'Shocked, not surprised': Terry Moran on US media caving to weaponised FCC & 'petty autocrat' Trump
Tonight’s special guest for Top Story is Terry Moran, former veteran correspondent and anchor for ABC News. Following nearly three decades of service at the Disney company, he was abruptly let go after sharing a scathing critique on social media of the highly controversial policies of Donald Trump and Stephen Miller that he asserted were […]
Unrest in France: What caused people to protest?
According to trade unions, more than 1 million people took to the streets of #France this Thursday, September 18. Their goal was to put pressure on the country’s new Prime Minister #SébastienLecornu. But what do the French expect from their new government? And why are they so angry? Our journalists Katrine Lyngsø and Aurelia Abdelbost […]
France: Clashes between protesters and police on second day of demonstrations
Hundreds of thousands of people are joining strike action across France on September 18, after trade unions called a day of protests against budget cuts. The Interior Ministry said between 600 000 and 900 000 demonstrators were expected nationwide, and announced the deployment of 80 000 police officers.
Celebrating Robert Redford: Stephen Galloway reflects on life, legacy of the golden boy of Hollywood
As we celebrate the life of cinema legend Robert Redford, Erin Ogunkeye is pleased to welcome Stephen Galloway, former Executive Editor of The Hollywood Reporter and current Dean at Chapman University’s Dodge College of Film and Media Arts. Mr. Galloway brings a thoughtful, nuanced reflection on Redford’s legacy as actor, director, artist, and activist. Behind the enduring […]
Netanyahu's Sparta speech: PM's call for self-reliance sparks widespread panic in business community
Israel is urging European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen to withdraw a proposal that would curb trade ties in a bid to pressure Israel to end the war in Gaza. The EU executive also plans to propose sanctions against “extremist ministers” and “violent settlers”. For in-depth analysis and a deeper perspective, Angela Diffley welcomes […]
Gaza before and after: A look at what the Palestinian enclave has become
Roads and #buildings lie in ruins, high-rises replaced by tents — a stark before-and-after look at what the #Palestinian enclave of #Gaza has become after 23 months of war.
War in Gaza: Spain says it will boycott Eurovision if Israel competes
Spain says it will boycott Eurovision if Israel is allowed to participate in next year’s competition, adding to a growing list of countries making similar demands.
Trump's historic return to UK: Courting US leader who makes British leaders, citizens deeply uneasy
President Donald Trump is receiving a lavish welcome at Windsor Castle, beginning a two-day state visit as the guest of King Charles III. Met by royalty, honour guards, and a sweeping military procession, the event includes the largest guard of honour in living memory. As pageantry meets politics, the scale reflects efforts to steady ties […]
Africa: Ivory Coast exhibition retraces history through football
In the bustling suburb of Abobo, a new museum exhibit is drawing crowds with an unexpected twist on the history of elephants. But these aren’t just the massive gray creatures that roam West Africa’s forests. The exhibit also celebrates the “Elephants” — the beloved nickname of Ivory Coast’s national football team, who clinched victory in […]