Culture news
Downing Street criticises idea of Black-only run for West End play
The UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak says the idea is 'concerning' but the proposed Black Out theatre nights aren’t breaking the law. The theatre is simply aiming the nights at a Black audience, instead of actively precluding other potential customers from coming, writes Jonny Walfisz.
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Euronews Witness
Can Germany be neutral when it comes to the Gaza war?
Germany is divided over the war in Gaza amid an increase in reports of hate crimes against German Jews and members of the Arab community. How are the authorities responding? Euronews Correspondent Monica Pinna investigates for Euronews Witness.
Culture news
Film of the Week: 'Origin' - Ava DuVernay's missed doc opportunity
Ava DuVernay made history last year at the Venice Film Festival by becoming the first African-American woman in Competition. Sadly, her latest film, 'Origin', while an important project that tackles vital issues, would have worked far better as a documentary.
World News
Antisemitic and islamophobic sentiment on the rise in Europe
Europe is fearing a “huge risk of terrorist attacks" over the Christmas period, due to the fallout from the Israel-Hamas war. In recent weeks, a disturbing surge of islamophobic and antisemitic incidents has gripped the continent.
France
Thousands gather across France to denounce police brutality and racism
On Friday, the French Interior Minister, Gérald Darmanin, sent a letter of support to the police and gendarmes. He also sent a telegram to local officials, calling on them to "exercise particular vigilance regarding these gatherings."