Why? S01E46 · EU: Gamers Push Back

Air date: 2026-06-16 6m

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You buy a video game, invest time in it, and then it suddenly becomes unplayable because the publisher shuts it down. Growing numbers of gamers worldwide are opposing this practice. The "Stop Killing Games" initiative has drawn attention at the European level, while an EU petition with over one million signatures calls for solutions that keep purchased games playable.

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  1. 1 1. Why do Hungary’s elections matter to us?2026-04-10 · 6mAfter 16 years in power, Viktor Orbán’s government controls much of the media, pressures the judiciary and strains EU relations - Hungary’s parliamentary vote could end his rule, a
  2. 2 2. Why does the fight of Brazil’s Indigenous peoples matter to us?2026-04-13 · 5mMillions of Indigenous people protect the Amazon, a crucial global carbon sink threatened by mining, oil and agribusiness - their protests to defend land rights and ecosystems have
  3. 3 3. Why are so many migrants dying in the Channel?2026-04-14 · 6mMany risk the Channel crossing in flimsy boats to reach the UK for safety, work or family ties; overcrowded, unseaworthy vessels, smuggling networks and hazardous sea conditions tu
  4. 4 4. Why is Israel attacking Lebanon?2026-04-15 · 6mIsraeli forces have advanced into southern Lebanon, encircling villages and displacing civilians while parallel talks seek a ceasefire - tensions center on Hezbollah, whose presenc
  5. 5 5. Has Trump crossed the line with the Church?2026-04-16 · 5mPresident Trump posted an AI-generated image of himself in a Christ-like pose on his official account and then clashed with the Pope - even many of his largely Christian supporters
  6. 6 6. Why are there so few women coaches in football?2026-04-17 · 5mIn Germany Union Berlin appointed Marie-Louisa Eta as head coach - the first woman in the Bundesliga - highlighting a persistent gender gap across major European leagues where mana
  7. 7 7. Why is Spain regularising 500,000 migrants?2026-04-21 · 5mSpain is granting residency to around 500,000 previously undocumented migrants - many from Latin America and the Maghreb - allowing them to live and work legally. This move aims to
  8. 8 8. Why is Japan shifting toward arms exports?2026-04-22 · 5mJapan has eased long-standing limits and now allows exports of lethal weapons to strengthen security ties and enter the global defense market - a move that breaks with decades of p
  9. 9 9. How much AI is in the film industry?2026-04-24 · 5mCannes now hosts the World AI Film Festival alongside the main event - AI is already widely used across filmmaking from scriptwriting and VFX to editing and marketing, reshaping cr
  10. 10 10. How important is mine clearance in Sudan?2026-04-27 · 6mAfter three years of brutal conflict between the army and RSF militias, parts of Sudan - including Khartoum - need extensive demining to remove landmines that could contaminate lan
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  12. 12 12. Why are some French cities banning fast-food outlets?2026-04-29 · 5mFast-food chains crowd many city centres in France, prompting residents and mayors to block new openings - they argue these outlets harm local retail, public spaces and food cultur
  13. 13 13. Dire conditions in French prisons2026-04-30 · 5mMany French inmates sleep on mattresses on the floor amid severe overcrowding - 87,000 prisoners for 63,000 places with 200 arrivals weekly - while staff shortages have prompted pr
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  25. 25 25. Why are there no Netflix films at Cannes?2026-05-18 · 6mCannes requires films in competition to have theatrical distribution in France, a condition tied to strict local rules on release windows that limit when films can appear on stream
  26. 26 26. Why is this Ebola outbreak in the DRC so dangerous?2026-05-19 · 4mThe Ebola virus has resurfaced in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo in an area beset by armed groups, which hampers access for emergency health teams and patient care. Autho
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  60. 60 60. Why are some Russian soldiers speaking out against Putin?2026-07-06 · 6mA viral video shows a Russian veteran publicly criticizing President Vladimir Putin and warning of possible unrest within the ranks. As conditions at the front worsen, more soldier
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  62. 62 62. Why is Jordan Bardella under investigation?2026-07-08 · 4mJordan Bardella, 30, leader of France's National Rally and a popular TikTok figure, is under scrutiny over allegations of misusing European Union funds. The case follows the convic
  63. 63 63. Why is FIFA President Gianni Infantino facing criticism?2026-07-09 · 6mFIFA President Gianni Infantino is under fire after the red-card suspension of U.S. forward Balogun at the FIFA World Cup was overturned following reported political pressure. The
  64. 64 64. Why Is France's New Police Law So Controversial?2026-07-10 · 6mFrance's parliament has approved a new law changing how police shootings are handled. Under the new rules, police officers who use their firearms are presumed to have acted lawfull
  65. 65 65. Why Are People Talking About Data Poisoning?2026-07-13 · 6mData poisoning is the large-scale publication of false information online to deliberately mislead AI systems. Some activists use this tactic to expose AI's limitations. It can be e
  66. 66 66. Why are wildfires in Europe starting earlier and spreading more?2026-07-14 · 4mEurope is facing more frequent wildfires that spread rapidly, destroying nature, homes and threatening lives. This year, fires started unusually early and reached areas previously
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  68. 68 68. UK: A New Start with Burnham?2026-07-16 · 5mIn the UK, most decisions are made in London, leaving regions, cities and towns with limited funding and influence. That could change as Labour leader Andrew Burnham, expected to b
  69. 69 69. Why does France have a "right to assisted dying"?2026-07-17 · 6mFrance has introduced a right to assisted dying for people with incurable illnesses after years of political debate. The law allows medically supervised end-of-life assistance only
  70. 70 70. Why are we so unprepared for heatwaves?2026-07-20 · 5mThe heatwaves of recent weeks are estimated to have claimed more than 14,000 lives in June alone. Those most affected are often the most vulnerable members of society, including ol
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  129. 129 129. Why Is Depression Often Overlooked in Young People?2026-10-12 · 5mAround 8-15% of adolescents worldwide experience depression, with symptoms such as sadness, low motivation and loss of interest. These signs can be mistaken for normal changes duri
  130. 130 130. Why Is France’s School System Unequal?2026-10-13 · 7mStudies show that students’ educational opportunities depend on where they attend school. In disadvantaged areas such as Seine-Saint-Denis, near Paris, schools face greater teacher
  131. 131 131. Why Are There No Elections in Ukraine?2026-10-14 · 6mRussia regularly questions President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s legitimacy because his term was due to end in 2024. US President Donald Trump has also called for new elections. However,
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