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In a one off concert - British singer Sting goes classical. Plus millionaire entrepreneur Alexandre Allard is our guest today. He’s in charge of the rebirth of the magazine called ‘L'Architecture d'aujourd'hui’.
China's Evergrande has announced that its founder is being investigated for "illegal crimes". It's the latest twist for world's most indebted property developer. We take a look at the rise and fall of Hui Ka Yan, who was once China's richest person. Next, we head to India to explore the impact of underground fires at coal mines in the east of the country. We see how fires have been burning for over a century, posing a threat to locals and the environment. Finally, what's in a name? India or Bharat are both terms for the same country, one in English and the other in Hindi. However, we see why Bharat has taken on an increasingly political and nationalistic tone in the country.
Dubbed The Netherlands' 'Indiana Jones of the art world', Arthur Brand recovered Vincent van Gogh's "Parsonage Garden at Nuenen in Spring" three years after it was stolen.
Conspicuous by its absence at the coronation of Britain's King Charles III on May 6 will be the Koh-i-Noor diamond. In this edition of Coronation Countdown, FRANCE 24's International Affairs Editor Philip Turle explains why the decision has been made not to use a crown featuring the diamond – a choice taken for the sake of international relations.
European art lovers have some New Year's treats to enjoy with exhibitions on Cezanne, Van Gogh and Ukrainian Modernism.