| | 1. US-Canada trade war: Windsor and Detroit's cross-border ties fray amid tariffs13:58[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | The twin cities of Windsor, Canada, and Detroit, United States, separated only by a river, have a long history as automotive manufacturing hubs. But since Donald Trump launched a bitter trade war by imposing sanctions on long-time ally Canada in early April, this once friendly relationship has been on shaky ground. Our colleagues from FRANCE 2 travelled to the region to hear from residents on both sides of the border. Медиа: image / png | ↑ |
2. Bill Gates plans to give away most of his fortune by 2045, blasts Musk02:31[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | In a sweeping philanthropic pledge, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates announced Thursday that he will give away nearly his entire $108 billion fortune by 2045. Gates also launched a blistering attack on Elon Musk, accusing the Tesla and SpaceX CEO of “killing the world’s poorest children” by orchestrating cuts to US foreign aid. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
3. Trump reiterates call for unconditional 30-day Ukraine ceasefire02:04[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | US President Donald Trump on Thursday renewed calls for a 30-day unconditional ceasefire in Ukraine, pressing Russia to halt hostilities or face fresh sanctions. The appeal followed a phone call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, as Trump seeks to position himself as a broker for peace amid growing frustration with both Kyiv and Moscow over the stalled conflict. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
4. Prior to election, Pope Leo reposted articles criticising Trump and Vance01:09[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | Prior to becoming pope, Leo XIV reposted social media articles criticising Vice President JD Vance's usage of Catholic doctrine to justify cancelling US foreign aid by arguing that Christians should prioritise those close to them. "JD Vance is wrong: Jesus doesn't ask us to rank our love for others," read one headline shared by the then cardinal. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
5. Bolsonaro vows to 'continue the fight' at site of 2023 Brazil insurrectionЧт, 08 мая[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro on Wednesday vowed to "continue the fight" at a protest in Brasilia to demand amnesty for hundreds jailed over the January 2023 attack on government buildings. Thousands of supporters joined the rally, where Bolsonaro framed the rioters as “patriots” and renewed calls to overturn convictions tied to the failed insurrection. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
6. US judge says deporting migrants to Libya would 'violate' court orderЧт, 08 мая[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | A US federal judge on Wednesday said any attempt by the Trump administration to deport migrants to Libya would "clearly" violate a standing court order, following reports that such deportations could begin as early as this week. The warning came after reports that US officials were weighing the first-ever transfers of migrants to Libya – a country long criticised by Washington for its brutal detention practices. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
8. US Defense Secretary Hegseth directs 20% cut to top military leadership positionsСр, 07 мая[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Monday ordered a 20 percent reduction in the number of four-star officers, deepening cuts at the Pentagon that have shaken the Department of Defense at the start of President Donald Trump's second term in office. FRANCE 24's Sharon Gaffney speaks to James Townsend, Senior Advisor at the Scowcroft Centre's Transatlantic Security Initiative. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
9. 'The opportunity is in the partnership': 'Savvy' Canadian PM appeals to Trump in real estate termsСр, 07 мая[-/+]Автор(?) | U.S. President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faced off in the Oval Office on Tuesday and showed no signs of retreating from their gaping differences in an ongoing trade war that has shattered decades of trust between the two countries. The two kept it civil, but as for Trump’s calls to make Canada the 51st state, Carney insisted his nation was “not for sale” and Trump shot back, “time will tell.” For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on the Carney-Trump faceoff in the Oval Office, FRANCE 24's Francois Picard welcomes our International Affairs Editor Douglas Herbert and guest expert Genevieve Tellier, Full Professor, Political Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ottawa. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
10. Canadian PM Carney targeted by viral deepfakes on social mediaВт, 06 мая[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | In the latest round of deepfakes targeting Prime Minister Mark Carney since the Canadian election, the PM is allegedly announcing new auto regulations in Canada, leading some social media users to draw comparisons between Carney and late Cuban leader Fidel Castro. We explain in this edition of Truth or Fake. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
11. US Supreme Court allows Trump ban on transgender troops to take effectВт, 06 мая[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | The US Supreme Court on Tuesday allowed President Donald Trump's ban on transgender military personnel to take effect, for now. The decision marks a major win for Trump, who has prioritised rolling back rights for transgender people during his second term, and comes amid ongoing political battles over gender identity in sports and beyond. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
12. People taking more 'aggressive, negative' stance towards youth identifying as trans, gender diverseВт, 06 мая[-/+]Автор(?) | Trump has said the US should recognise only two sexes and has moved to restrict gender-affirming care for minors and bar transgender people from the military. Yet Europe offers no safe haven either, as right-wing populism rises across the old continent. There is a lack of uniform EU standards for transgender individuals and almost half of EU member states don’t follow World Health Organisation guidelines for recognition of trans identities. For deeper insight, FRANCE 24’s Eve Irvine welcomes Flora Bolter, Co-Director of the LGBTI+ Observatory at the Jean Jaures Foundation and long-time advocate for equality through political and grassroots activism. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
15. Former French interior minister Darmanin's 'long overdue' apology to Liverpool fansВт, 06 мая[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | PRESS REVIEW – Tuesday, May 6: The Peruvian press are searching for answers after 13 miners were found murdered in an underground shaft. Also: French Justice Minister Gerald Darmanin finally apologises for the police's violent treatment of Liverpool football fans during the 2023 Champions League final in Paris. Snooker has a new world champion: controversial Chinese player Zhao Xintong. Plus, we look at the best and worst of billionaires' fashion at the Met Gala. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
17. Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs' sex trafficking trial begins with jury selectionВт, 06 мая[-/+]Автор(?) | The federal sex trafficking trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs, whose wildly successful career has been dotted by allegations of violence, began on Monday in New York City with jury selection that was briefly paused when the hip-hop entrepreneur said he was “a little nervous” and needed a bathroom break. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondent in New York, Jessica Le Masurier. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
18. PM Carney tells Trump Canada is 'not for sale' in White House meetingВт, 06 мая[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney met with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday, firmly rejecting Trump’s suggestion that Canada as the 51st US state would be "a wonderful marriage". The high-stakes meeting came amid an escalating trade war, with Carney vowing to secure better trade terms. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
19. Bolivian judge arrested after dismissing warrant for ex-president Evo MoralesВт, 06 мая[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | Bolivian judge Lilian Moreno was detained on Monday, a week after she controversially threw out an arrest warrant for former president Evo Morales over his alleged relationship with a 15-year-old girl while in power. Morales plans on running for a fourth term in August elections despite a court ban on presidents serving more than two terms. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
21. Science at a crossroads: Europe positions itself as the gateway to global researchПн, 05 мая[-/+]Автор(?) | As the US turns inward and science comes under siege in the Trump era, Europe is seizing the moment. With research institutions facing political pressure and funding threats across the Atlantic, French President Emmanuel Macron and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are launching a bold initiative to make Europe the new global sanctuary for science. At the heart of this high-stakes talent tug-of-war, FRANCE 24’s Francois Picard welcomes President of the European Research Council Maria Leptin for a revealing Top Story interview on how the EU plans to reclaim its place at the forefront of innovation, and what it means for the future of global research. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
23. Rapper P. Diddy's trial begins with jury selectionПн, 05 мая[-/+]Автор(?) | Sean “Diddy” Combs, the hip-hop entrepreneur whose wildly successful career has been dotted by allegations of violence, was brought to a New York courthouse Monday to be tried on charges that he used the influence and resources of his business empire to sexually abuse women. FRANCE 24's Jessica Le Masurier reports from New York. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
24. 'Research renaissance': Macron envisions transatlantic safe haven for the 'brains of the world'Пн, 05 мая[-/+]Автор(?) | As the United States grapples with a climate of growing hostility toward science and academia under President Donald Trump's administration, the stakes for global research leadership have never been higher. In response, French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are spearheading a major conference in Paris to position Europe as a haven for disillusioned American researchers. For in-depth analysis of the EU’s strategic push to reclaim scientific talent, FRANCE 24’s Delano D’Souza welcomes Dr. A. David Paltiel, Professor of Public Health and Policy Studies. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
25. Trump orders reopening of Alcatraz prisonПн, 05 мая[-/+]Автор(?) | President Donald Trump says he is directing his government to reopen and expand Alcatraz, the notorious former prison on a hard-to-reach California island off San Francisco that has been closed for more than 60 years. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
27. Trump's 'war' on science and environmental policy will 'delay inevitable transition and cost lives'Пн, 05 мая[-/+]Автор(?) | French President Emmanuel Macron and European Commission head Ursula von der Leyen are hosting a conference in Paris aimed at attracting US researchers ready to set their sights abroad because of President Donald Trump's policies. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective on the EU's concerted efforts to welcome disillusioned US-based scientists with open arms to the old continent, FRANCE 24's Eve Irvine welcomes Dr. Robert N. Proctor, Author and Professor of History, Medicine and the History of Science at Stanford University. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
28. Sean 'Diddy' Combs sex trafficking trial set to open in New YorkПн, 05 мая[-/+]Автор(?) | Jury selection begins Monday in New York in the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs on sex-trafficking and racketeering charges. Prosecutors allege he led a crime ring that forced victims into drug-fueled sex parties. Combs denies the charges, claiming all acts were consensual. His lawyer cited his "swinger" lifestyle as part of the defence. Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
30. Trump orders reopening and expansion of notorious Alcatraz prisonПн, 05 мая[-/+]Категория(?) Автор(?) | President Donald Trump said Sunday he is directing the government to reopen and expand Alcatraz, the infamous former prison off San Francisco, closed since 1963. On Truth Social, he blamed "vicious, repeat offenders" for causing "misery and suffering" while vowing "to reopen a substantially enlarged and rebuilt ALCATRAZ". Медиа: image / jpeg | ↑ |
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