Author: France 24

Boeing is trying to shore up its struggling finances, to the tune of $35 billion. The aerospace giant is reeling from six years of safety issues and setbacks, and has recently announced plans to cut 17,000 jobs, or 10% of its global workforce. Business Editor Kate Moody looks at Boeing’s turbulent path. Also in the show – electric vehicles take centre stage at the Paris Motor Show, but are drivers ready to make the shift? 

The Spanish powerhouse dancer has been called on by the likes of Beyoncé, Coldplay and Paul McCartney to create memorable works. One of the world’s most sought-after choreographers, Blanca Li is Eve Jackson’s guest to talk about her latest creations showing in Paris and beyond. Her most recent work was for French shoe designer Christian Louboutin, with Olympic swimmers performing in high heels in a Paris swimming pool. Coming soon is her modern retelling of the tragic love story “Dido and Aeneas”, based on the 17th-century opera, at Paris’s La Villette venue, as well as a hip-hop take on the…

Politicians from across the political spectrum are up in arms over healthcare giant Sanofi’s plans to sell France’s best-known medical drug Doliprane to US investors, a move critics say would lead to a “loss of sovereignty” for the country in a sensitive industry.

Kylian Mbappé’s entourage denounced a “slanderous rumour” and threatened legal action on Monday after a Swedish newspaper reported an investigation had been opened for rape following a visit by the Real Madrid star to Stockholm.

Second-hand clothing can help countries meet environmental targets, and drive economic growth – but needs support. A new report says governments need to help unleash the sector’s economic potential. Karina Bolin, President of Humana People to People Italia, says it’s important to focus on textiles of good quality, rather than fast fashion. Also in the show – the Nobel Prize for Economics recognizes work on reducing nations’ inequality, and Barcelona sees fresh protests against mass tourism. 

“The Israeli army has investigated why there was no siren that went off before this drone hit an army base, from what we undersand, a dining hall,” said Jordana Miller, ABC News Correspondent in Jerusalem. “That explains part of the reason why so many were hurt in this attack. The initial investigation has turned out that there were two drones that Hezbollah fired at the same time. One was intercepted and shot down, and the other was detected, but then it fell off the radar system [. . .] This is a major hit for the Israelis.”

This week, FRANCE 24’s Valérie Fayolle meets Meryl. The singer and rapper from Martinique takes us to the Elysée Montmartre concert hall, where she first performed in Paris. She chats about her latest album, Caviar I and its many influences. Then it’s off to Agnès Baillon’s Paris studio where we will see the sculptor’s papier-mâché figures including dancers and swimmers. Then last but not least, Paris des Arts brings you to 88 rue du Faubourg-Saint-Honoré, where we take a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the French presidential palace represented at the Maison Elysée.

She was the ultimate 1990s bombshell: Pamela Anderson got her break on TV show “Baywatch” three decades ago. After years out of the spotlight, Anderson returns as the protagonist of Gia Coppola’s film, “The Last Showgirl”. The actress spoke to film critic Emma Jones about her big-screen comeback at this year’s Zurich Film Festival, where a crop of new films could be headed to the awards ceremonies early next year. We also take a look at Kate Winslet’s impressive performance as the American photojournalist Lee Miller in “Lee”; the actress was picking up a career achievement award at the 20th…

Novo Nordisk’s weight loss drug Wegovy will be available in France from Tuesday. The drug will require a prescription and will not be covered by social security. FRANCE 24’s Sharon Gaffney speaks to Adam Collins, Associate Professor of Nutrition at the University of Surrey. He says that the latest class of drugs is a useful tool for people who have a moderate amount of weight to lose.

PSG Forward Ousmane Dembele has been left out of the squad for their Champions League game at Arsenal, after the player failed to meet the needs of the team, manager Luis Enrique said on Monday.