Protests in Georgia

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Kate Adie presents stories from Georgia, Egypt, The Netherlands, Iceland and Brazil. In Tbilisi, tens of thousands of people took to the streets to protest a draft law, which many saw as an attack on freedom of speech and civil society organisations. The law would require non-governmental organisations which receive more than 20 per cent of their funding from abroad to register as a foreign agent. Critics say the law is a sign of Russian influence, while the majority of Georgians want to see their country build closer ties with the European Union, says Rayhan Demytrie. Egypt has seen a far-reaching campaign against dissidents, which has now extended to those living overseas. And although Egyptian authorities claim to tolerate foreign journalists, they are often subjected to arbitrary restrictions. Edmund Bower was on a reporting assignment in Aswan. Shortly after Russia's invasion of Ukraine began, a group of ballet dancers set up a new troupe in the Netherlands. Made up of more than 60 men and women from across Ukraine, they are now fighting their own battle, on the cultural frontline. Kate Vandy went to meet them. Iceland has become the envy of many countries battling high energy prices: its bountiful geothermal energy supplies mean power is readily available at affordable prices. Tira Shubart found out more about how it's being used. And we're in Los Angeles, where at an Oscars after party, Colin Paterson learns a lesson about the priorities of Hollywood A-listers. Producers: Serena Tarling and Bethan Ashmead Editor: Richard Fenton-Smith Production Coordinator: Helena Warwick-Cross