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Bethlehem marks melancholic Christmas for second year in shadow of Gaza war

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 17:07
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 16:08
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?

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 15:35
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 15:34
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 14:58
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 14:46
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 14:42
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?

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 14:29
Thousands of North Korean soldiers have died or been wounded according to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy.

Is Ukraine’s largest church still pro-Russian?

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 14:06
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 14:03
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 14:02
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 13:57
Protests erupted on Maputo's streets as Mozambique's top court confirmed the ruling party's victory.

What climate records were broken in 2024?

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 13:47
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 13:35
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 13:25
Fatah has banned Al Jazeera from reporting from the Jenin governorate.

Enough with buck-passing, child abuse in the church is systemic

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 13:10
Resignations by incompetent leaders are welcome, but what we really need is true institutional responsibility.

A stolen generation: South Korean adoptees

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 13:04
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 12:44
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 12:23
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

Tue, 12/24/2024 - 12:16
Sam Konstas's inclusion against India makes him the fourth-youngest Test debutant in Australian history.

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