Is Russia preparing to launch a new offensive in northern Ukraine? Ukraine’s commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, says Kyiv is preparing for the possibility of a Russian attack from the Bryansk region. But he...
Couple in Indonesia caned for kissing on TikTok livestream | DW News
Aceh allows up to 100 lashes for morality offenses including adultery, gambling and gay sex. The region was granted permission to enforce religious law in the 2000s in a deal to end a separatist war. The local Sharia...
Heather Cox Richardson on 250 years of American history | BBC Americast
How have 250 years of history shaped modern America? As historic July 4th celebrations take place across the country this weekend we ask how does modern America compare to the vision of the Founding Fathers in the 18th...
Extreme heat fuels wildfires across Europe
Record-breaking heat across Europe is fuelling wildfires, deadly storms, and widespread health risks, forcing thousands from their homes. Scientists warn that record-warm oceans are intensifying extreme weather, making...
Star-spangled blowup? Divided United States commemorates 250th anniversary • FRANCE 24 English
The world’s longest-running democracy is celebrating its 250th anniversary. Quite the milestone for a United States that to many Europeans still seems like a new world. Since 1789, it’s been governed under the same...
Austria-Algeria draw sparks World Cup match fixing allegations online • FRANCE 24 English
Austria and Algeria’s dramatic 3-3 World Cup draw sparked online claims the match was fixed to send both teams into the knockout stage at Iran’s expense. Conspiracy theories, misleading videos and fake FIFA...