- FRANCE 24

04/03/2011 - REPORTERS

Algeria: the next revolution?

In Algeria, the authorities are managing to keep a lid on social unrest for now, despite uprisings in neighbouring countries. Yet strikes, sit-ins and attempted protest marches are organised regularly, with young people, who make up the majority of the population, taking centre stage. Among their demands: jobs, housing, higher salaries and political reform.

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18/08/2010 - NORTH KOREA

Who will take Kim Jong-il's place?

Kenji Fujimoto was the personal chef to North Korean dictator Kim Jong-il for many years. In this exclusive interview, he talks about his experiences under the regime and gives a unique insight into who could be the Dear Leader's successor.

29/07/2010 - JAPAN

Paternity leave: a revolution in an ageing country

Japanese workers are notoriously reluctant to take time off work after the birth of a child. But the law in Japan is changing and now fathers who have taken time off during the first eight weeks of their child's birth can take leave for a second time: a revolutionary move in a country where people find it hard to take time off, even for a holiday. These new laws are seen as essential for the future of a country that has a rapidly ageing population.

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16/04/2010 - REPORTERS

Blufin tuna fishing continues in Japan

The Japanese cannot get enough of this endangered fish. Despite international pressure, Japan has managed to hold off a ban on bluefin tuna fishing. From the markets of Tokyo to the traditional fishing ports, France 24 investigates a country torn between ecological concerns and the tastes of its consumers.

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05/03/2010 - REPORTERS

"Children... Ten, HUT!"

School’s out, military and combat training are in: it’s a holiday programme that’s all the rage in South Korea. More and more families are sending their children to military camps during the holidays to toughen them up. But when faced with this soldier’s life, some of them can’t take it...

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JAPAN

Parental kidnappings

In Japan, kidnappings of children by one of their parents are frequent and concern both mixed and Japanese couples. Worse, Japanese law leaves the parent wanting to see their child again with no recourse.

JAPAN

Crisis swells Communist Party ranks

As a consequence of the economic crisis in Japan, the local Communist Party is booming. Temporary workers, who are the main victims of mass layoffs, are attracted to the party, where they find a sympathetic ear.