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Modi govt allowed Adani coal deals it knew were ‘Inappropriate’
The Modi govt brought in laws that helped the Adani Group keep its 'coal-scam era' deals. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/3/1/modi-govt-allowed-adani-coal-deals-it-kne…
Myanmar military gets new aviation fuel supplies despite abuses
New report from Amnesty Intl, Global Witness and Burma Campaign UK reveals new shipments of fuel despite air raids. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/1/myanmar-military-gets-new-…
Rupert Murdoch says Fox TV hosts ‘endorsed’ false election claims
Murdoch's testimony has been unsealed as part of a defamation lawsuit brought by a US-based voting machine company. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/1/rupert-murdoch-says-fo…
Dozens of forest fires scorch Cuba, threatening brittle economy
An estimated 80 wildfires have struck the country since January, with blazes approaching the populous Santiago de Cuba. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/3/1/dozens-of-forest-fires…
Mexico’s president hits out at implicit criticism from US
'There's currently more democracy in Mexico than in the United States,' Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador says. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/28/mexicos-president-hits-…
Hong Kong scraps COVID-19 mask mandate after almost 1,000 days
Chinese territory hopes the relaxation of its last coronavirus measures will lure back visitors and boost business. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/28/hong-kong-scraps-mask-man…
Why money will not be enough to address Japan’s baby crisis
Japanese women are having children later in life and worry motherhood will end their careers in a patriarchal society. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/28/why-money-will-not-be-…
Mexican soldiers kill five in border town, sparking protests
A report indicates members of the Mexican army opened fire on a pick-up truck in city of Nuevo Laredo, near US border. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/27/mexican-soldiers-kill-…
How to bring peace to western Sudan?
Hundreds of thousands have been killed and millions displaced since the conflict in Darfur began 20 years ago. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2023/2/27/how-to-bring-peace-to-western-sudan
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 369
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 369th day, we take a look at the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/27/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-369
Everything Everywhere takes home nearly everything at SAG awards
Near clean sweep sets the stage for Oscars success on March 12 for the absurdist dimension-hopping film. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/27/everything-everywhere-takes-home-nea…
Musk says media racist to whites, Asians amid ‘Dilbert’ backlash
Billionaire's claim comes amid backlash against “Dilbert” creator Scott Adams over comments about Black people. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/27/musk-says-media-racist…
How India allowed RP-Sanjiv Goenka firms to beat coal auctions
Modi gov't ignored CAG warnings and allowed RPSG Group's shell companies to undercut competition in coal auctions. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/27/how-india-allow…
US energy dept says COVID probably came from a lab leak
Investigations into the origins of the virus have been hampered by politics and a lack of access and transparency. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/27/us-energy-dept-says-covid-…
Nigeria’s electoral commission announces some early results
Chairman of Nigeria's electoral commission says the release of vote tallies will resume on Monday morning. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/26/nigeria-awaits-results-after-t…
League Cup final preview: Manchester United vs Newcastle
Man Utd aim to end their six-year trophy drought while Newcastle look for first major trophy since 1969. source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2023/2/26/manchester-united-take-on-newcastl…
Sweden’s Armand Duplantis sets new pole vault world record
Olympic champion sets a new pole vault world record of 6.22 metres at an indoor meeting in France. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/26/swedens-armand-duplantis-sets-new-pole-vau…
Macron to visit China, seek Xi’s help to end Russia-Ukraine war
French president's announcement comes after China published a 12-point position paper calling for a truce in Ukraine. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/26/macron-to-visit-chi…
French documentary ‘On the Adamant’ wins top Berlin film prize
'On the Adamant', a film about a floating daycare centre for adults with a mental illness, clinches Golden Bear prize. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/26/french-documen…
Jordan to host Israel-Palestine talks as violence escalates
Jordan says the talks in Aqaba is part of an effort to halt 'a security breakdown that could fuel more violence'. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/26/jordan-to-host-isra…
Nigeria’s presidential, parliamentary vote marked by long delays
Election officials cited technical problems and the absence of voter registers as causes of the delays. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/25/nigerias-presidential-parliamentary-v…
Thousands rally in Berlin, Paris to call for peace in Ukraine
Thousands in Berlin take part in a protest against the delivery of weapons to Ukraine. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/25/thousands-rally-in-berlin-paris-to-call-for-peace-in-u…
Peru recalls ambassador to Mexico amid row over ousted leader
Mexico's president says Peru's former leader was illegally removed, prompting rebuke from Peru President Dina Boluarte. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/25/peru-withdraw…
Voters, observers hopeful as Nigeria presidential election begins
Eighteen candidates are jostling to succeed Muhammadu Buhari as president but only four are frontrunners in the race. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/25/voters-observers-hopefu…
The Ukraine war a year on: Who’s paying the price?
One year since Russia's invasion of Ukraine began, the West is still rolling out sanctions against Moscow. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/counting-the-cost/2023/2/25/ukraine-w…
Biden orders door-to-door visits after toxic US train derailment
Republicans and Democrats have traded barbs over the rail derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, which led to evacuations. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/25/biden-orders-door-to-…
El Salvador moves 2,000 alleged gang members to new ‘mega prison’
The Salvadoran government has been accused of widespread abuses as it waives civil liberties to combat gang activity. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/25/el-salvador-moves-2000-…
Why is the Alex Murdaugh trial captivating US audiences?
The 54-year-old South Carolina attorney has been accused of murdering his wife and son at their rural hunting lodge. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/24/why-is-the-alex-murdaugh…
Obi supporters in home state have high hopes for Nigeria election
Peter Obi is being projected by multiple polls to win the race to replace outgoing President Muhammadu Buhari. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/24/obi-supporters-in-home-state-h…
Indonesia’s palm oil tycoon Darmadi gets 15 years for corruption
Surya Darmadi ordered to repay the state equivalent of $2.6bn over corruption scheme that cleared protected forests. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/24/indonesias-palm-oil-t…
A year into Ukraine war, Asia’s big brands sit out Russia boycott
Fewer than 100 Asia-based firms have suspended or scaled back their Russia operations, according to database. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/24/asian-brands-sit-out-russia-…
Republican Party sets first presidential debate in US swing state
The debate, to be held in Wisconsin, is expected to feature Republican candidates like Donald Trump and Nikki Haley. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/24/republican-party-sets-fi…
UN condemns Russia over Ukraine war, calls for withdrawal
Some 141 members of the UN General Assembly back resolution, a year after Russia invaded its neighbour. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/24/un-condemns-russia-over-ukraine-war-c…
Mexico’s president defends controversial electoral reform bill
Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador says he expects court challenges against measure to cut the budget of the electoral agency. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/23/mexicos-president-con…
Alec Baldwin pleads not guilty to manslaughter charges
The US actor faces charges of involuntary manslaughter after fatally shooting a cinematographer on a film set in 2021. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/23/alec-baldwin-pleads-no…
China says sending weapons to Ukraine will not bring peace
Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy vows to keep up the fight ahead of war's anniversary as allies pledge more military aid. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/23/year-into-ukra…
Biden and Trump spar over East Palestine train disaster in US
Labour groups have said cost-cutting measures by railroad companies occurred under both Democrats and Republicans. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/23/biden-and-trump-spar-over-…
US Air Force releases new image of suspected Chinese spy balloon
The photograph was taken from cockpit of a U-2 spy plane as it flew above alleged surveillance balloon on February 3. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/22/us-air-force-releases-n…
Wagner chief: Mercenaries slaughtered because of ‘shell hunger’
Yevgeny Prigozhin has repeatedly accused Russia's military brass of deliberately starving his fighters of munitions. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/22/wagner-chief-mercena…
Will Russia’s suspension of nuclear treaty trigger an arms race?
Russia withdraws its participation from the last remaining nuclear treaty with the US. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2023/2/22/will-russias-suspension-of-nuclear-tre…
Canada debates how to address asylum seekers entering from US
Government of Quebec says that it does not have the capacity to provide resources for rising number of asylum seekers. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/22/rising-number-of-asylu…
Tunisia police arrest prominent figures as crackdown continues
The arrests come amid a continuing crackdown on critics of President Kais Saied. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/22/tunisian-police-arrest-prominent-dissident-as-crackdown-cont…
Nuclear war no closer despite treaty move, Russian official says
Despite the decision to suspend participation, Russia says it will still abide by the New START arms reduction treaty. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/22/russian-official-says-…
Biden administration issues proposal to restrict asylum seekers
The new rule would make asylum seekers ineligible for US protection if they 'circumvent' legal pathways. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/22/biden-administration-issues-…
US judge says 9/11 families not entitled to Afghan bank funds
District judge says victims cannot seize bank assets since US has not recognised the Taliban as a legitimate government. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/22/us-judge-says-9-11-v…
Mosquito-borne diseases become climate reality in warming Pacific
Disease surveillance by the WHO shows mosquito-borne diseases such as malaria and dengue fever are rising sharply. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/22/rise-in-mosquito-borne-dis…
Daughter of Malcolm X to sue agencies for alleged role in slaying
Ilyasah Shabazz says that she plans to sue the NYPD and the FBI, among others, for $100m in a wrongful death lawsuit. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/21/daughter-of-malcolm-x-t…
Biden rallies behind Kyiv as Putin freezes nuclear deal with US
US leader repeats his support for Ukriane as Russian president says Moscow is suspending the New START treaty. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/21/biden-rallies-behind-kyiv-as-p…
Turkey-Syria border region hit by new quakes
The largest magnitude 6.3 earthquake rocked Turkey's southern province of Hatay and northern Syria, killing three. source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/2/21/photos-new-quake-hi…
India invokes emergency law to force coal plants to boost output
Directive calling on coal plants to run at full capacity comes ahead of expected surge in power usage this summer. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/21/india-invokes-emergency…
Suspected rebels kill 8 police officers ahead of Nigeria election
Police blamed the Indigenous People of Biafra, which seeks the independence of southeast Nigeria. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/21/suspected-rebels-kill-8-police-officers-ahe…
China ‘deeply concerned’ about ‘intensifying’ Ukraine war
Qin Gang stresses the need for dialogue as China's top diplomat heads to Moscow. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/21/china-deeply-concerned-over-ukraine-conflict
PNG police launch rescue operation for researchers held hostage
Australian professor and three Papua New Guinea researchers were snatched at gunpoint early on Sunday. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/21/png-police-launch-rescue-operation-for…
UN Security Council voices ‘dismay’ over Israeli settlements
Watered-down statement replaces draft resolution that would have explicitly condemned Israel's settlement activities. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/20/un-security-council…
African Union says Israel’s observer status suspended
AU Commission chief confirms Israel was not invited to the weekend summit where Israeli ambassador was removed. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/20/african-union-says-israels-ob…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 362
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 362nd day, we take a look at the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/20/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-362
Taiwan’s KMT hopes for elections boost after China trip
Opposition party that once dominated the self-ruled island aims to show it can work better with Beijing than ruling DPP. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/20/taiwans-kmt-hopes-fo…
South Korea imposes sanctions over North Korea’s missile tests
Seoul unveils sanctions against four individuals and five entities following latest missile launches. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/20/south-korea-sanctions-north-koreans-…
North Korea fires more missiles amid ‘firing range’ warning
Banned launches come as Kim Yo Jong warns against any increased presence of the US on the Korean peninsula. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/20/north-korea-fires-two-ballistic-m…
Iran denies enriching uranium to 84 percent purity amid IAEA row
The IAEA says it is talking to Iran over enrichment, as Tehran says the agency is being used as a 'political tool'. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/20/iran-denies-enric…
How US abortion organisers are learning from Honduran activists
As clandestine networks form to support women, they look to Central America for a road map - and a warning. source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2023/2/19/how-us-abortion-organisers-ar…
Israeli diplomat removed from African Union summit
A bloc official says the envoy was removed because she was not duly accredited to attend the event in Ethiopia. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/19/israeli-diplomat-walked-out-a…
N Korea confirms ICBM test, touts nuclear counterattack ability
Pyongyang says its latest ICBM test was meant to bolster its 'fatal nuclear counterattack' capabilities. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/19/n-korea-confirms-icbm-test-t…
Several killed in Israeli raids on Syria’s Damascus: Report
Syrian media say Israel fired missiles on Damascus's Kafr Sousa neighbourhood, killing five and wounding 15. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/19/israeli-raids-kill-five-in-s…
Blinken meets China’s Wang Yi, warns against helping Russia
US, Chinese top diplomats hold 'direct, candid' talks in first meeting since spat over suspected spying balloon. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/19/blinken-meets-chinas…
Year of war in Ukraine left developing nations picking up pieces
Some of the harshest economic effects of the war are being felt much farther afield than Russia’s theatre of battle. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/19/a-year-of-war-in-ukra…
Brazil celebrates its return to full-scale Carnival festivities
Brazil's world-famous celebration resumes in full force after years of delays and cancellations brought on by COVID-19. source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/2/18/brazil-celebra…
Qatar-based bid for Manchester United confirmed on deadline day
The deal to buy Manchester United football club is expected to shatter records for the sale of a sport business. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/18/qatar-based-bid-for-manchest…
Suspect charged with hate crimes in shooting of Jewish men in LA
US federal prosecutors announced charges against Jaime Tran, 28, for allegedly firing on two Jewish men in California. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/18/suspect-charged-with-h…
Q&A: UN rep on opium surge in Southeast Asia’s ‘Golden Triangle’
The revival of opium production in the Golden Triangle comes on top of a booming synthetic drug industry. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/18/qa-un-rep-on-opium-boom-in-golden-t…
US criticism of Israeli settlements is ‘meaningless’: Analysts
Washington says it is 'deeply troubled' by settlement expansion but rejects UN efforts to denounce Israeli policies. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/17/us-criticism-of-…
Crypto exchange Binance pulls back on some US investments
Binance is considering ending business relationships with banks and services firms amid heightened scrutiny. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/17/crypto-exchange-binance-pulls…
Suspect in Half Moon Bay mass shooting pleads not guilty
The 66-year-old former farmworker is accused of killing seven people in back-to-back shootings in California last month. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/17/suspected-attacker-i…
Family of actor Bruce Willis announces ‘painful’ new diagnosis
Willis, famous for films like Die Hard, retired from acting in 2022 after suffering from the language disorder aphasia. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/17/family-of-actor-bruce…
Canada to send warships to Haiti amid ongoing violence
Violence from powerful criminal organisations has racked the island since the assassination of President Jovenel Moise. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/17/canada-to-send-warshi…
Tesla fired employees for union efforts, workers’ group says
Tesla Workers United said employees were fired in 'retaliation for union activity' and to 'discourage' it. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/16/tesla-fired-emp…
UN launches $1bn appeal for earthquake aid operations in Turkey
After launching a $400m appeal for Syrians, the UN has now appealed for funds for the Turkish relief operation. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/16/un-launches-appeal-for-1-bill…
Biden says flying objects likely tied to private sector, research
US president says objects shot down over North America do not appear to be linked to alleged Chinese 'spy' balloon. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/16/biden-says-flying…
Newly released footage shows wreckage of the ‘unsinkable’ Titanic
Timed to the 25th anniversary of the film Titanic, the release offers a look at one of the earliest dives to the wreck. source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/2/16/newly-released-foo…
US Republicans subpoena Big Tech CEOs over censorship claims
House Judiciary Committee writes to top Silicon Valley executives amid claims conservative speech is being suppressed. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/16/us-republicans-subp…
Cambodia placed on watchlist of ‘repressive’ states: CIVICUS
Cambodia's longtime ruler Hun Sen has 'overseen a systematic assault on fundamental freedoms', report states. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/16/cambodia-earns-plac…
US and Iran in indirect talks on prisoner swap deal: Report
Qatar and UK are acting as intermediaries to secure agreement to release Americans jailed in Iran, NBC News reports. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/15/us-and-iran-in-indirect-…
US could face debt-cap crisis this summer without deal, CBO warns
The non-partisan Congressional Budget Office cautioned a historic federal debt default could occur before July. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/15/us-could-face-debt-cap-cri…
Northwestern Syria suffers economic stagnation after quakes
With a lag in the transport of basic, commercial goods through border crossings, NW Syria faces a spike in food prices. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/15/northwestern-syrias-s…
Why hasn’t Iraq adopted any laws against domestic violence?
Murder of 22-year-old Tiba al-Ali has renewed calls for laws addressing gender-based violence. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/the-stream/2023/2/15/why-hasnt-iraq-adopted-any-laws-…
US man pleads guilty to Tasering officer during January 6 attack
Daniel Rodriguez will be sentenced in May for his role in the attack that left officer Michael Fanone severely injured. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/15/us-man-pleads-guilty-…
Veteran US Senator Dianne Feinstein will not seek reelection
California's Feinstein, 89, says she intends to finish her term as several Democrats eye her open seat in 2024. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/14/veteran-us-senator-dianne…
Argentinians drown in spiralling inflation at nearly 100%
The South American country, which has battled soaring prices for years, saw its annual inflation hit 98.8 percent. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/14/argentinians-drown-in-s…
Russia prepares ‘air fight’ as Ukraine ground war grinds on
NATO officials push for quick procurement of air defences for Ukraine as Russia eyes the skies for battlefield edge. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/14/russia-prepares-air-figh…
Japan names university academic as next central bank governor
Economics professor Kazuo Ueda's nomination comes after outgoing governor's deputy reportedly turned down the role. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/14/japan-names-un…
India’s Adani tries to pacify investors as watchdog probes report
Adani Group's seven listed stocks have together lost about $120bn in market value since US short-seller raised concerns. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/13/indias-adani-…
Can US intervention stop the violence in the occupied West Bank?
Israel plans to step up its military raids on Palestinians across the occupied West Bank. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2023/2/13/can-us-intervention-stop-the-viole…
‘Only bones left’: Turkey families look for remains as hopes fade
Anger is mounting as rescuers say they could have saved many more people with better help from the government. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/13/370
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 355
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 355th day, we take a look at the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/13/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-355
Auckland hunkers down as Cyclone Gabrielle nears
Flights suspended and schools closed as New Zealand's biggest city braces for second major storm in as many weeks. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/13/auckland-hunkers-down-…
Rihanna takes US Super Bowl by storm, reveals second pregnancy
Superstar's first live event in seven years featured all her greatest hits. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/13/rihanna-delivers-sparkling-performance-at-super-bowl-in-us
Aid needs are immense as Turkey-Syria death toll crosses 29,000
UN relief chief Martin Griffiths said he expected the death toll to at least double. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/12/turkey-syria-quake-deaths-pass-28000-un-expects-toll-to-…
Tunisian police detain prominent politicians, businessman
Eltaief, once a confidant of former President Ben Ali, and two key political activists were detained. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/12/tunisian-police-detain-prominent-politi…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 354
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 354th day, we take a look at the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/12/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-354
Jair Bolsonaro mulls return to Brazil ‘in coming weeks’
Ex-Brazilian president says he plans to return home soon after having spent more than a month in the US. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/12/jair-bolsonaro-mulls-return-to-brazi…
Real Madrid beats Al-Hilal to win 5th Club World Cup
Vinicius Junior scores twice, helps Karim Benzema to lead Real Madrid to its record-extending fifth Club World Cup tilt source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/12/real-madrid-beats-al-…
US fighter jet shoots down unidentified object over Canada
Shootdown is second such action in as many days and comes amid tensions over a suspected Chinese spying balloon, source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/12/us-fighter-jet-shoots-down-u…
Turkey and Syria rescuers persist as death toll passes 25,000
Rescue operations impeded by insecurity in some areas as police in Turkey arrest dozens for looting. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/11/rescue-efforts-underway-more-than-100-ho…
Five million may be homeless in Syria after quake: UN
UN official in Syria says the 'crisis within a crisis' is also making the delivery of aid more difficult. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/11/five-million-may-be-homeles…
Amin Salam: ‘Difficult to prove’ Lebanon is not a failed state
The Lebanese economy minister discusses the country's financial meltdown. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/talk-to-al-jazeera/2023/2/11/amin-salam-difficult-to-prove-lebanon-is-…
US blacklists six Chinese entities over spy balloon programme
The blacklisting will make it difficult for the companies and one research institute to obtain US technology exports. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/11/us-blacklists-six-chine…
Wagner mercenaries chief admits Russia facing Bakhmut resistance
Yevgeny Prigozhin has admitted Russian troops are engaged in a fierce fight to take the Ukrainian city of Bakhmut. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/11/wagner-mercenaries-boss-ad…
Iranian-French academic Fariba Adelkhah released from Iran prison
Fariba Adelkhah has been released from notorious Evin prison but it is unknown under what conditions she was freed. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/11/iranian-french-academic-a…
Spain offers citizenship to freed Nicaraguan political prisoners
The announcement comes after Nicaragua's legislature moved to strip the released prisoners of their citizenship. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/11/spain-offers-citizenship…
Russia attacks Ukrainian power grid and gains ground in the east
Ukrainian energy minister says Russia attacks power facilities in six regions with missiles and drones. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/10/russia-attacks-ukrainian-power-grid-a…
Hollywood needs diversity behind the camera as well
Without representation behind the screen, diversity on it won't move beyond symbolism, as 2023's Oscar nominees show. source https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2023/2/10/hollywood-n…
MSCI to cut weighting of four Adani firms after Hindenburg report
US-based stock index complier's cut includes Adani Enterprises, the flagship firm led by India billionaire Gautam Adani. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/10/msci-to-cut-weig…
SpaceX fires up giant Starship rocket engines in key test
The test of the Starship's engines may have set a record for the most thrust ever produced by a single space rocket. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/10/spacex-test-fires-gi…
‘Secrecy the priority’: Guantanamo battling COVID outbreak
Lawyers say the 'massive' outbreak puts already unwell detainees at further risk in camp where medical care is poor. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/10/secrecy-the-prio…
Alec Baldwin sued by relatives of slain ‘Rust’ cinematographer
Ukrainian relatives of Halyna Hutchins seek damages from Baldwin, who killed Hutchins when a gun discharged on set. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/10/alec-baldwin-sued-by-rela…
Biden promises to defend social programmes in Florida speech
US president has accused Republican Party members of threatening to cut programmes like Medicare and Social Security. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/9/biden-promises-to-defend…
Death toll climbs above 20,000 after Turkey-Syria earthquake
Human rights groups criticised the timing, content of UN aid delivered to northwest Syria three days after the quakes. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/9/death-toll-climbs-above…
North Korea shows off possible new ICBM at huge military parade
The parade in Pyongyang appeared to feature a new, solid-fuel intercontinental ballistic missile, analysts said. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/9/north-korea-shows-off-possibl…
How Behrouz Boochani is changing the narrative on refugees
Kurdish-Iranian writer and author spent six years in detention on Manus Island after trying to get to Australia by boat. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/9/how-behrouz-boochani-…
Balloon ‘panic’ intensifies push against China in Washington
Biden administration faces growing calls from US Congress for tough policies against China after 'spy' balloon incident. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/9/balloon-panic…
Suspect in Texas anti-immigrant shooting changes plea to guilty
Patrick Crusius faces hate crime charges for a mass shooting in the US city of El Paso in 2019 that killed 23 people. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/8/suspect-in-texas-anti-im…
Syrians denounce failed aid response after devastating quake
Syrian activists decry the lack of international assistance to quake victims in its hard-hit northwest region. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/8/no-aid-received-for-quake-victi…
Five key takeaways from Joe Biden’s 2023 State of the Union
Biden addressed his legislative agenda for the coming year, including economic goals, China relations and police reform. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/8/5-key-takeaways-from-…
Philippine President Marcos Jr visits Japan as security in focus
Philippine president and Japanese PM Fumio Kishida are expected to sign an agreement allowing for closer security ties. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/8/philippine-president-m…
Indonesian video-on-demand films take world by storm
A series of Netflix Originals is helping cinema from Southeast Asia’s largest nation win global appreciation. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/8/indonesian-video-on-demand-films…
How is TikTok changing the way we talk about mental health?
Health professionals concerned over misinformation in online mental health content. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/the-stream/2023/2/8/how-is-tiktok-changing-the-way-we-talk-about…
Microsoft takes on Google Search with AI
Microsoft is staking its future on AI through billions of dollars of investment as it directly challenges Google. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/7/microsoft-takes-on-google-in-search-with-ai
Residents struggle to flee quake-hit Turkish city of Gaziantep
People who are stuck in the province take refuge in shopping malls, stadiums, mosques and community centres. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/7/attempts-flee-from-quake-hit-turk…
Death toll rises above 4,000 after Turkey, Syria earthquakes
Freezing weather conditions and snowfall in the devastated region have increased the difficulties for rescue workers. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/7/death-toll-rises-above-4…
North Korea promises ‘expanded, intensified’ military drills
Military top brass meets as armed forces continue preparations for parade expected as early as Wednesday. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/7/north-korea-promises-expanded-intens…
2022 was record year for North Korean crypto theft
United Nations report seen by Reuters says hackers have adopted increasingly sophisticated techniques. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/7/2022-was-record-year-for-north-korean-c…
US neo-Nazi charged in plot to attack Baltimore power stations
Federal Bureau of Investigation says alleged plan to disrupt power stations in US city was racially motivated. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/6/us-neo-nazi-charged-in-plot-to-…
Timeline: World’s deadliest earthquakes since 2000
From Haiti to Turkey, quakes have wreaked havoc. Here is a list of the deadliest tremors since 2000. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/6/the-worlds-deadliest-earthquakes-since-20…
One peacekeeper killed in DRC after UN chopper comes under fire
Sunday's incident comes a day after leaders of the East African Community held a summit on the DRC crisis, in Burundi. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/6/one-peacekeeper-kil…
Hundreds dead after strong earthquake strikes Turkey and Syria
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit southern Turkey and northwest Syria, killing hundreds of people as buildings collapsed. source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/2/6/photos-hundreds-dead…
Beyonce breaks Grammy record as Harry Styles takes best album
The Recording Academy, which organises the Grammy's, has been trying to diversify its membership amid criticism. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/6/beyonce-breaks-grammy-rec…
Ukraine to replace Reznikov amid corruption scandal: Legislator
Oleksii Reznikov's removal would be the highest-profile change since a corruption scandal at his ministry last month. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/6/ukraine-to-replace-d…
Landmark trial of Hong Kong 47 begins amid tight security
The group of pro-democracy politicians and activists are accused of subversion for organising an unofficial primary. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/6/landmark-trial-of-hong-ko…
Pervez Musharraf: The Pakistani ex-president’s chequered legacy
The former army chief, who seized power in a coup, died at the age of 79 in Dubai after a prolonged illness. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/5/obituary-pakistans-former-preside…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 347
As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 347th day, we take a look at the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/5/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-347
Pakistani former President Pervez Musharraf dies aged 79
Former military ruler of Pakistan died at a hospital in Dubai following a prolonged illness. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/5/pakistan-former-president-pervez-musharraf-dies
Zelenskyy says situation in Ukraine’s east ‘getting tougher’
Ukrainian leader says Russia is throwing more and more troops into battle on the eastern front lines. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/5/zelenskyy-says-situation-in-ukraines-eas…
Chile expands emergency as deaths from wildfires rise
At least 23 people killed as dozens of wildfires torch forests in Chile. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/5/chile-expands-emergency-as-toll-from-wildfires-rises
Israelis rally for fifth week against Netanyahu’s judicial plans
Tens of thousands brave heavy rain in Tel Aviv to protest against government plans to weaken Israel's Supreme Court. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/5/israelis-rally-for-fi…
Brazil sinks aircraft carrier in Atlantic despite pollution risk
Critics of Brazil's planned sinking of the Sao Paulo described it as a 'state-sponsored environmental crime'. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/4/brazil-sinks-aircraf…
Ukraine will fight for Bakhmut ‘as long as we can’: Zelenskyy
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has also called for Ukraine's rapid accession to the EU. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/4/ukraine-will-fight-for-bakhmut-as-long-as-we-can-ze…
Family of Amir Locke, shot in no-knock police raid, files lawsuit
The 22-year-old was killed in a police shooting after officers entered the Minneapolis apartment where he was sleeping. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/4/family-of-amir-locke-s…
Infographic: A global look at cancer
In 2020, more than 18 million people around the world were diagnosed with cancer. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/4/infographic-a-global-look-at-cancer
‘Extremely dangerous’ Arctic blast hits northern US and Canada
A polar air mass is expected to send temperatures to record lows into the weekend, prompting frostbite warnings. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/3/extremely-dangerous-arctic-bl…
January 6 participants express remorse in court, pride in public
Some people who apologised for taking part in attack on US democracy now describe themselves as victims of persecution. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/3/january-6-participants…
Biden stands by Jerusalem status quo in meeting with Jordan king
The US president praised Jordan for its 'crucial role' as the custodian of Muslim holy places in Jerusalem. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/3/biden-stands-by-jerusalem-…
Democracy ‘on trial’ as Hong Kong 47 prepare to face court
Picked up in a dawn raid two years ago, the activists and politicians are charged over an unofficial primary. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/3/democracy-on-trial-as-hong-kong-…
Apple, Google profits squeezed on China, sluggish economies
Apple reports first drop in quarterly revenue since 2019 as China's zero-COVID policy disrupted iPhone output. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/3/apple-google-profits-squ…
Nearly 1,000 migrant families still separated by Trump-era policy
More than 3,800 children were removed from families between 2017 and 2021 as part of a crackdown on border crossings. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/3/nearly-1000-migrant-fami…
US alleges Chinese spy balloon flew over sensitive military site
US official told reporters the military was prepared to shoot the balloon down but was deterred by potential for harm. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/2/us-alleges-chinese-spy-…
India’s Adani’s losses swell above $100bn
India's central bank is examining the exposure of banks to the group as its various firms continued to tank. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/2/indias-adanis-losses-swell…
What’s behind the public anger in the UK?
Hundreds of thousands of people have participated in wage strikes. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2023/2/2/whats-behind-the-public-anger-in-the-uk
N Korea says US drills pushing situation to ‘extreme red-line’
Pyongyang threatens 'toughest reaction' to US expanding joint military exercises with South Korea. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/2/n-korea-says-us-drills-pushing-situ…
Philippines set to allow wider US access to military bases
Move comes amid concerns about China's assertiveness in the disputed South China Sea and over self-ruled Taiwan. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/2/philippines-set-to-allow-…
‘Riding a rollercoaster’ in Myanmar’s post-coup economy
Deepening conflict, sudden changes to regulations and a lack of transparency have made business increasingly hard. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/2/riding-a-rollercoaster-in-m…
Meta shares soar as it cuts back spending, forecasts upbeat Q1
Its forecast suggests the advertising market may be recovering as companies increase their marketing budgets. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/2/1/meta-shares-soar-as-it-cuts-b…
Jamaica’s prime minister offers troops to address Haiti crisis
The offer comes after Haitian government appealed for international support to help with the country's gang violence. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/1/jamaicas-prime-minis…
US concerned as Sudan releases man convicted of slaying diplomat
Abdelraouf Abuzeid was previously convicted in connection to a shooting that killed a USAID employee and his driver. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/2/1/us-expresses-concern-over…