In the press

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, April 18: We look at reactions as Indians prepare to vote in mammoth elections. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is hailed for having elevated India to the international stage, but criticised for curbing the rights of minorities. Also: Colorado plans to extend privacy laws to neural data as new connected headbands give companies unfettered access to our thoughts and feelings. Finally, a French TV series depicting President Emmanuel Macron's love story with his wife Brigitte is in the works!

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, April 17: King Abdullah II of Jordan defends his country's actions in shooting down Iranian missiles on Saturday, saying that Jordan's security comes above all else. Also, MPs in the UK back a new bill to ban smoking in the country, but Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces a rebellion from within the Conservative Party. Finally, Paris Saint-Germain mount a comeback to beat Barcelona and qualify for the Champions League semi-finals, with one Spanish newspaper blaming the result on "suspect refereeing".

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, April 16: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on his country's Western allies to do more, asking why Ukraine can't be defended in the same way Israel was in the face of Iranian missile strikes. Also, tensions between Kyiv and Washington deepen as Ukraine continues to target Russian oil refineries. Finally, former UK prime minister Liz Truss has released a book, which has not been warmly received by many.

IN THE PRESS – Monday, April 15: The Israeli and Iranian have different viewpoints on Sunday's attack on Israel, with Iran's press decrying what they call "Western hypocrisy". The news makes the front pages worldwide, with one US paper revealing that half the Iranian missiles failed to even reach Israel.

IN THE PRESS – Friday, April 12: The media reacts to the death of controversial former NFL star O.J. Simpson, who was acquitted of killing his ex-wife and her friend in 1994. Meanwhile, children in Poland rejoice as homework is banned...but not everyone is happy with the decision. Finally, three men are saved from a deserted island after writing "HELP" with palm leaves.

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, April 9: In a court case at the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Nicaragua accuses Germany of neglecting its duty to prevent genocide in Gaza. This as one German paper underlines Nicaragua's hypocrisy, as it is governed by autocratic leader Daniel Ortega. Also, we look at stunning pictures of the total solar eclipse. The Atlantic reports on the harrowing fate of the Maasai tribe in the Serengeti. Finally, Scrabble releases a new version aimed at less competitive players!

IN THE PRESS – Monday, April 8: Millions of people in North America gear up for a total solar eclipse, with one newspaper giving out fashion tips for the event. Meanwhile, British runner Russ Cook becomes the first person to run the entire length of Africa, raising over half a million euros for charity in the process. Finally, Chechnya bans music that is too fast or too slow.

IN THE PRESS – Friday, April 5: In a strongly-worded front page, The Independent urges the West to stop selling weapons to Israel. The outrage continues after Israel's attack in Gaza this week that killed several foreign aid workers. Also in the news: after a violent attack on a young teenager by her classmates, the French regional press laments the nefarious role of social media in bullying incidents. Finally, former French president François Hollande's (in)famous scooter is set to be auctioned off.

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, April 4: Sébastien Lecornu and Sergei Shoigu exchange a rare phone call in order to discuss their countries' respective fights against terrorism. Also, The Financial Times reports on the Russian intelligence failures around the Crocus City Hall attack.

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, April 3: Papers express outrage as seven aid workers are killed by Israeli strikes in Gaza. UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak calls for an investigation, with three British nationals amongst those killed. The Israeli papers also react, with PM Benjamin Netanyahu saying "this happens in wartime". In other news, the United States is bracing for the largest invasion of cicadas in over 200 years.

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, April 2: Senegal's newly elected leader Bassirou Diomaye Faye is set to be sworn in. Mediapart, the French investigative website, wonders about the future of women's rights in Senegal with a polygamist president. Also: a video of two unarmed Black men apparently being punched and chokeholded by police sparks anger in Spain. Finally, a highly anticipated performance in a play by French actress Isabelle Huppert sparks heckling and prompts a lively discussion on theatregoers' behaviour.

IN THE PRESS – Friday, March 29: Gaza's famine dominates the front pages after the International Court of Justice's legally binding ruling that Israel must allow access for international aid. Also: Saudi Arabia will have its first Miss Universe candidate at a beauty pageant in Mexico later this year. The Czech government accuses the owners of a pro-Kremlin Czech media of a disinformation campaign. Plus, Beyoncé's "Cowboy Carter" album drops and a new study shows song lyrics are angrier and more basic than ever.

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, March 28: The resignation of a high school principal in eastern Paris, after he received death threats for asking a pupil to remove her headscarf, sparks outrage among French politicians. Meanwhile, France's lower house begins debate on a new bill to outlaw hair discrimination. Finally, find out why eclipse tourism is a huge event in the US!

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IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, March 27: The American media react to the Baltimore bridge collapse, which has left six construction workers missing, presumed dead. Meanwhile, one French paper investigates a scandal involving American tyre manufacturer Goodyear. In other news, public confidence in the NHS is at a record low. Finally, a popular British television presenter has his trousers censored in North Korea.

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, March 26: The US and UK formally accuse China of being behind widespread cyberattacks on institutions and journalists. US hip-hop mogul Diddy's houses are raided by federal agents over sex trafficking and rape allegations. Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro hid at the Hungarian embassy while facing inquiries, according to The New York Times. Plus: a man changes his name to "Literally Anybody Else" and plans to run in the US presidential election!

IN THE PRESS – Friday, March 22: We look at reactions in the Indian newspapers after the chief minister of Delhi, the highest-ranking official in the state, is arrested for money laundering. Opposition MPs are accusing PM Narendra Modi of insidious tactics to silence opposition, a month before national elections. Also: scientists name a new prehistoric amphibian after lovable muppet Kermit the Frog!

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, March 21: We look at reactions to the confirmation of Prabowo Subianto's election as Indonesia's new president. In France, photos of a sweaty, muscled Emmanuel Macron boxing spark derision and questions about their symbolism. Shohei Ohtani, the highest-paid US baseball player in the world, fires his interpreter and close friend over accusations of theft of millions of dollars. Finally, after a disappointing score in the annual happiness report, French papers wonder why France is so perennially unhappy! 

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, March 20: Israeli newspaper Haaretz criticises PM Benjamin Netanyahu, saying that US President Joe Biden is running out of patience with him. Meanwhile, one French paper investigates who could succeed Mahmoud Abbas as leader of the Palestinian Authority. In other news, the largest ever cyberbullying trial in French history sees 28 people incarcerated. Finally, the World Happiness Report spells bad news for youngsters.

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, March 19: We look at a strike by workers at France's weather forecaster Météo France over the automation of certain services that they say is harming the credibility of the outfit. Also: Gambian MPs will spend three months discussing a plan to repeal a ban on female genital mutilation. Here in France, the Michelin Guide has awarded its stars to hallowed French culinary institutions. Finally, we take you into the world of joggling (jogging plus juggling!).

IN THE PRESS – Friday, March 15: As millions of Russians head to the polls for the country's presidential election, Vladimir Putin opponent Ilya Yashin gives an interview to French newspaper Libération, detailing his fears of being killed. Also, Russian officials have come up with innovative ways to get young people to vote...including the chance to ride a Ferris wheel.

IN THE PRESS - Tuesday, March 12: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi implements his controversial 2019 citizenship law that effectively discriminates against Indian Muslims with civic groups vowing to lead street protests. Also: Kate Middleton's Photoshop disaster continues to dominate the dailies. Finally, France's most popular singer Aya Nakamura is the victim of racist attacks over rumours that she might perform at the Paris Olympics' opening ceremony.

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, March 6: The US media reacts to Super Tuesday, with Donald Trump's last remaining rival Nikki Haley the target of many memes online. Meanwhile, one NGO reports that hundreds of people have been arrested in Russia for showing support for Alexei Navalny. Finally, a German man has been vaccinated against Covid a whopping 217 times.

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, March 5: We bring you reactions in the international press to Argentina's government suspending the services of its state news agency Telam. We also look ahead to Super Tuesday, a major day of primary elections in the US. Or, as some papers put it, Super Trump! Plus: find out why former French president François Hollande may be eyeing a political comeback...and why there's a campaign in Dublin to stop public groping of a beloved statue.