The Football Association have started their search for a new manager following Gareth Southgate's decision to end his eight-year reign on Tuesday in the aftermath of last weekend's Euro 2024 final defeat against Spain. Postecoglou has joined England Under-21s coach Lee Carsley, Newcastle manager Eddie Howe, former Chelsea bosses Mauricio Pochettino and Graham Potter and ex-Bayern Munich chief Thomas Tuchel on the FA's list of potential candidates. After a largely impressive first season with Tottenham... Читать дальше...
Initial autopsy results showed traces of cyanide in the blood of six Vietnamese and American guests at a luxury hotel in central Bangkok and one of them is believed to have poisoned the others over a bad investment, Thai authorities said Wednesday (July 17).
Ursula von der Leyen has spent weeks trying to convince European Union lawmakers to back her for a second term as president of the European Commission.
"MoneyGram Haas F1 Team can confirm Kevin Magnussen will depart his race seat upon the conclusion of his current contract at the end of the 2024 FIA Formula 1 World Championship," the North Carolina-based constructor wrote on X. Magnussen will leave the team he has represented in 135 Grand Prix across seven seasons -- split between 2017-2020 and 2020-2024 -- at the end of the F1 campaign, which culminates with the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in early December. "I'd like to extend my thanks to everyone at MoneyGram Haas F1 Team -... Читать дальше...
Ursula von der Leyen's political fate will be decided on Thursday (July 18), when the European Parliament chooses whether to elect or reject her for another five-year term as president of the European Commission, the EU's powerful executive body. She made her final leadership pitch Thursday in a speech to lawmakers at the European Parliament. FRANCE 24's Armen Gerogian gives us his analysis.
Five Siamese crocodile nests were discovered in Cambodia's Cardamom National Park in mid-May, the country's environment and agriculture ministry said in a joint statement with conservation group Fauna and Flora. The nests contained 106 eggs, of which 66 were fertilised, and a total of 60 Siamese crocodile eggs successfully hatched between June 27 and 30, the ministry said. "This discovery indicates that the area is a key habitat for natural crocodiles, providing hope for the species' recovery," they said in the statement. Читать дальше...
Donald Trump’s VP pick J.D. Vance addressed the Republican National Convention on Wednesday (July 17) night. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert gives us his analysis.
“It’s not the job of an IOC president to have an easy life,” said Thomas Bach, president of the International Olympic Committee, adding that his task is to "organise the best possible Olympic Games for the athletes". Bach spoke to FRANCE 24 about the impact that the wars around the world and the current political chaos in France have had on the organisation of the 2024 Paris Games.
The closed-door trial in Yekaterinburg, Russia of detained American journalist Evan Gershkovich on espionage charges resumed on Thursday. The Wall Street Journal's Moscow correspondent faces a possible sentence of up to 20 years and has already spent the past 16 months in prison on charges his employer and the White House deny and the UN has labelled "arbitrary'.
Leonard, who won the 1997 Open at Troon, was given the honours of launching the 152nd Open Championship alongside fellow American and another former winner Todd Hamilton. Attention will turn to the world's top two players later as they aim to make a mark on the final major of the year. McIlroy is aiming to get over his heartbreak at the US Open last month, where he blew a late lead due to two short missed putts as Bryson DeChambeau claimed his second major by one shot. That extended the world... Читать дальше...
France’s new National Assembly is set to meet for the first time Thursday (July 18) following snap legislative elections which failed to create a majority and split the lower house into three political blocs. Parliamentarians must elect their new president, a role that has taken on increasing importance amid stalled negotiations to nominate a new prime minister.
Human Rights Watch (HRW) Senior Crisis Conflict Researcher Belkis Wille joins FRANCE 24's Mark Owen to present their independent, fact-based report on October 7th's surprise attack on southern Israel and the numerous atrocities committed against civilians that left over 1000 dead and more than 200 taken hostage. According to HRW's just-released report, Hamas led four other 'well-trained' Palestinian armed groups in committing hundreds of war crimes in the deadliest attack in Israel's history, setting... Читать дальше...
Israel kept up its air strikes on Gaza Wednesday (July 16) after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed to ramp up the pressure on Hamas as hopes faded for a US-announced ceasefire plan. The Israeli military said it had carried out 25 strikes in 24 hours, targeting "military structures, terrorist infrastructure, terrorist cells and rigged structures". The health ministry in Hamas-ruled Gaza said 52 people had been killed in Israeli strikes over the previous 24 hours.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company -- whose clients include Apple and Nvidia -- controls more than half the world's output of silicon wafers, used in everything from smartphones and cars to missiles. Following the runaway success of ChatGPT, the company is now at the forefront of a generative AI revolution, churning out the world's most advanced microchips needed to power products made by Silicon Valley. The firm said it made NT$247.8 billion (US$7.6 billion) in April-June, up 36 percent... Читать дальше...
J.D. Vance urged United States voters to "choose a new path" as he formally accepted his nomination to be the Republican Party's vice presidential candidate in a keynote address Wednesday (July 17). FRANCE 24's Fraser Jackson tells us more.
Baron Pierre de Coubertin, the controversial French founder of the modern Olympics, is proving to be a divisive figure for organisers of the Paris Games. Yet while some deplore his sexist, misogynistic and colonialist remarks, others have praised his dedication to using sport to promote peace and view him as a visionary and a humanist.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Thursday pushed for a “strong Europe” in a speech to the European Parliament as she seeks a second five-year term. In a final pitch before the vote, the former German defence minister pledged to create a joint European defence union and to lead the fight to preserve a democratic “European way of life”.
France’s new National Assembly is set to meet for the first time Thursday following snap legislative elections which failed to create a majority and split the lower house into three political blocs. Parliamentarians must elect their new president, a role that has taken on increasing importance amid stalled negotiations to nominate a new prime minister. Follow FRANCE 24’s liveblog for all the latest developments in a crunch day for French politics.
Grey wolves were virtually exterminated in Europe a century ago but now, thanks to conservation efforts, numbers have rebounded. The predator's population growth has triggered howls of protest from farmers and concern from conservationists. In 2023, there were breeding packs of grey wolves in 23 countries of the European Union, with a total population estimated at around 20,300 animals, bringing the elusive creatures into more frequent contact with humans. Last year, European Commission President... Читать дальше...
The country's highest court ruled it was "discrimination" for state health insurers to treat same-sex couples differently from their heterosexual counterparts, in a verdict that activists said could pave the way for the eventual legalisation of same-sex unions in the South. "National Health Insurance should recognise spousal insurance coverage for same-sex couples," the court ruled, with activists breaking into cheers as the verdict was read out. The verdict, which cannot be appealed, means common-law... Читать дальше...
Two decades later, the Kenyan marathon legend is heading to Paris for what could be his final challenge at the 2024 Olympics. At 39, he says he is hoping to make history on August 11 by becoming the "first human being" to win the Olympic marathon three times in succession, overtaking Ethiopia's Abebe Bikila (1960, 1964) and Waldemar Cierpinski of Germany (1976, 1980). It was in Paris in 2003 that the then 18-year-old made a thunderous international debut, snatching the 5,000 metres world championship... Читать дальше...
After two years of struggles, Hamilton ended his long winless run at the British Grand Prix with a record ninth home triumph at Silverstone and hopes to repeat that feat in forecast intense heat at the track where last year he secured his most recent pole position. Following his emotional success in front of an adoring crowd in the English rain, Hamilton said he felt excited at the prospect of returning to a track where he has scored several memorable victories in his career. "I love Hungary," he said. Читать дальше...
The two nations are the traditional powerhouses of the pool, but Australia have not beaten the dominant Americans' medal tally since the 1956 Games in Melbourne. A stellar performance at the world championships in Japan last year, where they won more golds than the Americans, raised expectations. But Taylor, who masterminded Australia's success at the last Olympics in Tokyo where they won nine gold medals and 20 overall, conceded they would be chasing the United States again when the swimming begins at La Defense Arena on July 27. Читать дальше...
Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance told his personal story in his first major speech since being picked as the Republican vice-presidential candidate. He portrayed himself as a working-class boy who will promote policies to help Americans who feel forgotten.
"I won't challenge the government, but what I want is decent compensation," the wiry 57-year-old told AFP, seated in the shade of the house he shares with eight relatives. "We don't have any official information. We have only heard about it from social media." Mech is one of thousands of Cambodians living along the projected route of the $1.7 billion Funan Techo canal -- an ambitious infrastructure project the government says will offer vast economic benefits. The waterway will run 180 kilometres... Читать дальше...
