Has Macron become an authoritarian president?

Has Macron become an authoritarian president?

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Another Take: Was hope of aid for Gaza seized with the Freedom Flotilla?

Every Saturday, we revisit a story from the archives. This originally aired on June 11, 2025. None of the dates, titles, or other references from that time have been changed. The seizure of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla in international waters has not deterred other aid convoys from ...  Show more

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A new estate-backed film, Michael, tells the story of Michael Jackson’s rise from Gary, Indiana to global fame, highlighting hits like Thriller and his record-breaking success. But it ends before major scandals, and it leaves out the US musician's race and politics, including his ...  Show more

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