‘I missed my family’: Tears and smiles as Thai captives come home

Nine Thai nationals remain in captivity in Gaza after weeks of diplomacy for their release.

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Meta shuts 4,800 accounts over alleged China-based influence operation

Tech giant says it has dismantled five China-based networks of fake accounts so far this year.

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Panama celebrates court order to cancel mine even as business is hit

For weeks, Panama was shaken by its largest protest movement in decades as residents decried a mining contract.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2023/11/30/panama-celebrates-court-order-to-cancel-mine-even-as-business-is-hit?traffic_source=rss

Israel has lost the war of public opinion

In the age of social media, Israel is no longer able to conceal the truth about its conduct in Palestine.

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As truce holds, people in Gaza venture out to survey destruction

The massive destruction of homes and infrastructure 'severely compromises' the ability to meet basic needs, the UN said.

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LGBTQ advocates cheer Thailand’s latest drive for same-sex marriage law

If approved, Thailand would be first country in Southeast Asia to legalise same-sex marriage and only second in Asia.

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Group stages ‘die-ins’ across Washington, DC, to raise awareness for Gaza

Silent protesters are using visual depictions of dead Palestinians to highlight the toll of Israel's war to passersby.

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Saudi Arabia selected to host World Expo in 2030

Country also expected to host 2034 World Cup achieves latest in series of wins for Gulf states on international events.

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Palestinians gather in Ramallah streets to welcome freed prisoners

The exchange of captives for prisoners between Hamas and Israel continued for a third day on Sunday.

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Al Nassr vs Persepolis – AFC Champions League Group E match preview

Saudi club Al Nassr host Iran's Persepolis FC in the AFC Champions League after beating them in Tehran earlier.

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Volunteer recalls final hours at Indonesian Hospital amid Israeli siege

Volunteer medical worker Fikri Rofiul Haq says lsraeli tanks repeatedly fired on hospital in northern Gaza.

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Sierra Leone president says ‘most leaders’ of unrest arrested

The government says it is in full control following an armed attack in the capital and a nationwide curfew.

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Sudan aid workers risk ‘kidnap and rape’, experts warn

Aid organisations make urgent call for humanitarian corridors to allow them to do their work safely.

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Photos: Lebanese residents of border towns return home amid truce in Gaza

About 55,500 Lebanese have been displaced by clashes between Hezbollah and Israeli forces since October 7.

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Hamas releases 13 Israeli, four Thai captives after hours-long delay

Israel is now expected to release 39 Palestinian prisoners from its jails under the Qatar-mediated truce.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/25/hamas-releases-thirteen-israeli-captives-after-hours-long-delay-qatar-confirms?traffic_source=rss

Families reunited with their children held by Hamas and Israel

As some families are now able to hold their loved ones close, thousands more in Gaza will never get a reunion.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/newsfeed/2023/11/25/families-reunited-with-their-children-held-by-hamas-and-israel?traffic_source=rss

Derek Chauvin, police officer who killed George Floyd, stabbed, report says

Floyd's death in 2020 sparked worldwide protests against police brutality and racism.

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Man convicted in murder case that rocked Malaysia claims paid for silence

A former policeman protests his innocence, insisting he was paid to remain silent to protect former PM Najib Razak.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2023/11/25/man-convicted-in-murder-case-that-rocked-malaysia-claims-paid-for-silence?traffic_source=rss

Hamas Captives and Palestinian Prisoners Released

24 captives held by Hamas and 39 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel have been set free.

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Photos: Palestinians released from prison reunite with loved ones

39 Palestinians were released from Israeli prisons in exchange for 13 Israeli hostages freed by Hamas.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/11/24/photos-palestinians-released-from-prison-reunite-with-loved-ones?traffic_source=rss

Sam Altman fired as CEO of ChatGPT maker Open AI

AI startup says Altman was 'not consistently candid in his communications with the board.'

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/18/sam-altman-fired-as-ceo-of-chatgpt-maker-open-ai?traffic_source=rss

‘Pipe dream’: Why is the US pushing the Palestinian Authority to lead Gaza?

Analysts say talk of the Palestinian Authority governing a destroyed post-conflict Gaza is premature and unrealistic.

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The US’s budget deal is a victory for Mike Johnson. But for how long?

Far-right members of the Republican caucus have opposed the bipartisan budget bill, which averted a government shutdown.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/17/the-uss-budget-deal-is-a-victory-for-mike-johnson-but-for-how-long?traffic_source=rss

Biden and Qatar’s emir discuss Gaza hostages, humanitarian aid

Leaders discussed efforts to increase the flow of urgently needed humanitarian assistance into Gaza.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 629

As the war enters its 629th day, these are the main developments.

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Indonesians boycott McDonald’s, Starbucks over support for Israel

Boycott follows McDonald’s Israel's announcement that it donated free meals to the Israeli military.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/14/indonesians-boycott-mcdonalds-starbucks-over-support-for-israel?traffic_source=rss

The US is facing a loneliness ‘epidemic’. Can art help reverse the trend?

Physician and Harvard professor Jeremy Nobel believes art can help foster connections in a time of increasing isolation.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/13/the-us-is-facing-a-loneliness-epidemic-can-art-help-reverse-the-trend?traffic_source=rss

Why has David Cameron returned to front-line politics in the UK?

Former British prime minister becomes foreign secretary in political shock.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/program/inside-story/2023/11/13/why-has-david-cameron-returned-to-front-line-politics-in-the-uk?traffic_source=rss

Thousands rally in Tel Aviv calling for release of captives

A smaller group of anti-government protesters defied a crackdown on anti-war voices and demanded a ceasefire.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/11/thousands-rally-in-tel-aviv-calling-for-release-of-captives?traffic_source=rss

Ukraine military officer had key role in Nord Stream sabotage, reports say

President Zelenskyy has denied Ukraine was behind blasts that cut off major route for Russian gas exports to Europe.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/11/ukraine-officer-had-key-role-in-nord-stream-sabotage-reports-say?traffic_source=rss

Turkey’s ‘Saturday mothers’ allowed to hold vigil for first time since 2018

Relatives of victims of enforced disappearances in the 80s and 90s held a sit-in in Istanbul following a court ruling.

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Two premature babies die, 37 under threat at Gaza’s al-Shifa Hospital

Neonatal intensive care unit stops working at under-siege facility with power outages and no fuel.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/11/37-babies-at-risk-of-dying-in-gaza-hospital-israel-says-to-aid-evacuation?traffic_source=rss

Debate or no debate, Trump still commands the 2024 Republican race

Experts say Trump is acting more like an incumbent than a traditional candidate in a packed presidential primary field.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/10/debate-or-no-debate-trump-still-commands-the-2024-republican-race?traffic_source=rss

Australian arms exports to Israel in focus amid court case, port protests

Legal action and protests at Australian ports put spotlight on Australian weapons exports to Israel.

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Independence march: Smaller crowds expected at Poland’s nationalist rally

After the right suffered at a recent election and amid internal divisions, fewer are likely to join the annual event.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/10/independence-march-smaller-crowds-expected-at-polands-nationalist-rally?traffic_source=rss

Israel revises down toll from October 7 attack to ‘around 1,200’

Israeli officials say the original death toll of 1,400 included unidentified corpses now believed to be Hamas fighters.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/10/israel-revises-death-toll-from-october-7-hamas-attack-to-1200-people?traffic_source=rss

This Israel war has no mercy, Gaza rescue workers say

Civil defence members work around the clock with limited resources and no guarantee of their safety, witnessing horrors.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/gallery/2023/11/10/this-israel-war-has-no-mercy-gaza-civil-rescuers-say?traffic_source=rss

Israel strikes Gaza’s biggest hospital complex, health officials say

Israel's military has claimed Hamas operates at al-Shifa, which the armed group and hospital officials have denied.

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Former Biden campaign staffers call for Israel-Hamas ceasefire

Letter by Democratic campaigners adds to pressure for ending war, as US president says 'no possibility' of ceasefire.

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Portugal’s president calls snap elections in March after PM resigns

Prime Minister Antonio Costa announced resignation after chief of staff was arrested amid corruption probe.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/9/portuguese-president-calls-snap-elections-following-resignation-of-pm?traffic_source=rss

Millions of Australians cut off from mobile phone networks, internet

Sudden nationwide outage hits Optus, country's second largest network operator.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/8/millions-of-australians-cut-off-from-mobile-phone-networks-internet?traffic_source=rss

Top judge demoted in Indonesia after ruling favouring president’s son

Panel investigating ruling on election laws finds Anwar Usman, the president's brother-in-law, broke ethics code.

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 623

As the war enters its 623rd day, these are the main developments.

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US says doesn’t support Israeli occupation of Gaza after war

National Security Council spokesperson says Biden believes Israeli occupation of Gaza 'not the the right thing to do'.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/7/us-says-doesnt-support-israeli-occupation-of-gaza-after-war?traffic_source=rss

China takes cautious approach to diplomacy over Israel-Gaza war

As Western leaders rush to the Middle East, Beijing has taken a more low key stance to the deepening conflict.

source https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2023/11/6/china-takes-cautious-approach-to-diplomacy-over-israel-gaza-war?traffic_source=rss

‘Intense bombings’ by Israeli forces around Gaza hospitals amid blackout

Third total communications outage in Gaza since start of war as Israel says it has divided the besieged strip into two.

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Israel’s military claims it has cut Gaza in half, surrounded Gaza City

With Gaza under a total communications outage, it is difficult to confirm the Israeli army's announcement.

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Family, including three children, killed by Israeli attack in south Lebanon

Israeli was also killed in a retaliatory strike launched by Lebanon's Hezbollah across the southern border.

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