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Who is Lee Jae-myung, South Korea’s new president?

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 13:29
Lee Jae-myung is South Korea’s new president. Here’s what you need to know about the former human rights lawyer.

‘Disgusting abomination’: Why is Elon Musk slamming Trump’s budget bill?

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 13:17
Musk's criticism underscores the divide among conservatives over the bill, which could ramp up US debt.

Why ‘Kill the Boer’ still echoes: It’s not hate, it’s hunger for justice

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 12:58
The noise around Malema's 'genocidal' chant drowns out the real issue: unhealed colonial trauma and economic injustice.

Freedom Flotilla issues distress signal after drone circles overhead

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 12:37
There was confusion and panic on the Gaza Freedom Flotilla on Tuesday night after a drone was spotted circling overhead,

In Gaza, even humanitarian aid “has been politicised”

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 11:16
Colin Clarke analyses the chaos of aid distribution in Gaza and why trained professionals must lead the effort.

Who was Sana Yousaf, Pakistani TikTok star shot dead by a gunman?

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 10:57
The 17-year-old TikToker was killed in her home in Islamabad, Pakistan's capital, on Monday.

Trump says China’s Xi ‘hard to make a deal with’ amid trade dispute

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 10:55
Growing strains in US-China relations over implementation of agreement to roll back tariffs and trade restrictions.

Tweed’s youthful makeover resurrects symbol of Scottish heritage

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 10:45
Young weavers revive Harris tweed in Scotland’s Hebrides, blending tradition with modern style and global appeal.

Gaza’s “death trap” aid distribution

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 10:36
Al Jazeera’s @khalidmajzoubofficial addresses Israel's version of events on a deadly day in Gaza

Donald Trump’s 50% steel and aluminium tariffs take effect

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 09:57
Mexico says tariffs make 'no sense' as Canada seeks negotiations to remove the levies ongoing.

Iran’s Khamenei slams US nuclear proposal, vows to keep enriching uranium

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 08:36
Iranian supreme leader says issue of uranium enrichment remains key to Tehran's pursuit of energy independence.

Hajj explained: A journey through the key rites of the Muslim pilgrimage

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 08:25
About 2 million Muslims begin the once-in-a-lifetime Hajj to Mecca. Alma Milisic explains this sacred Islamic journey.

Iraq’s Jewish community saves a long-forgotten shrine

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 08:13
Baghdad’s Jewish community restores an ancient shrine of a rabbi, reviving heritage amid decades of decline.

Controlled explosion after chemicals found at school

Education - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 07:48
Learners at Denbigh High School were sent home after "historical chemicals" were found in a cupboard.

The water of Hajj: A simple illustrated guide to Zamzam

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 07:09
The wellspring in Mecca is believed to have flowed for more than 4,000 years and still nourishes pilgrims to this day.

South Korea’s Lee promises to ‘heal wounds’ in first address as president

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 06:53
President Lee Jae-myung has pledged to tackle the economy and improve relations with North Korea after his swearing-in.

Aboriginal community shaken by second death in Australian police custody

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 06:41
Kumanjayi White's death at Alice Springs supermarket raises painful memories for Warlpiri community.

'People can't leave school abuse behind - I want someone held accountable'

Education - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 06:10
Leon says his experiences deeply affected him and other pupils and led him to act violently.

'People can't leave school abuse behind - I want someone held accountable'

Education - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 06:10
Leon says his experiences deeply affected him and other pupils and led him to act violently.

Hunger and bullets: Palestinians recall Gaza aid massacre horror

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/04/2025 - 05:48
As thousands gathered on Sunday, seeking aid to feed their families, Israeli forces opened fire, killing more than 30.

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