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Greens investigate party member behind Zionism motion
It has emerged Lubna Speitan was listed in court documents as a "close friend" of a man later jailed for supporting al-Qaeda.
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The secrets behind Mali junta’s takeover of Kidal without a fight
The Malian army says it has entered the strategic northern city of Kidal, which was captured around five months ago by Tuareg separatists who announced their withdrawal earlier Tuesday as the military advanced – a symbolic boost to Mali's junta and its Russian backers. In late April, jihadists from Al-Qaeda-linked JNIM and its Tuareg separatist allies kicked off a series of attacks aimed at weakening Mali's junta rulers, including taking control of Kidal and killing the defence minister. FRANCE 24’s Senior journalist Wassim Nasr explains.
Business
ICE came to town and left behind weakened economies
Research links ICE enforcement surges to lasting declines in local spending, foot traffic and jobs. In Minneapolis, businesses are still recovering.
World
What’s behind Israel’s growing shift to the right?
Three years after the October 7 attacks, the politics of Israeli society has shifted further right.
Politics
Green member behind Zionism motion named as 'close friend' of jailed al-Qaeda supporter in court
Lubna Speitan offered to testify on behalf of Minh Quang Pham, who was jailed for 40 years after a Heathrow bomb plot investigation.
Business
What's behind an 'explosion of buying' Tuesday, including the rally in GE Vernova
The Investing Club holds its "Morning Meeting" every weekday at 10:20 a.m. ET.
Sports
Inside Ella Toone’s life on and off the pitch
Behind the scenes with Manchester United and England star Ella Toone.
World
Ukraine says Russian drones behind Turkish ship sinking
Romanian authorities did not say what caused the fire, but local media reported that the ship was carrying grain and was hit by a drone.
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Entertainment
Korean Directors Rally Behind ‘The Assassin(s)’ as Political Firestorm Turns on Its Makers
The Directors Guild of Korea (DGK) has come out in support of the team behind “The Assassin(s),” Hur Jin-ho’s thriller about the 1974 shooting of first lady Yuk Young-soo, as political anger over the Korean box office leader spills onto its cast and crew. Conservative politicians and online critics have accused the film of distorting […]
World
Defining consent and the psychology behind the ‘Cornell 7’ rape case
How a Cornell student went from blaming herself, to reporting an alleged fraternity rape.
World
Who is the mystery co-pilot behind the Flydubai attack?
Accused pilot Hamam al-Hammami reportedly barred from flying in Oman due to concerns over extremist views.
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What’s behind France’s school protests?
Many French schools are still closed as protests over learning conditions continue across the country.
World
The hunting lobby: Behind France's rural power
After football and fishing, France's third-favourite pastime is hunting. The ancestral activity is popular but also divisive, with passions running high between those who defend hunting traditions and a growing number of animal rights activists. Though it's become statistically safer, a majority of French people say they don’t feel secure walking in nature during hunting season. So what steps has the government taken to regulate hunting? And why is the hunting lobby so strong and influential? We take a closer look in this edition of French Connections.
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Behind the scenes of Céline Dion's high-tech gig - Tech 24
🎤 #CélineDion is making her great comeback with a 16-day residency in #France after years of illness. To keep her stage quiet and her voice crisp, her team is using both AI and high-tech sound systems. #FRANCE24's Peter O'Brien went behind the scenes at the invitation of French audio company L-Acoustics ☝️
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UK PM Burnham says Iran likely behind RAF base incident: Is there evidence?
UK, US and Israeli officials point to Iranian involvement but remain tight-lipped on details.
World
What’s behind French student protests that turned violent?
The school protests coincide with public sector strikes over planned budget cuts.
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Science
Scientists find new virus behind mysterious tick illness
Scientists have discovered a new tick-borne virus in China that causes flu-like illness and may account for previously unexplained cases of fever, fatigue, digestive problems, and low platelet counts. Most patients with ALTNV alone recovered, but coinfections with another dangerous tick-borne virus were linked to more serious complications.
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Behind the scenes of Céline Dion's high-tech comeback
You'll no doubt have seen the coverage of singer Céline Dion's return from illness and her Paris residency. But here's a different angle: the audio technology keeping her stage quiet, and the artificial intelligence isolating her voice from the noise of a 30,000-seat stadium.
World
‘Better deal’: What’s behind Trump’s rejection of Iran’s truce offer?
Experts say Trump sees economic sanctions as key to extracting more concessions but he risks losing leverage.
Politics
The media battle behind Brazil’s election
A corruption scandal, Bolsonaro’s comeback, and Trump’s influence collide as Brazil heads into elections.