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Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ at a crucial juncture
The bill proposes sweeping changes, including Trump's 2017 tax cuts and enacting deep cuts to social programmes.
Five key takeaways from US President Donald Trump’s Middle East trip
The president has secured massive investments deals, appeared to snub Israel and scolded US interventionists.
Can Trump end birthright citizenship? The US Supreme Court could decide
Al Jazeera’s Joseph Stepansky explains how the US Supreme Court may decide whether birthright citizenship stays or goes.
Malcolm X at 100: Ibram X Kendi looks to the future
Author Ibram X Kendi on what still needs to be learned about Malcolm X’s legacy and race in the United States.
Israel launches strikes on two Yemen ports
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu promises more strikes if the group continues to launch attacks on Israel.
Breaking down a deadly week in Gaza as Israel kills hundreds
More than 370 Palestinians have been killed by Israel this week, as the UN continues to warn of imminent mass starvation
NJ Transit workers go on strike after wage increase talks stall
The strike leaves hundreds of thousands of commuters in New Jersey and New York without rail access.
Slain Mexican TikTok influencer remembered at funeral
A funeral was held for 23-year-old Mexican influencer Valeria Marquez, who was shot dead during TikTok livestream.
Suspect in attack on author Salman Rushdie sentenced to 25 years in prison
Lawyers for New Jersey resident Hadi Matar said they planned to appeal the sentence, which was the maximum possible.
ICC prosecutor to step aside until probe into alleged misconduct ends
ICC says Karim Khan will take a leave of absence pending the conclusion of UN-led investigation.
Charter Communications to buy rival Cox for $21.9bn
The proposed merger, which would create the largest cable provider in the US, could face antitrust hurdles.
In Istanbul, Russia plays chess while the West is stuck in make-believe
The war can only end on Moscow’s terms. The West’s inability to accept this harsh reality keeps Ukraine bleeding.
Chemical spill turns Brazilian lake blue and kills fish
A chemical spill in the city of Jundiaí has turned a lake bright blue, killing fish and dyeing local wildlife.
In surprise move Wegovy-maker Novo Nordisk ousts CEO amid sagging sales
Days earlier, Novo Nordisk cut its sales and profit forecast for first time since the launch of Wegovy four years ago.
Russia, Ukraine agree prisoner swap as talks end in less than two hours
Kyiv and Moscow agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners of war each, heads of delegations say.
Istanbul talks highlight Turkiye’s balancing act between Russia and Ukraine
Since the outbreak of the war, Turkiye has weighed its support for Ukraine against maintaining its ties to Russia.
Israel kills hundreds of Palestinians as it escalates attacks in Gaza
Israel has killed at least 100 Palestinians in what’s reported to be some of the heaviest bombing since the war began.
The US can help Syria with “democratic political transition”
Lifting sanctions in Syria has rare bipartisan support in the US, according to Richard Weitz at Nato Defense College.
Trump calls on Iran to ‘move quickly’ on nuclear proposal
The US president has repeatedly threatened to unleash air strikes targeting Iran’s programme if a deal isn’t reached.
Man City vs Crystal Palace: FA Cup final – preview, team news, kickoff
Al Jazeera Sport takes a look at England's showpiece cup final as Man City look to end a terrible year on a high.