Author: France 24

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Sunday that he expected the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire to begin “very shortly” once Hamas returns the remains of the last hostage whose body was taken by Palestinian militants during the October 7, 2023 attacks.

Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), also known as chronic fatigue syndrome, affects over 500,000 people in France, with cases rising significantly since the Covid-19 pandemic. Alain Moreau is one of the world’s top scientists on the question. The director of the interdisciplinary Canadian collaborative myalgic encephalomyelitis research discusses advancements in research, including the genetic signature of ME, current research priorities, and the gap between scientific understanding and public perception.

The path to glory at the 2026 World Cup has now been laid out after the contenders discovered their tournament fate at Friday’s draw ceremony in Washington which was dominated by Donald Trump. Story by Morgan Ayre.

French President Emmanuel Macron is visiting China with a delegation of business leaders, seeking more Chinese investment in France and a reduction in the trade deficit. We take a closer look. Also in this edition: the Trump administration plans to loosen US fuel efficiency standards, to the delight of carmakers and the dismay of climate advocates.

Hollywood unions and theatre owners sounded the alarm on Friday over Netflix’s proposed $72 billion takeover of Warner Bros Discovery, warning the deal would cut jobs, concentrate power and reduce theatrical movie releases if the deal passes regulatory review. Details and analysis with Michael Wayne, assistant professor at the department of Media and Communication at Erasmus University.

Two people who organised a marathon in Iran where a number of women athletes competed without wearing veils have been arrested, the Islamic republic’s judiciary said Saturday. While women in Iran are required by law to cover their hair in public, the law’s enforcement has become more sporadic since the country was swept by mass protests in 2022.

In this special 2-hour edition, we dissect the results of the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup Draw. Sports consultants Karim Baldé and Thando Sibiya offer in-depth commentary and strategic insights on each group as they unfold. From potential powerhouses to dark horses, we explore what these matchups mean for the tournament ahead.

Streaming giant Netflix has agreed to acquire Warner Bros studios and its streaming business for $72 billion, the two American companies announced in a statement on Friday. This acquisition would bring two of the industry’s biggest players in film and TV under one roof.

Award-winning chef Mashama Bailey and hospitality mastermind Johno Morisano are behind a Parisian restaurant where dishes pay tribute to a wealth of culinary traditions, from both sides of the Atlantic. They join us in the studio to talk about bringing corn and braised meats to a menu featuring French bistro classics, including the innovative pairing of foie gras and grits. Mashama and Johno tell us how setting up their restaurant “The Grey” in Savannah, Georgia was a formative experience, helping to refine their vision of gastronomy and hospitality. Plus we learn why “kitchens have a built-in soap opera”, as films…

An Israeli-backed Palestinian militia in Gaza said Thursday its leader, Yasser Abu Shabab, has been killed in a dispute with another family. The Popular Forces is one of several armed Palestinian groups supported by Israel that operate in the large portion of the Gaza Strip – about half the territory – still under Israeli military control. The group tout itself as anti-Hamas but has been denounced by many Palestinians, including Abu Shabab’s family, as tools of the Israeli military. Story by Laurent Berstecher.