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Meet the artist behind Notre-Dame's new modern stained-glass windows

What will the future modern stained-glass windows of Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral look like? The designs of visual artist Claire Tabouret – chosen to create the cathedral’s new windows – are being shown to the public for the first time at a double exhibition at the Grand Palais in Paris…

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Fossils discovered in Morocco shed light on our African roots

Where did our species first emerge? Fossils discovered in Morocco dating back more than 773,000 years bolster the theory that Homo sapiens originally appeared in Africa, scientists said in a study this week.

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US and EU urge fresh talks between Syria govt, Kurds after deadly clashes

The United States and the European Union on Saturday urged the Syrian government and Kurdish authorities to return to negotiations after days of deadly clashes in the northern city of Aleppo.

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French gut study explores how microbes influence health over time

France is known for its gastronomy, but what happens after food is eaten may matter just as much to scientists and healthcare professionals. A large-scale study of the French gut microbiome is under way to better understand the link between food, bacteria and long-term health.

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New protests hit Iran as alarm grows over crackdown 'massacre'

Iranians took to the streets in new protests against the clerical authorities overnight despite an internet shutdown, as rights groups warned on Sunday that authorities were committing a "massacre" to quell the demonstrations.

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Egypt dethrone Côte d'Ivoire to reach semis at the Africa Cup of Nations

Egypt skipper Mohamed Salah scored his fourth goal at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday night as his side eliminated the defending champions Côte d'Ivoire 3-2 in Agadir.

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Thousands of Irish, French farmers protest EU-Mercosur trade deal

Thousands of farmers in Ireland and France protested Saturday against the European Union's trade deal with the South American bloc Mercosur, a day after EU states approved the treaty despite opposition from some members.

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Nigeria crush Algeria to advance to semi-finals at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

Nigeria striker Victor Osimhen produced a man-of-the-match display on Saturday night as Nigeria beat Algeria 2–0 to reach the semi-finals of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

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Benin heads to polls after failed coup shakes political landscape

Benin votes on Sunday in legislative and local elections that come just over a month after an attempted coup shook the commercial capital Cotonou. The vote follows weeks of campaigning and comes ahead of a presidential election in April.

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'American? No!' says Greenland after latest Trump threat

Greenland's political parties said they did not want to be under Washington as US President Donald Trump again suggested using force to seize the mineral-rich Danish autonomous territory, raising concern worldwide.

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Why the new US ambassador to South Africa could strain relations even further

Leo Brent Bozell III, the conservative activist picked by President Donald Trump to represent the United States in South Africa, is preparing to begin his new role as ambassador after being confirmed by the US Senate. A history of opposition to the country's ruling party during its struggle against apartheid…

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New UK death after storms, 100,000 French homes without power

A man was killed after a tree fell on a caravan in England after record winds brought by Storm Goretti, as 100,000 homes in France were still without power on Saturday.

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South Africa defends naval drills with Iran, Russia as 'essential'

South Africa on Saturday began naval drills with Russia, Iran and China, describing the manoeuvres off its coast as not merely a show of force but a vital response to rising maritime tensions.

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New rallies in Iran as son of shah calls for city centres to be seized

Major Iranian cities were gripped overnight by new mass rallies denouncing the Islamic republic, as the son of the ousted shah urged protesters on Saturday to plan to seize city centres.

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The Louvre in the news again

This week on The Sound Kitchen, it’s the answer to the question about the recently closed gallery in the Louvre Museum. You’ll hear about my recent trip to Copenhagen, where I met listener Hans Verner Lollike, there are your answers to the bonus question on “The Listeners Corner”, Ollia Horton’s…

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Algeria skipper Mahrez calls for 'big game' against Nigeria at Cup of Nations

Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez urged his teammates to show their quality and play a big game against Nigeria on Saturday afternoon in the last eight at the Africa Cup of Nations.

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Syrian army offensive in Aleppo draws support from Turkey

Turkey has backed a Syrian army offensive against the Kurdish-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) in Aleppo, Syria’s second-largest city, despite a fragile ceasefire backed by the United States.

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Syrian army says swept Aleppo district after clashes with Kurdish fighters

Syria's army said it had completed a "security sweep" on Saturday of a neighbourhood in Aleppo where it clashed with Kurdish forces, though shelling could still be heard following calls for fighters to surrender themselves and their weapons.

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Diaz and Saibari take Morocco past Cameroon into the semis at Cup of Nations

Hosts Morocco moved into the semi-finals at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Friday night following a 2-0 win over Cameroon at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdellah in Rabat.

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Senegal outmuscle 10-man Mali to reach last four at 2025 Africa Cup of Nations

Senegal moved into the last four at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Friday night following a gritty 1-0 win over Mali in Tangier.

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Macron seeks to reset France's Africa policy amid shrinking influence

President Emmanuel Macron has called for a “rebalanced”, “equal-to-equal” partnership between France and African countries, signalling a continued shift away from the military-heavy approach that long defined France’s presence on the continent.

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Over half of African states subjected to travel bans or visa bonds by US

Of Africa’s 54 countries, 36 are now subject to either travel bans or visa bonds by the United States. African states are the prime target of President Donald Trump's latest round of travel restrictions, which he says are aimed at protecting national security and preventing visitors overstaying.

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South Africa’s joint drills a show of influence in the Indian Ocean

Launching on Friday, South Africa's joint naval exercise with China, Russia and Iran goes beyond manoeuvres at sea. The drills signal determination to project influence in southern Africa, a region that holds growing strategic importance for Moscow and Beijing.

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Switzerland 'devastated' by lives lost in Crans-Montana New Year bar fire

Switzerland has been left "devastated" by the deadly Crans-Montana bar fire that killed 40 people celebrating the New Year, President Guy Parmelin told a national service of remembrance on Friday. Meanwhile Frenchman Jacques Moretti, co-owner of the bar Le Constellation, where the tragedy took place, was taken into custody.

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The risky calculations behind Israel's recognition of Somaliland

Israel's decision to formally recognise Somaliland, a breakaway region of Somalia, has drew criticism from most African countries – most of all Somalia, which has long opposed Somaliland's efforts to secede. RFI looks at what's driving Israel to pursue the partnership, and why it is causing concern throughout the Horn…

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