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‘Chad Powers’ Boss Michael Waldron on the Football Comedy’s Season 2 Growth and Shifting Gears to a ‘Point Break’-Like Thriller, Plus Plans for Season 3

Here’s the thing about “Chad Powers”: It’s an acquired taste. “It’s a deep, and deeply stupid, show,” co-creator Michael Waldron says, laughing knowingly from his corner of the Zoom window. “And I’m very proud of it.” From the jump, Waldron and co-creator/star Glen Powell knew they were taking a leap of faith in asking audiences […]

World

Chad’s ICC exit plans raise concerns over Sudan war crimes probes

Last July, Chad announced plans to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, accusing it of inefficiency and of disproportionately targeting African nations. The decision could complicate future investigations into alleged war crimes linked to the conflict in neighbouring Sudan, particularly as ICC investigators engage with Sudanese refugees sheltering in eastern Chad. Despite the political headwinds, humanitarian organisations remain on the ground, supporting those displaced by the crisis, as FRANCE 24’s Harold Girard reports.

World

Lake Chad: a region under the threat of climate change

In Lake Chad province, climate change is altering the living conditions of communities that have been dependent on their waters for generations. Fisheries and agriculture, which are the main sources of livelihood, are facing increasing difficulties due to climate variability, the reduction of catches and the deterioration of agricultural land.

World

Climate change, overfishing: Lake Chad sees fish stocks dwindle

People living in Chad’s Lake Province are bearing the brunt of climate change. The region and the communities that have developed there have historically depended on this vast body of water. Fishing, first and foremost, but also farming, are the pillars of local livelihoods. Yet both are increasingly disrupted by erratic weather patterns: dwindling fish stocks, damaged farmland and a rising cost of living.

Entertainment

Chad Gilbert, New Found Glory Guitarist and Backing Vocalist, Dies at 45

Chad Gilbert, founding guitarist and backing vocalist of the pop-punk group New Found Glory, has died. He was 45. The band and Gilbert’s wife Lisa Cimorelli confirmed his death on social media in a joint statement. “On the morning of September 20th, Chad Everett Gilbert passed away peacefully in his sleep,” reads the statement. “He […]

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Politics

Chad: Chad Jazz Education Academy opens in Ndjamena

A jazz music school opened its doors in N'Djamena. A first in Chad. The Chad Jazz Education Academy therefore officially launches the country's first music training. Young people selected according to their abilities, will follow a bachelor's degree course and will receive specialized jazz training.