Media

Franz-Olivier Giesbert provokes Yann Barthès over Sarkozy's incarceration

October 23, 2025 Jean Martin

On TMC's 'Quotidien' show this Thursday, October 23, Franz-Olivier Giesbert sharply criticized Nicolas Sarkozy's incarceration, leading to a heated exchange with host Yann Barthès. The editorialist compared the situation to the Dreyfus affair to defend critical thinking. Barthès rejected the analogy, highlighting the risks of challenging judicial decisions.

Eighteen months of government-media clashes in Spain

This week marks eighteen months since Pedro Sánchez published a letter questioning his tenure and labeling media as a 'mud machine'. The government has since pushed reforms to regulate media funding and journalistic secrecy, drawing criticism from opposition and independent bodies. These steps aim to safeguard democracy but have heightened tensions with the press.

Trump files new $15 billion defamation suit against New York Times

President Donald Trump has filed a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times, accusing the newspaper of publishing false statements about his business career. The suit, filed on Thursday in Florida federal court, follows the dismissal of a similar case last month. It targets two September 2024 articles and a book alleging fraudulent dealings with his father.

Georgina Barbarossa confirms dating younger man and reveals intimate tastes

October 24, 2025 María López

Argentine actress and host Georgina Barbarossa, aged 70, spoke openly about her new relationship with a younger man. In an interview, she shared details about her intimate preferences without filters. The revelation came in a discussion about desire at that age.

Kenya leads Africa in digital marketplace growth

Kenya has been ranked as Africa's fastest-growing digital marketplace, surpassing Nigeria and South Africa in internet advertising. According to PwC's latest report, the country boasts a 16% compounded annual growth rate. This shift highlights a broader migration from traditional media to online platforms.

Emmanuel Macron criticizes TikTok and X on information neutrality

At the Peace Forum in Paris, President Emmanuel Macron accused social platforms like TikTok and X of breaking information neutrality. He described these networks as places where one can no longer properly inform oneself. Macron calls for stronger regulation in Europe to combat disinformation.