US Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship: Who wins, who loses?
Court struck down US President Trump's executive order abolishing it, but he has pledged to challenge the ruling.
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Several killed in fire at apartment block in Belgium’s Antwerp
Firefighters battling blaze in Linkeroever area of Antwerp that has also left a number of people wounded.
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Canada to compete in 2027 Eurovision song contest
The Eurovision song contest is set to welcome another non-European participant: Canada. The country's finance minister said it offers "a platform for Canada to shine" at a time of heightened diplomatic tensions.
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Hydration breaks: The most controversial issue at the World Cup
The mandatory hydration breaks at the 2026 World Cup have sparked debate in the stands, on the pitch, and far beyond.
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Nearly three in four US scam victims report mental health harm, poll finds
Gallup survey says the financial toll of scams in the United States in 2025 was estimated at $68bn.
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Two UK police officers face misconduct probe in Henry Nowak murder case
IOPC says it is investigating whether race or religion impacted any of the officers' actions.
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Grammy-nominated singer Acantha Lang on using soul music as a means of connection
For Acantha Lang, soul music is "honest" and "moving". The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter told FRANCE 24 that she believes "when people really connect with soul music, there's a kind of magic that happens". Born in New Orleans, Lang says she was "always around" the sounds of soul, jazz and blues, adding: "no…
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‘We can relate’: Bosnia fans bring passion, Palestine support, to World Cup
Tournament has placed Bosnia's fans and global diaspora in the spotlight, as team fights to reach Round of 16.
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German prosecutors arrest Rwanda genocide suspect
A German-Rwandan national has been arrested on suspicion of complicity in murders during Rwanda's 1994 genocide. He is thought to have been personally involved in the killing of one victim.
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Several killed and injured in fire at Antwerp apartment building
The fire broke out in the 10-storey block in the Linkeroever district of the Belgian city.
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Transhumance tradition returns to French Alps
Sheep and goats are guided into Alpine pastures at Le Collet d’Allevard as France’s traditional transhumance festival returns in the Belledonne massif.
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How barbers help Kenya's largest mental health hospital, one haircut at a time
In Kenya, mental health workers are trying to get men to take their psychological wellbeing more seriously. It can be a huge uphill battle, particularly when people feel like they have to suffer in silence. However, doing small things intentionally is a powerful start. The country's largest psychiatric referral…
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Orange lava flows stream from Mount Etna
Orange lava flows stream from Mount Etna
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Thousands march in South Africa demanding illegal migrants leave
Tens of thousands of people marched on June 30th South Africa's largest cities, following a call from around 20 organisations demanding that South Africa tighten its immigration policy. The day was largely peaceful, despite a few arrests for attempted looting. Clashes between South Africans and immigrants have left at…
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Activist arrests surge in Turkey ahead of key NATO summit
Protesters are clearly unwelcome ahead of the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara. Amid a strict ban on public gatherings, 225 activists have already been arrested.
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'Cloak of secrecy' surrounds plane that crashed into Beijing skyscraper
PRESS REVIEW – Wednesday, July 1: Papers discuss a story from China that has flown under the radar: a plane crashed into the tallest building in Beijing in unclear circumstances. Next: why was "controversial figure" Vadim Ermolaev targeted in Monaco? Also: could Ireland become the next summer holiday hotspot? Finally,…
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World Cup 2026: Massive celebrations in Mexico
Huge crowds gathered on the streets of Mexico’s major cities Wednesday to celebrate the country’s 2-0 victory over Ecuador, the country’s first win in a World Cup knockout game since 1986.
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World's oceans break June heat record, says EU monitor
The oceans have never been warmer. They hit a record 21 degrees celcius average surface temperature in June, logged by Copernicus, the EU's Earth-observation programme. It's clearly taking a toll on biodiversity around the world, after years of warnings from experts. The onset of a potentially powerful El Nino weather…
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'Trump not going to give up easily' on bid to restrict birthright citizenship despite SCOTUS stop
The US Supreme Court on June 30 rejected President Donald Trump's bid to restrict birthright citizenship in a blow to one of his signature anti-immigration initiatives. This comes after Trump had signed an executive order on the first day of his presidency decreeing those born to parents in the US illegally or on…
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Two confirmed dead in mass celebrations by Mexico fans after World Cup victory
Third death reported by local media but unconfirmedMore than a million people gathered in Mexico CityAt least two people died during massive celebrations in Mexico City as the national team advanced to the next round at the World Cup, according to the local government.A 19-year-old woman and a 44-year-old man died of…
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Spain heat wave kills over 1,000 in second-hottest June ever
At least 1,028 people died during Spain's recent heatwave as the country endured its hottest January-to-June period on record. Scientists said the extreme heat across Europe was driven by climate change.
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Iran players depart unwelcoming World Cup, jeered by US official but saluted by fans
In a World Cup co-hosted by a country waging war on their homeland, the odds were always stacked against Iran’s Team Melli, who narrowly missed out on the knockout stage despite being undefeated. Their players departed North America on Tuesday, mocked by a senior official in the Trump administration but saluted by…
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Digital euro: The plan to Trump-proof the EU's economy
The EU’s central bank is preparing a digital euro to cut dependence on Visa, Mastercard and Apple Pay. Success hinges on giving consumers an easy-to-use payment system without prompting a flight from bank savings.
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Rwanda does not have 'political will' to honour peace deal, DR Congo minister says
In an interview with FRANCE 24, DR Congo's government spokesperson and Minister of Communication Patrick Muyaya accused Kigali of not having the "political will to implement" the 2025 US-brokered peace deal between the two countries. Muyaya also called for stronger international pressure on Rwanda. "The United States…
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