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Israel’s war on Gaza: List of key events, day 122

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 09:43
The US Senate has proposed military funding to Israel as Gaza reels from the non-stop bombardment.

‘World coolest dictator’ Nayib Bukele declares election win in El Salvador

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 09:20
The president who calls himself the ‘world’s coolest dictator’ says he just scored the largest election win in history.

Deadly Israeli strikes on Gaza ‘safe zone’ flatten mosque and homes

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 09:19
Israeli air attacks on a mosque and homes deemed ‘safe’ in Deir el-Balah have killed dozens of people sheltering there.

South Korea court acquits Samsung chief Lee Jae-yong of financial crimes

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 09:11
The case is the latest episode in a scandal centred that has rocked the country.

New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium to host 2026 FIFA World Cup final on July 19

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 08:49
The 104-match tournament will open in Mexico on June 11 and will move entirely to the US from the quarterfinal round.

Police and protesters clash after Senegal election postponed

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 08:29
Clashes erupted as lawmakers prepared to formalise the presidential delay of the February 25 vote.

‘We’re being starved’: Dispatch from Gaza City as Israeli assault continues

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 08:26
'I don't write to engender sorrow, had sorrow moved people, we wouldn’t be where we are now,' writes Mohammed Mhawish.

Forest fires rage on in central Chile

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 07:52
Officials have extended curfews as they report at least 112 people killed.

Government responds to Ofsted criticism in RE row

Education - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 07:21
Ofsted says the job of schools is made harder by "the lack of clarity and support from government".

Headteacher to climb mountain for school heating

Education - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 07:12
Two members of staff are set to climb Kilimanjaro to raise money for a new school heating system.

Women sweep the Grammys; Taylor Swift wins best album for record 4th time

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 06:26
Billie Eilish, Miley Cyrus and Victoria Monet also took home top prizes at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles.

Analysis: India’s 2024 interim budget shows a changing economy

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 06:21
Move from agriculture to manufacturing, an increase in demand for Food for Work programme show changes in economy.

Pakistan elections 2024: By the numbers

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 06:03
As 128 million voters prepare for the February 8 elections, Al Jazeera decodes the key numbers shaping Pakistan.

US rapper Killer Mike taken away by police at Grammy Awards

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 05:44
Police spokesperson says hip hop artist was arrested following an altercation at the awards show.

Australian writer Yang Hengjun sentenced to death on China spy charges

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 04:45
Yang has been detained for five years on charges of espionage that he and Australia have rejected.

Chile’s wildfires kill at least 112, as Boric warns death toll to rise

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 04:02
President Gabriel Boric says his country is facing a 'tragedy of very great magnitude'.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 712

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 02:42
As the war enters its 712th day, these are the main developments.

US Senate unveils $118bn deal on border, aid for Israel and Ukraine

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 02:27
President Joe Biden urges Congress to swiftly pass bill after months of wrangling over immigration and support for Kyiv.

‘Reputational damage’: Singapore’s ruling party grapples with scandal

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 02:01
The People's Action Party, which has long traded on its squeaky-clean image, seeks to reassure voters as election looms.

‘Nothing left’: Indonesia’s tourism industry fears wipeout under tax hike

Around The Globe - Mon, 02/05/2024 - 00:16
Plans to introduce 40-75 percent tax rate for entertainment services prompt fierce backlash from businesses.

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