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Bethlehem marks melancholic Christmas for second year in shadow of Gaza war
The excitement and cheer that typically descends on town in the occupied West Bank on Christmas are nowhere to be found.
Famine spreading in war-torn Sudan, UN-backed report says
IPC report outlines famine in five areas, including in Sudan's largest displacement camp, Zamzam, in North Darfur.
Why is Blake Lively making claims of a smear campaign against her?
The It Ends With Us star is accusing co-star Justin Baldoni of 'sexual harassment'.
A fight for holiday equality: How Black Santas shaped US civil rights
In 1969, Otis Moss Jr led a push to ensure diversity among Santa Clauses. But the fight, he says, continues to this day.
ICC Champions Trophy: India to play matches in Dubai, not Pakistan
The ICC revised schedule for the tournament has India playing group matches, semifinal 1 and final, if required, in UAE.
Syria says ex-rebel groups agree to integrate under Defence Ministry
De facto Syrian leader Ahmed al-Sharaa says factions agreed to disband following a meeting with the heads of the groups.
FAA lifts groundstop of American Airlines flights after technical issue
Brief halt to flights in US had threatened the travel plans of millions of people during busy holiday period.
Have North Korean fighters died in the Russia-Ukraine war?
Thousands of North Korean soldiers have died or been wounded according to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.
Is Ukraine’s largest church still pro-Russian?
Ukraine is preparing to celebrate Christmas on December 25 for a second year but divisions persist.
Video: Protests follow the burning of a Christmas tree in Syrian town
Christians protested in Damascus to demand protection for minorities after a Christmas tree was seen burning in a town.
UN condemns Israeli attacks on Gaza’s humanitarian systems
Israeli forces planted explosives outside Gaza’s Kamal Adwan and the UN condemned Israel’s repeated attacks on hospitals
Protests as controversial election result upheld in Mozambique
Protests erupted on Maputo's streets as Mozambique's top court confirmed the ruling party's victory.
What climate records were broken in 2024?
As global temperatures continue to climb, AJLabs visualizes the records broken this year of climate extremes.
Five convicted over Amsterdam clashes with Israeli football fans
Men found guilty of crimes including kicking fans of Maccabi Tel Aviv and inciting violence in chat groups.
Al Jazeera condemns Fatah campaign against it in West Bank
Fatah has banned Al Jazeera from reporting from the Jenin governorate.
Enough with buck-passing, child abuse in the church is systemic
Resignations by incompetent leaders are welcome, but what we really need is true institutional responsibility.
A stolen generation: South Korean adoptees
Today on The Stream: We explore the consequences for the Korean adoptee diaspora following the 1953 Korean War.
Israeli forces raid occupied West Bank as clashes continue in Jenin
One killed, 18 others detained amid ongoing violent Israeli incursions into the occupied Palestinian territories.
Baking hope in Gaza: Making Christmas cookies in a displacement tent
A baker tries to bring a little joy into a displacement camp as everyone prays for an end to Israel's brutal war.
Australia’s Konstas, 19, to make debut in fourth Test against India
Sam Konstas's inclusion against India makes him the fourth-youngest Test debutant in Australian history.