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Romania at a crossroads: confronting communist nostalgia on election day

As Romanians head to the polls in a pivotal presidential election, the country’s struggle to come to terms with its communist past is taking on new urgency. The legacy of Ceausescu’s regime, and the nostalgia or disillusionment it inspires, now shapes debates about national identity and the direction Romania will…

Radio France Internationale · May 18, 2025

Trump's first 100 days: Grassroots pick up Democratic slack as 'chaos' unfolds

The first 100 days of Donald Trump's second term have been defined by a whirlwind of executive action, sweeping policy reversals and a confrontational style that has left both allies and opponents reeling. Among his most notable actions, there have been mass firings of federal employees, the targeting of immigrants,…

Radio France Internationale · Apr 30, 2025

New markets for Bordeaux wine

This week on The Sound Kitchen you’ll hear the answer to the question about the French wine crisis. There’s “The Listener’s Corner” with Paul Myers, Erwan Rome’s “Music from Erwan”, and the new quiz and bonus questions too, so click the “Play” button above and enjoy!

Radio France Internationale · Apr 26, 2025

Germany's far-left party celebrates surprise comeback in elections

While the far-right representation in Germany's parliament doubled in size after weekend elections, the country's left wing also got a boost at the polls. With 8.5 percent of the vote, they easily crossed the five percent threshold to get back into active politics. RFI's Jan van der Made reports from…

Radio France Internationale · Feb 24, 2025

Germans vote in elections set to mark a radical shift to the right

This Sunday, Germans cast their ballots in a widely observed, nationwide election. After a day of demonstrations, Berliners turned out to vote at the numerous polling stations across the capital. RFI's Jan van der Made spoke to some of the electorate who turned out.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 23, 2025

Far-right rally in Berlin faces Antifa resistance on eve of crucial German elections

On the eve of Germany's general elections, the capital Berlin bore witness to numerous demonstrations as a controversial far-right march clashed with a larger group of antifa protesters, challenging police efforts to keep the groups apart. RFI’s Jan Van der Made was on the ground, covering the escalating tensions.

Radio France Internationale · Feb 22, 2025

Berlin’s public transport grinds to a halt as workers strike ahead of German elections

With Germany gearing up for landmark elections on Sunday, Berlin’s iconic yellow U-Bahn carriages have remained at a standstill – along with trams and most buses. Unlike in France, where transport strikes are almost routine, German workers rarely take to the picket lines. So why are Berliners striking and will…

Radio France Internationale · Feb 22, 2025

Why America's Democrats aren't as wounded as you might think

Donald Trump has wasted no time making his mark in his first week back in office, signing executive orders, delivering speeches and outlining his plans. Meanwhile, the Democrats are still absorbing their election loss in November and trying to chart a path forward. But despite the prevailing view that they…

Radio France Internationale · Jan 30, 2025

Macron warns on Ukraine as world leaders hail Trump's return to White House

French President Emmanuel Macron warned on Monday that Russia's war against Ukraine would not end imminently despite Donald Trump's pre-investiture pledges to terminate the fighting soon after his formal return to the White House.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 21, 2025

Trump vows to act with 'historic speed and strength' via executive orders

Just hours after his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump signed a record 78 executive orders aimed at reversing or undermining politics set out by his predecessor Joe Biden and strengthening his own agenda. Trump supporters, who had been waiting for hours in the cold…

Radio France Internationale · Jan 21, 2025