INTERNATIONAL PAPERS - Fri. 13.02.15: Papers across the world have mixed opinions over how hopeful to be about the peace deal that was hammered out between Ukraine and Russia. Also the US media continues to focus on the tragic shooting of three young Muslims in North Carolina. And a group in Japan calls for Valentine’s Day to be banished from the cultural calendar.
Japanese group calls for Valentine’s Day to be banished from the cultural calendar
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Valentine's Day: the most romantic spots in Paris
Join Eve Jackson as she wanders the streets of Paris in search of love on Valentine's day. Find out the latest about the release of the week, "50 Shades of Grey" before stopping off at the theatre for a spot of "Dirty Dancing".
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'Mister DIY'
FRENCH PAPERS - Fri. 12.02.16: French papers react to yesterday’s government reshuffle, the third of François Hollande’s presidency. Most French papers are not impressed and accuse the president of politicking ahead of the 2017 presidential elections.
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Iran, Indonesia ban Valentine’s Day celebrations
Iran and Indonesia have cracked down on Valentine’s Day celebrations, arguing that the commercial observance of February 14 promotes the spreading of “decadent” western culture.
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Forbidden Love: Eight love stories from eight countries
Eight countries and eight love stories frowned upon by society due to politics, race or religion. “Forbidden Love” tells the stories of modern-day Romeos and Juliets.
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Steven Mnuchin confirmed as US Treasury chief
Former Goldman Sachs executive Steven Mnuchin has been confirmed as the new US Treasury Secretary. He's said tax cuts for businesses and rolling back the Dodd-Frank financial reforms are among his priorities in the role. Also today, we look at who makes money from Valentine's Day in France.
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Unrest continues in French suburbs: 'How can we put out the fire?'
FRENCH PAPERS - Tues. 14.02.17: Violent protests continue in the suburbs of Paris following the alleged police rape of a 22-year-old black man earlier this month. Authorities fear the unrest could spread across the country. Also, the so-called "Penelopegate" scandal follows conservative presidential candidate François Fillon all the way to Reunion Island. Finally, we find out how the Japanese celebrate Valentine's Day.
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'Missile crisis by candle light'
INTERNATIONAL PAPERS - Tues. 14.02.17: The US president draws criticism for handling his first real national security scare out in the open. On Saturday night, Trump and his top aides coordinated their response to North Korea’s missile test in full view of diners at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort in Florida. US papers also react to the resignation of Michael Flynn as Trump’s National Security Adviser. Finally, we look at Valentine's Day around the world.
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Are the French the world's best lovers?
Valentine’s Day was just a few days ago, a good opportunity to focus on love "à la française". What is it like to date a French person? Are the rules different? Do all French people really cheat on their partners? Flo asked some of the FRANCE 24 team about their own personal experiences to find out more.
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Zuma resigns... on Valentine's Day
This programme went to air shortly before Jacob Zuma resigned - we take a look at press and social media exasperation at "The Long Goodbye". Also, it's the first Valentine's Day since #MeToo - we look at some reactions.
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Je t'aime... Are the French the world's best lovers?
When it comes to romance, the French have the reputation of being passionate, first-class lovers. They seem to have a lot going for them: French is the language of love, while Paris is the city of love. But what's it like to really go out with a French person? Are dating rules different? And what about French attitudes to marriage, divorce and infidelity? Join us for this episode of French Connections Plus where we give you the ins and outs of the game of love à la française.
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French media's #MeToo moment? Male journalists' 'online frat club' exposed
IN THE PAPERS - Tuesday, February 12: Libération looks at the scandal of the "LOL league", an online boy's club run for years by male French journalists who made racist, homophobic and sexist comments. Also, Bahrain drops extradition charges for footballer Hakeem al-Araibi, who is finally allowed to return home to Australia. An Indian minister becomes a Twitter meme after doctoring a video of a high-speed train. And forget about Valentine's Day, February 13th is GAL-entine's Day!
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Will a joint 2032 Olympic bid by North and South Korea happen?
IN THE PAPERS - Wednesday, February 13: We look at reactions to the guilty verdict handed down against Mexican drug trafficker El Chapo and what this means for Mexico's war on drugs. A man in Tunisia who reported a rape is sentenced to prison for homosexuality, sparking outrage from human rights groups. Officials from South and North Korea are in Switzerland this week to discuss a possible joint Olympic bid for 2032. Finally, we look at some epic anti-Valentine's Day initiatives!
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Udderly romantic: This Valentine's Day, cows can hook up thanks to mating app Tudder
IN THE PAPERS - Thursday, February 14: We look at reactions from the papers after the arrest of a prominent journalist in the Philippines. Spain could see a new election after Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's draft budget is rejected. We bring you the winners of the wildlife photography People's Choice awards, plus a rare black panther is photographed in Kenya. Finally, this Valentine's Day, cows can seek partners thanking to a new dating app, Tudder!
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For Valentine's Day, make a date with a book
Book critic Cathie Clifford speaks to Eve Jackson about the love stories people want in 2019, plus we look at an exhibition honouring redheads and a new show about the Hungarian-born father of "Op" art, Victor Vasarely.
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Dating apps see exponential growth over past eight years
With romance in the air this Valentine's Day, dating apps like Tinder are racking up huge numbers. We take a closer look. But first, Chinese tech giant Huawei is targeted with a new indictment in the US, accusing it of racketeering, sanctions violations and a "decades-long conspiracy" to steal trade secrets. Meanwhile, markets wobble as China cuts tariffs by half on $75 billion in US goods, Germany's economy marks zero growth for the last quarter and French carmaker Renault posts its first annual loss in a decade.
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The year of the Ox, love at the supermarket and unstuck hair
IN THE PRESS – Friday, 12.02.2021: We take a look at the rising voices of Japanese women against sexism. We also discuss different takes on the protest movement in Myanmar. With the start of the Lunar New Year, newspapers are explaining why this year's celebrations are leaner and a little less festive. Finally, we discuss finding love at the supermarket on Valentine’s Day and the dangers of forgetting to buy hairspray.
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Las Vegas company offers couples chance to join 'mile high club'
IN THE PAPERS – Tuesday, February 8: We look at growing global climate crises, from a new study about declining freshwater ice in mountain glaciers to the Indian city of Mumbai adapting to more floods. We also look to Canada as the truckers' protest looks to go global. In France, Communist paper L'Humanité commemorates the 60th anniversary of a deadly police attack on protesters demanding Algerian independence in Paris. Finally, a Las Vegas company allows you to join the mile high club in a 45-minute plane ride for under $1,000!
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Feels like I'm in love: French dating app pitches new format to under-25s
A French startup is trying to reinvent online dating for 18 to 25-year-olds. Created in 2019, the app known as Feels looks more like a Snapchat-style story or a TikTok feed than the swipeable profiles found in other dating apps. Its CEO Daniel Cheaib joins us from Miami to tell us exactly how the app works and how the company is now hoping to seduce users in the US.
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Ex-lovers take revenge with Valentine's Day name-a-cockroach scheme
A zoo in the southeast of England is giving scorned lovers the chance to name a cockroach after a pesky ex with their 'Name a Cockroach' programme.
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More men will use AI to write romantic notes this Valentine's Day, survey finds
IN THE PRESS – Friday, February 10: South African President Cyril Ramaphosa declares a state of disaster over successive power cuts, but draws the ire of the country's newspapers for his handling of the crisis. After the earthquake in Turkey and Syria, thousands of people offer to adopt a baby girl born in the rubble and whose entire family perished. Finally, more men will turn to artificial intelligence to pen their romantic notes this Valentine's Day, a new survey shows!
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'High Cost of Loving': Which cities are most expensive in which to celebrate Valentine's Day?
IN THE PRESS - Tuesday, February 14: We look at the Chinese and American newspapers which trade barbs over the US shooting down three unidentified objects which haven't been linked to a suspected Chinese spy balloon shot down over the US earlier this month. Also, anger and animosity in French parliament as debates begin on controversial pension reforms. Finally, find out the most expensive cities in which to celebrate Valentine's Day, according to The Economist's 'Cost of Loving' index!
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Rising Valentine: Kenyan rose farmers hit by inflation
Relentless rains in South Africa have claimed at least a dozen victims with the bad weather forcing the government to declare a national state of disaster. It comes less than a year after the country’s deadliest floods. And, as the civilian death toll rises from rebel fighting in Eastern Congo, more people are seeking refuge in the North Kivu town of Goma. Finally, we take you to the African country supplying Europe with much of its Valentine's Day roses - but it's not all romance and love.
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Why your AI boyfriend is dining out on your data
As people continue to turn to artificial intelligence for romance, new research suggests that almost every romantic AI companion disregards your privacy, and could be selling your data. We take a closer look in this edition of Tech 24.
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