Author: France 24

The US Bureau of Labor of Statistics will be releasing its June inflation data this Tuesday, with economists forecasting a slight uptick in consumer prices because of the impact of tariffs. FRANCE 24 spoke to Nela Richardson, Chief Economist at ADP, about the impact of import duties on US inflation. Also in this edition: the French government considers a spending freeze in a bid to find €40 billion in savings and cut the deficit.

At least a dozen people were killed after Israel struck Hezbollah targets in eastern Lebanon on Tuesday, violating the ceasefire with the Iran-backed group. The attack came amid rising tensions between the neighbouring countries as Israel repeatedly bombed Lebanon despite a November ceasefire aimed to end more than a year of hostilities. 

About a year after receiving the all clear from doctors, British comedian and broadcaster Mark Steel released his book “The Leopard in My House: One Man’s Adventures in Cancerland”. Setting it apart from other offerings in the genre is Steel’s dry humour that shines through during some of his bleakest moments. Speaking to FRANCE 24’s Perspective programme, he said it’s all part of the job: “I think the terrible thing is, the mind of the comic goes ‘if I get through this, there’s a show in this’.”

Napping isn’t just for toddlers anymore. Studies show that a daytime sleep can be great for adults too. Afternoon naps have been proven to boost memory, improve job performance, make you more alert, ease stress and lift your spirits! Sébastien Spitzer, author of “Petite philosophie de la sieste” or “Little Philosophy of Napping”, tells us why.

With drums, chants and a mission of inclusion, Swedish fan group the Soft Hooligans have landed in Switzerland for Euro 2025 – bringing good vibes to the stands and pushing for better support for women’s football. The movement began in 2017, when Kajsa Aronsson, 61, and her daughter Estrid Kjellman, 29, were inspired at the Women’s Euros in the Netherlands. 

On Monday, US President Donald Trump announced new “reciprocal” tariffs on 14 countries that would come into effect on August 1 unless a deal was struck before then. Japan and South Korea vowed to pursue negotiations with Washington – as did South Africa – but promised to defend their national interests, setting the stage for difficult talks. Also in this edition, the BRICS summit wraps up in Brazil, with Trump making headlines there too.

Dozens of people have been killed in fighting between local militias and clans in Syria ’s Sweida province, where government security forces sent to restore order Monday also clashed with local armed groups. Story by Luke Shrago.

FRANCE 24’s Jennifer Ben Brahim chats with British musician, poet, playwright and author Kae Tempest. He is back with “Self Titled”, his most personal album to date, which among other topics talks about his recent transition.

Cole Palmer scored two goals and set up another as Chelsea won the first edition of the expanded Club World Cup by beating European champions Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in Sunday’s final at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Palmer netted twice in the opening half-hour and Joao Pedro added the third before the break, with a roundly beaten PSG having Joao Neves sent off late on.

US e-commerce giant Amazon has expanded its “Prime Day” promotional event this year to four days, in a bid to give shoppers “more time to shop and save”. US President Donald Trump’s global trade war has increased the threat of higher prices for US shoppers. While forecasts show another record year for sales, other indicators are highlighting cautious consumer sentiment. Also in this edition: Trump’s 50 percent tariff threat on all copper imports could hurt global producers like Zambia.