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‘Violent rumble’: 4.8 magnitude earthquake rattles New York City, northeast

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 17:27
No casualties were immediately reported as rare quake shakes densely populated city of 8.3 million.

‘Silence the guns,’ says UN Chief in speech marking 6 months of war on Gaza

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 17:21
Israel has brought “relentless death and destruction” to Gaza, says UN Chief in speech marking 6 months of war.

Thousands around the world rally for Palestinians on Al-Quds Day

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 17:14
The globally observed day of solidarity is held on the last Friday of Ramadan to express support for Palestine.

Zimbabwe introduces new gold-backed currency to tackle inflation

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 16:43
Zimbabweans have 21 days to convert their old cash into new money, according to the central bank.

Norman Finkelstein on Gaza: The US could have stopped Israel on day one

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 16:11
Renowned scholar and activist Norman Finkelstein discusses Israel’s war on Gaza with Marc Lamont Hill.

Israel has brought ‘relentless death and destruction’ to Gaza: UN chief

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 16:03
Antonio Guterres says 'nothing can justify the collective punishment' in Gaza, calls for more aid access to the enclave.

Why are doctors striking in several countries?

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 14:00
Doctors are trying to make the field more accessible. Are they concerned about quality of care or their own prestige?

Is India behind targeted killings in Pakistan? What we know

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 13:40
Pakistani officials tell Al Jazeera at least eight killings could be linked to India. New Delhi rejects these charges.

Few changes after Kuwait holds first parliamentary election under new emir

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 13:20
Opposition candidates won 29 seats in 50-member assembly, closely matching outcome of last year's polls, results show.

IRGC warns Israel attacks ‘won’t go unanswered’ as Iran marks Al-Quds Day

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 13:11
Representatives of Iran's 'axis of resistance' and political and religious leaders participate in rallies amid Gaza war.

Are Jordan’s government and pro-Palestinian protesters facing off?

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 13:11
A recent resurgence in pro-Palestinian protests near the Israeli embassy has been met with arrests, but continues.

UN rights body demands Israel be held accountable for possible ‘war crimes’

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 12:57
UN Human Rights Council also backs call to halt all arms sales to Israel, highlighting warnings of 'genocide' in Gaza.

Israeli military sacks two officers over strikes on WCK aid convoy

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 12:54
Israeli military says its officers believed they were targeting Hamas fighters when they killed charity workers.

Will Jacob Zuma and his MK party cause an upset in South Africa’s election?

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 12:32
Backed by the controversial ex-president, uMkhonto weSizwe is challenging the ruling ANC in Zuma's home province.

Israeli forces kill Palestinian collecting aid

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 11:48
Exclusive video obtained by Al Jazeera shows Israeli forces opening fire and killing a Palestinian man.

Bangladesh opens mosque for transgender hijra community

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 11:42
The South Asian nation has, since 2013, officially allowed members of the hijra community to identify as a third gender.

Israel to ‘temporarily’ reopen north Gaza crossing for aid after Biden call

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 10:48
The White House has said it could change its approach on Israel if aid is not increased, but hasn't said exactly how.

What is Al-Quds Day?

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 10:29
Iran's Supreme Leader, Ruholla Khomeini, started Quds Day 45 years ago to show solidarity with Palestinian resistance.

Hong Kong’s first monkey virus case – what do we know about the B virus?

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 10:08
Transmission to humans is rare but with no vaccine, government has advised people to stay away from wild monkeys.

Russia downs dozens of drones as Kremlin warns NATO over Ukraine

Fri, 04/05/2024 - 09:30
Russia says relations with NATO have slipped to the level of 'direct confrontation' over the war in Ukraine.

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