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Why is the US in so much debt and does it matter?

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 15:39
US debt is on track to reach more than $50 trillion dollars over the next decade.

Biden and Trump prepare for rematch in 2024 election debate

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 15:35
US presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump are taking part in their first 2024 election debate on June 27th.

‘Jai Palestine’: Why an Indian MP invoked Gaza war while taking oath

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 15:15
BJP leaders accused Asaduddin Owaisi of violating the Indian Constitution by chanting for Palestine.

Why young people are protesting finance bill in Kenya

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 14:29
Protests have gripped Kenya to demand the removal of new tax hikes. Here’s a quick look at what's caused the unrest.

Conviction: Free after 25 years of unjust imprisonment

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 14:01
After a quarter-century behind bars, Brandon Jackson is fighting back against Louisiana’s last Jim Crow law.

ICC convicts al-Qaeda-linked leader of war crimes in Mali’s Timbuktu

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 13:54
Al Hassan was convicted on charges including including torture, rape, and destroying religious buildings.

At least 20 soldiers, one civilian killed in western Niger

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 13:42
Country marks three days of national mourning after deadly ambush of security forces in rebellion-hit region.

Kenya’s Ruto says finance bill to be withdrawn after deadly protests

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 13:42
President William Ruto says he rejects a finance bill that contained a series of tax hikes after nationwide protests.

‘Long live Palestine’ says Indian MP as he’s sworn into parliament

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 13:03
This Indian parliamentarian sparked a political row as he was sworn in by ending his oath with ‘long live Palestine’.

Hezbollah’s ‘axis of resistance’ allies waiting in reserve to fight Israel

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 12:42
Analysts believe that an expanded conflict could encourage foreign fighters to support Hezbollah and fight Israel.

High risk of famine amid Israel’s war on Gaza and aid restrictions

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 12:10
At least 495,000 Palestinians are facing 'catastrophic food insecurity', UN’s hunger monitoring system says.

Biden pardons US military vets convicted under revoked homosexuality law

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 12:09
The US president seeks to right 'historic wrong,' enabling thousands to apply for pardon, recover lost pay and benefits.

Boxing: Undisputed heavyweight world champion Usyk vacates IBF belt

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 11:41
The Ukrainian loses the IBF title just weeks after becoming the undisputed heavyweight boxing champion of the world.

Rutte says NATO ‘cornerstone of collective security’ as he is named chief

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 11:40
Dutch PM says it's a 'tremendous honour' after he is appointed to lead the alliance from October.

As Norway’s largest private pension fund, we are divesting from Caterpillar

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 10:55
We cannot remain silent about companies linked to Israel’s crimes in occupied territory and its war in Gaza.

Video: Israeli military dog attacks elderly Palestinian woman in Gaza

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 10:41
Al Jazeera has obtained video showing an Israeli military dog attacking an elderly Palestinian woman inside her home.

Video: US journalist Evan Gershkovich in Russian court for start of trial

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 10:18
US journalist Evan Gershkovich appeared in a Russian court at the start of a closed trial on charges of espionage.

US journalist Gershkovich on trial in Russia over spying charges he denies

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 09:47
Journalist faces up to 20 years in jail if convicted; court sets next hearing for August 13.

BJP secures Indian parliamentary speaker role

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 09:39
Om Birla installed via a vote due to rare lack of consensus, illustrating the deep political divide following elections.

£10,200: How much worse off Britons are after 14 years of Tory rule

Around The Globe - Wed, 06/26/2024 - 09:29
Britons have lost the equivalent 15 weeks of wages based on comparisons with pre-2010 growth trend.

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