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Top seeds Sinner, Swiatek continue US Open march as ex-champions fall
Local hopes Tommy Paul and Jessica Pegula progress to the 4th round, while Caroline Wozniacki continues a dream return. source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/9/1/top-seeds-sinner-and…
‘Why was my child killed?’ Parents grieve a month after Bangladesh clashes
Grief-stricken parents share how their young children were killed during the July unrest and crackdowns on students. source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/9/1/why-was-my-child-kill…
The danger of ‘pro-EU’ Euroscepticism in the Western Balkans
Sentiments towards the EU expressed by some civil society actors increasingly overlap with those of anti-EU forces. source https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2024/8/31/the-danger-of-pro-eu-…
A tech revolution in rural India: Training poor women in STEM
A nonprofit in North India is using local languages and childhood stories to teach poor women to develop websites, apps. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/8/31/a-tech-revolution…
Judge orders ‘immediate suspension’ of X in Brazil
The move is the latest chapter in an ongoing feud between a Supreme Court judge in Brazil and Elon Musk. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/8/30/judge-orders-immediate-suspension…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key developments, day 917
As the war enters its 917th day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/30/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-developments-day-917?traffic_source=rss
Brazil judge blocks Starlink accounts as X suspension deadline looms
De Moraes's ruling is response to lack of legal representatives in Brazil for X social network, Reuters reports. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/8/29/brazil-judge-blocks-s…
Serbia and France sign $3bn deal for sale of French fighter jets
Sale comes as European nations try to coax Serbia away from traditional ally and weapons supplier Moscow. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/29/serbia-and-france-sign-3bn-deal-for…
Las Vegas politician jailed for life for killing investigative journalist
Former public administrator Robert Telles sentenced to life after being found guilty of 2022 murder of Jeff German. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/29/las-vegas-politician-jail…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 916
As the war enters its 916th day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/29/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-916?traffic_source=rss
Hong Kong prepares for Stand News verdict in latest media freedom test
Two editors from now-closed independent publication are facing sedition charges over the outlet's reporting. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/28/hong-kong-prepares-for-stand…
‘I wish I was listened to’: NSW to respond to landmark birth trauma inquiry
The inquiry has called for sweeping reforms amid concerns about the care women receive during pregnancy and birth. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/27/i-wish-i-was-listened-to-n…
Special counsel Jack Smith issues revised indictment in Trump election case
Reworked indictment keeps the same charges but addresses a Supreme Court decision that broadens presidential immunity. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/27/special-counsel-jack-s…
Venezuela’s Maduro reshuffles cabinet after contested election victory
As tensions persist over questioned election outcome, Maduro makes major changes, naming new interior and oil ministers. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/27/venezuelas-maduro-re…
In Chicago’s Little Palestine, locals protest and mourn amid Gaza war
The Palestinian community where Democrats held their convention last week takes pride in identity and rallies for Gaza. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/27/in-chicagos-little-pa…
Canada follows US, imposes 100% tariff on EVs imported from China
PM Trudeau says Ottawa acting to counter what he calls China's intentional, state-directed policy of overcapacity. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/8/26/canada-follows-us-i…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 913
As the war enters its 913th day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/26/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-913?traffic_source=rss
Syria’s al-Assad says Turkey rapprochement efforts unsuccessful
President says Ankara does not need to remove troops from Syria to talk with his government. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/25/syrias-al-assad-says-turkey-rapprochement-effort…
Israel attacks southern Lebanon, Hezbollah launches rockets at Israel
Israel says it attacked southern Lebanon to 'preempt' a Hezbollah attack on northern Israeli towns. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/25/israel-launches-attacks-on-lebano…
Boeing’s Starliner astronauts to return from space next year, NASA says
Bill Nelson says bringing astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams back to Earth on faulty Starliner is too risky. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/24/boeings-starliner-astron…
Knife attack at German festival leaves several injured, dead
The suspect reportedly remains at large, after randomly attacking festival-goers in the western German city of Solingen. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/23/knife-attack-at-germ…
US announces new round of military assistance for Ukraine
White House says Russia 'will not prevail' after announcing $125m aid package meant to bolster Ukrainian air defences. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/23/us-announces-n…
Will Kamala Harris succeed in becoming America’s first female president?
US vice president pledges support for Israel as she accepts the Democratic Party nomination. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/8/23/will-kamala-harris-succeed-in-be…
Gaza war extends toll on Israel’s economy
Combat operations are straining Israel's economy, leading to shrinking of the GDP and downgrading of sovereign rating. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/8/23/gaza-war-extend…
‘They want to erase us’: How DNC rejected demand for Palestinian speaker
Critics say the decision excludes Palestinians from the 'big tent' coalition Democrats say they are building. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/22/they-want-to-erase-us-h…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 909
As the war enters its 909th day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/22/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-909?traffic_source=rss
Why are Mexico’s judges striking over AMLO’s proposed judicial reforms?
Change pushed by the Morena party would see judges elected by popular vote, in what some see as a political power grab. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/22/why-are-mexicos-judge…
Meet the ‘uncommitted’: How Gaza hangs over Democratic National Convention
Uncommitted delegates say Kamala Harris should back Gaza ceasefire and apply US laws to end weapon transfers to Israel. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/21/meet-the-uncommitted-…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 908
As the war enters its 907th day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/21/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-908?traffic_source=rss
Canada refuses to comment on US sale of Canadian-made weapons to Israel
Rights advocates say Canada is not being transparent and has failed to take danger of arms exports to Israel seriously. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/20/canada-refuses-to-com…
Divers search Sicily yacht wreck with UK tech boss among the six missing
British tycoon Mike Lynch was among the 22 onboard, celebrating his recent acquittal on fraud charges in the US. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/20/divers-search-sicily-yacht-w…
US orders inspections of Boeing 787 planes following midair plunge
Federal Aviation Administration orders inspections after mid-flight dive blamed on random movement of pilots' seats. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/8/20/us-orders-inspect…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 907
As the war enters its 907th day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/20/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-907?traffic_source=rss
Democratic Convention protesters to Harris: Israel arms embargo or no vote
Thousands gather at the Chicago convention to call for a ceasefire in Gaza and an end to US weapons transfers to Israel. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/19/democratic-conventio…
Chechen leader drives gun-mounted Tesla truck, invites Musk to Russia
Ramzan Kadyrov says Cybertruck will be given to Russian forces fighting in the war in Ukraine. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/8/19/chechen-leader-drives-gun-mounted-tesla-tru…
Ukraine hits second key bridge as continues incursion into Russia’s Kursk
Stating the incursion's aims for the first time, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Ukraine needs border 'buffer zone'. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/19/ukraine-h…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 906
As the war enters its 906th day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/19/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-906?traffic_source=rss
Family, including six children, among 23 killed in Israeli attacks on Gaza
As deadly attacks continue, UNRWA warns the so-called Gaza 'humanitarian zone' has shrunk to just 11% of the Strip. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/18/family-including-…
Nigeria police working to secure release of 20 kidnapped medical students
Nigerian Medical Association says students from universities of Jos and Maiduguri were taken while travelling in Benue. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/18/nigeria-police-workin…
Lemon trees, safety, hope: Memories of my Gaza home before war came
More than 10 months after Nour, 21, and her family fled their Gaza City house, she reflects on home, then and now. source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/8/18/lemon-trees-safety-hop…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 904
As the war enters its 904th day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/17/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-904?traffic_source=rss
Chelsea vs Manchester City: English Premier League match preview
Manchester City open their Premier League title defence against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday. source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/8/16/chelsea-vs-manchester-city-english-pr…
‘A unique relationship:’ How Kamala Harris courts the progressive left
Despite pledges to lead a 'people-first presidency', Harris has faced criticism from the far-left wing of the Democrats. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/16/a-unique-rel…
In troubled Taiwan China waters, a swimming race provides rare hope
Swimmers hope their friendly rivalry can be an example for cooperation across the troubled Taiwan Strait. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/16/in-troubled-taiwan-china-waters-a-s…
Is Thailand on the path to fresh political turmoil?
Constitutional Court removes the prime minister and dissolves opposition party. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2024/8/15/is-thailand-on-the-path-to-fresh-political-tu…
Compensation arrives 7 years after siege that left Marawi a ‘dead city’
Hundreds were killed after the once bustling town in the southern Philippines was occupied by hardline fighters in 2017. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/14/compensation-arrives…
M&M maker Mars to buy Cheez-It maker Kellanova in sector’s biggest deal
Kellanova was carved out of Kellogg and sells Pringles and Rice Krispies Treats. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/8/14/mm-maker-mars-to-buy-cheez-it-maker-kellanova-in-sectors-…
What is mpox and why has WHO declared it a global health emergency?
The WHO has issued its highest level of alert for the viral disease as it spreads rapidly in Africa. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/14/what-is-mpox-and-why-has-who-declared-it…
Israel critic, ‘Squad’ member Ilhan Omar wins Minnesota Democratic primary
Omar defeated former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels in primary for Minnesota's 5th congressional district. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/14/israel-critic-squ…
Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida says he will step down in September
Kishida will not seek re-election as the leader of the ruling LDP in party elections next month. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/14/japans-prime-minister-fumio-kishida-says-he-…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 901
As the war enters its 901st day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/14/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-901?traffic_source=rss
US clears $20bn in arms sales for Israel as atrocities continue in Gaza
More weapons sale approved as Israel bombs Gaza and prepares for anticipated retaliatory strikes by Iran and Hezbollah. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/13/us-clears-20bn-in-arm…
Stern: The Man, the Gang and the State
Avraham Stern, leader of a Zionist armed group that fought the British in Palestine, aimed to create a Jewish state. source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/al-jazeera-world/2024/8/13/stern-the-man-the-gang-and-the-state?traffic_source=rs…
Trump returns to X with two-hour Elon Musk chat hit by technical glitch
Trump had not posted on the platform since 2023, when he shared a mugshot taken after his surrender to a Georgia jail. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/13/trump-returns-to-x-wit…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 900
As the war enters its 900th day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/13/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-900?traffic_source=rss
US orders submarine to Middle East, carrier strike group to sail faster
The move comes amid concerns of Iran's response following the killings of senior Hamas and Hezbollah leaders. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/12/us-orders-submarine-to-midd…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 899
As the war enters its 899th day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/12/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-899?traffic_source=rss
Curtain closes on Paris 2024 as Olympic flame passes to Los Angeles
The US and China ended the games with 40 gold medals each, but the US topped the table because it had more silvers. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/12/curtain-closes-on-paris-2…
Hamas urges return to existing Gaza ceasefire proposal
The group has said it wants a truce plan based on US President Joe Biden's May 31 ceasefire proposal. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/11/hamas-urges-return-to-existing-gaza…
The Gaza Man: A Palestinian’s quest to make it to the Olympics
Mohammed Hamada is a champion weightlifter. But after struggling to survive in Gaza, he faces an uphill task. source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2024/8/11/the-gaza-man-a-palestinians…
Olympics: USA rack up relay golds; Barshim bows out with high jump bronze
USA win both 4x400m relay and men's 100m hurdles finals for their 14 athletics medal at Paris Olympics 2024. source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/8/10/olympics-usa-rack-up-relay…
Canada’s B-Boy Phil Wizard wins first Olympic breaking gold in Paris
The Canadian beat France's Dany Dann in front of a partisan crowd to take the first-ever men's gold medal in breaking. source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/8/10/canadas-b-bo…
US declares controversial Israeli battalion eligible for assistance
State Department says concerns over alleged rights violations by Netzah Yehuda have been 'effectively remediated'. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/9/us-declares-controv…
Israel steps up attacks in Lebanon, kills Hamas official
Israel carries out deadly air raid in Sidon, deep inside south Lebanon, amid intensifying regional tensions. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/9/israel-steps-up-attacks-in-lebano…
Harris adviser denies support for cutting off weapons transfers to Israel
Harris has expressed greater sympathy for the suffering of Palestinians, but stopped short of arms embargo demands. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/8/harris-campaign-denies-sup…
Israeli strikes on Gaza schools kill 15 amid renewed evacuation orders
Some 30 others are wounded as Palestinians are forced to evacuate Khan Younis once again. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/8/israeli-strikes-on-gaza-schools-kill-15-amid-renewed…
Will Tim Walz’s selection as Harris’s running mate shift the US election?
Harris's choice for vice president has energised Democrats. But experts are split over if it will make a difference. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/7/will-tim-walzs-select…
WHO calls emergency meeting to discuss jump in mpox cases from DRC
Nearly 27,000 cases of mpox have been found in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with about 1,100 deaths. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/7/who-calls-emergency-meeting-to-discu…
Boeing to change design to prevent future 737 MAX 9 door panel blowouts
Boeing is working on design changes 'that will allow the door plug to not be closed' until it's firmly secured, it said. source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/8/6/boeing…
Who is Yahya Sinwar, Ismail Haniyeh’s successor as Hamas chief?
Sinwar will lead resistance movement from an unknown location in Gaza, amid fears of wider escalation across the region. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/6/who-is-yahya-sinwar-i…
Sheikh Hasina: A critical misstep and the end of 15 years of rule
Following weeks of protests, Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina resigned on Monday and fled the country. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/5/sheikh-hasina-a-critical-m…
US Supreme Court refuses to halt Trump’s hush-money sentencing
Decision came in response to a lawsuit by the state of Missouri claiming that the case infringed on US voters' rights. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/5/us-supreme-court-re…
Japan’s Nikkei slumps more than 10 percent in worst losses since 1987
Fears about the health of the US economy are hitting Japan's stock market and share indices around Asia. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/5/japans-nikkei-slumps-more-than-10…
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un oversees transfer of missile launchers to border
North Korea has been expanding its short-range weaponry designed to overwhelm missile defences in South Korea. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/5/north-koreas-kim-jong-un-overse…
Mali breaks off diplomatic ties with Ukraine
Move comes amid controversy over attacks late last month targeting Malian soldiers and Russia's Wagner group. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/5/mali-breaks-off-diplomatic-t…
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 892
As thw war enters its 892nd day, these are the main developments. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/5/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-892?traffic_source=rss
Ledecky seals GOAT status, USA break world record in Olympic swimming pool
Ledecky bags ninth gold to equal all-time Olympic record after upcoming star Summer McIntosh wins second gold. source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/8/3/ledecky-seals-goat-status-usa…
Venezuela opposition leader joins protests against election results
Venezuela's published election result has prompted widespread allegations of fraud and protests. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/3/venezuela-opposition-leader-joins-protest…
Marvelous Marchand wins fourth Olympic swimming gold, McKeown does double
Australia's Kaylee McKeown completes backstroke double and her compatriot Cameron McEvoy wins men's 50m freestyle. source https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2024/8/2/marvelous-marchan…
Biden is pushing for Supreme Court reform. Is it ‘dead on arrival’?
Experts say Biden's efforts reflect growing support for change, but his proposals likely face insurmountable opposition. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/2/biden-is-pushing-…
How the world reacted to Russia-West prisoner swap
Western countries and rights groups welcome the release of dissidents and journalists, including Evan Gershkovich. source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/8/1/how-the-world-reacted-to-ru…