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Returning home to invest: Some entrepreneurs see opportunities in DRC despite instability
While much of the international spotlight remains fixed on conflict in eastern DR Congo and renewed fears around Ebola outbreaks, some members of the Congolese diaspora are choosing to return home and invest. Jean Luc Luboya Tshishimbi, the CEO of Bio Happy Farms, shares his perspective – that of an entrepreneur betting on opportunity despite instability.
PSG and Arsenal chase European glory at UEFA Champions League final
Arsenal and Paris Saint Germain will face off in a thrilling final under the lights of the Pushkas Arena in Budapest tonight. PSG has high hopes of winning the prestigious title for the second year in a row, whilst the Gunners are hoping to lift the trophy for the first time. Get a feel of the electric atmosphere inside the arena with FRANCE 24 journalist James Vasina.
Heat Wave Grips France
France is sweltering in an "unprecedented" heatwave for May - says the French meteorological service. Skyrocketing temperatures have broken records this month. We speak with Fabio D'Andrea, a CNRS climatologist and head of the geosciences department of ENS about the cause.
US says 'more than capable' of resuming war, as peace deal remains elusive
Pentagon head Pete Hegseth - has said that Washington could restart the war with Iran at any time if it wanted. His remarks follow days of talks and a two-hour meeting in the White House situation room - that has yet to produce a deal between the US and Iran. Analysis by FRANCE 24 international affairs editor, Shirli Sitbon.
Hong Kong must remove bottlenecks to grow yacht economy, industry leaders say
Hong Kong should urgently address its bottlenecks in developing a yacht economy by improving immigration procedures, upgrading mooring facilities and curating niche tourism itineraries following Beijing’s policy relaxation on yachts from the city sailing to mainland China, industry leaders have said. Their calls came on Saturday after Beijing allowed Hong Kong and Macau yachts to enter designated ports in the Greater Bay Area “exempt from guarantees” and benefit from “a temporary ship...
PSG vs Arsenal live: follow the Champions League final
Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal face off in the Champions League final in Budapest on Saturday, with the biggest prize in European club football up for grabs. Title holders PSG can become only the second team in the modern era to retain the trophy, but Arsenal head into the game on a fresh high after lifting the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years. Follow the match on our liveblog, kickoff is at 6pm local time (GMT+2).
PSG vs Arsenal live: Havertz puts the Gunners ahead
Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal face off in the Champions League final in Budapest on Saturday, with the biggest prize in European club football up for grabs. Title holders PSG can become only the second team in the modern era to retain the trophy, but Arsenal head into the game on a fresh high after lifting the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years. Follow the match on our liveblog, kickoff is at 6pm local time (GMT+2).
Glittering Osaka prolongs French Open run with victory over Jovic
For the first time in her career, world No. 16 Naomi Osaka advanced to the fourth round of the French Open on Saturday with a 7-6 (7-5), 6-7 (3-7), 6-4 victory over American Iva Jovic.
France mourns intellectual 'grandfather', sociologist and philosopher Edgar Morin
France is mourning the loss of Edgar Morin. The country's favorite intellectual has passed away at the age of 104. President Emmanuel Macron paid him tribute - calling Morin 'humanism personified' - and offered his loved ones the condolences of the Nation. A look back at his life with Caroline Baum.
WHO chief visits Ebola epicentre in DR Congo, as death toll rises
The number of suspected cases of Ebola continues to rise by the day... now above the thousand mark. On the ground, Congolese authorities are scrambling to provide protective equipment which is in short supply, and to establish trust within communities to help fight the spread of the virus. WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus is visiting Bunia today. Details by Camille Knight.
Festive atmosphere in Budapest as PSG and Arsenal eye Champions League title
It's the pinnacle of football. Kick off at the Champions League final in Budapest is just a few hours away. Arsenal are trying to win it for the first time, while Paris Saint-Germain wants to become only the second team to win it twice in a row. The atmosphere in Budapest is festive to say the least, details from the ground with FRANCE 24 journalist Selina Sykes and freelance sports journalist Karim Baldé.
Hong Kong charity calls for foster carers from diverse backgrounds to ease backlog
Hundreds of vulnerable children in Hong Kong are waiting for temporary homes, with a local charity urging more households from diverse backgrounds to step forward as demand for foster placements continues to outstrip supply. Mother’s Choice said 222 children remained on the official waiting list for placement, adding that single carers now make up nearly 10 per cent of foster parents in its Project Bridge programme, while the rest are married or same-sex couples. The charity, which supports...