Nigeria confirms first cases of Omicron variant: COVID Live

Nigeria reports two cases of new variant among arrivals from South Africa as countries tighten travel restrictions.

South Sudan: will frequent floods determine its future?

World’s youngest country struggles to deal with third round of climate-change driven deluges in as many years.

India asks states to step up COVID testing over Omicron

Virus testing to be ramped up as some cities delay the reopening of schools as a precautionary measure.

AWS to help auto makers remotely diagnose issues

The new service is in line with the industry’s growing shift to software-defined vehicles and systems.

China ‘hunts’ Taiwan nationals through forced deportation: Report

Safeguard Defenders says foreign governments are pressured into sending Taiwan citizens to China instead of the island.

Australia announces inquiry into tech giants

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says big tech firms have responsibility to ensure their platforms are safe.

Climate danger grows in ‘vulnerable’ Myanmar after military coup

There are fears military could step up exploitation of resources to shore up finances, and worsen climate risk.

Honduras’ ruling party candidate concedes presidential election

In a televised address, Nasry Asfura congratulated Xiomara Castro on her victory in being elected president.

Japan’s factory output grows at fastest pace since 2018

Manufactory output improves amid an easing of critical supply bottlenecks.

Erdogan says Turkey’s interest rates will continue to fall

Cheaper cash will boost manufacturing, create jobs and slow inflation, the Turkish president said in a TV interview.

Stocks sink on Powell’s hawkish taper remarks, Omicron alarm

US Fed Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's taper talk pressured a market already jittery about the latest COVID-19 variant.

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Bangladesh town elects country’s first transgender mayor

Nazrul Islam Ritu is the first 'third gender' mayor in Muslim-majority Bangladesh.

The human cost of India’s yearlong farmers’ protest

Farmers' unions say at least nine farmers died by suicide among a total of nearly 700 deaths, leaving families in debt.

Tanzania’s Dar-es-Salaam hit by water shortages as rivers dry up

Climate change is only part of the reason behind the water shortage in Tanzania’s largest city.

Debris risk forces NASA to delay mission to fix ISS antenna

US space agency says the elevated risk stemmed from a Russian anti-satellite missile test this month.

Moderna CEO says vaccines likely no match for Omicron: Live News

The assessment from the head of the vaccine maker comes as Hong Kong joins other countries in announcing travel curbs.

Twitter’s new CEO is latest on list of India-born US tech honchos

Parag Agrawal's appointment to the top spot at Twitter amplifies the role of immigrants in the world's top tech firms.

FIFA Arab Cup 2021 kicks off in Qatar

Qatar hosts 16 best teams from the Arab world, as matches kick off 12 months ahead of the World Cup.

#FIFArabCup: Will Qatar score as host?

We take a look at the history being made at inaugural tournament.

‘How did it come here?’: Nepal seeks to bring home lost treasures

Heritage activists try to bring home some of the thousands of items whisked out over decades from the Himalayan country.

For China, reining in real estate a high-stakes balancing act

Authorities are loosening lending and home approvals even as Beijing pushes to reduce economy's reliance on property.

Duterte’s chosen successor abandons Philippines presidential race

Senator Christopher Go, who had been given little chance of success, withdraws saying it is 'not yet my time'.

World squash event in Malaysia axed after Israelis barred

Major events planned for Malaysia have previously been cancelled over the country's refusal to grant visas to Israelis.

Suncity Group plunges 48% on CEO’s arrest

World’s biggest junket operator sees biggest plunge in share price since 2008.

US Fed chief says Omicron poses ‘downside risks’

Jerome Powell said the recent rise in COVID cases and the new variant could 'slow progress' in the labour market.

UK spy chief warns China, Russia racing to master AI

MI6 chief Richard Moore says Beijing and Moscow 'pouring money' into technological advances that will reshape espionage.

Pentagon to review deadly 2019 US bombings in Syria

US will look into whether procedures were followed after NY Times reported dozens of civilians were killed in bombings.

France sending more security forces to Guadeloupe amid unrest

French minister for overseas territories is holding talks in Guadeloupe amid days of protests over COVID curbs.

Amazon workers in Alabama will get another shot to unionise

The rare call for a do-over vote is a major blow to Amazon, which spent about a year urging workers to reject the union.

Major retailers tell Biden shelves are stocked for holiday season

Record US demand for imports has contributed to an unusually steep increase in consumer prices this year.

Omicron poses risks to global growth, inflation: Rating agencies

The COVID-19 strain compounds global economic challenges as it comes amid stretched supply chains and labour shortages.

PSG’s Lionel Messi wins record seventh Ballon d’Or

Barcelona and Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas wins the women's award for first time after outstanding season.

Maxwell and Epstein were ‘partners in crime’, US prosecutor says

Ghislaine Maxwell is on trial for recruiting and grooming teen girls for disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein to abuse.

Georgia’s ex-leader Saakashvili goes on trial after hunger strike

The trial of former President Mikheil Saakashvili resumes amid a possible six-year jail term for abuse of office.

US trial of Epstein associate Ghislaine Maxwell to begin

Maxwell is accused of grooming girls for the disgraced financier to sexually abuse and faces up to 80 years in prison.

Ethiopia denies attack on Sudan, blames rebels for violence

Ethiopian government spokesman dismisses Sudanese claims that the military had attacked Sudan as 'groundless'.

Indian Parliament votes to repeal farm laws after Modi’s U-turn

Parliament passes bill to cancel the contentious laws that led to yearlong agitation by tens of thousands of farmers.

Venezuela’s Maduro calls EU election observers ‘spies’

The observers reported polls saw better conditions than previous years, but raised concerns over some practices.

India using cyber-volunteers to silence critical voices: Report

Government invites citizen volunteers to flag 'anti-national' content as activists fear creation of surveillance state.

Sri Lankan troops break up Tamil remembrance of civil war dead

Relatives forced out of cemeteries as they attempted to light lamps at graves of loved ones who died in the conflict.

Are US-led sanctions worsening Afghanistan’s humanitarian crisis?

Aid groups, experts say international sanctions on the Taliban have led to the collapse of the aid-dependent economy.

Asia tightens borders as Omicron clouds region’s return to travel

Japan, the Philippines, Singapore, Australia have implemented or discussed tougher restrictions in fresh blow to travel.

UK and Israel pledge to stop Iran gaining nuclear weapons

Israeli FM Yair Lapid visits London and Paris to discuss Iran, as talks on 2015 nuclear deal restart in Vienna.

Bangladesh doctors fear for opposition leader Khaleda Zia’s life

Doctors treating the ex-PM say they fear for her life if she was not allowed to fly abroad for medical care.

Japan to bar foreign visitors after Omicron threat

WHO warns against travel curbs as a number of countries reinstate tough border measures.

Philippines starts three-day, nine million person COVID jab drive

Officials say the emergence of the Omicron variant has underlined the need for vaccination against the coronavirus.

Days after its IPO, investors still question Paytm valuations

Over the weekend, Paytm parent reported its first financial results as a public company and saw losses widening.

In Iraq, family mourns daughter who drowned crossing to UK

Maryam Nouri, 24, died along with at least 26 other people while trying to cross the English Channel in a flimsy boat.

‘Hate won’: Indian Muslim comic says he’s ‘done’ after shows axed

Munawar Faruqui announces retirement after right-wing Hindu groups force cancellation of nearly 12 shows in two months.

Japan to bar all foreign visitors over Omicron variant

Prime minister says new rule, which goes beyond initial curbs on arrivals from southern Africa, will start on Tuesday.

Opposition leads after ‘massive’ turnout in Honduras election

Victory for Xiomara Castro could make her Honduras's first female president and first from the left since 2009.

Asian markets stabilise amid uncertainties over Omicron variant

WHO has stressed little is known about variant, with doctor behind discovery reporting "extremely mild" symptoms.

Blood test offers new hope for people with depression, bipolar

Test would avoid the 'years of trial and error' that currently characterise the disorders' diagnosis and treatment.

Macau police arrest 11 for alleged illegal gambling

Arrests come a day after junket mogul Alvin Chau is questioned by police in the special administrative region.

‘Visionary’ fashion designer Virgil Abloh dies aged 41

Tributes pour in for designer who brought streetwear aesthetic to luxury fashion and championed diversity and inclusion.

Australia’s forest fires fanned by climate crisis: Study

National science agency says climate 'overwhelming factor' in driving fires, with fire seasons getting longer.

South African president calls for lifting of Omicron travel bans

Cyril Ramaphosa says travel curbs 'scientifically unjustified' as more countries find cases of highly mutated variant.

What triggered tension between Ukraine and Russia?

As Moscow deploys troops along the border, Kyiv is warning of a possible invasion.

Ethiopian gov’t forces in control of Chifra: State media

Dead bodies 'everywhere on streets' of Afari town as Al Jazeera gains exclusive access to front line of escalating war.

Iraqi Kurdish family mourns death of Channel shipwreck victim

Maryam Nuri Hama Amin, 24, was among 27 people who died this week trying to cross to the UK from France.

Morocco suspends all incoming flights over Omicron

Government committee says decision taken because of quick spread of new variant 'in Europe and Africa'.

Omicron: Vaccine nationalism will only perpetuate the pandemic

As wealthy nations continue hoarding vaccines, new dangerous COVID-19 variants will continue emerging.

Will Gambians get justice after Barrow’s deal with Jammeh party?

Ahead of polls, activists pledge to keep up fight after filing report into abuses committed under ex-ruler Yahya Jammeh.

NSO blacklisting: It is time for the US to end its Cold War ways

Israel will continue exporting harmful surveillance tech unless Washington stops turning a blind eye.

‘Absolute chaos’ in South Africa as flights grounded over Omicron

New Omicron variant of the coronavirus leaves South Africans isolated as countries ban travellers from the region.

UK seeks ‘urgent’ migration talks with Europe after French snub

UK Home Secretary Priti Patel urges joint action after France withdraws invitation to discuss Channel refugee crisis.

Czech president appoints coalition leader Petr Fiala as new PM

Fiala leads a bloc of five parties that controls 108 seats in the 200-member lower house of parliament.

New Omicron cases detected as coronavirus variant spreads: Live

Concern grows as more countries confirm Omicron coronavirus infections and impose travel restrictions.

Iraq: Court hearing resumes on marriage of 12-year-old girl

Despite the furore surrounding the case, legal scholars say many others do not get the same level of attention.

Swiss vote on COVID-19 law amid surge in infections

Voters casting ballots in the referendum will decide whether Switzerland should impose strict COVID restrictions.

Horrors on the Plateau: Inside Nigeria’s farmer-herder conflict

The violence in central Nigeria is now one of the country's deadliest security threats after Boko Haram and banditry.

Honduras election challenges long-ruling National Party

Opposition fears of a rigged vote and reports of pre-election intimidation have led to high tensions.

Australia detects first COVID Omicron infections

New South Wales health authorities confirm that two people who landed in Sydney have tested positive for the new strain.

Four Peshmerga wounded in ISIL attack in Iraq’s Diyala

ISIL still poses a threat in several provinces in Iraq with hit-and-run attacks, kidnappings, and roadside bombs.

Kyrgyzstan holds parliamentary vote amid rising tensions

Vote expected to favour allies of President Sadyr Japarov, who has cemented his grip since coming to power last year.

Riot-hit Solomons begins clean-up as more foreign troops arrive

Honiara residents clean up streets after deadly riots as Australia dispatches more police to keep the peace.

Dozens on S Africa flights test positive for COVID in Netherlands

National Institute for Public Health 'almost certain' cases are of the new variant Omicron.

Sudan military says several soldiers killed in Ethiopian attack

Military sources tell Reuters at least six Sudanese soldiers were killed in an attack in a disputed border region.

Israel to ban entry of all foreigners over Omicron variant

Ban makes Israel the first country to shut its borders completely in response to the new coronavirus variant.

More European countries find Omicron cases as concern grows

UK, Germany and Italy latest to find infections of new coronavirus variant as South Africa condemns travel curbs.

Serbian anti-mining activists block bridges, roads

Environmental groups are angry over a recent referendum reform and oppose a new expropriation law.

Three killed in Niger as protesters confront French army convoy

At least 18 others wounded after the convoy, which is heading to Mali, ran into trouble in Tera, local mayor says.

How worrying is the new Omicron coronavirus variant?

The world faces yet another variant 'of concern', nearly two years into the COVID-19 pandemic.

Reinstated Sudanese PM Hamdok dismisses police chiefs

Medics say dozens of people have been killed as security forces sought to crush weeks of anti-coup protests.

COVID-hit Czech President Milos Zeman discharged from hospital

President, 77, leaves military hospital in Prague and will name Petr Fiala as prime minister on Sunday, his office says.

Activists hail Tanzania move to lift ban on pregnant schoolgirls

Tanzania became one of the last two countries in Africa to lift a ban against pregnant girls from accessing education.

Burkina Faso police fire tear gas at anti-government protest

About 100 protesters attempt to march in Ouagadougo to protest against the government's failure to quell violence.

It is high time we start preparing for future pandemics

And this week's World Health Assembly is a great place to start.

Algerians vote in local polls to seal post-Bouteflika ‘change’

Election is the third vote under Abdelmadjid Tebboune who promised to reform state institutions.

Blinken calls for negotiations amid Ethiopia military escalation

US Secretary of State expresses concern over escalating fighting between gov't forces and Tigrayan fighters.

Turkish lira crisis hits Idlib in Syria

Turkey’s currency crisis spills over into opposition-held Syrian city that adopted the lira more than a year ago.

Omicron variant triggers scramble to impose travel curbs: Live

New Omicron variant of COVID-19 prompts countries to ban travellers from several southern African nations.

Can Japan’s new prime minister tackle income inequality?

Japan has acknowledged its economic policy of the last 10 years has increased inequality.

Japan PM to step up defence amid China, North Korea threats

Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says security situation around Japan is changing fast and is more severe than ever.

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‘Declaration of war’: Pacific islands blast COP26 pledges

Nations most vulnerable to climate change say rich world must step up, meet goal to limit temperature rise to 1.5C.

Three bodies found after days of unrest in Solomon Islands

Australian police are now helping patrol Honiara, the capital, which was relatively calm on Saturday morning.

‘Incomparable’ Broadway composer Stephen Sondheim dies at 91

Sondheim, renowned for musicals including West Side Story and Sweeney Todd, died at home in Connecticut.

WHO designates new COVID strain Omicron as ‘variant of concern’

Several countries impose travel restrictions as new variant first detected in South Africa raises global alarm.

Biden calls for intellectual property waivers on COVID vaccines

World Trade Organization negotiations over waivers are currently deadlocked amid opposition by some wealthy nations.

Hundreds protest in Jordan against water-energy deal with Israel

Critics say the deal leaves Jordan dependent on Israel without providing a solution to the country's water problems.

Channel refugee tragedy tests fragile French-UK ties, fuels fears

French President Macron has slammed Britain's Boris Johnson over his handling of the crisis while NGOs raise alarm.

Our response to COVID-19 cannot be one size-fits-all

The uneven progression of the pandemic and the inequalities in access to vaccines calls for locally tailored approaches.

Sudan’s PM Hamdok backed military takeover, says general

General Dagalo tells Al Jazeera that the reinstated leader was part of discussions leading to October military seizure.

Libya gunmen attack court, stop Gaddafi son’s candidate appeal

The attack prevented Saif al-Islam Gaddafi from lodging an appeal against disqualification from next month's election.

Sudan’s General Dagalo: Military takeover was the ‘best option’

The deputy chairman of the Sovereign Council of Sudan discusses the country's latest political crisis.

India to tighten testing for tourists as new COVID variant found

Advisory issued to all states to rigorously test and screen travellers from South Africa and other 'at risk' countries.

What do we know about the new COVID strain found in South Africa?

Discovery of new variant with spiked mutations raises concerns about COVID-19 transmissions, triggering travel curbs.

Colombia charges former FARC rebels with destruction of Amazon

Government says the faction cleared large portions of rainforest to bring in cattle and grow plants to make cocaine.

COVID orphans: A pandemic within a pandemic

'This is a problem already happening, and it's getting worse and fast,' warns Oxford professor, Lucie Cluver.

US legislators meet with Taiwan president in surprise visit

Member of bi-partisan US delegation says his office received ' blunt message' from Chinese Embassy to call off the trip.

Peru opposition moves to impeach President Pedro Castillo

Castillo, who has seen his popularity plunge in recent months, dismissed the 'political noise'.

Why are US parents still hesitant to vaccinate children?

'The vaccine is a better bet,' US National Institutes of Health Director, Dr Francis Collins, tells Marc Lamont Hill.

Pakistan ‘welcomes’ second round of US-Taliban talks in Doha

Foreign ministry reiterates the country’s position that the world community needs to engage with the Taliban government.

Stocks sink on fears over new coronavirus strain

Stocks, US treasury yields and oil sink as new COVID-19 strain rattles markets.

Australia says China’s actions at odds with rhetoric of peace

Defence minister says there is a 'significant disconnect' between what China says and what it does.

In New Zealand, deepening despair for ‘abandoned’ tourism sector

New Zealand's plans to reopen its borders in April 2022 have frustrated businesses reliant on travel.

Indian farmers mark a year of protest week after Modi’s climbdown

Farmers observe the anniversary of protest against three farm laws, despite prime minister saying they will be repealed.

Strong 6.1 magnitude earthquake hits India-Myanmar border region

Tremors felt as far away as Kolkata, India but there were no immediate reports of damage.

Unrest continues in Solomons with PM blaming foreign powers

Looting and violence continue for a third day in the capital as Australian police arrive.

Seoul bids for Hong Kong’s crown as Asia’s financial hub

The South Korean capital faces obstacles to attracting overseas firms, including unfavourable tax rates and regulations.

Turkish police fire tear gas at women protesters in Istanbul

March for the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women confronted by riot police.

South Korea accused of discrimination over vaccine recognition

Questions raised over requirements for foreigners jabbed overseas but residents in South Korea to 'prove' their status.

The old normal: Thanksgiving traditions return to the US

Americans flocked to parades, football stadiums and gathered with family after COVID-19 made many stay home last year.

India court commutes death sentences in photojournalist rape case

High Court commutes death sentences of three men convicted for a 2013 gang rape in Mumbai's Shakti Mills complex.

The UK is facing an epidemic of violence against women and girls

None of us has the luxury to watch this struggle from afar any more - this is a fight for our lives.

The UK government is on the wrong side of history… again

Hamas's designation as a terror group in the UK is yet another attempt to suppress pro-Palestinian activism.

Afghans rely on coal to keep warm as winter cold sets in

Afghans have few options but to burn coal for heat, creating some of the world's most dangerous air.

Chinese official tells US ‘no room for compromise’ on Taiwan

China's defence ministry again accused Washington of taking 'provocative' actions related to the island.

Emirati general accused of torture elected president of Interpol

Ahmed Nasser al-Raisi, who has been accused of torture, will take on the largely ceremonial role for a four-year term.

Pakistani police arrest four for ‘blasphemy’ over mosque argument

Four Muslims accused of blasphemy after arguing with cleric who refused to make funeral announcement for a Christian.

Pakistan’s anti-smog squads target Lahore factories for emissions

Officials to visit 300 industrial factories in Lahore that were identified as being responsible for pollution spike.

Palestinians decry Israeli plan for settlements near Jerusalem

PA demands US intervention as Israel approves thousands of settlement homes in the occupied West Bank near Jerusalem.

Haiti prime minister forms new cabinet amid political turmoil

The announcement comes as the country grapples with a rise in violence, kidnappings and ongoing fuel shortages.

Germany’s COVID death toll passes 100,000 amid record infections

Germany, one of the many European countries battling a COVID surge, hits a new daily infection record.

Deadly explosion rocks Somali capital Mogadishu: Witnesses

At least five people killed and 23 others injured in blast claimed by al-Qaeda-linked al-Shabab armed group.

In Thailand, tourism recovers at snail’s pace

Thailand welcomed 106,117 foreign tourists in first 10 months of 2021, compared with 40 million ones before pandemic.

Australia tables contentious religious anti-discrimination bill

PM says bill will protect people of faith against 'cancel culture', critics say it will make discrimination lawful.

Bangladesh begins moving Rohingya to remote island amid criticism

Over 2,000 Rohingya set to be transferred to Bhashan Char island in Bay of Bengal, amid claims of forced relocations.

Rioters defy curfew in Solomon Islands as PM faces calls to quit

Unrest rocks capital for a second day with rioters apparently targeting Chinatown businesses.

South Korea raises rates amid household debt, inflation concerns

Bank of Korea lifts borrowing costs by 25 basis points to 1 percent.

UN chief calls for immediate end to fighting in Ethiopia

Call comes as Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed reported to be on the front lines and men flocking to join military.

JPMorgan CEO takes back joke about China’s Communist Party

Jamie Dimon expressed regret over joke as bank sets sights on growth in China.

Why are China and Russia strengthening ties?

Analysts say relations have deepened because the two share a common hostility towards liberal democracies.

Authorities take over some Martinique fuel stations amid protests

Protests against COVID-19 curbs, including mandatory jabs for health workers, are hitting Caribbean island territory.

Thailand refugee deportations trigger condemnation, defiance

Thailand has returned a number of Cambodian opposition activists in a move condemned by the UN refugee agency.

Mexico’s AMLO does U-turn on central bank job

President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador chose Victoria Rodriguez to replace his initial pick for central bank governor.

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Indigenous autonomy: Mexico's Cheran community throws out cartels and corrupt leaders, opting for self-governance.

Israeli air attack kills 2 Syrian civilians; 7 wounded: Report

Israeli 'air aggression' on Syria's central region killed two civilians and injured seven others, mostly soldiers.

NASA launches ‘suicide’ spacecraft to kick asteroid off course

DART probe, the size of a car, will slam into the Dimorphos 'moonlet' at more than 24,000kph in 2022.

Family of Palestinian boy killed by Israeli forces speaks out

15-year-old Mohammed Daadas was killed by Israeli forces while protesting illegal settlements in the occupied West Bank.

Is the future of mental health care digital?

The Stream looks at how technology is being used to improve access to therapy, but not necessarily quality of care.

Indian comedian Vir Das attacked over “two Indias” routine

Indian comedian Vir Das is at the centre of an online debate after his “two Indias” monologue video went viral.

India farmers: Protesters celebrate as Modi backs down

After year-long protests by farmers in India, PM Modi has announced that agricultural laws are to be withdrawn.

After more than a century, Ethiopian stolen artefacts return home

Ethiopian artefacts stolen in 1868 have finally returned home following months of negotiations with British museum.

Protests over COVID-19 restrictions across Europe turn violent

“This is a coronavirus dictatorship.”

JPMorgan CEO jokes bank will outlast China’s Communist Party

Jamie Dimon makes quip during comments reiterating his bank's commitment to doing business in China.

Rumbles in Rakhine amid strains between Myanmar military, rebels

Recent skirmishes between Arakan Army and the military have raised concern about whether an informal ceasefire can hold.

Saudi-led coalition to attack ‘secret drone laboratory’ in Sanaa

Coalition says it is launching fresh raids on the Houthi-held capital, warns residents to stay away from targeted areas.

‘Much safer now’: Is India past the worst of COVID pandemic?

Despite a long festive season and falling temperatures, the country seems to have dodged another deadly wave. Or has it?

New Zealand to stay closed to visitors until April 2022

New Zealanders and residents from most countries will be allowed quarantine-free entry from February 13.

Oil falls after US releases emergency reserves

China, India, Japan, South Korea and the UK are also expected to announce release of crude reserves.

Australia designates Hezbollah a “terrorist” organisation

The country is also adding the neo-Nazi white supremacist group The Base to its list of "terrorist" organisations.

Samsung announces $17bn chip plant for Texas

The announcement comes amid a chip shortage that is seen as a business obstacle and US national-security concern.

Taiwan revamps military training for reserves amid China pressure

Taiwan faces questions about whether its reserves are capable of actual fighting in the event of a Chinese invasion.

UN chief visits Colombia ahead of FARC peace deal anniversary

Violence persists in parts of Colombia despite 2016 deal that ended decades of conflict between gov't and FARC rebels.

Suspect in Wisconsin car ramming faces 5 counts of homicide

US prosecutors say a sixth person, a child, has died after an SUV drove into a Christmas parade on Sunday.

US: Jury awards $25m in damages for Unite the Right violence

White nationalist leaders and groups ordered to pay damages over deadly violence at 2017 rally in Charlottesville.

Walmart, CVS, Walgreens helped fuel US opioid crisis, jury finds

The pharmacies failed to create legally mandated monitoring systems to detect illegitimate prescriptions, the jury said.

Israel signals readiness to escalate Iran confrontation

PM says Iran is at 'the most advanced stage of its nuclear programme' while condemning efforts to revive nuclear deal.

Ukraine’s New York, a war-torn town where some shun Russia

In Eastern Ukraine, one small town is fighting for survival in the shadow of Europe's bloodiest armed conflict.

India arrests prominent Kashmir rights activist under terror law

The National Investigation Agency arrests Khurram Parvez under Unlawful Activities Prevention Act for 'terror-funding'.

COP26 was a flop but there is still hope

Only revolutionary activism can help save civilisation from a climate catastrophe.

When Israel invades your home

Under Israeli occupation, Palestinian children are not safe even at their own homes.

Israel to formalise defence ties with Morocco on minister’s visit

Trip by Defence Minister Benny Gantz to Rabat will reportedly formalise unofficial security cooperation.

Saudi-led coalition launches air raids on Yemeni capital Sanaa

Saudi-led coalition in Yemen says it launched air raids on 'legitimate' Houthi targets in Sanaa, no casualties reported.

Can seaweed help solve Ireland’s cow methane problem?

Ireland looks to seaweed to feed to cattle and sheep in quest to curb the methane they are breathing out.

‘Together we walk’: Lebanon seeks economic revival via Expo 2020

Amid growing discontent at home, officials at Lebanon's Expo 2020 pavilion in Dubai seek new opportunities.

Pakistan pledges $28m in Afghanistan humanitarian support

Chairing meeting of committee on Afghan assistance, PM Imran Khan also authorises transit of Indian food aid.

Destitute and hopeless: Iraqi Kurds return from Belarus

For many Iraqi families stuck at the Poland-Belarus border, waiting simply wasn’t an option any more.

Indian actor Puneeth Rajkumar’s death spurs eye donation pledges

Doctors say more than 7,000 people committed themselves to post-mortem eye donations since film star's death last month.

At least 45 people killed in bus accident in Bulgaria

Seven passengers were saved and taken to a hospital, interior ministry says.

Alibaba shares sink near record low as JD.com rises

E-commerce giant's declining fortunes come as Beijing reins in the power of big tech companies.

Former South Korean military dictator Chun Doo-hwan dies at 90

Chun presided over the 1980 Gwangju army massacre of pro-democracy demonstrators, a crime he was later convicted for.

Sri Lanka begins trials connected to 2019 Easter Sunday bombings

Sri Lankan court begins the first of three trials connected to bombings that killed nearly 270 people.

Blinken says Hamdok’s reinstatement as Sudan’s PM is ‘first step’

US Secretary of State welcomes Sudan deal, calls for release of political detainees and lifting of state of emergency.

Japanese, Indian officials working on release of oil reserves

US President Joe Biden has been lobbying countries to release crude reserves to tamp down high energy prices.

After crackdown, Hong Kong’s low paid face hurdles to organising

Beijing's clampdown on dissent in city has silenced unions and politicians that traditionally supported workers' rights.

Audrey Tang on why tackling misinformation is crucial in pandemic

Taiwan's Digital Minister tells Al Jazeera that openness is key to ensuring misinformation does not morph into hatred.

Ethiopia’s PM Abiy Ahmed vows to lead army ‘from the battlefront’

Nobel Peace Prize-winning prime minister says he will lead troops battling Tigrayan rebels starting Tuesday.

Venezuela opposition says it must rebuild after electoral loss

About 42 percent of eligible voters cast ballots in Sunday's vote, which saw Venezuelan opposition suffer heavy defeat.

Bodies found in Brazil mangrove following police gun battle

At least eight bodies, some with signs of torture, found on the outskirts of Rio de Janeiro following police operation.

Russia accuses West of fuelling ‘hysteria’ over Ukraine tensions

The Kremlin slams claims from Washington that Moscow may be readying to invade Ukraine.

New Delhi lifts construction ban as air quality ‘slowly improves’

Indian capital's Air Quality Index (AQI) on Monday dropped to 303 on a scale of 500, down from 499 nearly a week ago.

In first, US added to annual list of ‘backsliding’ democracies

The report by International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance says 'visible deterioration' began in 2019.

President Xi: China will not seek dominance over Southeast Asia

China's leader makes remarks days after a flare-up with the Philippines in the South China Sea.

Sudan’s reinstated PM Hamdok promises a path to democracy

Hamdok tells Al Jazeera a technocratic interim government will lead Sudan, after signing a deal with the military.

Venezuela ruling socialist party, allies sweep regional elections

Nicolas Maduro's allies win 20 of 23 governor posts in polls that saw the participation of opposition after four years.

In remote Pacific islands, businesses look local to survive COVID

Pacific island nations saw their economies shrink an estimated 5.8 percent in 2020 amid a collapse in tourism.

Assad: Master of Chaos

The diplomatic and political power play by international forces on all sides during the ten-year war in Syria.

Amnesty urges Pakistan to end ‘abhorrent’ enforced disappearances

Human rights group calls for Pakistani authorities to end the use of enforced disappearances as a tool of state policy.

An ode to train travel

During the 28.5 hours I spent on the Turkish Eastern Express, I was able to suspend a reality that is in no way real.

Chile’s Indigenous Mapuche Gen Z resist police brutality

The Mapuche Gen Z are resisting police violence against Indigenous youth through music and activism.

Photos show aftermath of car ramming at Wisconsin parade

At least 5 people are dead and more than 40 injured after an SUV sped through a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

Infographic: The 100 most polluted cities in the world

Out of the world's 100 most polluted cities, 94 are in India, China, and Pakistan.

Pakistan rejects India defence minister’s ‘provocative’ statement

Pakistan foreign ministry reacts strongly to India's threats to carry out military action on Pakistani soil if provoked.

Muslim mason sculpts shrines for Bangladesh’s Hindu dead

Taher Ali Khan has crafted thousands of shrines at Barisal Mahashashan, the country's largest Hindu crematorium.

Oil extends drop on signs US, China, Japan will release reserves

Speculation is mounting that a coordinated release of oil reserves is on the way to combat accelerating inflation.

Australia to allow skilled workers, students entry from December

Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison calls border easing 'major milestone in our pathway back'

China-ASEAN summit begins without a Myanmar representative

Regional bloc rejects China's request to include Myanmar's top general Min Aung Hlaing in virtual summit.

Several dead as car ploughs through US Christmas parade

Red SUV drives through a Christmas parade in Waukesha, Wisconsin, striking more than 20 people.

Runoff looms in Chile as far-right Kast leads presidential vote

Chile is headed for a polarized presidential runoff as far-right Jose Antonio Kast holds lead in Sunday's vote.

Alibaba, Tencent, Baidu fined by China’s competition watchdog

Tech firms ordered to pay $3.4m for 43 antitrust violations amid crackdown on monopolies.

Where is Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai?

Athlete’s sexual assault claims and disappearance from public eye could be a bigger challenge for Chinese government.

Two of 17 missionaries kidnapped in Haiti released

US-based church group welcomes release of two of its members, but says 'our hearts are with the 15 still being held'.

Why is the UK planning to outlaw Palestine’s Hamas group?

Fury is growing in Palestine after Britain's interior minister says she is banning Hamas.

Key questions answered as Qatar 2022 starts one-year countdown

Al Jazeera answers some key questions with Middle East's first football World Cup just one year away.

How ex-players, teammates reacted to Solskjaer’s Man Utd sacking

Solskjaer was sacked by Manchester United after the side lost five out of its last seven Premier League games.

Chileans vote for new president to lead transition period

A runoff election between left-wing and far-right frontrunners is expected but not a given.

Canada’s ‘crying shame’: The fields full of children’s bones

Indigenous survivors of Canada's residential schools tell the stories of those who never made it out.

Sudan’s Hamdok reinstated as PM after political agreement signed

Agreement sees see Hamdok return to lead a transitional government, all political prisoners freed.

Poland says Belarus still bringing migrants to its border

Polish border guard said Belarusian servicemen brought about 100 migrants and refugees to its frontier Saturday night.

That time golf saved the world from war

How a celebrated golf course architect served as a confidential diplomatic troubleshooter for four US presidents.

Manchester United sack Solskjaer after crushing loss to Watford

Solskjaer fired as manager after heavy defeats, with former player Michael Carrick taking over on temporary basis.

On Ukraine’s front lines, Europe’s forgotten war grinds on

Conflict continues to blight the lives of civilians still living on the front lines in Ukraine's Donbas region.

Climate Denialism: Can we stop it?

“Be careful what you hear.”

Jerusalem: Palestinian-French lawyer fights Israeli deportation

Salah Hammouri's residency status in Jerusalem was revoked over a 'breach of allegiance to the State of Israel'.

Bulgaria votes in presidential runoff amid anti-corruption agenda

Frontrunner incumbent President Rumen Radev faces off against academic Anastas Gerdjikov in the runoff.

What role can nuclear energy play in Africa’s climate transition?

African states should not be denied the opportunity to use nuclear energy, but it should be a solution of last resort.

Palestinian, Israeli settler killed in Jerusalem shooting

The Palestinian man reportedly used a submachine gun and a knife to carry out an attack.

El Salvador to build first ‘Bitcoin City’ backed by BTC bonds

Many Salvadorans are sceptical about Bitcoin and its bumpy introduction has fuelled protests against the government.

Sudan military to reinstate PM Hamdok in new deal: Mediators

Agreement reportedly will see Hamdok return to lead a transitional government, all political prisoners freed.

Venezuelans vote in regional elections as opposition returns

The polls mark the first time in four years that the main opposition parties will participate in an election.

Protests erupt over COVID restrictions in Austria, Italy, Croatia

Protesters rally against new restrictions and COVID-19 passes mandated in many European countries.

China downgrades ties with Lithuania over Taiwan

China reduces ties with Lithuania after Taiwan establishes a de facto embassy in Vilnius.

Peng Shuai: Videos, photos of missing Chinese star posted online

Global Times editor posts video that he says shows Peng Shuai watching a match in Beijing.

France to send special forces to Guadeloupe after looting, arson

Deployment comes after an overnight curfew failed to quell violent protests against COVID-19 curbs.

COVID protests in Netherlands turn violent for a second night

Rioters in The Hague pelt police with stones and fireworks as protests over COVID measures continue.

Pressure mounts on Solskjaer as Watford hammer Manchester United

Watford's four goals, captain Maguire's red card seal sorry outing for Manchester United in the Premier League.

‘Last hope’: Lebanese abroad seek a say at polls

More than 210,000 members of diaspora have registered to vote in crisis-hit country's upcoming parliamentary election.

Lewis Hamilton on pole for inaugural Qatar F1 Grand Prix

Mercedes driver beats championship rival Verstappen who qualified second for Sunday's race.

Houthis say their drone attacks target several Saudi cities

Saudi-led coalition says it attacked 13 Houthi targets across Yemen.

Green Hydrogen: The new scramble for North Africa

European plans for hydrogen energy projects in North Africa smack of green colonialism.

Austrian far-right Freedom Party protests against COVID measures

Freedom Party supporters among thousands protesting in Vienna against COVID lockdown and mandatory vaccinations.

Qatar welcomes ILO report despite admitted data gaps

Organisation says most workers who suffered occupational injuries came from Bangladesh, India and Nepal.

China slams ‘irresponsible’ UN comments on jailed journalist

UN, rights groups have urged Beijing to release Zhang Zhan, who was jailed for her coverage of China's COVID-19 response.

Iran’s IRGC seizes foreign tanker for smuggling diesel

The Revolutionary Guards say the unnamed foreign ship was carrying 150,000 litres of diesel.

Sudan’s military coup and the stifling of speech

Net blocking and journalist arrests, Sudan's junta is stifling speech. And the rise of a far-right French journalist.

Sudan anti-coup protest death toll rises to 40 as teenager dies

Teenager succumbs to his wounds after being shot in head by live rounds days earlier, taking protest death toll to 40.

Why is Pfizer sharing its COVID-19 pill but not its vaccine?

As big pharma refuses to share its COVID vaccine secrets, the WHO hires a South African lab to crack the mRNA code.

US defence chief pledges to counter Iran during Bahrain visit

Lloyd Austin seeks to reassure Middle East allies that President Biden's administration is committed to the region.

Israel returns wrong body to killed Palestinian teenager’s family

The mix-up draws attention to Israel's policy of withholding bodies of Palestinians who allegedly carried out attacks.

Georgia’s jailed ex-leader Saakashvili ends 50-day hunger strike

Former President Mikheil Saakashvili agrees to end strike after authorities offer to move him to a military hospital.

Thousands take to Australia streets over COVID-19 measures, jabs

Thousands demonstrate for and against vaccine mandates in a country with one of the world's highest inoculation rates.

Paul Kagame: Transforming Rwanda

The President of Rwanda discusses his country’s evolution since the 1994 genocide.

US and Taiwan to hold second round of economic dialogue

Economic dialogue launched last year amid increasing pressure on Taiwan from China.

Dutch police fire warning shots as COVID protests rock Rotterdam

Dozens arrested and seven injured after protests against partial lockdown turn violent.

US, UN demand proof of missing Chinese tennis star’s wellbeing

Tennis player Peng Shuai has been missing since she accused China's former vice-premier of sexual assault.

‘Born as US citizen’: Afghan refugees welcome newborns in US

More than 250 children have been born to Afghan evacuees in US bases since the American withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Under fire for ‘sham’ vote, Nicaragua begins withdrawal from OAS

Organization of American States adopted resolution last week saying Nicaraguan elections lacked 'democratic legitimacy'.

How will the COVID pandemic affect flu season?

Experts say Northern Hemisphere countries face an unpredictable winter as COVID spreads during the flu season.

Is Ethiopia on the brink of a humanitarian catastrophe?

On UpFront, Marc Lamont Hill talks to Ethiopia's State Minister for Government Communication, Selamawit Kassa.

English cricket racism row grows as Hales blackface photos emerge

Pictures of former England batsman Alex Hales wearing black face paint spark new accusations of racism.

Pakistan frees far-right TLP chief after deal following protests

Saad Rizvi released in Lahore after weeks of negotiations that followed deadly protests in the Muslim-majority country.

Philippine church founder charged with sex trafficking of women

Apollo Carreon Quiboloy, 71, charged for sexually assaulting girls and women, according to US justice department.

Australia cricket captain Paine resigns after ‘sexting’ scandal

Cricket Australia accepts Tim Paine's resignation, which comes just weeks before the Ashes series with England.

Uganda police kill five suspects following twin attacks

Ugandan police say 21 people arrested in connection with deadly twin suicide bombings claimed by ISIL-affiliate.

Families bury bodies of Kashmir civilians, shutdown in protest

Authorities exhume bodies of two civilians and return them to their families as separatists hold a shutdown in region.

Japan PM Kishida unveils $490bn stimulus package

Japanese leader announces record spending as economy struggles to bounce back from the pandemic.

Doctors fear ‘surge in deaths’ after Lebanon lifts drug subsidies

Medical crisis continues to roil, with expensive subsidies partially lifted and no social assistance programme in place.

WTA says it is prepared to pull China tournaments over Peng Shuai

International concern mounts over welfare of player who hasn't been seen since she made sexual assault allegations.

India to repeal controversial farm laws

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announces decision to roll back laws vigorously opposed by farmers.

China may reopen Hong Kong border in early December

Number of visitors would initially be limited to a few hundred per day, Hong Kong newspaper reports.

India’s Modi says will repeal controversial farm laws

PM Narendra Modi says he has decided to repeal three farm laws farmers have protested against for more than a year.

Taiwan opens Lithuania office as China condemns ‘egregious’ move

New office a further sign countries in eastern Europe willing to deepen cooperation with Taiwan despite China's threats.

Cathay fires three pilots over ‘serious breach’ of COVID rules

Move comes as city sticks to a strict 'zero COVID' policy that has frustrated businesses and expatriates

Biden’s $1.75 trillion domestic investment bill closer to law

Democrats clear way for vote on measures including free preschool for all three and four year olds.

Collapse of tourism costs Asian countries 1.6 million jobs

Almost one-third of job losses in the Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Brunei and Mongolia was in tourism, report says

China uses maritime militia to assert claim on South China Sea

New report shows Beijing funding hundreds of vessels used to back increasingly assertive claim on the disputed waters.

Amazon deforestation in Brazil surges to 15-year high

Space research agency findings come after Brazilian gov't at COP26 summit pledged to end illegal deforestation by 2028.

Thousands remain stranded by massive floods in western Canada

Death toll linked to flooding, mudslides in British Columbia expected to rise, as search-and-rescue efforts ramp up.

Instagram investigated by US states over impact on kids

The probe involves at least nine states and comes as Facebook is under scrutiny over its approach to children.

US judge vacates convictions of two men for murder of Malcolm X

Muhammad Aziz and Khalil Islam's convictions for killing US civil rights leader a 'miscarriage of justice', judge said.

Oil climbs after touching six-week lows as China eyes reserves

Investors are on the edge of their seats waiting to see how much crude major economies will release from their reserves.

Thousands of anti-coup protesters continue to march in Sudan

Security forces shot dead at least 15 people and wounded dozens on the deadliest day in a month of demonstrations.

Floods, mudslides bring chaos to Canada’s British Columbia

Floods left at least one dead and four missing, forced thousands of people to flee their homes, and cut off Vancouver.

Turkey releases Israeli couple detained on espionage charges

The couple was arrested after taking pictures of President Erdogan's residence atop Istanbul's tallest building.

Turkey detains Syrian singer Omar Souleyman on ‘terror’ charges

The singer was taken into custody from his home in Sanliurfa over alleged links to banned Kurdish militia, sources say.

Is Belarus using migrants as ‘weapons’ against the EU?

A humanitarian disaster is unfolding for thousands of people stuck at the border as winter nears.

Child labour on the rise among Jordan’s most vulnerable

‘Deteriorating’ economic conditions have forced thousands more children into hazardous work.

Palestinian prisoner from Gaza dies in Israeli custody

Sami Umour, 39, died at Soroka Hospital in the Naqab from heart problems and medical negligence, prisoner groups say.

Japan mulls indefinite stay for blue-collar foreign workers

Tokyo is seeking to ease restrictions on foreign labour amid a rapidly ageing population.

Biden pushes China, India, Japan to release oil reserves: sources

The US is seeking a coordinated release of crude stockpiles to lower global energy prices.

Pakistan, India reopen Kartarpur corridor for Sikh pilgrims

Pilgrims arrive in Pakistan to visit one of Sikhism's holiest shrines on the birth anniversary of religion's founder.

Modi calls on democracies to use tech to spread shared values

Indian leader tells summit democracies must use technology to build world that reflects 'democratic ideals and values'.

Speaker of Libya’s parliament says he will run for president

Aguila Saleh joins son of Libya's former dictator and a controversial military commander in race for presidency.

WTA questions email allegedly from Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai

Peng disappeared after she accused a top Chinese government official of sexual assault.

After Biden-Xi summit, what next for US-China trade war?

Reductions in tariffs possible down the line, but no return to pre-Trump status quo, analysts say.

Philippines tells China to ‘back off’ after South China Sea clash

Philippines says Chinese coastguard blocked and fired water cannon on two of its supply ships inside its territory.

Murdoch accuses Google, Facebook of silencing conservatives

Media mogul calls for 'significant reform' of tech giants during annual shareholder meeting.

US, Canada, Mexico leaders to meet in first summit since 2016

Biden, Lopez Obrador and Trudeau to renew regional relationship with economy, immigration among issues of discussion.

Rittenhouse lawyers ask judge to declare mistrial over video

The defence says video the prosecution alleges shows Rittenhouse raising his gun should not be allowed.

Qatar, Egypt agree to supply fuel and building materials to Gaza

Deal was reached in Oslo on Wednesday during meeting for international donor group for Palestinians.

Myanmar students boycott classes following school reopening

Schools reopened this month, but with high security risks and a reluctance to support the government there are few students.

Man who shot Ahmaud Arbery testifies it was ‘life or death’

'When you pull a weapon on someone ... usually that tells people to back off,' said Travis McMichael who shot Arbery.

Chipmaker Nvidia forecasts robust revenue on AI, metaverse buzz

The world's biggest maker of graphics and AI chips expects fourth-quarter revenue to grow above analysts' expectations.

US House rebukes Republican Congressman Gosar over violent video

'This is not about me... This is about what we are willing to accept,' Congresswoman Alexandrio Ocasio-Cortez says.

ICC forms group to assess the future of cricket in Afghanistan

The cricket governing body will be deciding whether Afghanistan can continue as a full member under Taliban rule.

Civilians among four killed in Kashmir, families demand bodies

Families also accuse Indian forces of using the two civilians as 'human shields' during a deadly gun battle in Srinagar.

We Had a Dream

A look at racial divides and the struggle for political representation of minority groups in the United States.

Beethoven-loving donkeys help clean up medieval Turkish town

A herd of donkeys helps collect 10 tonnes of waste every day in Mardin - home to 60,000 residents.

Sudan authorities close bridges ahead of mass anti-coup protests

Resistance committees call for a million-strong demonstration in Khartoum to demand return of a civilian government.

Pakistan: ‘Find a solution,’ say Lahore residents choking in smog

Lahore declared the world's most polluted city by Swiss air quality monitor, as residents urge officials to take action.

Israeli missiles target building near Damascus, says Syria

Syria's state-run media said Israel launched missiles towards an empty house early on Wednesday, no casualties reported.

Schools in Indian capital shut indefinitely as smog worsens

Residents urged to work from home and trucks carrying non-essential goods banned as air pollution hits dangerous levels.

Is racism to blame for Oregon’s water crisis?

The Stream discusses a new 'Fault Lines' documentary about a battle over access to water.

Philippines group seeks to bar Marcos Jr from election

Son of late strongman Ferdinand Marcos is emerging as the frontrunner in May election.

Asia holds tight on borders, casting cloud over COVID-hit travel

Countries such as Japan, South Korea and Malaysia take middle path on reopening, with travel still heavily restricted.

China must pick up phone for backing on CPTPP, Australia says

Trade Minister Dan Tehan says ministerial dialogue needed for Canberra to support China joining regional trade pact.

Chile’s Senate votes against impeaching Sebastian Pinera

Senate votes against punishing Sebastian Pinera over a business deal revealed in the Pandora Paper leaks.

Marx and Lenin watch Engels wed in southern India’s Kerala

Marx, Lenin and Ho Chi Minh watch their friend Engels tie the knot in Kerala ruled by the Communist Party for decades.

At least 1,000 arrested since Ethiopia state of emergency: UN

Most of those detained are ethnic Tigrayans with the UN chief warning arrests could 'widen divisions and resentments'.

Cuban opposition group calls for more protests, denounces arrests

Archipelago says more than 100 people were detained on Monday as security forces prevented protesters from gathering.

Prosecution rests in US trial over Ahmaud Arbery’s killing

Prosecutor says defendants assumed the worst of Arbery before chasing and fatally shooting him.

‘Why not me?’: Refugees held in Australia despair as some freed

Campaigners welcome release of four refugees, but say Australian government must end indefinite detention for all.

Migrant arrivals along US-Mexico border drop in October: CBP

US Customs and Border Protection says migrant encounters at the US-Mexico border in October decreased by 14 percent.

Biden, Xi discuss how to ‘align’ stances on Iran nuclear issue

In three-and-half-hour exchange , Biden and Xi talk about Taiwan, strategic nuclear controls and global economic issues.

Nicaragua denounces OAS as President Ortega, wife banned from US

US President Joe Biden accuses Ortega government of using violence against protesters, jailing opponents.

Flood damage cuts rail access to Vancouver port, Canada’s largest

Heavy rain has prompted evacuations in British Columbia and caused power outages in the US state of Washington.

Musk in talks with Brazil on monitoring Amazon rainforest

Elon Musk floated the possibility of using SpaceX satellite tech to monitor deforestation and forest fires.

Refugee crisis deepens at the Polish-Belarusian border

Bleak images show the reality thousands are facing on the EU's eastern border as a humanitarian disaster looms.

Israel energy minister says UAE oil pipeline should be cancelled

Opposition from environmental groups has forced the Israeli gov't to reconsider one of its biggest deals with the UAE.

Turkish police arrest man sought in Haiti president assassination

Haitian officials say Samir Handal is a suspect in the killing, but have not given details of his alleged involvement.

Hong Kong quarantines 130 pilots, stoking supply chain fears

Move comes as the international financial centre's strict “zero COVID” faces criticism from business community.

Mapuche Teen Rap Queen: Chile’s Indigenous Gen Z

A teen rapper in Chile joins a festival in Mapuche territory to connect with her native roots and highlight injustice.

Libya’s Haftar announces he will run for presidential elections

Haftar says 'elections are the only way out of the severe crisis that our country has plunged into'.

US slams Russia for ‘irresponsible’ space missile test

The test blew up a Russian satellite, creating a debris cloud that threatened astronauts on board the ISS.

Two explosions heard in the Ugandan capital, Kampala

One blast reported near a police station and another along a street near the parliamentary building.

Israeli forces kill Palestinian man in occupied West Bank

Saddam Hussein Bani Odeh was killed in the village of Tammoun after a confrontation broke out during an Israeli raid.

The little boat that could

How a Canadian pro-Palestine group won a rare victory against Israel.

Myanmar charges Aung San Suu Kyi over alleged election fraud

Generals have used allegations of wrongdoing in 2020 elections to justify their coup against the elected government.

India’s Hindu hardliners attack Muslim ex-foreign minister’s home

Salman Khurshid published a book last month in which he compared Hindu nationalists to 'extremist groups' such as ISIL.

Google commits $736m in Australia after threatening pull-out

Tech giant unveils plans to establish research hub after threatening to drop services over tougher regulation.

China’s property crackdown sinks economic growth to 90s levels

Banks cut 2022 growth forecasts below 5 percent as Beijing continues push to reduce dependence on real estate.

‘We are warriors’: Women join fight against military in Myanmar

As armed resistance to a military coup intensifies, women fight for gender equity along with an end to dictatorship.

Sudan releases Al Jazeera’s bureau chief

El Musalmi El Kabbashi was arrested amid nationwide protests against Sudan's military coup.

Why are migrants risking it all to cross the deadly Darien Gap?

More migrants, including children, are taking the journey through one of the world’s most hazardous migration routes.

Xi, Biden begin ‘virtual’ meeting amid rising tension

Relations between China and the United States have deteriorated over issues including Taiwan, Hong Kong and Xinjiang.

Kyle Rittenhouse trial: ‘self defence’ vs ‘provoked everything’

Rittenhouse, who has pleaded not guilty and testified that he acted in self-defence, faces life in prison if convicted.

Alex Saab pleads not guilty in high profile corruption court case

Saab is accused of paying bribes to siphon $350m from state contracts to build housing for Venezuela's government.

Biden signs $1.2 trillion US infrastructure bill into law

Dropping in public polls, Biden hopes his fortunes will shift with approval next of his 'Build Back Better' plan.

Tesla nears bear-market territory after prolonged tumble

The stock recovered a bit to close down 1.9% at $1,013.39, marking a nearly 18% decline from its November 4 high.

Canada rains cause city evacuation, shut down major oil pipeline

Officials in Merrit, British Columbia, order residents to leave as floodwaters 'inundated two bridges'.

Philippines President Duterte to run for Senate in 2022 vote

The move ends speculation that Duterte would run for vice president against his daughter Sara Duterte-Carpio.

US journalist Danny Fenster released from Myanmar prison

Washington had called Myanmar's jailing of Fenster an 'unjust conviction of an innocent person'.

US slams Cuba ‘intimidation tactics’ before planned protests

Havana has banned Monday's planned march, which comes after rare demonstrations broke out in the island country in July.

EU to widen sanctions on Belarus amid border crisis: Live updates

Thousands remain stranded at the freezing frontier as the EU prepares to hit Minsk with fresh sanctions.

Iraq to repatriate citizens stranded at Poland-Belarus border

Flights to begin on Thursday to repatriate citizens on a voluntary basis, government says.

India court orders ‘work from home’ over pollution in capital

The order comes after authorities in Delhi shut schools as they struggle to reduce hazardous pollution in the capital.

UK police arrest three after Liverpool car blast

Counterterrorism officers investigate explosion outside hospital that killed one person and wounded another.

Poland-Belarus border: ‘People are dying in the forest’

Stranded refugees and migrants tell of struggle to survive in freezing conditions and brutal treatment by guards.

Dubai Air Show opens as Israel attends for the first time

This year's exhibition is expected to be more muted than in the past, due to COVID restrictions on flying and travel.

How India, Pakistan fans lit up the T20 World Cup final

Despite the Asian giants not qualifying for the final, neutral fans turned up to watch Australia lift the trophy.

Afghan FM confirms Kabul ‘mediating’ talks between Pakistan, TTP

A one-month ceasefire agreed during talks requested by both parties, Afghan Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi says.

China’s economy bests expectations amid property market fears

Industrial output in October beats economists' forecasts, rising 3.5 percent.

As Beijing cracks down, Hong Kong’s media hub status in balance

The denial of a visa for an Australian correspondent is the latest blow to the city's reputation for press freedom.

Storms in Egypt’s Aswan unleash scorpions in people’s homes

State-run media say heavy flooding in the south killed three people and hospitalised more than 400 others.

How is South Africa’s ‘Barakat’ breaking boundaries?

First Muslim film shot in Afrikaaps language selected as official Oscar submission.

Tunisian labour union opposes parliament return, urges elections

General Labour Union says Tunisia's suspended parliament should not be reinstated, calls for new legislative elections.

Japan’s economy shrinks faster than expected in Q3

World's third-largest economy takes hit amid global supply disruptions and fresh COVID-19 outbreaks.

Tennis body calls for probe into Peng Shuai’s sex assault claims

Call comes after Peng Shuai alleged on her Weibo account that a former Chinese vice premier had coerced her into sex.

9-year-old boy dies after Astroworld festival crush

Ezra Blount is the 10th person to die after attending the Houston music festival.

Argentina’s Peronists set to lose control of Congress

Argentine voters punish President Albert Fernandez's government amid spiraling inflation and growing poverty.

Asian shares edge up as US stock futures make gains

Investors cautious ahead of release of Chinese economic data that is expected to show slowing growth

450 settler attacks on Palestinians in two years: Israeli NGO

Israeli forces are not intervening to stop the attacks in most cases, and often actively join in, B'Tselem says.

At Poland-Belarus border, people decry ‘weaponisation’ depiction

Stranded refugees and migrants say they are in dire need of help as row between European Union and Belarus escalates.

Austria orders nationwide lockdown for unvaccinated

The move prohibits unvaccinated individuals from leaving their homes except for basic activities.

Two major quakes hit southern Iran one minute apart; one dead

The powerful tremors were also felt in nearby provinces, as well as in Dubai.

Infographic: What has your country pledged at COP26?

With the annual climate change summit over, what have world leaders achieved at COP26?

‘Please save us’: Refugees face death at Poland-Belarus border

People are dying of cold and hunger at the doors of Europe, Nidal Ibrahim tells Al Jazeera from the Belarusian border.

De Klerk was merely a footnote in South African history

The late South African politician tried and failed to leave a meaningful mark along South Africa's democratic path.

AU troops sentenced to death for civilian killings in Somalia

Two soldiers sentenced to death and three others given 39-year prison terms each for killing seven civilians.

US military hid air raids that killed dozens in Syria: Report

New York Times investigation finds that up to 64 women and children may have been killed in the March 2019 air raids.

Son of former Libyan leader Gaddafi to run for president

Saif al-Islam Gaddafi registered as a presidential candidate for the December 24 poll, the electoral commission says.

Tunisians protest against President Saied’s power grab

Thousands of people gather near Tunisia's suspended parliament to protest against President Saied's power grab.

Palestinian rights activists defiant over Israeli spyware hacks

Palestinian activists targeted by Israeli criminalisation and surveillance pledge to keep working amid threats.

Sudan security forces arrest Al Jazeera bureau chief in Khartoum

Al Jazeera calls for immediate release of El Musalmi El Kabbashi, who was arrested in a raid by security forces.

The last warrior of Africa’s ‘Forgotten Army’: Gambia and WWII

Ebou Janha, 102, is the only surviving veteran of a regiment of Gambian soldiers who fought for the British in Burma.

Yemen’s Houthis re-enter Hodeidah after gov’t-allied forces leave

Pro-government forces withdrew from the port city, saying they were redeploying according to a 2018 ceasefire deal.

Argentina votes in midterms amid pressure on President Fernandez

Nearly half the lower-house Chamber of Deputies seats are up for grabs, as well as a third of the Senate.

Zimbabwe is set on tackling climate change

But to have a chance at making a difference, it needs sanctions imposed by the West to be lifted.

Turkey rebuffs French call for troop withdrawal from Libya

Senior Turkish official says Turkish presence in Libya has helped maintain stability in the North African country.

Bulgarians vote in elections for third time this year

Bulgarians head to the polls again after inconclusive April and July general elections.

Five protesters killed as Sudanese rally against military coup

At least five killed as pro-democracy protesters took to the streets across Sudan to oppose the military's takeover.

T20 World Cup: Australia, New Zealand vie for elusive crown

Teams to meet in the final of the T20 World Cup on Sunday after thrilling, unlikely wins in the semi-finals.

‘Betrayal of people, planet’: World reacts to COP26 climate pact

Mixed reactions as UN, US, China welcome climate pact and activists denounce more 'blah blah blah' from global talks.

COP26: What’s in the Glasgow Climate Pact?

UK, the host of COP26, says Glasgow Climate Pact keeps alive hopes of averting the worst impacts of global warming.

Thousands rally in DRC capital against electoral commission pick

Protesters in Kinshasa reject last month's appointment of a new poll body head by President Felix Tshisekedi.

Afghanistan: Deadly explosion hits mainly Shia suburb of Kabul

Explosion goes off in a minivan in Dasht-e Barchi area in the west of Afghan capital, officials say.

India: Border state ambush kills five soldiers, two civilians

Suspected rebels ambushed a convoy of India’s paramilitary soldiers in northeastern state of Manipur, officials say.

Sudan deploys military across Khartoum amid anti-coup protests

Protests come two days after coup leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan reappointed himself head of the Sovereign Council.

Rights groups decry Poland’s ban on media at Belarus border

Poland denies journalists access to border with Belarus as thousands of people remain stranded amid a geopolitical row.

Ecuador’s Rafael Correa: Exiled and convicted

The former president of Ecuador discusses if he plans a political comeback.

Tigray rebels killed dozens of civilians: Ethiopia rights body

Ethiopian Human Rights Commission says rebels killed at least 184 people in Amhara region in July and August.

New COP26 draft deal urges coal curbs, faster climate action

As UN climate talks go overtime, draft texts urge accelerated curbs on coal and 'inefficient' fossil fuel subsidies.

Hate speech and misinformation in Ethiopia’s war

As Ethiopia's conflict escalates, so does the information war. Plus challenges for Poland’s most watched news channel.

Syrian migrant found dead on Poland-Belarus border

Polish police say the body of a man found near village of Wolka Terechowska, the latest victim of border standoff.

US and Turkey: It is not over yet

US-Turkish relations are tense but it is too early to talk of decoupling.

Duterte’s daughter Sara to run for Philippines vice presidency

Eldest daughter of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte files candidacy, ending speculation about her election plans.

Cuban opposition figure arrested ahead of banned protest

Guillermo Farinas was arrested on Friday, his family said, three days before opposition figures plan to hold a protest.

Protests loom in Thailand after court ruling fuels anger

Lawyers worry ruling could lead to treason charges against key activists as protesters pledge to gather again on Sunday.

How climate change is leading to a rise in violence in the Sahel

The UN estimates 80 percent of the Sahel’s rain-fed farmland is affected by degradation due to erratic rainfall.

Ecuadorian court freezes ex-president’s bank account in probe

Court order freezes bank accounts of former President Rafael Correa and 19 others as part of a corruption investigation.

Vietnam reconsiders methane-emitting rice amid climate crisis

Country says it can no longer be 'rice first' as farmers urged to change planting techniques or consider alternatives.

US judge dissolves Britney Spears’ nearly 14-year conservatorship

The 39-year-old pop star is now free to make her own medical, financial and personal decisions without court oversight.

Activist recalls 1971 Manila blast as Marcos Jr candidacy looms

Marcos-era activist longs to return to Philippines after decades in exile but new political changes could spell trouble.

US jury can consider Rittenhouse provoked deadly violence: Judge

Kyle Rittenhouse is charged with killing two people, injuring a third at racial justice protests in Kenosha last year.

Rivian is now biggest US company by market value with no revenue

Rivian Automotive’s shares have soared 67 percent from their initial public offering price of $78 on Wednesday.

US indicts ex-Trump aide Bannon for defying January 6 subpoena

Steve Bannon refused to testify in a House committee's investigation into the deadly US Capitol insurrection.

COP26 climate crisis talks pass deadline as negotiators seek deal

Thorny issues including funding, cutting gas emission pledges and phasing out coal were unresolved as deadline passed.

El Salvador orders army into the streets after spike in killings

Salvadoran President Nayib Bukele has adopted draconian measures to crack down on gang violence.

Can Haiti’s government deliver justice?

Haiti’s Foreign Minister Claude Joseph says that he is 'confident' in the country’s justice system.

Water scarcity reaches crisis point in northern Syria

Lack of water in northern Syria is exacerbating existing vulnerabilities caused by economic instability and conflict.

COP26: Climate negotiations enter final day as differences remain

Nearly 200 participating nations are in talks to reach a deal to stop global warming from becoming catastrophic.

Sri Lanka limits size of public events ahead of opposition rally

Main opposition party says government using COVID-19 pandemic as 'cover' to limit size of public gatherings.

US journalist Danny Fenster jailed for 11 years in Myanmar

Frontier magazine managing editor has been accused of a range of offences including incitement, sedition and 'terrorism.

Biden, Xi to address APEC leaders on trade, COVID recovery

Speeches come ahead of much-anticipated virtual summit between the US and Chinese presidents on Monday.

T20 World Cup: How Pakistan fans were left stunned in Dubai

A late cameo by wicketkeeper-batter Matthew Wade took Australia into the final of the T20 World Cup on Thursday.

Several killed in Bangladesh rural council elections amid boycott

At least seven people killed as voters elect village council representatives in vote boycotted by main opposition party.

Nagaenthran case puts Singapore’s death penalty in spotlight

Malaysian remains on death row after positive COVID test, as campaign for a reprieve captures public attention.

Pakistan takes far-right leader off terror list to end protests

Saad Rizvi removed from terrorism watchlist, paving the way for his release under deal to end weeks of deadly protests.

Covaxin, India’s homegrown COVID jab, ‘highly efficacious’: Study

Data from Phase 3 trials show vaccine offers 78 percent protection against COVID-19, says a study published in Lancet.

Hong Kong opens top art museum amid fear of cultural ‘dark ages’

The long-delayed launch of M+ comes as Hong Kong struggles with the impact of the National Security Law.

China’s Singles Day posts record sales of $84.5bn

World's largest shopping event offers vote of confidence in Chinese economy amid COVID and real estate woes

Rohingya in Bangladesh camps fear both the police and ARSA

Refugees say they are caught in the middle of alleged police 'atrocities' and violence by an armed community group.

China-US declaration on climate only first step, analysts say

Sparse content of declaration leaves questions over commitments of the world's top two carbon polluters.

Russia demands closure of leading human rights group Memorial

Memorial began investigating crimes during Stalinist era and has emerged as a staunch defender of post-Soviet freedoms.

‘The sweetest thing’: The women restoring Borneo’s rainforest

Years of hard work is starting to pay off for tree-planting teams on Malaysia's Kinabatangan river.

US court temporarily blocks release of Trump’s January 6 records

National Archives had been set to give congressional panel hundreds of pages of Trump White House documents on Friday.

US: Death toll from Astroworld music festival stampede rises to 9

Bharti Shahani, a 22-year-old Texas college student, died of injuries sustained during the show in Houston last week.

Rittenhouse murder trial: Closing arguments to be heard on Monday

Defence rested its case on Thursday in trial of Kyle Rittenhouse, who shot three at racial justice protests last year.

Mexico raises interest rates for the fourth consecutive time

Unlike the US Fed and Bank of England, emerging markets have been aggressively boosting borrowing costs this year.

US calls on Yemen’s Houthis to release local embassy staff

Most detainees have been released but Yemeni rebels continue to hold US embassy employees in Sanaa, US official says.

Iran deporting thousands of Afghan refugees

The IOM says over one million Afghans have been sent back this year, despite dire conditions awaiting them.

Why is Taiwan using APEC to lobby to join the CPTPP trade pact?

The self-ruled island is pushing to join one of the world's largest free-trade areas amid tensions with Beijing.

Pakistan hosts US, China, Russia to discuss Afghanistan

Pakistani official says the 'troika plus' meeting aims to find ways to avert a humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan.

The COP26 deal will not be enough to end SA’s coal addiction

The amount offered by rich nations is nowhere near sufficient to ease South Africa’s concerns about decarbonisation.

Algeria welcomes ‘reasonable’ French comments amid row

Algerian foreign minister says statement by Macron's office expressing regrets over recent row show respect for Algiers.

‘Custodial murder’: Muslim man found dead in India police station

Young man's death in police custody in Uttar Pradesh state and subsequent clarification by police triggers outrage.

Can India actually deliver on its bold climate promises?

The world’s second most populous country must balance economic development with growing environmental concerns.

SpaceX launches four astronauts to International Space Station

After series of delays, Elon Musk's private company SpaceX launches four astronauts to the International Space Station.

Hindus bathe in India’s sacred Yamuna covered with toxic foam

Hundreds of Hindu devotees take a holy dip in frothy, toxic waters of the river to mark Chhath Puja in New Delhi.

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup: Pakistan v Australia semi-final preview

Australia takes on Pakistan in the second semi-final in Dubai; winner to take on New Zealand in the final on Sunday.

China’s Evergrande repays bondholders: Source

Reports of coupon payments by troubled property giant ease fears of destabilising default.

China targets financial sector in new anti-corruption drive

Anti-corruption watchdog launches two-month probe of institutions including central bank and stock exchanges.

Nepal to vaccinate all adults by mid-April: Health minister

Ministry data shows 44 percent of Nepal's adults have received at least one dose and 37.5 percent are fully vaccinated.

Bangladesh votes in rural council elections amid fear of violence

The largest opposition party is boycotting polls, saying a skewed political atmosphere is preventing fair participation.

China’s Singles’ Day kicks off as COVID, real estate crisis bite

The world's biggest shopping event is a test of consumer sentiment amid COVID outbreaks and property market jitters.

UN sanctions three Houthis over Marib offensive, Saudi attacks

Security Council blacklists three Houthi leaders, subjects them to a global asset freeze and a travel ban.

UN Security Council calls for an end to violence in Myanmar

In rare statement agreed to by all 15 members, Security Council urges Myanmar military to exercise 'utmost restraint'.

PNG caught between COVID and vaccine sceptics in pandemic battle

Fewer than 2 percent of people in the impoverished Pacific nation are vaccinated against the coronavirus as cases mount.

US judge approves $626m water settlement for Flint, Michigan

The case became emblematic of racial inequality as it afflicted a city where more than half of residents are Black.

China’s Xi warns against returning to Cold War-era tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping's comments come ahead of an upcoming virtual meeting with US counterpart Joe Biden.

Rivian briefly touches $100B value before easing on gains

Shares of Rivian opened trading Wednesday at $106.75 each after selling for $78 in its initial public offering.

Disney+ sees smallest subscriber growth since debut

The video service gained 2.1 million customers in the fiscal fourth quarter, Disney said Wednesday.

India’s famous Pushkar Camel Fair returns after COVID break

Herders and their animals gather in Rajasthan's Pushkar city for the country's biggest camel-trading fair.

T20 World Cup: Injury-hit England take on New Zealand in semis

Cricket's 50-over champions England take on New Zealand in the first semi-final of the T20 World Cup in Abu Dhabi.

An open letter to Sally Rooney from Gaza

Your act of solidarity gave us some true hope, and we are thankful for it.

Tunisia trade union calls for strike over death of protester

Powerful General Trade Union announces day of mourning over death of protesters and calls for investigation.

India hosts talks on Afghanistan, but no Afghan official invited

India's archrival Pakistan and China also declined to attend the Delhi Regional Security Dialogue on Afghanistan.

APEC vows action on vaccine nationalism, climate change

Members fail to reach consensus on United States' offer to host the APEC summit in 2023.

One Person, One Vote

Exploring the deep flaws in the US democratic system and how it is failing the American people.

Tigray rebels raped women in Ethiopia’s Amhara region: Amnesty

Amnesty International found evidence of brutal acts committed by TPLF fighters during an offensive in August.

US judge refuses Trump bid to block Capitol riot records

The ex-president had requested to block the release of documents to the House committee probing the January 6 riot.

Is English cricket racist?

The Stream discusses how ethnic minorities are treated in the sport.

UN climate agency publishes draft of final Glasgow COP26 deal

Negotiators from nearly 200 countries will work from the draft to strike a final deal before the summit ends on Friday.

Myanmar charges US journalist with ‘terrorism’ and ‘sedition’

Latest charges are in addition to the three Danny Fenster already faces, and could see him jailed for life.

Rohit Sharma named new India T20 cricket captain

Star batsman replaces Virat Kohli as India's cricket board announces the squad for upcoming tour by New Zealand.

Australia launches $738m fund to support green tech

Announcement of investment in low emissions technologies comes amid criticism of country's record on climate change.

Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai gets married

Campaigner for girls' education shares photos of 'precious day' on social media.

Myanmar army accused of blocking aid to displaced civilians

Fortify Rights says Myanmar army may have committed war crimes in arresting aid workers and destroying food stocks.

Chinese traditional medicine growth in Africa threatens wildlife

New report says Beijing championing development of industry alongside its flagship Belt and Road Initiative.

Deadline looms for Evergrande payment amid contagion fears

Chinese property giant is grappling with $300bn in liabilities as concerns for property sector grow

As COVID-19 rages, more in Singapore go hungry

People dropping meals, buying cheapest products as pandemic leaves contract and low-paid struggling to make ends meet.

New search begins for residential school graves in Canada

Over 1,200 unmarked graves were discovered this year at former forced-assimilation institutions for Indigenous children.

Pfizer asks US to authorise COVID booster jabs for all adults

FDA advisers in September rejected Pfizer boosters for all, saying they were unconvinced healthy adults need extra dose.

Ex-Trump officials illegally campaigned while in office: Report

Trump administration showed 'willful disregard' for law barring US officials from political activity, watchdog finds.

Coinbase dips after reporting lower-than-forecast revenue

Coinbase posted revenue of $1.24bn, lower than the $1.57bn forecast by analysts.

Israeli hyperbole: The art of deception

How Israel keeps its foes and friends on the defensive.

Migrant caravan headed to US border amid Mexico tensions

The group has seen dwindling numbers amid harsh conditions and standoffs with Mexican authorities as it heads north.

China’s technology giants expect a slump in profits

With Beijing reasserting control over its once-freewheeling internet sector, technology giants are seeing slower growth.

Fire kills four newborns in Indian hospital, 36 others rescued

Inquiry ordered after blaze sweeps through newborn care unit at a government hospital in Madhya Pradesh state.

Risk of Ethiopia descending into civil war ‘only too real’: UN

African Union envoy, UN's Rosemary DiCarlo call for an immediate cessation of hostilities as crisis in Tigray widens.

Reflections on Al Jazeera as it turns 25

As the media network marks a significant milestone, The Stream fields your questions.

Taliban rule sparks hopes of peace in rural Afghanistan

Away from the cities, many believe Taliban's rule could bring a stop to fighting and hope for an end to corruption.

Deadly fire ‘decimates’ school in southern Niger

At least 13 others injured after classrooms made out of straw were engulfed in a blaze in Maradi city.

Tunisian police fire tear gas on protesters at landfill

A young protester was reportedly killed by police tear gas in Agareb town, but the interior ministry denied the claim.

Al-Burhan: ‘I will have no political role’ after power handover

Sudan’s army chief discusses the country’s ongoing political crisis.

Japan to give minors $882 in cash, vouchers to boost economy

Ruling Liberal Democratic Party and coalition partner Komeito also agree to offer cash payouts to low-income households.