In the press

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, May 9: We look at reactions from the Chinese and Hungarian press as President Xi Jinping makes an official trip to Hungary, a close economic and political ally of Beijing. Also: France's much-maligned nuclear reactor in Flamanville is finally switched on. Plus, Tasmanian star Neil the Seal goes into witness protection overs fears he'll be loved to death.

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, May 8: Pro-Palestinian protests heat up across Europe, with violent clashes erupting in Amsterdam. Also, tough new social media laws are set to be introduced in the UK in order to protect young kids. In other news, the Olympic flame will arrive in Marseille this Wednesday, to much fanfare. Finally, Paris Saint-Germain go crashing out of the Champions League, losing 2-0 on aggregate to Borussia Dortmund.

IN THE PRESS – Tuesday, May 7: Israeli PM Binyamin Netanyahu has rejected a ceasefire proposal that was earlier accepted by Hamas. Also, Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to be inaugurated for a fifth term. In other news, there's new information on how Ludwig van Beethoven may have lost his hearing, some 197 years after his death. Finally, this year's Met Gala throws up a variety of sublime and ridiculous outfits.

IN THE PRESS – Monday, May 6: The Chinese and French media have differing views on President Xi Jinping's state visit to France. Also, the Israeli government bans Al Jazeera in the country, a move which is widely condemned. In other news, fish are shrinking and scientists are desperate to figure out why. Finally, the feud between rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar is getting more and more personal.

IN THE PRESS – Friday, May 3: We take a look at how media around the globe are covering World Press Freedom Day, from cartoons to editorials. According to a UNESCO report, a whopping 70 percent of environmental reporters regularly face threats, attacks and intimidation. Meanwhile, UNESCO awards its World Press Freedom Prize to all Palestinian journalists covering the war in Gaza, who are paying a heavy price for their reporting.

IN THE PRESS – Friday, May 3: We look at growing tensions between the Philippines and China over the South China Sea. The Philippines accuses China of bullying its national vessels over the disputed area. Also: French President Emmanuel Macron lays out an apocalyptic vision for Europe as it navigates war, industrial slowdown and the rise of the far right. Kenya appoints its first female commander of the air force. Plus: an orangutan is observed using medicinal plants to heal a wound, in a first for animals.

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, May 2: We look at reactions to Arizona's Senate repealing a Civil War-era ban on abortion, in a victory for abortion rights activists in the country. The move comes as the issue is set to dominant the US presidential campaign. Also: French far-right leader Jordan Bardella reveals his list of candidates for European elections, but comes under fire for his lack of ideas for Europe. Finally, an AI Catholic priest is stripped of his robes after being extremely inappropriate!

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, May 1: Marijuana may soon be reclassified as a lower-risk drug in the United States, which would be a major win for President Joe Biden. Also, a horrific sword attack leaves a 14-year-old boy dead in London, leading one newspaper to question potential mental health service failings. In other news, police in Georgia are accused of unnecessary violence as they crack down on protests. Finally, a town in Japan is introducing new measures in order to dissuade tourists from visiting.

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, April 30: We look at reactions from the pro-independence and pro-union Scottish press after First Minister Humza Yousaf resigns amid turmoil within his minority government. In other news: Deadline reports on a wealthy Chinese financier who inked several deals with Hollywood's top brass before disappearing and leaving massive debt in his wake. Finally, a cat is reunited with her owners after being accidentally shipped to an Amazon warehouse!

IN THE PRESS – Monday, April 29: The Israeli media react to the news that the ICC could be preparing an arrest warrant for Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu. Also, pro-Palestinian protests continue on university campuses across the US and France. In other news, an Iraqi TikTok sensation is murdered outside her home, the third such killing in under a year. Finally, a 101-year-old woman is regularly mistaken for a baby due to a software malfunction.

IN THE PRESS – Friday, April 26: We look at reactions to New York's highest court overturning Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes conviction in a major decision that could impact his future appeals. Also: France's highest civil court rules on a case filed by an association claiming ownership of the Louvre's more celebrated painting, the Mona Lisa. Finally, artificial intelligence can accurately predict your political leanings – just by looking at your face!

IN THE PRESS – Thursday, April 25: Police clash with pro-Palestinian protesters at university campuses across the US. We look at comparisons with Vietnam War-era student protests and scour the editorial pages of student newspapers. In other news: Portugal marks 50 years today since the end of the Salazar dictatorship on a bittersweet note, as the far right has made gains in recent elections. Plus: Germany's president comes under fire for his clichéd "doner diplomacy" during a recent visit to Turkey.

IN THE PRESS – Wednesday, April 24: We look at the US papers, who react to Ukraine being granted a $61 billion aid package. Also, five migrants die attempting to cross the Channel, just hours after the controversial Rwanda asylum bill is passed by the UK parliament. In other news, one city in the south of France has introduced a curfew for young people. Finally, the city of Milan is proposing a ban on takeaway foods after midnight in order to protect the tranquility of local residents.

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.