him. Meanwhile, one French paper investigates who could succeed Mahmoud Abbas as leader of the Palestinian Authority. In other news, the largest ever cyberbullying trial in French history sees 28 people incarcerated. Finally, the World Happiness Report spells bad news for youngsters.
5 min
March 19, 2024 Staff at French weather forecaster go on strike over automation of services
IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, March 19: We look at a strike by workers at France's weather forecaster Météo France over the automation of certain services that they say is harming the credibility of the outfit. Also: Gambian MPs will spend three months discussing a plan to repeal a ban on female genital mutilation. Here in France, the Michelin Guide has awarded its stars to hallowed French culinary institutions. Finally, we take you into the world of joggling (jogging plus juggling!).
6 min
March 15, 2024 'I know Putin can eliminate me': Russian opponent speaks out as election gets underway
IN THE PRESS – Friday, March 15: As millions of Russians head to the polls for the country's presidential election, Vladimir Putin opponent Ilya Yashin gives an interview to French newspaper Libération, detailing his fears of being killed. Also, Russian officials have come up with innovative ways to get young people to vote...including the chance to ride a Ferris wheel.
3 min
March 12, 2024 'Heir-brushed': British royal family’s photoshop mayhem
IN THE PRESS - Tuesday, March 12: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi implements his controversial 2019 citizenship law that effectively discriminates against Indian Muslims with civic groups vowing to lead street protests. Also: Kate Middleton's Photoshop disaster continues to dominate the dailies. Finally, France's most popular singer Aya Nakamura is the victim of racist attacks over rumours that she might perform at the Paris Olympics' opening ceremony.
7 min
March 06, 2024 Super Tuesday: 'America's great presidential unpopularity contest'
IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, March 6: The US media reacts to Super Tuesday, with Donald Trump's last remaining rival Nikki Haley the target of many memes online. Meanwhile, one NGO reports that hundreds of people have been arrested in Russia for showing support for Alexei Navalny. Finally, a German man has been vaccinated against Covid a whopping 217 times.
6 min