Many teachers and parents are worried the reopening of schools will accelerate the spread of Covid-19, but governments have insisted it should go ahead. France 24 Catherine Norris-Trent tells us more.
Lucile Marbeau: “The families remain completely unclear of the fate of their missing relatives”
August 30 is the international day of the disappeared. Lucile Marbeau, spokesperson for the ICRC, was France 24 guest.
Tensions escalate between Greece and Turkey in eastern Mediterranean
After weeks of tensions in the Mediterranean Sea, Greece and Turkey have stepped up rival military manoeuvres in recent days. The two countries are at odds over maritime borders, but also – and above all –...
Hong Kong launches mass Covid-19 tests, undermined by mistrust of China
Hong Kong launched a mass coronavirus testing scheme on September 1, but calls for millions to take up the offer have been undermined by deep distrust of the government following China’s crushing of the...
Trump in Kenosha: US president to push law and order agenda in Wisconsin
Donald Trump is on his way to Kenosha. What’s on the agenda? France 24 Douglas Herbert tells us more.
Disabled children in the coronavirus pandemic | COVID-19 Special
The coronavirus pandemic has made life difficult for families, and it has hit those with disabled children especially hard. Many of them, like kids with down syndrome, have a weakened immune system and are forced into...
English schools prepare for return after six month break – BBC News
Schools in England are preparing to welcome back pupils after nearly 6 months out of the classroom. Britain’s education secretary Gavin Williamson insists students are returning to a safe environment and said the re...