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Did we kill the Neanderthals? New research may finally answer an age-old question.

A complex picture of how Neanderthals died out, and the role that modern humans played in their disappearance, is emerging.

LiveScience

A 'dramatic break' with China would be a 'big mistake', former ECB chief Trichet says

France's public debt is very much in the spotlight. The country's recently appointed prime minister, Michel Barnier, calls it a "sword of Damocles" hanging over future generations. Indeed, for many countries, paying interest on the national debt deprives them of investing in education, healthcare, research and so on. Similar debates…

France 24

Challenges ahead for Japan's new PM Ishiba

Japan’s new prime minister, Shigeru Ishiba, has called for "fundamentally bolstering" the country’s defences in the face of rising regional and global threats. FRANCE 24's Yuka Royer speaks with Robert Ward, Japan Chair at the International Institute for Strategic Studies, about the challenges ahead for the Japanese leader.

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From protector to onlooker: how France lost its influence in Lebanon

France has multiplied its diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the growing conflict in Lebanon between Hezbollah and Israel, but the influence it wields in its former protectorate has declined dramatically in recent years. RFI looks at how France lost its clout.

Radio France Internationale

France celebrates British and Irish film in Dinard

This week, arts24 is in the delightful seaside town of Dinard in Brittany, for France's yearly celebration of British and Irish film. For 35 years, it's been a launchpad for independent gems that go on to conquer the world of cinema. Culture editor Eve Jackson shares some of this year's…

France 24

I Can't Stop Drooling Over This All-Carbon Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP

Honda has unveiled the CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Carbon Edition in France and the UK, with only 300 of these examples set to see the light of day.

RideApart

Macron warns against 'double standards' in world conflicts

French President Emmanuel Macron opened the two-day "Francophonie" summit on Friday, and called on the international community to avoid "double standards" in world conflicts.

France 24

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'Alone Against World': Lawyer Defending Frenchman In Mass Rape Trial

How do you defend the indefensible? "I decided to defend Dominique Pelicot because he asked me to," said Zavarro.

International Business Times

Greenpeace warns of flooding risks at France's biggest nuclear plant

Greenpeace is urging French energy giant EDF to abandon its plans to build two new reactors at its Gravelines nuclear plant, citing the risk of flooding due to rising sea levels. The environmental group accuses the French nuclear industry of underestimating the threat to the coastal site.

Radio France Internationale

Fifa’s transfer rules go against European Union law, declares EU’s highest court

The transfer rules of Fifa go against European Union laws, the EU’s highest court said in a ruling on the case linked to former France player Lassana Diarra

The Guardian - UK

New Caledonian independence leaders wary as France drops voting reform

Independence leaders in New Caledonia have reacted with caution to the French government's decision to scrap a constitutional amendment on voting rights, with some fearing it's a tactical delay that sidesteps the deeper issue of the Pacific territory's political autonomy.

Radio France Internationale

Macron hosts francophone summit to boost influence in French-speaking world

The annual "Francophonie" summit kicks off on Friday – an opportunity for host-country France to try and bolster its influence in a conflict-ridden world, particularly in Africa. Chad President Mahamat Idriss Deby, an ally of France and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are among the prominent guests.

Radio France Internationale

Weakened Hezbollah expected to return to traditional guerilla warfare tactics

Israel’s assassination of longtime Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, its elimination of most of the group's top commanders and the destruction of its communications system – spectacularly illustrated by exploding pagers and walkie-talkies – has crippled the Shiite group, leaving it with little choice but to return to the guerrilla tactics…

France 24

Enzo Maresca hails Christopher Nkunku after 'special day' capped with Chelsea goal

Nkunku is back in France squad for upcoming Nations League fixtures

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French treasure hunt for buried owl statue ends after 31 years

A mass treasure hunt appears to have come to an end, after an announcement in France that a buried statuette of a golden owl has finally been unearthed – after 31 years.

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Hezbollah Leader Agreed To Ceasefire Before Assassination

Hezbollah leader agreed to a ceasefire before being assassinated by Israel, involving US and France in negotiations.

The Independent UK

Odyssey cruise ship finally leaves Belfast for three year voyage around the world

The vessel was originally due to depart four months ago

The Guardian - UK

France’s 31-year treasure hunt for a buried owl statue finally ends

Conclusion of search launched by 1993 picture puzzle book leaves chouetteurs with mixed emotions

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Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappe Out of France Squad Despite Return From Injury

Kylian Mbappé will not represent France in its UEFA Nations League matches against Israel and Belgium.

The Independent UK

When is the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony? Date, time and full list of nominees

Vinicius Jr, Jude Bellingham and Aitana Bonmati are among those tipped to win during the star-studded evening in Paris

The Guardian - UK

Stranded cruise ship finally leaves Belfast for round-the-world voyage

Villa Vie Odyssey passengers, who spent four months stuck in Northern Irish capital, had believed they were heading north

France 24

Macron hosts Francophone leaders in bid to boost French influence

President Emmanuel Macron hosts the "Francophonie" summit this week in a bid to bolster French clout in a conflict-ridden world, in particular Africa. Chad President Mahamat Idriss Deby, an ally of France and regular visitor to Paris, will be a prominent guest, as will Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

France 24

Conservationist Patricia Wright on finding a new rainforest in Madagascar

A world-renowned naturalist and environmentalist, who is credited with discovering a new species of lemur, has spoken to FRANCE 24 about her latest discovery. Dr Patricia Wright has found a 14-square-kilometre tropical rainforest in a remote part of Madagascar. She has been working with a team of scientists who have…

The Guardian - UK

Europe’s exhausted oyster reefs ‘once covered area size of Northern Ireland’

Study uncovers vivid and poignant accounts of reefs as high as houses off countries including UK, France and Ireland

The Times of India

Explained: How a former Real Madrid, Chelsea player could change future of football transfers

Football's player transfer system will be in the spotlight and could even be massively overhauled on Friday when the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) announces its verdict on former France player Lassana Diarra's case against governing body FIFA.

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