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Irish TV to air Father Ted instead of Eurovision final in protest against Israel’s inclusion
Technology
The Guardian
The Guardian12 days ago1 min read

Irish TV to air Father Ted instead of Eurovision final in protest against Israel’s inclusion

National broadcaster RTÉ accused of antisemitism for decision to screen satirical 1996 Eurovision episode in boycott of contest It is considered one of the funniest episodes of a beloved sitcom, but the Father Ted storyline about Eurovision has been dragged into the row over Israel’s participation in this week’s song contest.Ireland’s national broadcaster, RTÉ,

WHO cautiously optimistic over hantavirus as more cases still possible
Health
France 24
France 2412 days ago1 min read

WHO cautiously optimistic over hantavirus as more cases still possible

The head of the WHO said their work is not over. With the hantavirus having a long incubation period, it says the appearance of more cases is possible. This comes as many nations vow to work together to combat the spread of the virus. Most countries are following the guidelines set by the WHO, thanks to the experience acquired from cooperating during the Covid pandemic - except for the US.

Canvas owner reaches ‘agreement’ with hackers to secure stolen data
Technology
The Verge
The Verge12 days ago1 min read

Canvas owner reaches ‘agreement’ with hackers to secure stolen data

Instructure, the company behind the Canvas learning management platform, says it has "reached an agreement" with hackers that breached its systems last week to prevent stolen data from being leaked online. The ShinyHunters hacking group claimed responsibility for the attack before Canvas was briefly taken offline. The group threatened to publish 3.5 terabytes of student […]

Behind the scenes of the Cannes Film Festival with Le Majestic hotel manager
Entertainment
France 24
France 2412 days ago1 min read

Behind the scenes of the Cannes Film Festival with Le Majestic hotel manager

The Cannes Film Festival is getting underway. Actors, directors and producers from around the world are heading to the French Riviera for the world's biggest film festival. Every year, Cannes welcomes between 35,000 and 40,000 festivalgoers and they all need a place to stay. On Entre Nous, we speak to Charles Richez, the general manager of one of the most beautiful hotels on the Croisette: Le Majestic Cannes. He tells us how the hotel has been preparing for the festival.

France invites Kenya to attend G7 summit amid Africa Forward Summit
Sports
France 24
France 2412 days ago1 min read

France invites Kenya to attend G7 summit amid Africa Forward Summit

France is pitching what it calls a new model of partnership with African countries at a huge summit in Kenya, as it completes a military withdrawal from West African countries which is largely considered as a sign of a declining influence on the continent. On this second day, heads of states are meeting with heads of French and African businesses. FRANCE 24's Tom Canetti tells us more about the political implications of the summit.

Independent Israeli report accuses Hamas of 'systematic' sexual violence during October 7 attacks
Technology
France 24
France 2412 days ago1 min read

Independent Israeli report accuses Hamas of 'systematic' sexual violence during October 7 attacks

A new independent commission finds Hamas and its allies committed "systematic, widespread" sexual violence during their October 7, 2023 attack on Israel and against hostages they took back to Gaza. This comes as the Knesset passed a law establishing a special military tribunal to try Palestinian militants accused of taking part in the October 7 attacks, under which the death penalty could be handed down. FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky tells us more form Jerusalem.

Starmer replacement remains to be found as pressure for PM to resign grows
Technology
France 24
France 2412 days ago1 min read

Starmer replacement remains to be found as pressure for PM to resign grows

A second junior minister resigned from embattled UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer's government on May 12 as a growing number of lawmakers from his Labour party urged him to quit. But as the pressure grows, no potential replacement to Starmer has risen so far - although some candidates have been drawn out. FRANCE 24's Angela Diffley tells us the latest, and whether anything will happen.

Los Angeles's housing crisis: Essential workers priced out of the city
Technology
France 24
France 2412 days ago1 min read

Los Angeles's housing crisis: Essential workers priced out of the city

In the United States, home ownership used to be part of the American dream. But today, in cities like Los Angeles, housing has become unaffordable for millions of essential workers. Nurses, teachers and firefighters are often no longer able to live near their workplaces due to soaring property prices. With exorbitant rents and endless commutes, many are being pushed to their limits. FRANCE 24's Wassim Cornet and Pierrick Leurent went to meet some of these Americans grappling with a housing crisi