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Will the Antisemitism Awareness Act repress free speech in the US?

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 17:10
We discuss how broadening the definition of anti-Semitism could impact activists and Jewish communities.

Russian strikes kill two in Ukraine’s Kharkiv as Moscow steps up attacks

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 16:53
The latest bombings come as Russian President Putin says aim of Kharkiv offensive is to create a buffer zone.

Israeli far right sees victory as ‘ultimate annihilation of the Gaza Strip’

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 15:52
Marc Lamont Hill talks to journalist Orly Noy about the extreme elements in Israel’s leadership.

Preview: English Premier League final weekend; Manchester City, Arsenal

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 15:48
The Premier League title goes down to the final day for the first time since 2019/2020 season.

Most Britons back immediate ceasefire in Gaza, Israeli arms embargo: Poll

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 15:33
Right and left-wing voters want to see an end to Israel's war on Gaza and many back a pause on arms sales.

France blames Azerbaijan for New Caledonia violence: Unpacking their spat

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 15:11
Azerbaijan previously condemned French colonialism in overseas territories. France backed Armenia on Nagorno-Karabakh.

The Alabama town living and dying in the shadow of chemical plants

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 15:10
A community has watched generations of residents suffer from debilitating diseases. Could chemical exposure be to blame?

Lawyers defiant as Tunisian government cracks down on all voices

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 15:03
Supporters denounce arrests of lawyers, journalists as 'wave of repression' shows no sign of slowing down.

Slovakia’s PM Fico undergoes new operation amid hopes for his recovery

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 15:01
Robert Fico remains in serious condition, officials say, after being shot in attack that sent shockwaves across Europe.

Brazil picked to host 2027 Women’s World Cup at FIFA Congress

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 14:42
Brazil beat a joint bid by Belgium, Netherlands and Germany to become first South American nation to host the event.

How deepfakes can jeopardise the integrity of elections

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 14:38
As technologies such as AI and deepfakes develop, will the integrity of elections be undermined?

Algerian man missing for 26 years found captive in neighbour’s cellar

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 14:35
An Algerian man has been found captive in his neighbour’s cellar 26 years after he went missing.

‘Hell on Earth’ as violence escalates in Sudan’s el-Fasher

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 14:29
UN says it has received only 12 percent of funds sought for war-wracked Sudan as 'famine is closing in'.

Top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler detained by police at PGA Championship

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 14:17
The world number one was handcuffed by police near to the PGA venue for not following orders after a traffic death.

I’m a professor who got fired and arrested for protesting Israel’s Gaza war

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 14:02
This American professor was fired and arrested for protesting against Israel’s war on Gaza

Ronaldo tops Forbes’ list of highest-paid athletes again, Rahm second

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 13:33
Former Manchester United and Real Madrid forward Cristiano Ronaldo is named highest-paid athlete for a fourth time.

Israel tells UN court it has right to press on with assault in Gaza’s Rafah

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 13:12
Rejecting South Africa's accusations of genocide, Israel claims case makes 'a mockery of the heinous charge'.

Assassination attempt opens Slovakia’s wounds, some linked to PM Fico

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 12:46
A top minister warns the country is 'on the edge of a civil war' as political polarisation reaches dangerous heights.

Preview: Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk – heavyweight boxing fight

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 12:35
The contest will decide the first undisputed heavyweight champ in nearly 25 years, with both fighters unbeaten as pros.

‘Liars!’, Israeli official heckled at ICJ genocide hearing

Fri, 05/17/2024 - 12:09
An Israeli official was interrupted by a heckler as she spoke at the International Court of Justice.

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