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Can Pakistan’s allies help revive its economy through investment dollars?
Pakistani PM Shehbaz Sharif visited China, Saudi Arabia and the UAE recently to seek investments. Will it work?
Hong Kong to keep stock market open during typhoons
City leader John Lee says move will strengthen competitiveness of the Asian financial hub.
North Korean soldiers cross border in DMZ, South Korea fires warning shots
South Korean military says between 20 and 30 soldiers crossed early on Tuesday but quickly retreated.
‘Cheapfakes’: White House blasts clips purporting to show Biden’s decline
Biden camp hits out at viral videos that have been seized on as evidence of US president's frailty.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 844
As the war enters its 844th day, these are the main developments.
Thailand’s complex Senate election at risk as court decision looms
The closely-controlled process to choose a new Senate is under scrutiny after some alleged it was unlawful.
US surgeon general calls for warning labels on social media platforms
Dr Vivek Murthy says social media is a contributing factor in the mental health crisis among young people.
How Team USA became the unexpected darlings of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024
How did a team of a motley crew of cricketers become world beaters in two weeks? Al Jazeera asks the team USA coach.
Gaza fighting continues despite Israeli ‘pauses’ announcement: UNRWA
UNRWA chief says 'operationally, nothing has changed yet' after Israeli army announced planned pauses to allow aid in.
US envoy meets with Israeli leaders as tensions with Hezbollah escalate
Amos Hochstein is also set to visit Lebanon amid growing fears of an all-out war between Hezbollah and Israel.
Team preview: Can Ronaldo win UEFA Euro 2024 for Portugal?
For a record sixth time, 39-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo will lead Portugal as they try to win another Euro trophy.
Slovakia’s Schranz sinks Belgium in huge Euro 2024 upset
Ivan Schranz's seventh-minute goal was enough to allow Slovakia to pull off the shock of the football tournament so far.
How extreme are global weather conditions so far this year?
Heatwaves set records, and floods and storms become more frequent.
Video: Hajj heatwave makes rituals unbearable for some
Thousands of people participating in this year’s Hajj in Saudi Arabia have suffered from heatstroke and dehydration.
At least 11 people dead after two shipwrecks in the Mediterranean Sea
UN agencies say 64 people missing after shipwrecks off the coast of southern Italy.
Israeli companies banned from world’s largest arms fair in Paris
Activists in France convinced a court to ban employees and representatives of Israeli company at an arms fair.
Jordan says at least 14 pilgrims die during Hajj amid searing heat in Mecca
Saudi Arabia authorities urge pilgrims to protect themselves from extreme heat, hydrate and use umbrellas.
Russia’s Putin to visit North Korea for the first time in 24 years
Russian president to embark on state visit on Tuesday and Wednesday, the Kremlin says.
‘Sovereign flex’: How a tribe defied a US state with a cannabis superstore
In the Appalachian Mountains, the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians have opened a dispensary, despite state backlash.
Euro 2024: Romania overpowers Ukraine, records first Euros win since 2000
Romania begins its UEFA Euro 2024 campaign on a high, defeating Ukraine 3-0 at the Allianz Arena in Munich.